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GS500F

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2009 Suzuki GS500F Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Suzuki's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Suzuki GS500F utilizes a 487 cc (29.7 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 56.6 mm (2.9 x 2.2 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the GS500F measures 199 kg (439 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,405 mm (55.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2008 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x Stroke 74.0 x 56.6 mm (2.9 x 2.2 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Pulsed-secondary AIR-injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication Wet Sump
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Wheelbase 1405 mm (55.3 inches)
Ground Clearance 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-M17
Rear Tyre 130/70-M17
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Seat Height 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Overall Length 2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall Width 800 mm (31.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Gray/Black, White/Blue
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