Suzuki 500 GS 2001 - Motorcycle specifications, reviews

presentation of the 500 GS 2001

the GS-E is the archetypal basic motorcycle that can be used for any purpose with complete peace of mind. No technological profligacy, a simple and efficient design, an ultra-tight price tag - that's all it takes to make it one of the stars of motorcycle schools. Reliable and inexpensive to maintain, it's a great friend for those taking their first steps on a big bike. But that doesn't mean it's just for them - it's capable of winning over many others. It's true that it quickly puts you at ease. Easy to handle and sound, it's in the same league as the CB 500. Its engine isn't as powerful, but it's willing to go the distance, ensuring a very adequate top speed. Braking is convincing, as are all the machine's qualities. The main complaint, as with the Honda, is the poor shock absorbers. With better shock absorbers, comfort would be much better and the bike's dynamics would not be open to criticism. On the market, apart from the CB 500, the Suzuki has to contend with a more modern (but more expensive) Kawasaki ER-5. For 3 grand, the GS-E is a very good deal.

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Weak points

Shock absorbers
Handling on poor road surfaces

Prices

	Basic version
France	4,599€

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Performance

Max speed : approximately 175 km/h (108.70 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 5.50 liters/100km (0.43 mpg)
Estimated range : 364 km (226 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

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Specifications Suzuki 500 GS 2001

Chassis: Frame : double tubular steel cradle; Fuel capacity : 20 liters (5.28 US gallons); Seat height : 790 mm (31.10 in); Length : 2,075 mm (81.69 in); Width : 745 mm (29.33 in); Min height : 1,045 mm (41.14 in); Wheelbase : 1,410 mm (55.51 in); Dry weight : 169 kg (373 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 188 kg (414 lb)

Front axle: Telehydraulic fork Ø nc, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 310 mm (12.2 in), 2-piston caliper; Front tire : 110 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.25 bar

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 115 mm (4.53 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 250 mm (9.84 in), single-piston caliper; Rear tire : 130 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.5 bar

Motor: two-cylinder online , 4 strokes; 2 carburetors Ø 34 mm; Cooling system : by air; 2 ACT; 2 valves per cylinder; 487 cc (Bore x stroke: 74 x 56.6 mm); 48 ch (47.30 hp) to 9,200 rpm; 4.10 mkg to 7,500 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 3.57 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 41.22 kg/mkg; Compression : 9 : 1

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Honda CB 500 2001

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001

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Acceleration

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 Undisclosed

Honda CB 500 2001 : 5.2 s

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 5.50 liters/100km (0.43 mpg)

Honda CB 500 2001 Undisclosed

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 5 liters/100km (0.47 mpg)

Range

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 364 km (226 miles)

Honda CB 500 2001 Undisclosed

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 320 km (199 miles)

Torque

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 4.1 mkg

Honda CB 500 2001 : 4.4 mkg

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 4.5 mkg

Power

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 48 ch (47.30 hp)

Honda CB 500 2001 : 58 ch (57.20 hp)

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 50 ch (49.30 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 3.57 kg/ch

Honda CB 500 2001 : 3.01 kg/ch

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 3.53 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : 41.22 kg/mkg

Honda CB 500 2001 : 39.09 kg/mkg

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 38.67 kg/mkg

Speed

Suzuki 500 GS 2001 : approximately 175 km/h (108.70 mph)

Honda CB 500 2001 : approximately 190 km/h (118.10 mph)

Kawasaki 500 ER-5 2001 : 178 km/h (110.60 mph)

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nemesis.1972 Model 2001

2001 model
bought in 12/2018. 45 miles on it, bridled from the start for insurance purposes
a daily treat, I go to work almost every day with it, plus rides, once with the duo (not great power-wise with the clutch, but super nimble)
basically, I'm hesitating whether to change it because I've just gone through the gateway, or just unclutch it
outdated maintenance. in 3 years, one chain kit, one set of tires, one oil change, I've had to change three oils in 3 years
to be honest, the models I'm looking at for a change include the ER5 CB500/600/650 bandit er6 sv650 gladuis and the road trails
frankly, i'm wondering if i'm not just going to unbolt it and keep it until it dies, it's such a swiss army knife. if you want to play it sporty, it does it at its own level, and that's good enough for me. if you want to play it cushy, it does it, forgetting itself on a daily basis to do the job of commuting to work and back, it does it and even makes itself forgotten. really appreciable 11/20/2021 14:43 Rating : 5/5 Respond to nemesis.1972

legray Model 2005

Easy to drive and easy to maintain...I'm very happy with it
Known points: oil leaks on the casings (clutch and alternator) and on the cylinder head cover. Can't stand oil shortages. Frequent but fairly easy valve adjustments. Gasoline hoses not found in original equipment (must be adapted)
Beware of machines that have been cobbled together, more or less intelligently
Engine with carburetors: original pot + original air filter OR carburetors adjusted (jets, needle...)
The original, poorly tuned engine runs poorly when cold (manual choke compulsory)
The most recent models are fitted with "gas-works" carburetors, a "PAIR" anti-pollution system and a catalytic converter. These last two gadgets can be removed, but carburetor adjustment is a little tricky... 02/12/2021 08:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to legray

Combien coûte une révision des soupapes

Motard17 Model 2007

Hello I bought a gs 500 suzuki year 2007 gray manufacture in spain on the plate (I own it since august 2018 how much does the 24000km service cost I changed 2 spark plugs oil filter and engine oil air filter (I was told 500â'¬ for the valves it makes male to cu) I am bridled to 34cv its power is 47.7 cv a motorcycle with a super barcage to make a U-turn it consumes nothing 5.5 per 100km with a 17l 3l fuel tank = 20l 300km good acceleration for a small 500cm I can't wait to unbrake it 47.7 cv pas av 8/8/2020 ðŸ they say it consumes a lot of engine oil i've done 1200km and the bike always has the same level i check it every 300km the oil prescription 10w40 i've been told to 10w50 ( 10w the smaller the number the thicker it is for winter 50 the larger the number the more fluid it is for summer ) bonne route à vous amie motardðŸ˜†ðŸ˜ŽâœŒ 03/06/2019 11:43 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Motard17

Jeff2A

It's not a basic model like this one that's going to ruin you in maintenance.
What's more, a 48 hp twin-cylinder, so not really sport-oriented, is practically puncture-proof.
In my opinion, you don't need to change the valves, just have the timing chain checked after 30,000 km if you hear any rattling.
Oil changes and oil filter replacements are every 6000 km, especially if you're doing city driving.
It's the rest that needs to be checked more often, like suspension, forks, brakes, etc., because Suzuki's low-end models tend to age badly.
Enjoy. 06/27/2019 08:57 Rating : 4/5 Participate in the conversation

Al Model 2002

Greetings to future bikers
very good all-round bike, reliable, low consumption
a real bike with an engine
obviously you can't ask for the moon
apart from that, a good machine with low maintenance costs, consumables, oil and filters, really inexpensive and easy to do yourself
in a word, a good, unpretentious bike that's very useful
models from 2002 onwards are more attractive in terms of finish
c\'est comme une belle femme elle ne peut pas donner ce qu\'elle n\'a pas
Gsxr biker, licensed since 79, enjoy the ride and take care to live happily ever after 07/11/2018 16:28 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Al

Niquel

EleKtr0 Model 2002

Great bike for A2 beginners! Inexpensive maintenance, handy bike and cool engine. 03/30/2018 11:58 Rating : 5/5 Respond to EleKtr0

Christopaul Model 2002

I took my driving test on an ER5. It's a great bike, but the price is too high. I found a gs500E in near-new condition for next to nothing, and I just couldn't get enough of it!
02/13/2018 12:06 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Christopaul

amperage batterie

cargo37 Model 2007

Hello

I have to replace my battery on gs500f I suspect that the old one was not suitable for this bike, what are the references to respect for this bike?
Merci de me répondre
SINCERELY CARGO37 07/02/2016 23:08 Rating : 3/5 Respond to cargo37

Équipements gs500e

Guru-31 Model 2003

Bonjour à toutes et à tous je voulais savoir si je pouvez mettre des bandes de Led pour faire antibrouillard à l'arrière et à l'avant 2 ar et 2 avant et 1 sous le moteur c'est des bandes de 15 leds en plus de ma prise allume cigare sa ne craint pas pour la batterie et l'alternateur en sachant que les deux ne marchera pas en même temps merci de vos réponce et bonne route V ;) 05/17/2016 11:33 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Guru-31

Est ce normal qu'elle coûte 1550â‚¬ en oca

Panciuc Model 2006

Is it normal that it costs 1550â'¬ second hand because I hesitate to buy it and I have the impression that it's a scam even if the ad is superb and the bike too
http://www.2ememain.be/moto/moto/suzuki/suzuki-gs-500-f-35kw-283471794.html

If you confirm that it's good, I'll buy it right away.

Thank you for your reply. 03/28/2016 11:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Panciuc

Léon

Honestly, the price doesn't seem too outrageous.

To compare (in France) :
http://www.leboncoin.fr/motos/offres/provence_alpes_cote_d_azur/occasions/?th=1 03/29/2016 13:19 Rating : 4/5 Participate in the conversation

Cavale Model 1989

I own a SUZUKI GSE 1989, I don't use it anymore. 7810 kms. I run it regularly...
I'm looking to part with it, if anyone is interested, they can contact me by e-mail and make me an offer. I live in the Sarthe region.

DO an old \"motarde\"

07/08/2015 14:38 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Cavale

Clem76

Hello cavale I'm interested but I don't know how to find your mail! 07/14/2015 22:40 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

SlingShot49

Nimble, nimble little bike. J\'adore. 04/20/2016 16:46 Rating : 4/5 Participate in the conversation

Meven

I'm interested! But your message is two years old! 08/03/2017 11:52 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

fourche

motard Model 1995

i can't manage to remove the fork seals if anyone has a solution that is both effective and simple a college changed them for me three years ago and he wanted to do it again and it was a disaster and I don't want to touch them again I have bought back all the parts the oil plus another in case and I'm stuck thank you in advance 04/05/2015 09:46 Rating : 5/5 Respond to motard

500 GSE ne démarre pas

motard Model 1995

the petrol arrives at the carburettors and does not go to the engines how to do it i changed the petrol tap all put the hoses in place and the petrol arrives at the carburettors with manbrane and nothing it does not demare i have petrol in the cylinders and it demares thank you in advance 02/22/2015 09:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to motard

les pneus

pierrot42 Model 1989

A great way to get started!

But what type of tires can I fit, and what are the dimensions?

Thanks for your reply. 01/07/2015 13:36 Rating : 5/5 Respond to pierrot42

Super

Thomas Model 2006

Very good bike, but for A2 licence holders, the horsepower is within the limits, but not the kilowatts, which are limited to 35, whereas the bike is 35.1, so it will have to be clamped at Suzuki to 34hp and 25kw and go to category MTT1 for the insurance companies to take you on, the clamping costs around 200â'¬
Spare parts are easy to find, and it's not careened, so it's quick and easy to maintain.
It's very comfortable to drive (I'm 1m92, 120kg), and I can spend 2 hours on it without realizing it.
As for the noise with the original exhaust pipe, it's quiet at idle, but when you turn the handle you hear an engine that gives off a good vibe.
Engine with 17 years' experience, so reliable.
I fully recommend this bike, more than its equivalent competitors ;) 07/27/2014 17:16 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Thomas

Sachou

The A2 license, my dear Thomas, allows you to ride a motorcycle of 35 kW and 47 hp, so what you say doesn't make sense, but you could be wrong, it happens ;) 09/12/2014 19:05 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

quelle puissance pour la 500 GS

bto Model 2003

I don't know who to trust anymore, I'd like to know the real power of the 2003 500 GS to know if an A2 license can drive it. depending on the site, it's displayed at 47, 47.7 or 48. please help me. 07/14/2014 20:16 Rating : 3/5 Respond to bto

Bonne tite moto

Nevrakse Model 2000

1st "big cube" motorcycle I've touched....simple, reliable bike, with no bullshit electronics....ideal for young riders...makes for a good ride, but it's not very pleasant on the highway. 11/02/2013 13:27 Rating : 3/5 Respond to Nevrakse

Problème de Batterie

michel Model 1995

i've had it for a year and I'm very happy with it, but when we drive it tends to follow the defects of the asphalt. I have a charging problem, it charges but the battery is drained and yet everything is working 05/17/2013 14:28 Rating : 5/5 Respond to michel

PB batterie

mICH

Hello, maybe it's the alternator. You can find it easily and cheaply in a junkyard
Best regards 06/08/2013 17:43 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

que de souvenir

zxr.joebar Model 1991

it's true for a first motorcycle, she picked up; poor thing. a wreck that I restored. she fell 4 times with me.
the big flaw of that era was that it ate oil. the disease of this bike. If you didn't pay God's attention to the vibraquin. it puffed 500ml of oil for 200 kilometers. always a can in the backpack. I still lost my counterbalance weight and bearing. a good bike for learning to ride and mechanics 04/25/2013 22:24 Rating : 3/5 Respond to zxr.joebar

rene Model 2007

Superb bike with sufficient size and power, light weight, perfect silhouette, it just lacks a finish to match its general qualities, especially the square-section assembled frame, which is a bit spotty and prickles easily from rust. It's a pity, because the motor is both simple in design and highly enjoyable (exemplary torque and smoothness). The range is great, and thanks to its timeless look, you can equip it exactly as you like. I'm sure some enthusiasts are already working hard to keep it in the best possible condition. Suzuki would make exactly the same bike today with the finish it deserves (frame, fork and amorto less indigent) and a price below 5500e and there would be buyers. Not everyone is a fan of the Honda look (NC!). 05/10/2012 22:32 Rating : 4/5 Respond to rene

rene Model 2007

A great little bike that lacks in terms of finish, which is particularly noticeable in the sketchy chassis, which easily picks up rust, but with a little extra care and the right treatment, it'll last. It's a pity, because from a distance, or when new, the bike is quite simply seductive. You could remake exactly the same bike today, with a better-finished frame, and it would make a good "traditional"-looking competitor to the NC honda. Apart from that, the little p-cooled twin is a model of smoothness and flexibility for this little twin. 05/10/2012 21:46 Rating : 4/5 Respond to rene

Greg Model 2007

A great little bike
Typical roadster look, reliable and low on fuel consumption ;) 06/02/2011 17:52 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Greg

djadjacoxw Model 1989

Hi gse man. I've been riding a 1994 gse for 7 years. I have a blast with it, it's a real bike. I went up a size for the front and rear tires to michelin pilot road, it helps to improve handling and carve the corners. For 2010, she'll be going to a mechanic who finished 26th in the last bol d'or. I'm going to ask him to prepare it in track mode, while still being able to take it on the road. I'll keep you posted. See you soon 10/31/2009 18:20 Rating : 5/5 Respond to djadjacoxw

Marco Model 1989

I bought this bike new in April 2008 and considering the radads, the speed limits, the state of the roads (in Belgium) this 500 GS is exactly what I want to do with it, ride with friends, this bike is never ridiculous for this kind of use especially at the purchase price and maintenance it costs. 08/16/2008 21:52 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Marco

Hurricania Model 1989

I bought an all-black GS500E as my first bike. And I'm very happy with it. To start with, I did a little speeding and got up to 170 on the freeway without any problem, except maybe that it rocks the helmet a lot at that speed, but maybe that's my lack of experience. The fork is a bit soft, but it seems that changing the oil fixes everything. Oh yes, at low speeds (-20km) when doing zigzag maneuvers, the bike tends to fall over. With the CB500 from driving school, it was a piece of cake. As for the rest, it's a jewel, my first and I'm very happy to be able to start with it. Motorcycle to be designed a++ 02/16/2008 00:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Hurricania

Lucas Model 1989

I agree with most of the reviews: it's a much more versatile bike than it looks. It's got plenty of pep and is fun to ride. Its qualities: technological simplicity, sobriety, inexpensive maintenance, classic but quite refined design, good balance, reasonable weight (you can straighten it all by yourself!), engine flexibility (long live the 2-cylinder!!), (inevitably) well-calibrated gearbox, ..
A few shortcomings: moped horn, original tires not suitable for rain, no temperature gauge, seat not padded enough and shock absorbers too hard (NB: avoid putting your nuts in contact with the tank, cf. potholes in the tarmac and cobblestones (ouch))
For those who are afraid to push it: no problemo; I went to Germany recently to drive it at full throttle (NB: late in the evening to have a clear freeway); we pass 170 without any problem, absolutely no steering
A few tips: fit it with a windbreaker or Suzuki bubble, avoid the rain above all, drive without a passenger (a pity, but it's safer), lie down when passing over motorway viaducts, change the brand of tires when the original ones wear out. We wish you all a safe journey... 08/23/2007 12:38 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Lucas

fafa33 Model 1989

I'm 52 years old.I've just got back into motorcycling after a 30-year absence.I bought a gs 500.Nothing but pleasure.Ideal for getting back into shape.Given my age,the next one will be a Bandit 650.That'll be quite enough.Hi everyone,Fafa from Belgium. 07/12/2007 14:55 Rating : 5/5 Respond to fafa33

Nina74 Model 1989

Well, I've been driving a 500 GSE for 7 years (97 model) and I love it (even if I dream of the Bandit). No steering on the highway, even at 170 km/h! ;-) It's true that the footrests are a bit high, but at 173 cm, I'm used to them. I mainly ride in town and enjoy it (although the clutch handle is a bit hard for my little miminne...), as well as the bends in the surrounding mountains. Avoid: long, tiring freeway journeys..
In conclusion: an engaging bike! 02/25/2007 14:34 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Nina74

Sacrée Ste Model 1989

Ideal motorcycle for beginners, as well as for smaller riders. I'm 1.55m tall, and to get started, I needed a bike that was easy to handle, light and not too high in the saddle. I bought a 1997 GSE, which is narrower than recent models. And really, to get the hang of it, there's nothing better. So now I can switch to a bigger bike (600ZZR). 11/13/2006 20:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Sacrée Ste

marco Model 1989

a nice bike for beginners. as I'm in the process of getting my license, I find few faults with it, except that it struggles when you pull on it. you have to fight to go over 140km/h, but when you go from a scooter to a 500, it's good enough. 06/21/2006 11:04 Rating : 5/5 Respond to marco

furyo Model 1989

gs500 the bike of beginnings but the one that will take us a long way 03/31/2006 23:56 Rating : 5/5 Respond to furyo

aube Model 1989

Bonjour ,je suis propriétaire d'une gse depuis maintenant 2 ans ,modele 96 ,60000 kms au compteur (moteur entierement refé il y a 3000 kms) ,en pointe je suis arrivé a faire du 200 ,mais je trouve la 6 eme trop longue
A good little bike for beginners... except for its road holding in "sport" driving
I solved this problem by fitting a gsx-r shock absorber (works very well with little modification) and putting 15W in the fork (to harden it)
I'm not a fan of long straightaways, I'd rather ride small winding roads, so I'm thinking of going for a supermot for my next bike
Bonne route. 03/06/2006 13:42 Rating : 5/5 Respond to aube

angel Model 1989

at 45 I wanted something nice, two years ago I went down in the 500s with a kawa 550 GT not common in europe the odometer in miles, I just bought a new gs 500 it has everything this bike very nice a real bike and on highway displease to 140/150 it takes arms to roll even on larger displacement, my wife does not like too much the suspension 03/01/2006 21:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to angel

momotinik Model 1989

J'AI 21ANS,MA GSE ET MOI C'EST POUR la vie.SOIZIC C'EST SON NOM EST DE 93AVEC 34000 QUAND I L'L'ai eu en juillet la il y a un peu + de 40000.je l'utilise pour aller au boulot un vrai vélo!!!180 AVEC UN POT MAISON.VIVE LES DADA à 9000tr/min.niveau conso pas cher.a+++ les gse-man 12/29/2005 21:12 Rating : 5/5 Respond to momotinik

coen Model 1989

bought gs 500 NEW 6 MONTHS AGO FOR MY PART I AGREE WITH THE OTHERS.not ugly because timeless and sober I find the 6th a little short.the seat hurts the ass if you ride more than 2 hours.the finish could have been more careful pot, swing arm, rear tire too rikiki.but apart from that, I'm satisfied, since I'm out and about.in the past, I've ridden bigger and heavier, and I didn't see any point in lugging around a big, useless 4cyl, given the way people ride on the street.so I'm happy with the gs500. 09/18/2005 21:54 Rating : 5/5 Respond to coen

GSBoy Model 1989

Hello, hello, I've had my new 2004 GS for a year now, and I've done 11,000km with it, including a 2,000km return trip down south and then back up again!
Well, I have to say that I'm so happy to be riding this machine, admittedly limited by a chunk of power, but so happy to be riding without worrying about speed, watching the landscape go by, getting the fuel consumption of a neurasthenic sparrow..
In short, apart from a slightly soft suspension and low speed, there's nothing to worry about here ;-p, this is a machine that's always going to run for very little money. After all, the aim is to ride, whatever the machine, as long as you're intoxicated!
Its playground is departmental, national, because having done 2000KM of freeways, it's not ideal, it's better to avoid it!
Otherwise, it's all good fun on mountain and country roads!
I was hesitating to change it for an old Bandit, but no, my 'tit gs is mine, I'm keeping it, the others can wait for me for a long time yet! 09/12/2005 16:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to GSBoy

pokeymonke Model 1989

The GS 500 E has been part of my life since 1996, I learned to be disappointed, and I'm now on my second, first a black and gray 1998 (new) and now a Blue 2001 (used), for me it's the most beautiful 500 (the CB is really not very successful and the ER5 looks cheap), and I'm happy to find a cheap yet solid and efficient bike, thank you Mr. Suzuki !!!! 07/31/2005 16:39 Rating : 5/5 Respond to pokeymonke

Tonio_21 Model 1989

Hi, I'm 21 years old, new license, first motorcycle, a 500gse of course! It has only 30 000 km and everything is fine but I've only had it for a year so... The best part is that I bought it with a Yoshimura pot :) (for those who don't know, the brand doesn't make homologous pots and they're expensive!!!) otherwise it makes a nice noise:) As for the top speed, I'm doing 180km/h at 9000rpm, but I don't want to smoke my engine, so I'll leave it at that.
Sur ce bonne route a tous. 05/17/2005 10:29 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Tonio_21

gg Model 1989

hello biker friends. For me the gs is the best of the 500's. It doesn't do velo like the er5 and it has a cleaner riding position than a cb but on top of that it sounds better and looks better. phew, I'm glad I said that 04/26/2005 11:06 Rating : 5/5 Respond to gg

V20C100 Model 1989

Hi, I have a 500 gse from 1998, I bought it last year, I had to install the 34 hp kit :(, I have a carbon pot on it, small smoked indicators, and black windscreen :)

I think it's an excellent bike, for city riding, for wandering around a bit and for mountain biking, it's light, fine and very easy to handle (maybe that's why it's so often compared to a moped!!!) it's a real pleasure to use it in Grenoble traffic jams, as well as in mountain bends
This bike has the advantage of being easy and inexpensive to maintain

It's a bike to recommend to young riders

Otherwise, the disadvantages are that you can't ride it long or fast, it handles, it vibrates, and you get air in your face, despite a windshield :(
Also, the saddle is too inclined, and you soon find yourself with your c*****es stuck on the tank, which hurts in the long run :(

As for getting the footrests to touch, you really have to go..................en glissade, lol

(V20C100, 21, Grenoble) 03/30/2005 13:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to V20C100

david10 Model 1989

i've just bought a 500 gse and I find this little bike really ideal for city riding as it's very easy to handle (almost like a bike! lol!) and for quiet rides at 120-130km/h
As a young license holder, I find this bike ideal for a beginner, as it allows you to practice taking curves, braking, etc..

the little extra: easy, inexpensive maintenance!

see you soon, and have a good ride..

(david10, 20, troyes)

02/02/2005 09:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to david10

david10 Model 1989

i just bought a 500 gse from 2000
i put a wind skip on it so I don't have to take it all on myself anymore and it improved my comfort considerably for only 65€

my top speed is 175-180km!

but for a first bike, it's really nice!

it's even become my mistress...lol!

see you and have a nice trip

(david10000, 20 years old)
01/31/2005 11:01 Rating : 5/5 Respond to david10

Sapyk Model 1989

i tested it while my Bandit was being serviced. verdict: very maneuverable and light, torquey (normal for a twin) drawbacks: it's a calf, at 120 you feel like everything's going to explode, and the front braking is strangely similar to that of a hare. Otherwise, for playing in Grenoble traffic jams, it's a breeze :) But don't ask any more of it! 01/12/2005 23:57 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Sapyk

iceman Model 1989

i've just turned 22 and bought a '93 500 GSE 2 months ago. Before that I had a 125 NSR which I still have but now it's only used for touring elle monte à 200 km/h avec l'ajout d'un saute vent et d'un filtre a air k&n je n'aime pas les ballades tranquilles à 110 km/h et les rond points ça se prennent à une vitesse superieur a 20 km/h faut faire toucher les chales pieds bordels aller bonne bourre a tous 01/12/2005 23:57 Rating : 5/5 Respond to iceman

fred Model 1989

i've been riding my 500GSE (1992 model) for 4-5 years. it's very pleasant to ride trankil in town, and is easy to get carried away if you're not careful. with my 80,000 Km and 180Km/h, i'm still careful on the freeways. it's going to retire soon, but it's the kind of bike that still needs tarmac as long as there's petrol at the pump. ideal for small budgets: easy and inexpensive maintenance, an economical beast. ==> ideal for beginners, and for those who want to keep going 01/12/2005 23:57 Rating : 5/5 Respond to fred

pascal Model 1989

Hi, my GSE was built in 1996 and I'm 30. I've been riding it for a year now and for me it's more than enough. It doesn't consume too much, it's not expensive to maintain and it's fast enough to take on a P.V. I wanted a more powerful bike but I figure it's better to stick with a machine like this because the more powerful it is, the faster you can go. 01/12/2005 23:56 Rating : 5/5 Respond to pascal

DOM Model 1989

I am 19 years old I bought my 500GSE which is from 89 I made myself a home made pot. I am very comtent of the prèformance I go up to more than 185km/h it has 60000km to the conteur 01/12/2005 23:56 Rating : 5/5 Respond to DOM

David Model 1989

I'm 20 years old and bought myself this machine a few days ago ... I used to ride a Honda Ns 125 R ; (The Rottman =p)... Bah Snif ^^ The engine part has certainly a little more torque ... (Normal between a 500 and a 125); but the sensations are unpleasant on this model ... Particularly on roundabouts, where I get the impression that if I try to go faster than 20 km/h, the rear end is going to go out the window ... >_< Côté Perf ; Ca monte quand même relativement vite à 150,160... If you take the lady for a spin; after that, it takes a little longer to reach "172 Km/h". As the site's tester says ^^ At high speed, it handles in an abracadabra way ^^ You have to compensate by squeezing the handlebars with all your might; it's quite jovial ^^ The brakes are okay; even if I miss the double front disc of my 125 =P And if you're in a hurry; the windshield is compulsory; if you don't want to look like a plastic bag going "FLAPA FLAPA FLAPA ..." Well .. I like it for nice little rides; at 110 km/h it's easy... But I'm still looking forward to my 2-year driving licence ^^ 01/12/2005 23:56 Rating : 5/5 Respond to David

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