Suzuki GS500 (2004)
Fluid capacities, consumables, drivetrain, tire pressure & wear limits
The Suzuki GS500 (2004) takes 2.9 L of oil with a filter change (2.6 L without).
Fluid Capacities
Oil capacity (with filter)2.9 LAfter oil filter change
Oil capacity (without filter)2.6 LAfter draining only
Oil capacity (dry fill)3.2 LFull disassembly/overhaul refill
Consumables
Engine oil gradeSAE 10W-40, API SF or SG
Oil filter (OEM)16510-45040Web-confirmed for GS500 1989-2009.
Air filter (OEM)Non-woven fabric element
Spark plug (OEM)NGK DPR8EA-9 or DENSO X24EPR-U9
Drive chainDID DID520VM, 110 links
Front brake pads (OEM)Wear indicator groove — no numeric minimum thickness specified
Rear brake pads (OEM)Wear indicator groove — no numeric minimum thickness specified
Clutch free play10–15 mmAt clutch lever end, cable-actuated
Drivetrain
Chain size520
Chain links110
Chain slack20–30 mm
Front sprocket (OEM)16TDerived from final reduction ratio 2.437 (39/16)
Rear sprocket (OEM)39TDerived from final reduction ratio 2.437 (39/16)
Brakes & Tires
Front tire size110/70-17M/C 54H, tubeless
Rear tire size130/70-17M/C 62H, tubeless
Front tire pressure225 kPaSame solo or with passenger
Rear tire pressure250–280 kPa250 kPa solo, 280 kPa with passenger
Brake fluid typeDOT 4
Wear Limits
Front brake disc (min)4 mm
Rear brake disc (min)5.5 mm
Brake pad — front (min)Wear indicator groove
Brake pad — rear (min)Wear indicator groove
Clutch friction plate (min)2.62 mm
Drive chain slack (limit)30 mmUpper end of the adjustment range — beyond this, adjust or replace