The Suzuki DR 500 S motorcycle specifications include a 498 cc (30.39 cu in) engine, power of 27 hp (19.7 kW) @ 6,500 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 146 kg (321.9 lb).
Key specifications
Year-specific specification changes
How the Suzuki DR 500 S compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 59% lower than the Suzuki database average. Around the 32nd percentile across Suzuki models.
About 18% lower than the Suzuki database average. Around the 46th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 27% lighter than the Suzuki database average. Around the 26th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 37% smaller than the Suzuki database average. Around the 18th percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
27 hp — more powerful than about 32% of Suzuki models with power data.
498 cc — larger displacement than about 46% of Suzuki models.
146 kg — heavier than about 26% of Suzuki models, or lighter than about 74%.
9 L — larger than about 18% of Suzuki fuel tanks in this database.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 3.00-21 |
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| Rear tire size | 4.60-18 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.185 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 184.9 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 54.2 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.07:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Trial |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 498 cc (30.39 cu in) |
| Power | 27 hp (19.7 kW) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 88.0 x 82 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 8.7:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
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| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear tire | 4.60-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 146 kg (321.9 lb) |
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Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 9.00 L (2.38 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 136.0 km/h (84.5 mph) |
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Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.