| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | 
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| Model ID | 
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| Manufacturer (Make) | Suzuki | 
| Model Name | DR 500 S | 
| Year | 1983 | 
| Category(class) | Enduro | 
| Engine | 
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| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 498 ccm (30.39 cubic inches) | 
| Engine Type | 1 cylinder | 
| Bore x Stroke | Ø88.0 mm x 82.0 mm (Ø3.46 inches x 3.23 inches) | 
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.07 | 
| Stroke | 4 | 
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 
| Timing System | OHC | 
| Cooling System | Air | 
| Powertrain | 
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| Gearbox | 5 speed | 
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | 
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| Front Brakes | Drum | 
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 | 
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 | 
| Dimensions | 
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| Curb Weight | 146 kg (322 lb) | 
| Fuel Capacity  | 9 litres (2.38 gallons) | 
| Performance | 
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| Max Power | 27.00 HP (19.7 kW) at 6500 RPM | 
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.18 Hp/Kg | 
| Top Speed | 136 km/h (84mph) | 
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time |  | 
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | 
| 0-60 mph | 7.2 seconds | 
| 1/4 mile | - | 
| 60 to 140 km/h, highest gear | - |