New GS500K4 Owner

[Kraven]

Well, I guess it's best to just jump in and see whether you lot rip me limb from limb...

I've just today bought a new GS500, sadly have to wait until Wednesday to collect it. Would you all generally say it's a reliable bike?

Craig

['04gs500f]

interesting question to ask AFTER you seal the deal  

and yes it is a reliable bike with a plethora of great modifications available from this wonderful message board you could do to it!

[callmelenny]

Welcome  

I think you'll find the bike reliable

But what do I know, I ride a 98

[weaselnoze]

nakid is better  

[number1]

yes it is a reliable bike and i think that when you get it you will be more than pleased with it. and later on down the road if you feel you need more power or better handeling the guys and gals on this forums will help you in any way that they can.  

[sys49152]

...see whether you lot rip me limb from limb...

You *must* be from the UK!?  Even so, welcome  :lol:

[Organ Donor]

Welcome, I have never heard anything bad about the GS, except from loosers who own EX500's. Anyways you"ll like it, and you'll come to the right place. There are a tone of good people hear.

[matt86to]

Welcome to the group    

all the best matt:) your friend

[Kraven]

Yes, I am from the UK.... that noticeable, is it?  

Well, it's good to hear so many good things about it, I'm looking forward to riding it.

[tdan553527]

Welcome and congratulations!  

[dolepineapple]

welcome
you'll love the bike and whenever down the road you decide to move on to something bigger, we'll give you our full support

but let's not jump the gun here
get the bike
start riding
and start MODDING!

cheers,
joel

[scratch]

Welcome! Plan on buying good gear (jacket, pants, gloves, boots) and good raingear. The bike is reliable even if not properly maintained, but why take a chance.

[Phaedrus]

Welcome, I have never heard anything bad about the GS, except from loosers who own EX500's.....

Haha, you rock  

[RedShift]

... I've just today bought a new GS500, sadly have to wait until Wednesday to collect it. Would you all generally say it's a reliable bike?

Craig

Craig, looks like you have the cart before the horse, seeing you bought into GS500 technology then ask if it's worthy of the investment.  

No matter.  The machine is bullet-proof and easily cared for with a little attention.  Clean the chain every 600 miles (adjust slack if necessary), replace the oil regularly, watch the valve clearences, replace fluids per schedule, and fill it up with petrol before or shortly after you hit reserve (anywhere between 150 - 250 miles depending on the type of travel).

I've had mine for three seasons now and not a hint of a problem.  You and your GS should be very happy together for some time to come.  I know I am...

[Kraven]

Well, thank you all for the welcome and advice, it's great I collected the bike today, and, though obviously taking it easy, I've been around on it, and love it.

Nice to see so many other owners, if I have any problems/questions, I know where to ask

Craig