Info in Clymer Manual Apply to '04 GS500F?

[GSFRyder]

Just need to know if the info in the Clymer manual for the '89-'02 GS500's applies to an '04 GS500F. Thanks in advance.

[Alphamazing]

Just need to know if the info in the Clymer manual for the '89-'02 GS500's applies to an '04 GS500F. Thanks in advance.

Depends on what needs to be done. A few things changed between the models, like the carbs, fairings, etc... but most of it is the same.

[Mandres]

It depends on which system you're looking into.  The body is obviously changed as are the carbs and (maybe?) the electrical system.  The engine/transmission is the same except for the oil cooler on newer models.

-M

[Egaeus]

None of the changes (even the ones made in 2001) are mentioned in the 89-02 manual.  Get a Haynes.

[GSFRyder]

OK, here's the deal...

I just purchased an '04 GS500F w/ 7150mi on it and need to know what to do as far as maintenance/service go. The previous owner told me that the oil would need to be changed soon, but what else should I do? And, more importantly, HOW do I do it? Thanks for the help guys.

[Queso]

OK, here's the deal...

I just purchased an '04 GS500F w/ 7150mi on it and need to know what to do as far as maintenance/service go. The previous owner told me that the oil would need to be changed soon, but what else should I do? And, more importantly, HOW do I do it? Thanks for the help guys.

Oh, I got this one... My first bit of advice!! The FAQ section on the homepage has an excellent how-to.

Ah, I have contributed finally 

[Kerry]

You might have included a link or two....  (Just kidding.  )

If you don't have a manual, the Maintenance Info page has links to the kinds of regular maintenance that need to be performed at various intervals.  (They are straight from the manual.)

It also has a link to the How To Pages page, which has links to pages with step-by-step instructions on several procedures, including How To Change The Oil In Your GS500.

[Queso]

D'oh! Next time, gadget. Next time.