1976-1980 Suzuki GS550 / GS550E / GS550L Service Manual (716 P.)
Repair guide for all GS550 configurations with carburetor tuning, ignition timing, and transmission specifications. Complete engine overhaul procedures with torque values and adjustment procedures.
Manual Preview
Sample pages from the 1976-1980 Suzuki GS550 / GS550E / GS550L Service Manual (716 P.) manual
Purchase & Download
Suzuki Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: GS550, GS550E, GS550L, GS550T, GS550Z, GS550M, GS500E, GS500L, GS500T, GS500X, GS500TX, GS500LX, GS500MX
Sub-models / Variants: E, L, T, Z, M, EX, LX, MX, TX, E-01, E-03, E-28
Build Years: 1976–1980
Technical Data:
- Engine type: Four-stroke, air-cooled, DOHC, 4-cylinder
- Engine displacement: 549 cc (33.5 cu. in)
- Bore and stroke: 56.0 mm x 55.8 mm
- Compression ratio: 8.6:1
- Fuel system: MIKUNI VM22SS (four)
- Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
- Clutch: Wet multi-plate type
- Ignition timing: 17° BTDC below 1,500 r/min; 37° BTDC above 2,500 r/min
- Engine oil capacity: 2.4 liters (2.5/2.1 US/Imp qt)
- Fuel tank capacity: 17 liters (4.5/3.7 US/Imp gal)
- Front fork oil capacity: 165 ml (5.58/5.81 US/Imp oz)
Suzuki Manual Features & Content Preview
1976–1980 Suzuki GS550 Service Manual
- Covers 1976–1980 Suzuki GS550, GS550E, and GS550L models, including variants like the T, Z, and M series with air-cooled DOHC 4-cylinder engines
- Official Suzuki service publication P/N 99500-35003-01E
- Contains 218 technical images, 35+ exploded-view component diagrams, and 12 specific torque-specification tables
- Accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed
- Stored against your account so you can retrieve it after a hard-drive loss
- Full-text search finds any part number in seconds
- Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing
- This 1976–1980 Suzuki GS550 edition provides the factory-authorized procedures and technical data for DOHC engine service and chassis maintenance requirements
Document Structure and Technical Scope
The 1976–1980 Suzuki GS550 documentation provides a thorough technical overview of the DOHC engine and chassis assemblies. The contents encompass general specifications, what an OEM service publication covers, and detailed procedures for engine removal, crankcase disassembly, transmission gear inspection, and carburetor balancing. Further chapters define the procedures for steering stem maintenance, front fork suspension rebuilds, and rear shock absorber inspection.
Engine and Chassis Data Preview
Technical specifications for the 1976–1980 Suzuki GS550 provide precise clearance and torque values essential for rebuilding. Valve clearance for the intake and exhaust is listed at 0.03–0.08 mm in the tappet clearance specification table. The cylinder head nut tightening torque is specified at 2.3–2.7 kg-m (16.5–19.5 lb-ft). Oil pump pressure is documented at above 0.1 kg/cm² (1.4 psi) and below 0.5 kg/cm² (7.1 psi) at 3,000 r/min.
Note: This page is a contents overview for the manual. It does not provide repair or diagnostic instructions.
An official 716-page Suzuki OEM service manual covering the 1976–1980 Suzuki GS550, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and carburetor specifications for the various E, L, and T-series motorcycle builds.
Manual FAQ, Purchase & Download Details
Customer Reviews
Read what our customers say about this Suzuki Motorcycle manual and share your own experience.