GPZ500S reviewAnonymous but sturdy workhorse with one half of an old GPZ1000RX motor Visordown Updated: 19 Sep 2018 Share BrandKawasakiCategorySportsEngine Capacity498ccPrice£3,499.00ProsCheap to insure and run.ConsBetter bikes are out there.Tags:MPGpricereviewfor saleforumspecstop speedspecificationsbhphorsepowerpicturesExhaustsParts & Spares Previous Article NSR125RR (1994 - 2003) review Next Article ZXR750 review Related Articles New Bikes The intriguing details behind Kawasaki’s Hydrogen-powered horse Road Racing Isle of Man TT race organiser responds to social media critics Commercial From the TT to the trail: The history of Norton’s Manx and Atlas New Bikes New Ducati Panigale V4 SP model expected for 2027 General Rick English reveals favourite type of movie stunt and his “go-to” Kawasaki New Bikes Kawasaki offers £1,500 part-exchange boost on hybrid bikesLatest Reviews Gear Akaso 360 review: Is it a rival for the Insta360? 30/06/26 Motorbike Still naughty by nature, or has the 790 Duke grown up? 22/06/26 Motorbike Suzuki's SV650 finally gets the update it deserved 22/06/26 Gear Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma review: the best plug-n-play motorcycle airbag solution? 13/06/26 Gear Oxford's £340 adventure suit has become my go-to kit in 30°C heat 09/06/26Sign up for The Visordown NewsletterYour information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Leave this field blank More Reviews Gear Three boots in one: Eleveit X Privilege E-Dry Enduro review 08/06/26 Road Test This Chinese bike is super cheap; is it worth it? 08/06/26 Motorbike CFMoto 1000MT-X review: More than just a budget ADV? 01/06/26 First Ride You can’t afford not to buy Hero’s new dual sport 23/05/26 Motorbike Norton Manx R review: Why this bike feels so different to the competition 20/05/26