Originally Posted by kinsaj

GS500.. from what little I have heard, it is known to be a decent and reliable bike. It has a problem with with the coating on the frame, which causes premature rust etc. but if you live near/around Phoenix, that should not be a problem. have not personally rode much on the Suzuki line except some of the higher stuff, the most recent being a SV1000. If you can catch one in your price range, a SV650 would be worth checking out. Lighter and better power delivery and relatively naked.