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I got the Haynes manual for the GS. It covers everything you need to know. The Clymer is also highly recommended…

http://www.themotorbookstore.com/suzgs500etwi.html

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Dirtbeard of the Sons of Santa MC.

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i’m from SoCal as well. I took the msf course in Long Beach…highly recommended

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Yoshimura makes probably the best slip on for the GS regarding sound and power, although not the cheapest. Adding a slip on does not require a rejet, but it is recommended (even on a stock bike). Jardine makes a full system for a pretty good price.
If you you want more power, add a k&n lunchbox and rejet the carbs. Check out gstwins forum, it’s got all the info you need.
There’s also a GS500wiki.

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I too am interested in a track school. I’ve been reading up on “CLASS”, a school ran by Reg Pridmore. They run classes at Willow Springs which is the closest track to socal. I can’t find any negative comments regarding them and they seem to be the best out there.

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It’s an 05 that I bought a few weeks ago. It’s a great bike with plenty of power to get me to where I want to go.
I’ve already put on about 300 miles since I got it.

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Thanks everyone!

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Look in your local ads and craigslist. You’ll find some great deals on bikes that are in really good condition and with low miles.
I bought a used 05 Suzuki GS500F. It’s a great bike with plenty of power and great for commuting. The Ninja 500r is also a good and popular choice. Kawasaki also makes the Ninja 650, which a lot of people rave about.
Good Luck

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Congrats on the bike. I pretty much have all my gear, just need to find some riding boots that I like. I got all my stuff from newenough.com. They got great prices and the shipping is fast. I’ve just been riding around my neighborhood after work.
I might hit up a parking lot this weekend to practice. Still have a few weeks till the msf class.

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I narrowed my choices down to the GS and the ninja 500. I don’t like the dated look of the ninja so I was leaning more towards the GS. I scoured the local ads and craigslist and found this 05. It only had <1300 miles and was completely clean, no scratches and never been down. The guy was asking for $4K, but I got him down to $3300. He also had the extended warranty till 2011!!!
I think I got a great deal.

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