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TorqueSettings
These settings apply to the GS500 model years 1989 - 1999. It is likely that later model years use the same values in most cases, but it is strongly recommended that this be verified with a valid shop manual.
NOTE: with all torque settings, it is best to work to the middle of the specified range. For example, if the spec states 50 Nm - 80 Nm, use the midpoint of 65 Nm. If your torque wrench is out of tolerance, the torque applied has a better chance of being correct.
Engine
| ITEM | Nm | ft-lb |
| Cylinder head cover bolt | 13 - 15 | 9.5 - 11.0 |
| Cylinder head nut | 35 - 40 | 25.5- 29.0 |
| Cylinder head bolt | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Cylinder stud bolt | 13 - 16 | 9.5 - 11.5 |
| Camshaft journal holder bolt | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Cam sprocket bolt | 17 - 19 | 12.5 - 13.5 |
| Cam chain tensioner mounting bolt | 6 - 8 | 4.5 - 6.0 |
| Conrod bearing cap nut | 30 - 34 | 21.5 - 25.0 |
| Generator rotor mounting bolt | 110 - 130 | 79.5 - 94.5 |
| Starter clutch securing bolt | 15 - 20 | 11.0 - 14.5 |
| Signal generator bolt | 17 - 23 | 12.5 - 16.5 |
| Crankcase bolt (6 mm) | 9 - 13 | 6.5 - 9.5 |
| Crankcase bolt (8 mm) | 20 - 24 | 14.5 - 17.5 |
| Counter balancer shaft setting bolt | 35 - 45 | 25.5 - 32.5 |
| Oil pump mounting screw | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Oil pressure regulator | 17 - 20 | 12.5 - 14.5 |
| Oil drain plug | 20 - 25 | 14.5 - 18.0 |
| Oil pan bolt | 12 - 16 | 8.5 - 11.5 |
| Clutch sleeve hub nut | 40 - 60 | 29.0 - 43.5 |
| Clutch spring set bolt | 4 - 6 | 3.0 - 4.5 |
| Exhaust pipe bolt | 9 - 12 | 6.5 - 8.5 |
| Muffler mounting bolt | 18 - 28 | 13.0 - 20.0 |
| Engine mounting bolt | 60 - 72 | 43.5 - 52.0 |
Chassis
| ITEM | Nm | ft - lb |
| Steering stem head bolt | 35 - 55 | 25.5 - 40.0 |
| Front fork upper clamp bolt | 18 - 28 | 13.0 - 20.0 |
| Front fork lower clamp bolt | 25 - 40 | 18.0 - 29.0 |
| Front axle nut - Normal nut with cotter pin (US models) | 36 - 52 | 26.0 - 37.5 |
| Front axle nut - Self lock nut (UK models) | 40 - 58 | 29.0 - 42.0 |
| Front axle pinch bolt | 18 - 28 | 13.0 - 20.0 |
| Handlebar set bolt | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Handlebar holder mounting nut | 27 - 42 | 19.5 - 30.5 |
| Front brake master cylinder mounting bolt | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Front brake caliper mounting bolt | 30 - 48 | 21.5 - 35.0 |
| Front brake caliper housing bolt | 30 - 36 | 21.5 - 26.0 |
| Brake hose union bolt | 15 - 20 | 11.0 - 14.5 |
| Air bleeder valve | 6 - 9 | 4.5 - 6.5 |
| Front and rear disc bolt | 18 - 28 | 13.0 - 20.0 |
| Swingarm pivot nut | 55 - 88 | 40.0 - 63.5 |
| Rear shock absorber upper/lower mounting nut | 40 - 60 | 29.0 - 43.5 |
| Rear cushion lever mounting nut | 70 - 100 | 50.5 - 72.5 |
| Rear cushion lever rod mounting nut (upper & lower) | 70 - 100 | 50.5 - 72.5 |
| Rear brake caliper mounting bolt | 20 - 31 | 14.5 - 22.5 |
| Rear caliper housing bolt | 30 - 36 | 21.5 - 26.0 |
| Torque link nut (front & rear) | 22 - 35 | 16.0 - 25.5 |
| Rear brake master cylinder mounting bolt | 8 - 12 | 6.0 - 8.5 |
| Rear axle nut - Normal nut with cotter pin (US models) | 50 - 80 | 36.0 - 58.0 |
| Rear axle nut - Self lock nut (UK models) | 60 - 96 | 43.5 - 69.5 |
| Rear sprocket nut | 40 - 60 | 29.0 - 43.5 |
