About the Suzuki DR500
Clutch and oil-drain parts for listed 1981–1983 DR500s, plus a 1983 cam chain.
Planning a Suzuki DR500 engine service starts with separating the clutch, oil-drain and timing-drive jobs. The individual clutch plate and drain plug below list 1981–1983; the selected cam chain lists 1983. Use the engine identification and old components to confirm the work, especially on a motorcycle with a replacement engine.
Separate clutch, oil-drain and valve-timing work
Compare the clutch plate’s shape, thickness and position in the stack. For the drain plug, confirm the thread and sealing arrangement against the crankcase. During cam-chain work, inspect the associated guides and tensioner using the correct service information, and check the required gaskets separately.
Model and component referenceDR500 application differences
Clutch and drain plug
Featured products list DR500 1981–1983.
Cam chain
The featured cam chain lists DR500 1983 only.
Fork seals
More than one seal specification is listed; compare all dimensions with the fitted fork.
Check before orderingIdentify your DR500 and fitted parts
- Confirm the motorcycle and engine year using the correct model documents.
- For clutch work, identify plate type and stack location before choosing a replacement.
- For seals and threaded hardware, compare the old part and all relevant dimensions before ordering.