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5. Lift the front end of the fuel tank

and prop it up as shown above.
Insert the crank end of the prop
stay into the hole of the steering
shaft.

6. Remove the 11 screws

7. Remove the cover

8. Remove the air cleaner element

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WARNING

If you lift up the fuel tank when it
is full, fuel can seep out from the
fuel tank cap, creating a fire haz-
ard.

Reduce the fuel level to less than
1/4 full before lifting up the fuel
tank. The fuel indicator on the
instrument panel will blink or
remain lit when the fuel level is
less than 1/4 full.

Summary of Contents for GSX-R1000/A

Page 1: ...AL TK L6 Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Pantone 303C CMYK 100 0 0 85 Pantone 485 CMYK 0 100 100 0 Pantone 294 CMYK 100 70 0 0 Black 4 1...

Page 2: ...in with the motorcycle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator The manual contains important safety information and instructions which should be read carefully before operating...

Page 3: ...nt that you avoid operating the engine in a manner which could expose the engine parts to excessive heat Please refer to the BREAK IN RUN NING IN section for specific break in recommendations WARNING...

Page 4: ...enced technicians that are trained to provide your machine with the best possible service with the right tools and equip ment All information illustrations and speci fications contained in this manual...

Page 5: ...SUMER INFORMATION CONTROLS FUEL ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS BREAK IN RUNNING IN AND INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING RIDING TIPS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOT...

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Page 7: ...1 1 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING 1 2 SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS 1 4 LABELS 1 5 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1 6 NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM AUSTRALIA ONLY 1 6...

Page 8: ...es fitted to the handle bars or the front fork area can cre ate serious stability problems This extra weight will cause the motorcycle to be less responsive to your steering control The weight may als...

Page 9: ...ft and right side of the motorcycle and fasten it securely Keep cargo weight low and as close to the center of the motorcy cle as possible Do not attach large or heavy items to the handlebars front fo...

Page 10: ...riding is great fun and an exciting sport Motorcycle riding also requires that some extra precautions be taken to ensure the safety of the rider and passenger These precau tions are WEAR A HELMET Mot...

Page 11: ...f the painted surface marks manhole covers and greasy appearing areas as they can be espe cially slippery Use extreme caution at railway crossings and on metal grat ings and bridges Whenever in doubt...

Page 12: ...r future ref erence NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM AUSTRALIA ONLY TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED Owners are warned that the law may prohibit a The removal or rendering inopera tive by any person...

Page 13: ...2 5 IGNITION SWITCH 2 6 INSTRUMENT PANEL 2 8 LEFT HANDLEBAR 2 29 RIGHT HANDLEBAR 2 32 FUEL TANK CAP 2 34 GEARSHIFT LEVER 2 35 REAR BRAKE PEDAL 2 35 SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS 2 36 SIDE STAND 2 38 SU...

Page 14: ...OLS LOCATION OF PARTS 1 Clutch lever 2 Left handlebar switches 3 Ignition switch 4 Instrument panel 5 Front brake fluid reservoir 6 Right handlebar switches 7 Throttle grip 8 Front brake lever 9 Fuel...

Page 15: ...2 3 0 Tools A Seat lock B Helmet holders C Gearshift lever D Side stand...

Page 16: ...2 4 E Rear brake pedal GSX R1000A...

Page 17: ...e location of the steering damper some key chains could get caught between the steering damper and the steering stem nut This could interfere with steering and cause loss of control Use your ignition...

Page 18: ...ake and register additional spare keys IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch has 4 positions OFF POSITION All electrical circuits are cut off The engine will not start The key can be removed ON POSITION...

Page 19: ...g the motorcycle while the steering is locked can be hazardous You could lose your balance and fall or you could drop the motorcycle Stop the motorcycle and place it on the side stand before locking t...

Page 20: ...2 8 Align the lid hole position to the key hole position when inserting the key INSTRUMENT PANEL GSX R1000 GSX R1000A...

Page 21: ...1 Press and hold the ADJ button 1 and turn on the ignition switch 2 Hold the ADJ button 1 for 3 5 seconds 3 Release the ADJ button 1 Rap the ADJ button twice NOTE The reset procedure from step 1 to s...

Page 22: ...hen press and hold buttons ADJ 1 and SEL B for 3 seconds to switch between km h and mph At the same time the odometer will be changed between km and mile Except for Canada Middle East and general emer...

Page 23: ...s Sd when the steering damper sole noid battery voltage and speed sen sor have malfunction The engine may continue to run in mode A but the engine will not run in mode B NOTE If the display indicates...

Page 24: ...plers FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT 8 This indicator light comes on for 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position then the indicator light should go out if there is enough fuel in the tan...

Page 25: ...tions odome ter 2 trip meters reserve trip meter clock instrument panel light bright ness and lap time counter When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the test pattern is displayed The d...

Page 26: ...r 2 kinds of distances at the same time For instance trip meter 1 can register the trip distance and trip meter 2 can reg ister the distance between fuel stops To reset the meter to zero push the ADJ...

Page 27: ...clock 1 Press and hold the SEL button B for 3 seconds until the hour dis play blinks 2 Adjust the hour display by pushing the ADJ button 1 NOTE When the ADJ button 1 is held in the display advances c...

Page 28: ...The lap time counter indicates from 00 00 00 to 99 59 99 1 To use lap time counter Push SEL button B METER or METER to select lap time counter The display blinks 00 00 00 or mem ory data when the lap...

Page 29: ...display stops blinking 2 Push METER to start lap time counter 1 Lap number 2 Lap time 3 Total time 3 When the METER is pushed the lap time counter records lap time data and the display shows lap numbe...

Page 30: ...k lap time memory data 1 Press and hold the SEL button B for more than 3 seconds Display shows lap number and lap time alternately 2 Push METER or METER to increase or decrease lap number 3 L F indica...

Page 31: ...y with your original keys which have an electronic identification code programmed into it The key commu nicates the identification code to the immobilizer controller when the key is turned to ON posit...

Page 32: ...or is acti vated Refer to the LEFT HANDLE BAR section for detail COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR E The display G and the indicator light E have 2 functions coolant tempera ture in...

Page 33: ...the display and the indicator light E comes on As soon as the engine is started the symbol and the indicator light should go out When the engine oil pressure drops under the normal operating range th...

Page 34: ...RPM INDICATOR F The engine rpm indicator LED s will light or blink when the engine speed reaches a preset engine rpm NOTE Be sure to reset the engine rpm indicator in the instrument panel when the ba...

Page 35: ...s set at 500 r min GSX R1000 GSX R1000A Engine rpm and preset rpm r min Orange LED White LED LED1 LED2 LED3 Engine rpm 8500 8500 Engine rpm 9000 9000 Engine rpm 9500 9500 Engine rpm 10000 10000 Engine...

Page 36: ...2 24 GSX R1000 GSX R1000A Orange LED White LED Orange LED White LED LED1 LED2 LED3 LED1 LED2 GSX R1000 GSX R1000A...

Page 37: ...in the NO LIGHT mode the selection mode will be canceled and it will return the normal dis play mode 2 White LED Brightness 1 Push the SEL button B from white LED lighting mode to change white LED br...

Page 38: ...2 26 GSX R1000 GSX R1000A Orange LED White LED Orange LED White LED LED1 LED2 LED3 LED1 LED2 GSX R1000 GSX R1000A...

Page 39: ...GSX R1000A 3 Push the SEL button B to return from adjustment mode to normal display mode The engine rpm indicator system holds the selected setting when the ignition switch is turned off The system se...

Page 40: ...h speed before starting the motorcycle If the ABS indicator light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned on you should have the sys tem checked by an authorized Suzuki dealer as soon as p...

Page 41: ...n signal lights and indica tors will flash simultaneously when the switch is turned on with the igni tion switch in the ON or P position Use the hazard warning lights to warn other traffic during emer...

Page 42: ...rive mode selector UP or DOWN for 1 second until the Suzuki drive mode indicator shows A 3 Push the Suzuki drive mode selector to change drive mode Pushing the UP switch can change from A to C to B to...

Page 43: ...URN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH 6 Moving the switch to the position will flash the left turn signals Moving the switch to the position will flash the right turn signals The indi cator light will also flash in...

Page 44: ...between the throttle grip and the front brake lever is adjustable to 6 positions To change the position push the brake lever forward and turn the adjuster to the desired position When changing the bra...

Page 45: ...is disengaged NOTE The headlight will go off when the electric starter switch is pushed LAP TIME COUNTER SWITCH 4 To change the display push the lap time counter switch Refer to the INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 46: ...when refueling 1 Fuel level 2 Filler neck WARNING If you overfill the fuel tank fuel may overflow when it expands due to engine heat or heating by the sun Fuel that overflows can catch fire Stop addin...

Page 47: ...he transmission is in neutral the green indicator light on the instrument panel will be lit How ever even though the light is illumi nated cautiously and slowly release the clutch lever to make sure t...

Page 48: ...1 2 Remove the right and left bolts 2 3 Raise the front end of the seat and slide it forward To reinstall the seat slide the seat hooks into the seat hook retainers on the frame and tighten the bolts...

Page 49: ...he locked position Helmet Holders There are helmet holders underneath the rear seat To use them remove the seat hook your helmet to the hel met holder and refit the seat WARNING Failure to install the...

Page 50: ...unning and the side stand is put down with the transmission in gear the engine will stop running WARNING Riding with the side stand incom pletely retracted can result in an accident when you turn left...

Page 51: ...t the spring pre load adjuster to the standard position turn the adjuster 1 counterclockwise until it stops and turn the adjuster clockwise 5 1 2 turns Turn the adjuster clock wise from the standard p...

Page 52: ...ockwise from the standard position to stiffen the damp ing force Turn the adjuster counter clockwise to soften the damping force The damping force should be adjusted gradually 1 8 turn at a time to fi...

Page 53: ...ning the respective adjusters The rebound damping force adjuster 1 is located at the bottom of the rear suspension The high stroke speed and low stroke speed compression damping force adjusters 2 3 ar...

Page 54: ...ng force adjuster 3 To adjust the damping force turn the adjuster in fully and then turn it out The fully turned in position provides the stiffest damping force and turning the adjuster out will softe...

Page 55: ...remount it to the desired position 3 Tighten the bolts to the specified torque Footrest bracket tightening torque 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 16 5 lbf ft NOTE Apply a drop of SUZUKI THREAD LOCK 1342 to the foot...

Page 56: ...tightening torque 23 N m 2 3 kgf m 16 5 lbf ft NOTE Apply a drop of SUZUKI THREAD LOCK 1342 to the footrest mounting bolts 1 4 Remove the circlip 2 with snap ring pliers Remove the gearshift lever NOT...

Page 57: ...position Tighten the pivot bolt securely 65 75 mm 7 Loosen the lock nuts 3 Turn the rod 4 and adjust the gearshift lever position 8 Rotate the rod 4 to locate the gearshift lever 65 75 mm 2 6 3 0 in...

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Page 59: ...3 1 3 FUEL ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS FUEL OCTANE RATING 3 2 OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION 3 2 ENGINE OIL 3 4 ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION 3 5...

Page 60: ...s not improved by changing consult your Suzuki dealer OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION Canada and EU Oxygenated fuels which meet the minimum octane requirement and the requirements described below may b...

Page 61: ...ted fuels Be sure that any oxygenated fuel you use has recommended octane ratings If you are not satisfied with the drivability of your motorcycle when you are using an oxygen ated fuel or if engine p...

Page 62: ...ganization SAE Engine Oil Viscosity Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W 40 engine oil If SAE 10W 40 engine oil is not available select an alternative according to the following chart JASO T903 The JA...

Page 63: ...radiator mixed with distilled water only at the ratio of 50 50 A PI SERVICE S J SAE 10W 40 E N E R GY CONSER V I N G A PI SERVICE S J SAE 10W 40 WARNING Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if swallowed...

Page 64: ...ilute SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOL ANT when replacing coolant SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT Green Water for mixing Use distilled water only Water other than distilled water can corrode and clog the aluminiu...

Page 65: ...MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEED RECOMMENDATION 4 2 VARY THE ENGINE SPEED 4 2 BREAKING IN THE NEW TIRES 4 2 AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED 4 2 ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING 4 3 OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND...

Page 66: ...ak in to assure maximum performance just as the engine does Wear in the tread surface by gradually increasing your cornering lean angles over the first 160 km 100 miles before attempting maximum perfo...

Page 67: ...ce from the engine NOTE The 1000 km 600 miles ser vice should be performed as outlined in the INSPECTION AND MAINTE NANCE section of this Owner s Man ual Pay particular attention to the CAUTION and WA...

Page 68: ...the closed position Clutch 6 25 Correct lever play Smooth and progressive action Brakes 2 32 2 35 6 32 Proper pedal and lever operation Fluid level in the reservoir to be above LOWER line Correct peda...

Page 69: ...5 1 5 RIDING TIPS STARTING THE ENGINE 5 2 STARTING OFF 5 3 USING THE TRANSMISSION 5 4 RIDING ON HILLS 5 5 STOPPING AND PARKING 5 6...

Page 70: ...fi ciently warms up When a Cold Engine is Hard to Start 1 Open the throttle approximately 1 8 turn and push the electric starter switch 2 After the engine starts let the engine run until the engine su...

Page 71: ...side stand is down the engine will stop running WARNING Riding at excessive speeds increases your chances of losing control of the motorcycle which can result in an accident Always ride at a speed tha...

Page 72: ...edule Shifting down schedule Disengage the clutch when the motor cycle speed drops below 20 km h 12 miles h Gear position km h miles h 1st 2nd 20 12 2nd 3rd 30 19 3rd 4th 40 25 4th 5th 50 31 5th 6th 6...

Page 73: ...eep slope use the engine compres sion to assist the brakes by shift ing to a lower gear Continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and reduce their effective ness Be careful however not to a...

Page 74: ...ds or in poor weather conditions You must still ride sensibly and alertly On regular paved roads some riders may be able to obtain slightly shorter stopping distances with conventional brake systems t...

Page 75: ...ng either one It is normal for the brake lever pedal to pulsate while the ABS is operating Non recommended tires can affect wheel speed and may confuse the computer ABS does not work at very low speed...

Page 76: ...r rear brake can cause skidding and loss of control Apply both brakes evenly and at the same time WARNING Hard braking while turning may cause wheel skid and loss of con trol Brake before you begin to...

Page 77: ...ore starting the engine 6 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 7 Turn the handlebars all the way to the left and lock the steering for security 8 Remove the ignition key NOTE If an optional anti...

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Page 79: ...CLEANER 6 11 SPARK PLUGS 6 15 FUEL HOSE 6 18 ENGINE OIL 6 19 ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION 6 24 THROTTLE CABLE PLAY 6 24 CLUTCH 6 25 COOLANT 6 26 DRIVE CHAIN 6 28 BRAKES 6 32 TIRES 6 36 SIDE STAND IGNI...

Page 80: ...um safety we suggest that you have these items inspected and serviced by your authorized Suzuki dealer or a quali fied service mechanic WARNING Improper maintenance or failure to perform recommended m...

Page 81: ...a qualified mechanic NOTICE Servicing electric parts with the ignition switch in the ON posi tion can damage the electric parts when the electric circuit is shorted Turn off the ignition switch before...

Page 82: ...ter 6 19 R R Throttle cable play 6 24 I I I I I PAIR air supply system I I Throttle valve synchronization I I Engine coolant 6 26 SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT Blue Replace every 4 years or 48000 km...

Page 83: ...le cable play 6 24 I I I I I PAIR air supply system I I Throttle valve synchronization I I I I Engine coolant 6 26 SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT Blue R SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT Green or an engine coo...

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Page 85: ...shaft 1 clean at all times 2 Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth NOTE Do not confuse the grease like residue on the steering damper s shaft with an oil leak Collection of this residue is normal and...

Page 86: ...de and after get ting it wet it in the rain or after wash ing it Major lubrication points are indicated below Grease Drive chain lubricant 1 Clutch lever pivot 2 Side stand pivot and spring hook 3 Gea...

Page 87: ...ause blindness or severe burns When working near the battery use proper eye protection and gloves Flush eyes or body with ample water and get medical care immediately if you suffer injury Keep batteri...

Page 88: ...the same type MF battery when replacing the battery Recharge the battery once a month if the motorcycle is not used for a long time NOTICE Reversing the battery lead wires can damage the charging sys...

Page 89: ...er AIR CLEANER If the elements have become clogged with dust intake resistance will increase with a resultant decrease in power output and an increase in fuel consumption If you use your motor cycle u...

Page 90: ...prop stay part number is 44574 35F00 NOTICE Failure to inspect the air cleaner element frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty wet or muddy con ditions can damage your motorcy cle The air cleaner...

Page 91: ...ews 3 7 Remove the cover 4 8 Remove the air cleaner element 5 WARNING If you lift up the fuel tank when it is full fuel can seep out from the fuel tank cap creating a fire haz ard Reduce the fuel leve...

Page 92: ...hen cleaning the motorcycle Reinstall the fuel tank NOTE Check that the fuel tank drain hose and breather hose are not bent before reinstalling the fuel tank NOTICE Compressed air can damage the air c...

Page 93: ...uel tank and remove the air cleaner cover by referring to the AIR CLEANER section 2 Remove the bolt 1 3 Remove the bolts 2 and two fun nels 3 4 Pull out the tube 4 Disconnect the air cleaner sensor as...

Page 94: ...rk plugs with a spark plug wrench NOTICE Improper removal of ignition coils can damage the ignition coils Pull off the ignition coils with your hand Do not use pliers NOTICE Dirt can damage the moving...

Page 95: ...colder plug Plug Replacement Guide NOTE This motorcycle uses a resis tor type spark plug to avoid jamming electronic parts Improper spark plug selection may cause electronic inter ference with your mo...

Page 96: ...f the spark plug can damage your motorcycle An overly tight or cross threaded spark plug will damage the alumi num threads of the cylinder head Carefully turn the spark plug by hand into the threads I...

Page 97: ...and run it for three minutes 2 Stop the engine and wait three minutes 3 Hold the motorcycle vertically and inspect the engine oil level through the engine oil level inspection window on the right side...

Page 98: ...exhaust pipes can burn you Wait until the oil drain plug and exhaust pipes are cool enough to touch with bare hands before draining oil WARNING Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or use...

Page 99: ...ble from Suzuki dealer Oil filter wrench Part No 09915 40620 7 Turn the oil filter 5 counterclock wise and remove it with a Suzuki cap type oil filter wrench or a strap type filter wrench of the prope...

Page 100: ...r position on the cap type filter wrench or on the oil filter Use an oil filter wrench to tighten the filter 2 turns or to specified torque Oil filter tightening torque 20 N m 2 0 kgf m 14 5 lbf ft NO...

Page 101: ...3 Start the engine while the motor cycle is outside on level ground and allow it to idle for three min utes 14 Turn the engine off and wait approximately three minutes Recheck the oil level on the eng...

Page 102: ...LE CABLE PLAY 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in To adjust the cable play 1 Remove the boot 1 2 Loosen the lock nut 2 3 Turn the adjuster 3 so that the throttle grip has 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in play 4 Tighten th...

Page 103: ...s are dirty CLUTCH At each maintenance interval adjust the clutch cable play with the clutch cable adjuster The cable play should be 10 15 mm 0 4 0 6 in as mea sured at the clutch lever end before the...

Page 104: ...your Suzuki dealer COOLANT COOLANT LEVEL The coolant should be kept between the F FULL and the L LOW level lines in the reservoir tank at all times Inspect the level every time before riding with the...

Page 105: ...k RADIATOR HOSE INSPECTION Inspect the radiator hoses for cracks damage or engine coolant leakage If any defects are found ask your Suzuki dealer to replace the radiator hose with a new one WARNING En...

Page 106: ...ment If you find anything wrong with the drive chain condition or adjustment correct the problem if you know how If necessary consult your authorized Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic Damage to th...

Page 107: ...replace ment chain or using a joint clip type chain can be hazardous An incompletely riveted master link or a joint clip type master link may come apart and cause an accident or severe engine dam age...

Page 108: ...he periodic mainte nance schedule depending upon your riding conditions NOTICE Some drive chain lubricant con tains solvents and additives which could damage the seal rings in the drive chain Use seal...

Page 109: ...on the swingarm and each chain adjuster which are to be aligned with each other and to be used as a reference from one side to the other 5 Tighten the right and left lock nuts 2 6 Tighten the axle nut...

Page 110: ...at all times Check the wear of the disk brake pads BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION Inspect the brake hoses and hose joints for cracks damage or brake fluid leakage If any defects are found ask your Suzuki deal...

Page 111: ...Clean filler cap before removing Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed container Never use or mix with different types of brake fluid WARNING Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed and harmfu...

Page 112: ...ooved wear limit line both front or both rear pads must be replaced with new ones by your authorized Suzuki dealer or a quali fied service mechanic WARNING Failure to inspect and maintain the brake pa...

Page 113: ...2 in the proper position WARNING If you ride this motorcycle after brake system repair or brake pad replacement without pumping the brake lever pedal you may get poor braking performance which could...

Page 114: ...ur motorcycle and the road Failure to take the precautions below may result in an accident due to tire failure Check tire condition and pres sure before each ride and adjust pressure if necessary Avoi...

Page 115: ...d lead to higher inflation pressure readings Under inflated tires make smooth cor nering difficult and can result in rapid tire wear Over inflated tires cause a smaller amount of tire to be in contact...

Page 116: ...tire profile changing vehicle handling characteristics Check tire condition of your tires each day before you ride Replace tires if tires show visual evidence of damage such as cracks or cuts or if tr...

Page 117: ...G Failure to follow the instructions below for tubeless tires may result in an accident due to tire failure Tubeless tires require different service procedures than tube tires Tubeless tires require a...

Page 118: ...s working properly If the engine continues to run with the side stand down and the transmission in gear then the side stand ignition interlock system is not working prop erly Have your motorcycle insp...

Page 119: ...ver squeeze the front brake lever with the caliper removed It is very difficult to force the pads back into the caliper assembly and brake fluid leakage may result 4 Remove the nut 2 5 Loosen the axle...

Page 120: ...d torque 15 Move the steering up and down several times to seat the axle shaft 16 Tighten the axle holder bolts 7 to the specified torque 17 Reinstall the brake calipers and speed sensor GSX R1000A 18...

Page 121: ...e restored Also check that the wheel rotates freely WARNING Installing the front wheel in the reverse direction can be hazard ous The tire for this motorcycle is directional Therefore the motor cycle...

Page 122: ...the ground 5 Loosen the right and left lock nuts 2 Turn the right and left chain adjuster bolts 3 clockwise CAUTION A hot muffler can burn you Wait until the muffler cools before removing the axle nut...

Page 123: ...eel assembly rear ward NOTE Never depress the rear brake pedal with the rear wheel removed It is very difficult to force the pads back into the caliper assembly 10 To replace the wheel reverse the com...

Page 124: ...ecifications If you are not sure of the proper proce dure have your authorized Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic do this WARNING Failure to extend brake pads after installing the wheel can cause p...

Page 125: ...k the hooks 2 to lift the instrument panel 2 Disconnect the coupler 3 Turn the bulb 4 counterclockwise and remove it NOTICE The headlight bulb s life may be shortened by oil from your fingers if you t...

Page 126: ...Disconnect the coupler 2 Turn the bulb 3 counterclockwise and remove it NOTICE The headlight bulb s life may be shortened by oil from your fingers if you touch it When replacing the headlight bulb be...

Page 127: ...d down or right and left if necessary To adjust the beam up and down Turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise To adjust the beam right and left Turn the adjuster 2 clockwise or counterclockwi...

Page 128: ...s 1 Remove the screw and take off the front turn signal assembly 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it 3 Push in the bulb and turn it coun terclockwise NOTICE Overtightening the screws when...

Page 129: ...e screw and take off the lens 2 Push in on the bulb turn it to the left and pull it out 3 To fit the replacement bulb push it in and twist it to the right while pushing NOTICE Overtightening the screw...

Page 130: ...t bulb follow the procedure steps 1 Remove the nuts 1 2 Remove the screws 2 and take off the cover with the lens 3 3 Push in on the bulb twisting it to the left and pull it out 4 To fit the replacemen...

Page 131: ...nd repair The fuses are located under the front seat To access the fuses remove the front seat by referring to the SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS sec tion One 30A MAIN spare fuse is located inside the f...

Page 132: ...se protects the headlight low beam 10A IGNITION fuse protects the cooling fan relay ignition coils starter relay fuel pump relay sole noid ECM oxygen sensor side stand relay and Immobilizer if equippe...

Page 133: ...nents NOTICE Improper motorcycle operation can cause catalyst or other motor cycle damage To avoid damage to the catalyst or other related components you should take the following precau tions Mainta...

Page 134: ...re there are com bustible materials such as dry grass or leaves these materials may come in contact with the cat alytic converter or other hot exhaust components This can cause a fire Avoid parking or...

Page 135: ...7 1 7 TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL SUPPLY CHECK 7 2 IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK 7 3 ENGINE STALLING 7 4...

Page 136: ...indica tor displays FI showing signs of trouble in the fuel injection system take your machine to an authorized Suzuki dealer Refer to the INSTRU MENT PANEL section for an explana tion of the electro...

Page 137: ...cross the spark plug gap 3 If there is no spark clean the spark plug Replace it if neces sary Retry the above procedure with the cleaned spark plug or a new one 4 If there is still no spark consult yo...

Page 138: ...FI showing signs of trouble in the fuel injec tion system take your machine to an authorized Suzuki dealer Refer to the INSTRUMENT PANEL section for an explanation of the electronic control system in...

Page 139: ...8 1 8 STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING STORAGE PROCEDURE 8 2 PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE 8 3 CORROSION PREVENTION 8 3 MOTORCYCLE CLEANING 8 4 INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING 8 6...

Page 140: ...line fills the fuel injection system ENGINE 1 Pour one tablespoon of motor oil into each spark plug hole Rein stall the spark plugs and crank the engine a few times 2 Drain the engine oil thoroughly a...

Page 141: ...s to come Important Information About Corrosion Common causes of corrosion Accumulation of road salt dirt moisture or chemicals in hard to reach areas Chipping scratches and any damage to treated or p...

Page 142: ...otorcycle cover can help protect the finish from the harmful UV rays in sunlight and can reduce the amount of dust and air pollution reaching the surface Your Suzuki dealer can help you select the rig...

Page 143: ...engine to avoid battery discharge WINDSHIELD CLEANING Clean the windshield with a soft cloth and warm water with a mild deter gent If scratched polish with a com mercially available plastic polish Rep...

Page 144: ...e from surfaces with a matte finish Friction while riding excessive rub bing or polishing of a surface with a matte finish will change its appear ance INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING For extended life of yo...

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Page 146: ...t sump DRIVE TRAIN Clutch Wet multi plate type Transmission 6 speed constant mesh Gearshift pattern 1 down 5 up Primary reduction ratio 1 617 76 47 Gear ratios Low 2 562 41 16 2nd 2 052 39 19 3rd 1 71...

Page 147: ...t 12V 5W Speedometer light LED Tachometer light LED Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level indicator light LED Oil pressure Coolant temper...

Page 148: ...IDLE SPEED INSPECTION 6 24 ENGINE OIL 3 4 6 19 ENGINE STALLING 7 4 F FOOTRESTS AND GEARSHIFT LEVER POSITION CHANGE 2 43 FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL 6 41 FUEL HOSE 6 18 FUEL OCTANE RATING 3 2 FUEL SUPPLY CHECK...

Page 149: ...6 44 RIDING ON HILLS 5 5 RIGHT HANDLEBAR 2 32 S SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS 1 4 SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS 2 36 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 1 6 SIDE STAND 2 38 SIDE STAND IGNITION IN...

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Page 151: ...AL TK L6 Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Top 1st cover 4th cover Pantone 303C CMYK 100 0 0 85 Pantone 485 CMYK 0 100 100 0 Pantone 294 CMYK 100 70 0 0 Black 4 1...

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