Suzuki Intruder VL800, Manual

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CATALYTIC CONVERTER
The purpose of the catalytic con-
verter is to minimize the amount
of harmful pollutants in your
motorcycle’s exhaust. Use of
leaded fuel in motorcycles
equipped with catalytic converters
is prohibited because lead deacti-
vates the pollutant-reducing com-
ponents of the catalyst system.
The converter is designed to last
the life of the motorcycle under
normal usage and when unleaded
fuel is used. Not special mainte-
nance is required on the con-
verter. However, it is very
important to keep the engine
properly tuned. Engine misfiring,
which can result from an improp-
erly tuned engine, may cause
overheating of the catalyst. This
may result in permanent heat
damage to the catalyst and other
motorcycle components.

WARNING
If you park or operate the
motorcycle in areas where
there are combustible materi-
als such as dry grass or leaves,
these materials may come in
contact with the catalytic con-
verter or other hot exhaust
components. This can cause a
fire.
Avoid parking or operating
your vehicle in areas with any
combustible materials.