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GSX1300ROWNER'S MANUAL

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Part No. 99011-24F53-01AAugust, 2001 © ENPrinted in Japan

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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the mo-torcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold orotherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. The manualcontains important safety information and instructions whichshould be read carefully before operating the motorcycle.

IMPORTANT

BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN)INFORMATION FOR YOURMOTORCYCLEThe first 1600 km (1 OOP miles) are themost important in the life of your mo-torcycle. Proper break-in operationduring this time will help ensure maxi-mum life and performance from yournew motorcycle. Suzuki parts aremanufactured of high quality materi-als, and machined parts are finishedto close tolerances. Proper break-inoperation allows the machined sur-faces to polish each other and matesmoothly.

Motorcycle reliability and performancedepend on special care and restraintexercised during the break-in period.It is especially important that you avoidoperating the engine in a mannerwhich could expose the engine partsto excessive heat.

Please refer to the BREAK-IN (RUN-NING-IN) section for specific break-inrecommendations.

WARNING/CAUTION/NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasizespecial information the words WARN-ING, CAUTION and NOTE carry spe-cial meanings and should be carefullyreviewed.

A WARNINGThe personal safety of the rider maybe involved. Disregarding this infor-mation could result in injury to therider.

A CAUTIONThese instructions point out spe-cial service procedures or precau-tions that must be followed to avoiddamaging the machine.

NOTE: This provides special informa-tion to make maintenance easier orimportant instructions clearer.

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FOREWORD

Motorcycling is one of the most exhila-rating sports and to ensure your ridingenjoyment, you should become thor-oughly familiar with the informationpresented in this Owner's Manual be-fore riding the motorcycle.

The proper care and maintenance thatyour motorcycle requires is outlined inthis manual. By following these instruc-tions explicitly you will ensure a longtrouble free operating life for your mo-torcycle. Your authorized Suzuki dealerhas experienced technicians that aretrained to provide your machine withthe best possible service with the righttools and equipment.

All information, illustrations, photo-graphs and specifications containedin this manual are based on the latestproduct information available at thetime of publication. Due to improve-ments or other changes, there may besome discrepancies in this manual.Suzuki reserves the right to makechanges at any time.

Please note that this manual appliesto all specifications or all respectivedestinations and explains all equip-ment. Therefore, your model may havedifferent standard features than shownin this manual.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONSUMERINFORMATION 3LOCATION OF PARTS 8CONTROLS 11

KEY 11IGNITION SWITCH 11INSTRUMENT PANEL 13LEFT HANDLEBAR 18CHOKE LEVER 19RIGHT HANDLEBAR 20FUEL TANK CAP 22GEARSHIFT LEVER 23REAR BRAKE PEDAL 23SEAT LOCK AND HELMETHOLDERS 24SIDE STAND 26SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT 27

FUEL, ENGINE OILAND COOLANTRECOMMENDATION 31BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) 33INSPECTION BEFORERIDING 35RIDING TIPS 37

STARTING THE ENGINE 37STARTING OFF 38USING THE TRANSMISSION 38RIDING ON HILLS 39STOPPING AND PARKING 40

INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE 41

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 41TOOLS 43STEERING DAMPERMAINTENANCE 43FAIRING REMOVAL 44LUBRICATION POINTS 45BATTERY 46AIR CLEANER 47SPARKPLUGS 49FUEL LINE 52ENGINE OIL 53IDLE SPEED 56THROTTLE CABLE PLAY 57CLUTCH 58

COOLANTDRIVE CHAINBRAKESTIRESSIDE STAND/IGNITIONINTERLOCK SWITCHFRONT WHEEL REMOVALREAR WHEEL REMOVALLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT.FUSES

TROUBLESHOOTINGMOTORCYCLE CLEANING...STORAGE PROCEDURESPECIFICATIONS

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CONSUMERINFORMATION

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION ANDPRECAUTION SAFETY TIPSThere are a great variety of accesso-ries available to Suzuki owners. Suzukican not have direct control over thequality or suitability of accessories youmay wish to purchase. The addition ofunsuitable accessories can lead tounsafe operating conditions. It is notpossible for Suzuki to test each acces-sory on the market or combinationsof all the available accessories; how-ever, your dealer can assist you inselecting quality accessories and in-stalling them correctly.

Use extreme caution when selectingand installing the accessories for yourSuzuki. We have developed some gen-eral guidelines which will aid you whendeciding whether, and how to equipyour motorcycle.

A WARNINGImproper accessories or modifica-tions can make your motorcycleunsafe and can lead to an accident.

Never modify the motorcycle withimproper or poorly installed acces-sories. Follow all instructions inthis owner's manual regarding ac-cessories and modifications.Usegenuine SUZUKI accessories orequivalent designed and tested foryour motorcycle. Consult yourSUZUKI dealer if you have anyquestions.

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Never exceed the G.V.W. (GrossVehicle Weight) of this motorcycle.The U.v.w. is tne combined weightof the machine, accessories, pay-load and rider. When selecting youraccessories, keep in mind theweight of the rider as well as theweight of the accessories. The ad-ditionaj weight of the accessoriesmay not only create an unsaferiding condition but may also affectthe riding stability!

G.V.W.:430 kg (938 Ibs)"at the tire pressure (cold)TrrgnF2jgg'Rgf/cm^ (42"psi)Rear: ̂ .goTEgT/cnr (4gj)si)

Anytime that additional weight oraerodynamic affecting accessoriesare installed, they should bemounted as low as possible, asclose to the motorcycle and as nearthe center of gravity as is feasible.The mounting brackets and otherattachment hardware should becarefully checked to ensure that itprovides for a rigid, non-movablemount. Weak mounts can allow theshifting of the weight and create adangerous, unstable condition.

Inspect for proper ground clearanceand bank angle. An improperlymounted load could critically re-duce these two safety factors. Alsodetermine that the "load" does notinterfere with the operation of thesuspension, steering or other con-trol operations.

Accessories fitted to the handle-bars or the front fork area can cre-ate serious stability problems. Thisextra weight will cause the motor-cycle to be less responsive to yoursteering control. The weight mayalso cause oscillations in the frontend and lead to instability problems.Accessories added to the handle-bar or front fork should be as lightas possible and kept to a minimum.

The motorcycle may be affected bya lifting condition or by an instabil-ity in cross winds or when beingpassed or passing large vehicles.Improperly mounted or poorly de-signed accessories can result in anunsafe riding condition, thereforecaution should be used when se-lecting and installing all accesso-ries.

Certain accessories displace therider from his or her normal ridingposition. This limits the freedom ofmovement of the rider and may limithis or her control ability.

Additional electrical accessoriesmay overload the existing electri-cal system. Severe overloads maydamage the wiring harness or cre-ate a dangerous situation due to theloss of electrical power during theoperation of the motorcycle.

When carrying a load on the motor-cycle, mount it as low as possible andas close as possible to the machine.An improperly mounted load can cre-ate a high center of gravity which isvery hazardous and makes the mo-torcycle difficult to handle. The size ofthe "load" can also affect the aerody-namics and handling of the motor-cycle. Balafice the load between theright and left side of the motorcycleand fasten it securely.

A WARNINGDo not carry any objects in thespace behind the fairing. Objectsplaced in this area can interferewith steering and can cause lossof control.

MODIFICATIONModification of the motorcycle, or re-moval of original equipment may ren-der the vehicle unsafe or illegal.

The frame of this motorcycle is madeof an aluminium allov.Therefore, nevermake any modifications such as drill-ing or welding to the frame as it weak-gnsthe jjren_gth_ of the frame signifT-cantly. 'Failure to heed this warningcould result in an unsafe vehicle op-erating condition and subsequent ac-cident. Suzuki will not be res- ponsiblein any way for personal injury or dam-age to the motorcycle caused by framemodifications. Bolt on accessories thatdo not modify the frame in any waymay be installed provided that theGVW is not exceeded. For the GVW,refer to the ACCESSORY INSTALLA-TION AND PRECAUTION SAFETYTIPS section of this owner's manual.

A WARNINGModification to an aluminum alloyframe, such as drilling or welding,weakens the frame. This could re-sult in an unsafe operating condi-tion and may lead to an accident.

Never make any modifications tothe frame.

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SAFE RIDINGRECOMMENDATION FORMOTORCYCLE RIDERSMotorcycle riding is great fun and anexciting sport. Motorcycle riding alsorequires that some extra precautionsbe taken to ensure the safety of therider and passenger. These precau-tions are:

WEAR A HELMETMotorcycle safety equipment startswith a quality helmet. One of the mostserious injuries that can happen is ahead injury. ALWAYS wear a properlyapproved helmet. You should alsowear suitable eye protection.

RIDING APPARELLoose, fancy clothing can be uncom-fortable and unsafe when riding yourmotorcycle. Choose good quality mo-torcycle riding apparel when ridingyour motorcycle.

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDINGReview thoroughly the instructions inthe "INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING"section of this manual. Do not forgetto perform an entire safety inspectionto ensure the safety of the rider andits passenger.

FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITHTHE MOTORCYCLEYour riding skill and your mechanicalknowledge form the foundation for saferiding practices. We suggest that youpractice riding your motorcycle in anon-traffic situation until you are thor-oughly familiar with your machine andits controls. Remember practicemakes perfect.

KNOW YOUR LIMITSRide within the boundaries of your ownskill at all times. Knowing these limitsand staying within them will help youto avoid accidents.

BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUSON BAD WEATHER DAYSRiding on bad weather days, espe-cially wet ones, requires extra caution.Braking distances double on a rainyday. Stay off the painted surfacemarks, manhole covers and greasyappearing areas as they can be es-pecially slippery. Use extreme cautionat railway crossings and on metal grat-ings and bridges. Whenever in doubtabout road condition, slow down!

RIDE DEFENSIVELYThe most common type of motorcycleaccident occurs when a car travelingtowards a motorcycle turns round cor-ner in front of the motorcyclist. Ridedefensively. Wise motorcyclist uses astrategy of assuming they are invis-ible to other drivers, even in broaddaylight. Wear bright, reflecting cloth-ing. Turn on the headlight and taillightevery time even on a bright, sunny dayto attract driver's attention. Do not ridein another driver's blind spot.

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

The frame and/or engine serial num-bers are used to register the motor-cycle. They are also used to assistyour dealer when ordering parts orreferring to special service informa-tion. The frame number ® is stampedon the steering head tube. The engineserial number (D is stamped on thecrankcase assembly.

Please write down the numbers in thebox provided below for your future ref-erence.

Frame number:

Engine number:

LOCATION OF PARTS

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® Clutch lever@ Left handlebar switches© Choke lever® Clutch fluid reservoir® Tachometer® Ignition switch® Speedometer® Front brake fluid reservoir© Right handlebar switches® Throttle grip® Front brake lever® Fuel tank cap

)Fuses) Front suspension spring pre-load and rebound damping force adjuster) Air cleaner) Engine coolant reservoir) Rear suspension compression damping force adjuster) Battery) Main fuse) Helmet holders) Tools) Seat lock) Front suspension compression damping force adjuster) Side stand) Gearshift lever) Rear suspension rebound damping force adjuster) Footrests) Passenger footrests

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CONTROLS

KEY

This motorcycle comes equipped witha main ignition key and a spare one.Keep the spare key in a safe place.

The key number is stamped on a plateprovided with the keys. This numberis used when making replacementkeys. Please write your key number inthe box provided for your future refer-ence.

I> Rear brake fluid reservoirJ> Throttle stop screwD Spark plugsD Rear brake light switchD Rear brake pedal) Engine oil filler cap) Engine oil inspection window) Engine oil drain plug) Engine oil filter

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IGNITION SWITCH

The ignition switch has four positions:

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"OFF" POSITIONAll electrical circuits are cut off. Theengine will not start. The key can beremoved.

"ON" POSITION(Except for Canada and Australia)The ignition circuit is completed andthe engine can now be started. Thekey cannot be removed from the igni-tion switch in this position.

"ON" POSITION(For Canada and Australia)The ignition circuit is completed andthe engine can now be started. Theheadlight and taillight will automati-cally be turned on when the key is inthis position. The key cannot be re-moved from the ignition switch in thisposition.

NOTE (For Canada and Australia):Start the engine prompty after turningthe key to the "ON" position, or thebattery will lose power due to con-sumption by the headlight and taillight.

"LOCK" POSITIONTo lock the steering, turn the handle-bar all the way to the left. Push downand turn the key to the "LOCK" posi-tion and remove the key. All electricalcircuits are cut off.

"P" (Parking) POSITION(Except for Australia)When parking the motorcycle, lock thesteering and turn the key to the "P"position.The key can now be removedand the 'position light and taillight willremain lit and the steering will belocked. This position is for night timeroadside parking to increase visibility.

* Canadian model does not haveposition light.

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A WARNINGTurning the ignition switch to the"P" (PARKING) or "LOCK" positionwhile the motorcycle is moving canbe hazardous. Moving the motor-cycle while the steering is lockedcan be hazardous. You could loseyour balance and fall, or you coulddrop the motorcycle.

Stop the motorcycle and place it onthe side stand if equipped beforelocking the steering. Never attemptto move the motorcycle when thesteering is locked.

NOTE: The key hole can be coveredby turning the lid for anti-theft purpose.

Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" po-sition and change the lid hole positionwhen leaving your motorcycle.

Align the lid hole position to the keyhole position when inserting the key.

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Fl, Coolant temprature, Low fuel andOil pressure indicator lights, LCD'sand meter needles work as follows toconfirm their function when the igni-tion switch is turned to the "ON" posi-tion.

• Fl, Coolant temprature, Low fueland Oil pressure indicator lightscome on for 2 seconds.

• All LCD segments display for 2 sec-onds.

• All meter needles move to the fullscale and return to the home posi-tion.

FUEL METER ®The fuel meter indicates amount ofgasoline remaining in the fuel tank.The "E" mark indicates the fuel tank isempty or nearly so. The "F" mark indi-cates the fuel tank is full.

LOW FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT ®The low fuel indicator light comes onwhen the fuel in the fuel tank dropsbelow 3.5 liters (3.7/3.1 US/Imp, qt).The indicator light comes on when theignition switch is turned on and goesoff when the fuel tank has enough fuel.

NOTE: Add fuel to the fuel tank at thefirst opportunity to avoid running outof fuel when the low fuel indicator lightcomes on.

LEFT TURN SIGNAL INDICATORLIGHT (DWhen the left turn signals are oper-ated, the indicator light will flash at thesame time.

NOTE: If the turn signal light is notoperating properly due to bulb filamentor circuit failure, the indicator light flick-ers more quickly to notify the rider ofthe existence of trouble.

TACHOMETER ®The tachometer indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minutes(r/min).

OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT©The oil pressure indicator light comeson when the engine oil pressure isbelow the normal operating range.Theindicator light comes on when the ig-nition switch is turned on and the en-gine is not running. As soon as theengine starts, the indicator light shouldgo off.

A CAUTIONRiding the motorcycle with the oilpressure indicator light lit can dam-age the engine and transmission.

Whenever the oil pressure indica-tor lights up, indicating low oil pres-sure, stop the engine immediately.Check the oil level and determineif the proper amount of oil is in the

| engine. If the light still does not goout, have your authorized SUZUKIdealer or qualified mechanictroubleshoot your motorcycle.

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CLOCK/FUEL INJECTION SYSTEMINDICATOR (DThe indicator displays clock undernormal condition. The indicatorswitches from the clock to the fuel in-jection system indicator if the fuel in-jection system has any failure.

Clock modeThe clock indicates 12-hour mode.Follow the procedure below to adjustthe clock.

1. Push the button® until the displayblinks.

2. Pushing the button will advanceone minute at a time. Repeat push-ing the button until the displayreaches desired time.

3. Keeping the button pushed in willadvance ten minutes at a time.Keep the button pushed until thedisplay reaches desired time. Fine-tune the time by pushing the but-ton repeatedly.

4. Wait 5 seconds and push the but-ton to resume to time display.

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The fuel injection system indicator in-dicates "Fl" or "CHEC" if the fuel in-jection system has any trouble. The Flindicator light (D will also come on ifthe fuel injection system has failure.

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If the fuel injection system indica-tor displays "Fl" and Fl indicatorlight blinks, the engine will not startdue to a serious fuel injection sys-tem failure. If the system has seri-ous failure while riding, the enginemay stop.When the fuel injection system in-dicator displays "Fl" and clock al-ternately and Fl indicator lightcomes on, the engine can bestarted and a will keep running withlimited engine performance. Thisshows that the fuel injection sys-

tem has minor failure. Bring yourmotorcycle to an anthorized Suzukidealer or qualified mechanic to in-spect the motorcycle. Continuousoperation in this condition may se-riously damage the motorcycle.

3. When the fuel injection system in-dicator indicates "CHEC," the en-gine will not start. Make sure thatthe engine stop switch is turned onand the transmission is in neutralposition with the side stand fully up.If the indicator still indicates"CHEC," inspect the ignition fusenext.

SPEEDOMETER ®The speedometer indicates the roadspeed in kilometers per hour and milesper hour.

RIGHT TURN SIGNAL INDICATORLIGHT ©When the right turn signals are oper-ated, the indicator light will flash at thesame time.

NOTE: If the turn signal light is not op-erating properly due to bulb filamentor circuit failure, the indicator light flick-ers more quickly to notify the rider ofthe existence of trouble.

COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER®The coolant temperature meter indi-cates coolant temperature. When thecoolant temperature gets too muchhigh, the coolant temperature indi-cator light ® comes on.

A CAUTIONRunning the engine with high en-gine coolant temperature cancause serious engine damage. Ifthe engine coolant temperature in-dicator light comes on, stop theengine to let it cool.

Do not run the engine run until thecoolant temperature indicator goesoff.

NOTE: The needle points "H" when theengine stop switch is turned to the"OFF" position with the ignition switchin "ON" position.

NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT ®The indicator light will come on whenthe transmission is in neutral. The lightgoes off when you shift into any gearother than neutral.

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ODOMETER/TRIP METER/FUEL CONSUMPTION METER ®The meter has three functions, odom-eter, trip meter and fuel consumptionmeter. The meter displays all seg-ments for two seconds when the igni-tion switch is turned to the "ON" posi-tion to confirm meter function.

The meter shows "— " whenthe odometer or trip meter malfunc-tions.

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Push the button ® to change themeter display. The meter displaychanges from the odometer to trip 1,trip 1 fuel consumption, trip 2, trip 2fuel consumption and then return tothe odometer.

OdometerThe odometer registers the total dis-tance that the motorcycle has beenridden. The odometer ranges from 0to 999999 miles.

Trip meterThe trip meter is a resettable odom-eter. It can be used for indicating thedistance traveled on short trips or be-tween fuel stops.The trip meter rangesfrom 0.0 to 999.9.

To reset the trip meter to zero, pushthe button ® for 2 seconds.

NOTE: When the trip meter exceeds999.9, the trip meter will return to 0.0and count again.

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The fuel consumption meter displaysfuel consumption ratio of trip 1 and trip2. The fuel consumption meter rangesfrom 0.1 to 50.0 km/I. The meter locksat 50.0. The fuel consumption meterindicates "—.-" when the trip meterindicates 0.0. Push the button ® for3 seconds to change "km/I" mode to"1/100 km" mode. Trip 1 fuel consump-tion mode change does not affect tip2 fuel consumption mode.

Fuel consumption meter (For U.K.)The fuel consumption meter displaysfuel consumption ratio of trip 1 and trip2. The fuel consumption meter rangesfrom 0.1 to 50.0 mile/I.The meter locksat 50.0. The fuel consumption meterindicates "—.-" when the trip meterindicates 0.0.

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT ®The indicator light will come on whenthe headlight high beam is turned on.

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LEFT HANDLEBAR

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CLUTCH LEVER ®The clutch lever is used for disengag-ing the drive to the rear wheel whenstarting the engine or shifting thetransmission gear. Squeezing the le-ver disengages the clutch.

Clutch Lever Adjustment

The distance between the grip and theclutch lever is adjustable among fourpositions.To change the position, pushthe clutch lever forward and turn theadjuster to the desired position. Whenchanging the clutch lever position, al-ways be sure the adjuster stops in theproper position; a projection of theclutch lever holder should fit into thedepression of the adjuster. This mo-torcycle is delivered from the factorywith its adjuster set on position 2.

A WARNINGAdjusting the clutch lever positionwhile riding can be hazardous. Re-moving a hand from the handlebarscan reduce your ability to controlthe motorcycle.

Always keep both hands on thehandlebars while riding.

HEADLIGHT FLASHER SWITCH @(Except for Canada)Press the switch to light the headlight.

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DIMMER SWITCH ®"K>" positionThe headlight low beam and taillightturn on.

"ID" positionThe headlight high beam and taillightturn on. The high beam indicator lightalso turns on.

TURN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH ®Moving the switch to the "<=^" positionwill flash the left turn signals. Movingthe switch to the "c=>" position will flashthe right turn signals. The indicatorlight will also flash intermittently. Tocancel turn signal operation, push theswitch in.

A WARNINGFailure to use the turn signals, andfailure to turn off the turn signalscan be hazardous. Other driversmay misjudge your course and thismay result in an accident.

Always use the turn signals whenyou intend to change lanes or makea turn. Be sure to turn off the turnsignals after completing the turn orlane change.

HORN SWITCH ">tr" ©Press the switch to sound the horn.

CHOKE LEVER

This motorcycle has a choke systemto provide easy starting when the en-gine is cold. When starting the coldengine, turn the choke lever all the waytoward you. The choke system opensthe throttle valve slightly to raise idlingspeed.

When the engine is warm, you do notneed to use the choke system for start-ing.

NOTE: Refer to the RIDING TIPS sec-tion of this manual for the engine start-ing procedure.

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ENGINE STOP SWITCH (j)"IPf." positionThe ignition circuit is off. The enginecannot start or run.

"O" positionThe ignition circuit is on and the en-gine can run.

LIGHT SWITCH @(Except for Canada and Australia)"-*&" positionThe headlight and taillight turn on.

"-;oo;-" positionThe position light and taillight turn on.

" •" positionThe headlight and taillight turn off.

ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON "®"®This button is used for operating thestarter motor. With the ignition switchin the "ON" position, the engine stopswitch in "O" and the transmission inneutral, push the electric starter but-ton to operate the starter motor andstart the engine.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith interlock switches for the ignitioncircuit and the starter circuit. The en-gine can only be started if:• The transmission is in neutral and

the clutch is disengaged, or• The transmission is in gear, the side

stand is fully up and the clutch isdisengaged.

Front Brake Lever Adjustment

A CAUTIONTo prevent electrical system dam-age, do not operate the starter mo-tor more than five seconds at atime.

If the engine does not start afterseveral attempts, check the fuelsupply and ignition system. Referto ̂ TROUBLESHOOTING sectionin this manual.

FRONT BRAKE LEVER ®The front brake is applied by squeez-ing the brake lever gently toward thethrottle grip. This motorcycle isequipped with a disk brake system andexcessive pressure is not required toslow the machine down properly. Thebrake light will be lit when the lever issqueezed inward.

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The distance between the throttle gripand the front brake lever is adjustableamong six positions. To change theposition, push the brake lever forwardand turn the adjuster to the desiredposition. When changing the brakelever position, always be sure the ad-juster stops in the proper position; aprojection of the brake lever holdershould fit into the depression of theadjuster. This motorcycle is deliveredfrom the factory with its adjuster seton position 4.

A WARNINGAdjusting the front brake lever po-sition while riding can be hazard-ous. Removing a hand from thehandlebars can reduce your abilityto control the motorcycle.

Always keep both hands on thehandlebars while riding.

THROTTLE GRIP ®Engine speed is controlled by the po-sition of the throttle grip.Twist it towardyou to increase engine speed. Turn itaway from you to decrease the enginespeed.

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FUEL TANK CAP

To open the fuel tank cap, insert theignition key into the lock and turn itclockwise. With the key inserted, lift upwith the key and open the fuel tankcap. To close the fuel tank cap, pushthe cap down firmly with the key in thecap lock.

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A WARNINGOverfilling the fuel tank can causethe fuel to overflow when it ex-pands due to heat from the engineor the sun. Spilled fuel can catchon fire.

Never fill the fuel above the bottomof the filler neck.

A WARNINGFuel and fuel vapor are highly flam-mable and toxic.You can be burnedor poisoned when refueling.

• Stop the engine and keep flames,sparks and heat sources away.

• Refuel only outdoors or in a wellventilated area.

• Do not smoke.• Wipe up spills immediately.• Avoid breathing fuel vapor.• Keep children and pets away.

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GEARSHIFT LEVER

This motorcycle has a 6-speed trans-mission which operates as shown. Toshift properly, pull the clutch lever andclose the throttle at the same time youoperate the gearshift lever. Lift thegearshift lever to upshift and depressthe lever to downshift. Neutral is lo-cated between low and 2nd gear.When neutral is desired, depress orlift the lever halfway between low and2nd gear.

NOTE: When the transmission is inneutral the green indicator light on theinstrument panel will be lit. However,even though the light is illuminated,cautiously release the clutch leverslowly to determine whether the trans-mission is positively in neutral.

Reduce the motorcycle speed beforedown-shifting. When down-shifting,the engine speed should be increasedbefore the clutch is engaged. This willprevent unnecessary wear on thedrive train components and the reartire.

REAR BRAKE PEDAL

Depressing the rear brake pedal willapply the rear disk brake. The brakelight will be illuminated when the rearbrake is operated.

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SEAT LOCK AND HELMETHOLDERS

Front SeatTo remove the front seat.

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1. Remove the bolts © (right and left).2. Raise the front end of the seat and

slide it forward.

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To reinstall the seat, slide the seathooks into the seat hook retainers onthe frame and tighten the bolts se-curely.

A WARNINGFailure to install the seat properlycould allow the seat to move andcause loss of rider control.

Fasten the seat securely in itsproper position.

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The seat lock is located at the left sideof the seat tail cover. To remove therear seat, insert the ignition key intothe lock and turn it clockwise.

Raise the rear end of the seat andslide it backward.

To reinstall the seat, slide the seathooks into the seat hook retainers andpush down firmly until the seat snapsinto the locked position.

A WARNINGFailure to install the seat properlycould allow the seat to move andcause loss of rider control.

Latch the seat securely in its properposition.

Helmet Holders

There are helmet holders under therear seat. To use them, remove theseat, hook your helmet to the helmetholder and refit the seat.

A WARNINGRiding with a helmet fastened to thehelmet holder can interfere withrider control.

Never carry a helmet fastened tothe helmet holder. Fix the helmetsecurely atop the seat if you mustcarry it.

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SIDE STAND

An interlock switch is provided to cutoff the ignition circuit when the sidestand is down and the transmission isin any gear other than neutral.

The side stand/ignition interlock switchworks as follows:• If the side stand is down and the

transmission is in gear, the enginecan not be started.

• If the engine is running and thetransmission is shifted into gearwith the side stand down, the en-gine will stop running.

• If the engine is running and the sidestand is put down with the trans-mission in gear, the engine will stoprunning.

A WARNINGRiding with the side stand incom-pletely retracted can result in anaccident when you turn left.

• Check operation of the si'destand/ignition interlock systembefore riding.

• Always retract the side standcompletely before starting off.

A CAUTIONPark the motorcycle on firm, levelground to help prevent it from fall-ing over.

If you must park on an incline, aimthe front of the motorcycle uphilland put the transmission into 1stgear to reduce the possibility ofrolling off the side stand.

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe standard settings of both front andrear suspensions are selected to meetvarious riding conditions such as lowto high motorcycle speed and light toheavy load on the motorcycle. Thesuspension settings can be adjustedfor your preference and fine-tuning.

FRONT SUSPENSIONSpring Pre-load Adjustment

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To change the spring pre-load, turn theadjuster ® clockwise or counterclock-wise. Turning the adjuster clockwisewill increase the spring pre-load.Turn-ing the adjuster counterclockwise willdecrease the spring pre-load. Thereare eight grooved lines on the side ofthe adjuster ® for reference. Position8 provides the minimum spring pre-load and position 0 provides the maxi-mum pre-load. This motorcycle is de-livered from the factory with its ad-juster set on position 5.

Position 0

Position 5

Position 8

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Damping Force Adjustment

The rebound and compression damp-ing force can be individually adjustedby turning the respective adjusters.The rebound damping force adjuster@ is located at the top of the front fork.The compression damping force ad-juster (3) is located at the bottom ofthe front fork.

To adjust the damping force, set theadjuster to the standard setting firstand then adjust the adjuster to thedesired position.

To set the rebound and compressiondamping force, turn the adjuster clock-wise until it stops and then turn it coun-terclockwise. As you turn the adjuster,you will notice clicks. Count the num-ber of clicks from fully turned-in posi-tion. The standard rebound dampingforce setting is 3 clicks. The standardcompression damping force setting is9 clicks.

Turn the adjuster clockwise from thestandard position to stiffen the damp-ing force. Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to soften the damping force.The damping force should be adjustedgradually, 1 click at a time, to fine-tunethe suspension.

A WARNINGUnequal suspension adjustmentcan cause poor handling and lossof stability.

Adjust the right and left front forksto the same settings.

REAR SUSPENSIONSpring Pre-load Adjustment

The adjustment can be performed bychanging the adjuster ring position.However, Suzuki recommends thatthis adjustment be done by your au-thorized Suzuki dealer, since a spe-cial tool is needed for this job.

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Damping Force Adjustment

The rebound and compression damp-ing force can be individually adjustedby turning the respective adjusters.The rebound damping force adjuster® and compression damping forceadjuster @ are located at the left sideof the rear suspension damper unit.

To adjust the damping force, set theadjuster to the standard setting firstand then adjust the adjuster to thedesired position.

To set the rebound damping force ad-juster to the standard position;1. Turn the adjuster clockwise until it

stops.2. Turn the adjuster counterclockwise

about 11 clicks. Fine-tune the ad-juster by turning it slightly until twopunch marks align.

To set the compression damping forceadjuster to the standard position;1. Turn the adjuster clockwise until it

stops.2. Turn the adjuster counterclockwise

about 8 clicks. Fine-tune the ad-juster by turning it slightly until twopunch marks align.

Turn the adjuster clockwise from thestandard position to stiffen the damp-ing force. Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to soften the damping force.The damping force should be adjustedgradually, 1 click at a time, to fine-tunethe suspension.

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SUSPENSION SETTINGThe suspension can be adjusted fordifferent riding conditions and riderpreferences. The following chartshows basic recommended settingsfor the front and rear suspension units.

NOTE: Measure the spring pre-loadadjuster length to adjust the springpre-load accurately.

Solo riding

Softer

Standard

Stiffer

Two-up riding

Front

Springpre-load

5

5

6

5

Damping force

Rebound

4

3

3

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Compression

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9

9

9

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Damping force

Rebound

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FUEL, ENGINE OILAND COOLANTRECOMMENDATION

FUELUse unleaded gasoline with an octanerating of 91 or higher (Researchmethod). Unleaded gasoline can ex-tend spark plug life and exhaust com-ponents life.

(For Canada)Your motorcycle requires regular un-leaded gasoline with a minimum pumpoctane rating of 87 ((R+M)/2 method).In some areas.the only fuels that areavailable are oxygenated fuels. Oxy-genated fuels which meet the mini-mum octane requirement and the re-quirements described below may beused in your motorcycle without jeop-ardizing the New Vehicle Limited War-ranty or the Emission Control SystemWarranty.

NOTE: Oxygenated fuels are fuelswhich contain oxygencarrying addi-tives such as MTBE or alcohol.

Gasoline Containing MTBEUnleaded gasoline containing MTBE(Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may beused in your motorcycle if the MTBEcontent is not greater than 15%. Thisoxygenated fuel does not contain al-cohol.

Gasoline/Ethanol BlendsBlends of unleaded gasoline and etha-nol (grain alcohol), also known asGASOHOL, may be used in your mo-torcycle if the ethanol content is notgreater than 10%.

Gasoline/Methanol BlendsFuel containing 5% or less methanol(wood alcohol) may be suitable for usein your motorcycle if they contain co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors.

DO NOT USE fuels containing morethan 5% methanol under any circum-stances. Fuel system damage or mo-torcycle performance problems result-ing from the use of such fuels are notthe responsibility of Suzuki and maynot be covered under the New VehicleLimited Warranty or the Emission Con-trol System Warranty.

NOTE:• To help clean the air, Suzuki rec-

ommends that you use the oxygen-ated fuels.

• Be sure that any oxygenated fuelyou use has octane ratings of atleast 87 pump octane ((R+M)/2method).

• If you are not satisfied with thedriveablity of your motorcycle whenyou are using an oxygenated fuel,or if engine pinging is experienced,substitute another brand as thereare differences between brands.

A CAUTIONSpilled gasoline containing alcoholcan harm your motorcycle. Alcoholcan damage painted surfaces.

Be careful not to spill any fuel whenfilling the fuel tank. Wipe spilledgasoline up immediately.

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COOLANTUse an anti-freeze compatible withaluminium radiator mixed with distilledwater only at the ratio of 50:50.

A WARNINGEngine coolant is harmful if swal-lowed or if it comes in contact withyour skin or eyes.

Keep engine coolant away fromchildren and pets. Call your physi-cian immediately if engine coolantis swallowed, and induce vomiting.Flush eyes or skin with water if en-gine coolant gets in eyes or comesin contact with skin.

A CAUTIONSpilled engine coolant can damagepainted surfaces.

Do not spill any fluid when fillingthe radiator. Wipe spilled enginecoolant up immediately.

Water for mixingUse distilled water only. Water otherthan distilled water can corrode andclog the aluminium radiator.

Anti-freezeThe coolant performs as rust inhibitorand water pump lubricant as well asanti-freeze. Therefore the coolantshould be used at all times eventhough the atmospheric temperaturein your area does not go down to freez-ing point.

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Required amount of water/coolantSolution capacity (total): 2950 ml(6.2/5.2 US/Imp, pt)

50%

Water

Coolant

1475 ml(3.1/2.6 US/Imp, pt)

1475 ml(3.1/2.6 US/Imp, pt)

NOTE: This 50% mixture will protectthe cooling system from freezing attemperatures above -31 °C. If the mo-torcycle is to be exposed to tempera-ture below -31 °C, this mixing ratioshould be increased up to 55%(-40°C) or 60% (-55°C). The mixingratio should not exceed 60%.

BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN)

Previous sections explains how impor-tant proper break-in is to achievingmaximum life and performance fromyour new Suzuki. The following guide-lines explain proper break-in proce-dures.

MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEEDRECOMMENDATIONThis table shows the maximum rec-ommended engine speed during thebreak-in period.

Initial

Up to

Over

800 km(500 miles)

1600 km(1000 miles)

1 600 km(1000 miles)

Below5500 rpm

Below8000 rpm

Below11000 rpm

VARY THE ENGINE SPEEDThe engine speed should be variedand not held at a constant speed. Thisallows the parts to be "loaded" withpressure, and then unloaded, allow-ing the parts to cool. This aids themating process of the parts. It is es-sential that some stress be placed onthe engine components during break-in to ensure this mating process. Donot, though, apply excessive load onthe engine.

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BREAKING IN THE NEW TIRESNew tires need proper break-in to as-sure maximum performance, just asthe engine does. Break-in the treadsurface by gradually increasing yourcornering lean angles over the first160 km (100 miles) before attemptingmaximum performance. Avoid hard ac-celeration, hard cornering, and hardbraking for the first 160 km (100 miles).

A WARNINGFailure to perform break-in of thetires could cause tire slip and lossof control.

Use extra care when riding on newtires. Perform proper break-in of thetires as described in this sectionand avoid hard acceleration, hardcornering, and hard braking for thefirst 160 km (100 miles).

AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEEDOperating the engine at constant lowspeed (light load) can cause parts toglaze and not seat in. Allow the en-gine to accelerate freely through thegears, without exceeding the recom-mended maximum limits. Do not, how-ever, use full throttle for the first 1600km (1000 miles).

ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TOCIRCULATE BEFORE RIDINGAllow sufficient idling time after warmor cold engine start up before apply-ing load or revving the engine. Thisallows time for the lubricating oil toreach all critical engine components.

OBSERVE YOUR FIRST ANDMOST CRITICAL SERVICEThe initial service (1000 km mainte-nance) is the most important serviceyour motorcycle will receive. Duringbreak-in operation, all of the enginecomponents will have mated togetherand seated. Maintenance required aspart of the initial service includes cor-rection of all adjustments, tighteningof all fasteners and replacement ofdirty oil. Timely performance of thisservice will help make sure you getthe best service life and performancefrom the engine.

NOTE: The 1000 km (600 miles) ser-vice should be performed as outlinedin the INSPECTION AND MAINTE-NANCE section of this Owner'sManual. Pay particular attention to theCAUTION and WARNING in that sec-tion.

INSPECTION BEFORERIDING

A WARNINGFailure to inspect and maintainyour motorcycle properly increasesthe chance.of an accident or equip-ment damage.

Always perform a pre-ride inspec-tion before each ride. Refer to thetable below for check items. Forfurther details, refer to the INSPEC-TION AND MAINTENANCE section.

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A WARNINGUsing worn, improperly inflated, orincorrect tires will reduce stabilityand can cause an accident.

Follow all instructions in theTIRESsection in this owner's manual.

Before riding the motorcycle, be sureto check the following items. Neverunderestimate the importance of thesechecks. Perform all of them beforeriding the motorcycle.

A WARNINGChecking maintenance items whenthe engine is running can be haz-ardous. You could be severely in-jured if your hands or clothing getcaught in moving parts.

Shut the engine off when perform-ing maintenance checks, exceptwhen checking the engine stopswitch and throttle.

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WHAT TOCHECK

Steering

Throttle

Clutch

Brakes

Suspension

Fuel

Drive chain

Tires

Engine oil

Coolingsystem

Lighting

CHECK FOR:

• Smoothness• No restriction of

movement• No play or looseness

• Correct play in the throttlecable

• Smooth operation andpositive return of thethrottle grip to the closedposition

• Fluid level in the reservoirto be above "LOWER" line

• Correct lever play• No fluid leakage• Smooth and progressive

action

• Fluid level in the reservoirto be above "LOWER" line

• Correct pedal and leverplay

• No "sponginess"• No fluid leakage• Brake pads not to be worn

down to the limit line

Smooth movement

Enough fuel for the planneddistance of operation

• Correct tension or slack• Adequate lubrication• No excessive wear or

damage

• Correct pressure• Adequate tread depth• No cracks or cuts

Correct level

• Proper coolant lever• No coolant leakage

Operation of all lights andindicators

Horn

Engine stopswitch

Side stand/Ignitioninterlockswitch

Correct function

Correct function

Proper operation

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RIDING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINEBefore attempting to start the engine,make sure:• The transmission is in neutral.• The engine stop switch is in the "O"

position.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith interlock switches for the ignitioncircuit and the starter circuit.The engine can only be started if:• The transmission is in neutral and

the clutch is disengaged, or• The transmission is in gear, the side

stand is fully up and the clutch isdisengaged.

When the Engine is Cold:1. Turn the choke lever all the way to-

ward you.2. Close the throttle completely and

push the electric starter button.3. Immediately after the engine starts,

keep the engine speed at 2000 -2500 r/min by varying the chokelever position.

4. Move the choke lever to the "OFF"position approximately 30 secondsafter engine starts. It may be nec-essary to use the choke longer than30 seconds in extremely coldweather.

When the Cold Engine is Hard toStart:1. Turn the choke lever all the way to-

wards you.2. Open the throttle approximately

1/8 turn and push the electricstarter button.

3. Immediately after the engine starts,keep the engine speed at 2000 -2500 r/min by varying the chokelever position.

4. Move the choke lever to the "OFF"position approximately 30 secondsafter engine starts. It may be nec-essary to use the choke longer than30 seconds in extremely coldweather.

When the Engine is Warm:Use of the choke should not be nec-essary. Close the throttle completelyand push the electric starter button.

When the Warm Engine is Hard toStart:Use of the choke should not be nec-essary. Open the throttle slightly andpush the electric starter button.

A WARNINGRunning the engine indoors or in agarage can be hazardous. Exhaustgas contains carbon monoxide, agas that is colorless and odorlessand can cause death or severe in-jury.

Only run the engine outdoorswhere there is fresh air.

A CAUTIONRunning the engine too long with-out riding may cause the engine tooverheat. Overheating can result indamage to internal engine compo-nents and discoloration of exhaustpipes.

Shut the engine off if you cannotbegin your ride promptly.

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A WARNINGRiding this motorcycle at excessivespeed increases your chances oflosing control of the motorcycle.This may result in an accident.

Always ride within the limits of yourskills, your motorcycle, and theriding conditions.

A WARNINGRemoving your hands from thehandlebars or feet from the foot-rests during operation can be haz-ardous. If you remove even onehand or foot from the motorcycle,you can reduce your ability to con-trol the motorcycle.

Always keep both hands on thehandlebars and both feet on thefootrests of your motorcycle duringoperation.

A WARNINGSudden side winds, which can oc-cur when being passed by largervehicles, at tunnel exits or in hillyareas, can upset your control.

Reduce your speed and be alert toside winds.

After moving the side stand to the fullyup position, pull the clutch lever in andpause momentarily. Engage first gearby depressing the gear shift leverdownward. Twist the throttle grip to-ward you and at the same time releasethe clutch lever gently and smoothly.As the clutch engages, the motorcyclewill start moving forward. To shift to thenext higher gear, accelerate gently,then close the throttle and pull theclutch lever in simultaneously. Lift thegear shift lever upward to select thenext gear, release the clutch lever andopen the throttle again. Select thegears in this manner until top gear isreached.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith a side stand/ignition interlockswitch. If you shift the transmission intogear when the side stand is down, theengine will stop running.

USING THE TRANSMISSIONThe transmission is provided to keepthe engine operating smoothly in itsnormal operating speed range. Thegear ratios have been carefully cho-sen to meet the characteristics of theengine. The rider should always se-lect the most suitable gear for the pre-vailing conditions. Never slip the clutchto control road speed, but rather down-shift to allow the engine to run withinits normal operational range.

The table below shows the approxi-mate speed range for each gear (forCanada).

Shifting up schedule

Gear position

1st-> 2nd

2nd -> 3rd

3rd -> 4th

4th -» 5th

5th -> 6th

km/h

20

30

40

50

60

miles/h

12

19

25

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Shifting down schedule

Gear position

6th -> 5th

5th -» 4th

4th -» 3rd

km/h

50

40

30

miles/h

31

25

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Disengage the clutch when the mo-torcycle speed drops below 20 km/h(12 miles/h).

A WARNINGDownshifting when engine speedis too high can;• cause the rear wheel to skid and

lose traction due to increasedengine braking, resulting in anaccident; or

• force the engine to overrev in thelower gear, resulting in enginedamage.

Reduce speed before downshifting.

A WARNINGDownshifting while the motorcycleis leaned over in a corner maycause rear wheel skid and loss ofcontrol.

Reduce your speed and downshiftbefore entering the corner.

A CAUTIONRevving the engine into the redzone can cause severe enginedamage.

Never allow the engine to rev intothe red zone in any gear.

RIDING ON HILLS• When climbing steep hills, the mo-

torcycle may begin to slow downand show lack of power. At this pointyou should shift to a lower gear sothat the engine will again be oper-ating in its normal power range.Shift rapidly to prevent the motor-cycle from losing momentum.

• When descending a long, steepslope, use engine compression toassist the brakes by shifting to alower gear. Continuous brake ap-plication can overheat the brakesand reduce their effectiveness.

• Be careful, however, not to allow theengine to over rev.

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STOPPING AND PARKING1. Twist the throttle grip away from

yourself to close the throttle com-pletely.

2. Apply the front and rear brakesevenly and at the same time.

3. Downshift through the gears asroad speed decreases.

4. Select neutral with the clutch leversqueezed toward the grip (disen-gaged position) just before themotorcycle stoos. Neutral positioncan be confirmed by observing theneutral indicator light.

A WARNINGInexperienced riders tend tounderutilize the front brake. Thiscan cause excessive stopping dis-tance and lead to a collision. Us-ing only the front or rear brake cancause skidding and loss of control.

Apply both brakes evenly and at thesame time.

A WARNINGHard braking while turning maycause wheel skid and loss of con-trol.

Brake before you begin to turn.

A WARNINGHard braking on wet, looser-rough,or other slippery surfaces cancause wheel skid and loss of con-trol.

Brake lightly and with care on slip-pery or irregular surfaces.

A WARNINGFollowing another vehicle tooclosely can lead to a collision. Asvehicle speeds increase, stoppingdistance increases progressively.

Be sure you have a safe stoppingdistance between you and the ve-hicle in front of you.

5. Park the motorcycle on a firm, flatsurface where it will not fall over.

A WARNINGA hot muffler can burn you. Themuffler will be hot enough to burnyou for some time after stoppingthe engine.

Park the motorcycle where pedes-trians or children are not likely totouch the muffler.

NOTE: If the motorcycle is to beparked on the side stand on a slightslope, the front end of the motorcycleshould face "up" the incline to avoidrolling forward off the side stand. Youmay leave the motorcycle in 1st gearto help prevent it from rolling off theside stand. Return to neutral beforestarting engine.

6. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF"position.

7. Turn the handlebars all the way tothe left and lock the steering forsecurity.

8. Remove the ignition key.

INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe chart indicates the intervals be-tween periodic services in miles, kilo-meters and months. At the end of eachinterval, be sure to inspect, check, lu-bricate and service as instructed. Ifyour motprcycle is used under highstress conditions such as continuousfull throttle operation, or is operatedin a dusty climate, certain servicesshould be performed more often toensure reliability of the machine asexplained in the maintenance section.Your Suzuki dealer can provide youwith further guidelines. Steering com-ponents, suspensions and wheel com-ponents are key items and require veryspecial and careful servicing. Formaximum safety we suggest that youhave these items inspected and ser-viced by your authorized Suzuki dealeror a qualified service mechanic.

A WARNINGImproper maintenance or failure toperform recommended mainte-nance increases the chance of anaccident or motorcycle damage.

Always follow the inspection andmaintenance recommendationsand schedules in this owner'smanual. Ask your SUZUKI dealer orqualified mechanic to do the main-tenance items marked with an as-terisk (*).You may perform the un-marked maintenance items by re-ferring to the instructions in thissection, if you have mechanicalexperience. If you are not sure howto do any of the jobs, have yourSUZUKI dealer or qualified me-chanic do them.

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A WARNINGRunning the engine indoors or in agarage can be hazardous. Exhaustgas contains carbon monoxide, agas that is colorless and odorlessand can cause death or severe in-jury.

Only run the engine outdoorswhere there is fresh air.

NOTE: The MAINTENANCE CHARTspecified the minimum requirementsfor maintenance. If you use your mo-torcycle under severe conditions, per-form maintenance more often thanshown in the chart. If you have anyquestions regarding maintenance in-tervals, consult your SUZUKI dealeror qualified mechanic.

A CAUTIONUsing poor quality replacementparts can cause your motorcycle towear more quickly and may shortenits useful life.

Use only genuine Suzuki replace-ment parts or their equivalent.

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MAINTENANCE CHARTInterval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, which-ever comes first.

TOOLS

^_^ Interval km

^~~~~~^^^ miles

Element """"~^^_^ months

Air cleaner element

* Exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts

' Tappet clearance

Spark plugs

Fuel line

Engine oil

Engine oil filter

Idle speed

Throttle cable play

* Throttle valve synchronization

" Engine coolant

Radiator hose

Clutch hose

Clutch fluid

Drive chain

" Brakes

Brake hose

Brake fluid

Tires

* Steering

* Front forks

* Rear suspension

* Chassis bolts and nuts

1000

600

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4000

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7500

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11000

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NOTE: 1= Inspect and clean, adjust, replace or lubricate as necessary,R= Replace, T= Tighten

To assist you in the performance ofperiodic maintenance, a tool kit is sup-plied and located under the rear seat.

STEERING DAMPERMAINTENANCE1. Keep the steering damper shaft

clean at all times.2. Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth

NOTE: Do not confuse the grease-likeresidue on the steering damper's shaftwith an oil leak. Collection of this resi-due is normal and is from oil seal lu-bricant used in the damper.

You may also notice a sound as thedamper shaft is stroked in and out.This "escaping air" type sound is nor-mal and is made as the internal valvingdamps the shaft movement.

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1r FAIRING REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

2. Remove the screws © (right andleft) and fasteners (2) (right and left).Unhook the hooks (3) (right andleft).

3. Remove the screws (right and left).

4. Remove the fasteners (right andleft).

5. Remove the fairing @.

InstallationReinstall the fairing in the reverse or-der of their removal.• Fairing parts must be reinstalled

securely. After reinstallation, checkthat they are snug and properlypositioned.

LUBRICATION POINTSProper lubrication is important forsmooth operation and long life of eachworking part of your motorcycle andalso for safe riding. It is a good prac-tice to lubricate the motorcycle after along rough ride and after getting it wetit in the rain or after washing it. Majorlubrication points are indicated below.

B .... Motor oils .... Grease

® ... Clutch lever holder(2) ... Side stand pivot and spring

hook(3) ... Footrest pivot@ ... Drive chain© ... Throttle cables© ... Brake lever holder® ... Brake pedal pivot and footrest

pivot

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The standard charging rate is 1.2A x5 to 10 hours and maximum rate is5.0A x 1 hour. Never exceed maximumcharging rate.

A WARNINGHydrogen gas produced by batter-ies can explode if exposed toflames or sparks.

Keep flames and sparks away fromthe battery. Never smoke whenworking near the battery.

A CAUTIONExceeding the maximum chargingrate for the battery can shorten itslife.

Never exceed the maximum charg-ing rate.

A CAUTIONReversing the battery lead wirescan damage the charging systemand the battery.

The red lead must go to the posi-tive (+) terminal and the black (orblack with white tracer) lead mustgo to the negative (-) terminal.

AIR CLEANERThe air cleaner is located under thefuel tank. If the element has becomeclogged with dust, intake resistancewill increase with a resultant decreasein power output and an increase in fuelconsumption. If driving under dustyconditions, the air cleaner elementmust be cleaned or replaced more fre-quently than maintenance schedule.Check and clean the air cleaner ele-ment periodically according to the fol-lowing procedure.

A WARNINGOperating the engine without theair cleaner element in place couldallow a flame to spit back from theengine to the air cleaner, or couldallow dirt to enter the engine.Thiscould cause a fire or severe enginedamage.

Never run the engine without theair cleaner element properly in-stalled.

A CAUTIONClean or replace the air cleaner el-ement frequently if the motorcycleis used in dusty, wet or muddy con-ditions.The air cleaner element willclog under these conditions, andthis may cause engine damage,poor performance, and poor fueleconomy.

Clean the air cleaner case and ele-ment immediately if water gets inthe air cleaner box.

Place the motorcycle on the sidestand.Remove the front seat by referringto the SEAT LOCK AND HELMETHOLDERS section.

3. Remove the fuel tank fitting bolts

4. Remove the prop stay @.

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Lift the front end of the fuel tank andprop it up as shown above. Insertthe crank end of the prop stand intothe hole of the steering shaft.

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6. Remove the five screws (3).7. Remove the cover (4).

8. Carefully use an air hose to blowthe dust from the air cleaner ele-ment.

NOTE: Always apply air pressure onthe throttle body side of the air cleanerelement only. If air pressure is appliedon the air cleaner cover side, dirt willbe forced into the pores of the cleanerelement restricting the air flow throughthe cleaner element.

9. Reinstall the cleaned element ornew air cleaner element in reverseorder of removal. Be absolutelysure that the element is securely.inposition and is sealing properly.

A CAUTIONA torn air cleaner element will al-low dirt to enter the engine and candamage the engine.

Carefully examine the air cleanerelement for tears during cleaning.Replace it with a new one if it istorn.

Air Cleaner Drain Plug

A CAUTIONFailure to position the air cleanerelement properly can allow dirt tobypass the air cleaner element.Thiswill cause engine damage.

Be sure to properly install the aircleaner element.

Remove the plug and drain water and.oil at the periodic maintenance inter-val. The air cleaner drain plug is lo-cated beneath the air cleaner box.

SPARK PLUGS

REMOVALTo remove the spark plugs, follow theprocedure below:

1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to theAIR CLEANER section.

2. Remove the bolt @.

3. Loosen the screws @ (right andleft) and (3). Disconnect the tubes© and ©.

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4. Lift the air cleaner box and discon-nect the tube ® and coupler ®.

5. Remove the air cleaner box.

6. Release the connector locks anddisconnect the connectors ® fromthe spark plug caps.

INSPECTION

7. Extract the spark plug cap.

A CAUTIONImproper removal of spark plug capcan damage the ignition coil in thespark plug cap.

Extract the spark plug cap withyour hand. Do not use pliers.

Remove the spark plug with thespark plug wrench provided in thetool kit.

A CAUTIONDirt can damage your engine if itenters an open spark plug hole.

Cover the spark plug hole when-ever the spark plug is removed.

0.7-0.8 mm(0.028 - 0.031 in)

Remove the carbon deposits periodi-cally from the spark plug with a pieceof hard wire or pin. Readjust the sparkplug gap to 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 -0.031 in) by using a spark plug gapthickness gauge. The spark plugshould be replaced every 12000 km(7500 miles).

Whenever removing the carbon de-posits, be sure to observe the opera-tional color of each spark plug's por-celain tip. This color tells you whetheror not the standard spark plug is suit-able for your type of usage. A normaloperating spark plug should be verylight brown in color. If the spark plugis very white or glazed appearing, ithas been operating much too hot. Thisspark plug should be replaced with thecolder plug.

Plug Replacement Guide

A CAUTIONAn improper spark plug may havean incorrect fit or heat range foryour engine.This may cause severeengine damage which will not becovered under warranty.

Use one of the spark plugs listedbelow or equivalent. Consult yourSuzuki dealer or qualified me-chanic if you are not sure whichspark plug is correct for type ofusage.

NGK

CR8E

CR9E

CR10E

DENSO

U24ESR-N

U27ESR-N

U31ESR-N

REMARKS

If the standardplug is apt toget wet, replacewith this plug.

Standard

If the standardplug is apt tooverheat, replacewith this plug.

NOTE: This motorcycle uses resistor-type spark plug to avoid jamming elec-tronic parts. Improper spark plug se-lection may cause electronic interfer-ence with your motorcycle ignition sys-tem, resulting in motorcycle perfor-mance problems. Use recommendedspark plugs.

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A CAUTIONA crossthreaded or overtightenedspark plug will damage the alumi-num threads of the cylinder head.

Carefully turn the spark plug by handinto the threads until it is finger tight. Ifthe spark plug is new, tighten it with awrench about 112 turn past finger tight.If you are reusing the old spark plug,tighten it with a wrench about 1/8 turnpast finger tight.

A CAUTIONImproper installation of spark plugcap can damage the ignition coil inthe spark plug cap.

Install the spark plug caps withyour hand. Never hit the spark plugcaps with a tool.

Reinstall the air cleaner box and fueltank in the reverse order of removal.

FUEL LINE

Inspect the fuel line for damage andfuel leakage. If any defects are found,the fuel line must be replaced.

ENGINE OILLong engine life depends much on theselection of a quality oil and the peri-odic changing of the oil. Daily oil levelchecks and periodic changes are twoof the most important maintenanceitems to be performed.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECKFollow the procedure below to inspectthe engine oil level.1. Start the engine and run it for a few

minutes.2. Stop the engine and wait for three

minutes.

3. Hold the motorcycle vertically andinspect the engine oil level throughthe engine oil level inspection win-dow on the right side of the engine.

A CAUTIONThe engine oil level must be be-tween the "L" (Low) line and "F"(Full) line, or engine damage mayoccur.

Check the oil level, through the in-spection window, with the motor-cycle held vertically on levelground before each use of the mo-torcycle.

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGEChange the engine oil and oil filter atthe initial 1000 km (600 miles) and ateach maintenance interval. The oilshould be changed when the engineis warm so that the oil will drain thor-oughly from the engine.The procedureis as follows:1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.2. Remove the fairing by referring to

the FAIRING REMOVAL section.

3. Remove the oil filler cap (T).

4. Place a drain pan under the drainplug ®.

5. Remove the drain plug with awrench and drain out the engine oil.

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A WARNINGEngine oil and exhaust pipes canbe hot enough to burn you.

Wait until the oil drain plug and ex-haust pipes are cool enough totouch with bare hands before drain-ing oil.

A WARNINGNew and used oil and solvent canbe hazardous. Children and petsmay be harmed by swallowing newor used oil or solvent. Continuouscontact with used engine oil hasbeen found to cause skin cancer inlaboratory animals. Brief contactwith used oil or solvent may irritateskin.

• Keep new and used oil and sol-vent away from children andpets.

• Wear a long-sleeve shirt and wa-terproof gloves.

• Wash with soap if oil or solventcontacts your skin.

NOTE: Recycle or properly dispose ofused oil and solvent.

6. Reinstall the drain plug and gasket.Tighten the plug securely'with awrench.

Available from Suzuki dealerOil filter wrench (Part No. 09915-40610)

Turn the oil filter © counterclock-wise and remove it with a Suzuki"cap type" oil filter wrench or a"strap type" filter wrench of propersize.

8. Wipe off the mounting surface ®on the engine where the new filterwill be seated with a clean rag.

9. Smear a little engine oil around therubber gasket (D of the new oil fil-ter.

10-Screw the new filter by hand untilthe filter gasket contacts the mount-ing surface (a small resistance willbe felt).

A CAUTIONUsing an oil filter with the wrongdesign or thread specifications cancause oil leaks or engine damage.

Use a genuine SUZUKI oil filter oran equivalent designed for yourmotorcycle.

NOTE: To tighten the oil filter properly,it is important to accurately identify theposition at which the filter gasket firstcontacts the mounting surface.

Mark top dead center

Oil filter wrench

In the position atwhich the filtergasket first contacts^the mountingsurface.

Tighten the filter2 turns.

11. Mark the top dead center positionon the "cap type" filter wrench oron the oil filter. Use an oil filterwrench to tighten the filter 2 turns.

12. Pour 3300 ml (3.5/2.9 US/Imp, qt)of new engine oil through the fillerhole and install the filler cap. Besure to always use the specifiedengine oil described in the FUELAND ENGINE OIL section.

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NOTE: About 3100 ml (3.3/2.7 US/Imp. qt) of oil will be required whenchanging oil only.

A CAUTIONEngine damage may occur if youuse oil that does not meet Suzuki'sspecifications.

Use the oil specified in the FUEL,ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT REC-OMMENDATION section.

13. With the engine running, look care-fully for leaks at the oil filter anddrain plug. Run the engine at vari-ous speeds for 2 to 3 minutes.

14. Stop the engine and wait for threeminutes. Check the oil level again.Engine oil level can be inspectedthrough the inspection windowwhile holding the motorcycle ver-tically. If the oil level is lower thanthe "F" line, add new oil until itreaches the "F" line. Check forleaks again.

NOTE: If you do not have a proper oilfilter wrench, have your Suzuki dealerperform this service.

IDLE SPEED THROTTLE CABLE PLAY

Adjust the engine idle speed periodi-cally on the engine at normal operat-ing temperature.

To adjust the idle speed:1. Start up the engine and let the en-

gine run until it warms up fully.2. After engine warms up, turn the

throttle stop screw knob ® in or outso that engine may run at 1050 -1250 r/min.

NOTE: The idle speed should be ad-justed with the engine fully warmed up.

2.0-4.0 mm(0.08-0.16 in)

This motorcycle has a twin throttlecable system. Cable ® is for pullingcable and cable ® is for returning.

To adjust the cable play:1. Loosen the lock nut ®.2. Turn in the adjuster (D fully.3. Loosen the lock nut ®.4. Turn the adjuster ® so that the

throttle grip has 2.0 - 4.0 mm (0.08-0.16 in) play.

5. Tighten the lock nut (3).6. While holding the throttle grip at the

closed position, turn out the ad-juster @ to feel resistance.

7. Tighten the lock nut ®.

A WARNINGInadequate throttle cable play cancause engine speed to rise sud-denly when you turn the handle-bars. This can lead to loss of ridercontrol.

Adjust the throttle cable play sothat engine idle speed does not risedue to handlebars movement.

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The clutch release mechanism of thismotorcycle is operated by hydraulicpressure. There is no adjustmentneeded on the clutch release systembecause the system is self-adjusting.However, inspect the following eachtime before driving to make sure thatthe system is in good condition andfunctioning properly.

• Fluid level in the reservoir to beabove "LOWER" line.

• No fluid leakage.• Smooth and sure action of clutch

lever.

A WARNINGBrake fluid can be hazardous tohumans and pets. Brake fluid isharmful or fatal if swallowed, andharmful if it comes in contact withskin or eyes.

Keep brake fluid away from chil-dren and pets. Call your doctor im-mediately if brake fluid is swal-lowed, and induce vomiting. Flusheyes or skin with water if brake fluidgets in eyes or comes in contactwith skin.

A WARNINGFailure to keep the clutch fluid res-ervoir full with the proper brakefluid can be hazardous.The clutchmay not work correctly without theproper amount and type of brakefluid.This could lead to an accident.

Inspect the clutch fluid level beforeeach use. Use only DOT4 brakefluid from a sealed container. Neveruse or mix different types of brakefluid. If there is frequent loss offluid, take your motorcycle to aSuzuki dealer or qualified me-chanic for inspection.

COOLANTCOOLANT LEVEL

A CAUTIONSpilled brake fluid can damagepainted surfaces and plastic parts.

Avoid spilling any fluid when fillingthe reservoir. Wipe up spills imme-diately.

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The coolant should be kept betweenthe "F" (FULL) and "L" (LOW) level linesin the reservoir tank at all times. In-spect the level every time before ridingwith the motorcycle held vertically. Ifthe coolant is found lower than the "L"level line, add properly mixed coolantin the following way:

1. Remove the fastener ® and screw@. Unhook the hook (3).

2. While pulling the fairing, remove thefiller cap and add properly mixedcoolant through the filler hole untilit reaches the "F" line. Refer to theFUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOL-ANT RECOMMENDATION section.

A WARNINGEngine coolant is harmful if swal-lowed or if it comes in contact withyour skin or eyes.

Keep engine coolant away fromchildren and pets. Call your physi-cian immediately if engine coolantis swallowed, and induce vomiting.Flush eyes or skin with water if en-gine coolant gets in eyes or comesin contact with skin.

NOTE: Adding only water will dilute theengine coolant and reduce its effec-tiveness. Add 50:50 mixture of enginecoolant and water.

CHANGING THE COOLANTChange the coolant every two years.

NOTE: About 2300 ml (4.8/4.0 US/Imp,pt) of coolant will required when fillingthe radiator and reservoir tank.

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DRIVE CHAINThis motorcycle has a master link typedrive chain. We recommend that youtake your motorcycle to an authorizedSuzuki dealer or qualified mechanic ifthe drive chain needs replacing.

The condition and adjustment of thedrive chain should be checked eachday before you ride. Always follow theguide lines for inspecting and servic-ing the chain.

A WARNINGRiding with the chain in poor con-dition or improperly adjusted canlead to an accident.

Inspect, adjust, and maintain thechain properly before each ride,according to this section.

Inspecting the Drive ChainWhen inspecting the chain, look for thefollowing:• Loose pins• Damaged rollers• Dry or rusted links• Kinked or binding links• Excessive wear• Improper chain adjustment

If you find anything wrong with thedrive chain condition or adjustment,correct the problem if you know how.If necessary, consult your authorizedSuzuki dealer or qualified mechanic.

Damage to the drive chain means thatthe sprockets may also be damaged.Inspect the sprockets for the follow-ing:• Excessively worn teeth• Broken or damaged teeth• Loose sprocket mounting nuts

If you find any of these problems withyour sprocket, consult your-Suzukidealer or qualified mechanic.

Good Worn

NOTE: The two sprockets should beinspected for wear when a new chainis installed and replace them if nec-essary.

DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING ANDOILINGThis drive chain has special "0" ringsthat permanently seal grease inside.Clean and oil the chain periodically,as follows:1. Clean the chain with kerosene. If

the chain tends to rust, the intervalmust be shortened. Kerosene is apetroleum product and will providesome lubrication as well as clean-ing action.

A WARNINGKerosene can be hazardous. Kero-sene is flammable. Children or petsmay be harmed from contact withkerosene.

Keep flames and smoking materi-als away from kerosene. Keep chil-dren and pets away from kerosene.If swallowed, do not induce vomit-ing. Call a physician immediately.Dispose of used kerosene properly.

A CAUTIONCleaning the chain with gasoline orcommercial cleaning solvents candamage 0-rings and ruin the chain.

Clean the drive chain with keroseneonly.

2. After thoroughly washing the chainand allowing it to dry, oil the linkswith SUZUKI chain lube or anequivalent.

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A CAUTIONSome drive chain lubricants con-tain solvents and additives whichcould damage the 0-rings in yourchain.

Use Suzuki chain lube or an equiva-lent that is specifically intended foruse with 0-ring chains.

DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENTAdjust the drive chain slack to theproper specification. The chain mayrequire more frequent adjustmentsthan periodic maintenance scheduledepending upon your riding condi-tions.

A WARNINGToo much chain slack can causethe chain to come off the sprock-ets, resulting in an accident or se-rious damage to the motorcycle.

Inspect and adjust the drive chainslack before each use.

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To adjust the drive chain, follow theprocedure below:1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

Except for Canada

For Canada

2. (Only for Canada) Remove the cot-ter pin ®.

3. Loosen the axle nut (2).4. Loosen the lock nut (3) (right and

left).

A WARNINGA hot muffler can burn you. Themuffler will be hot enough to burnyou for some time after stoppingthe engine.

Wait until the muffler cools to avoidburns.

20-30 mm(0.8-1.2 in)

5. Adjust the drive chain slack by turn-ing the right and left chain adjusterbolts ®. At the same time that thechain is being adjusted, the rearsprocket must be kept in perfectalignment with the front sprocket.To assist you in performing this pro-cedure, there are reference marks© on the swing arm and each chainadjuster which are to be alignedwith each other and to be used asa reference from one side to theother.

6. Tighten the lock nut ® (right andleft).

7. Tighten the axle nut @ securely.8. (Only for Canada) Replace the cot-

ter pin with a new one.9. Recheck the chain slack after tight-

ening and readjust if necessary.

Rear axle nut tightening torque:100 N-m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 Ib-ft)

BRAKESThis motorcycle utilizes front and reardisk brakes. Proper operation of brakesystems are vital to safe riding. Besure to perform the brake inspectionrequirements as scheduled.

BRAKE SYSTEM

A WARNINGFailure to inspect and properlymaintain the brakes increases yourchance of having an accident.

Inspect the brake system beforeeach use according to the INSPEC-TION BEFORE RIDING section. Fol-low the MAINTENANCE SCHED-ULE section to maintain your brakesystem.

Inspect your brake system for the fol-lowing items daily:• Inspect the fluid level in the reser-

voirs.• Inspect the front and rear brake

system for signs of fluid leakage.• Inspect the brake hose for leakage

or a cracked appearance.• The brake lever and pedal should

have the proper stroke and be firmat all times.

• Check the wear of the disk brakepads.

BRAKE FLUID

A WARNINGBrake fluid can be hazardous tohumans and pets. Brake fluid isharmful or fatal if swallowed, andharmful if it comes in contact withskin or eyes.

Keep brake fluid away from chil-dren and pets. Call your doctor im-mediately if brake fluid is swal-lowed, and induce vomiting. Flusheyes or skin with water if brake fluidgets in eyes or comes in contactwith skin.

LOWER

Check the brake fluid level in both frontand rear brake fluid reservoirs. Inspectfor brake pad wear and leaks.

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A WARNINGFailure to keep the brake fluid res-ervoir full with proper brake fluidcan be hazardous, The brakes maynot work correctly without theproper amount and type of brakefluid.This could lead to an accident.

Inspect the brake fluid level beforeeach use. Use only DOT4 brakefluid from a sealed container. Neveruse or mix different types of brakefluid. If there is frequent loss offluid, take your motorcycle to aSUZUKI dealer or qualified me-chanic for inspection.

A CAUTIONSpilled brake fluid can damagepainted surfaces and plastic parts.

Avoid spilling any fluid when fillingthe reservoir. Wipe up spills imme-diately.

BRAKE PAD

FRONT

NOTE: Remove the plastic cover® toinspect the rear brake pads. Use amirror to inspect them.

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REAR

Inspect the front and rear brake padsby noting whether or not the frictionpads are worn down to the groovedlimit line @. If a pad is worn to thegrooved limit line it must be replacedwith a new one by your authorizedSuzuki dealer or qualified servicemechanic.

A WARNINGRiding with worn brake pads willreduce braking performance andwill increase your chance of hav-ing an accident.

Inspect brake pad wear before eachuse. Ask your SUZUKI dealer orqualified mechanic to replace brakepads if any pad is worn to the limit.

A WARNINGFailure to extend brake pads afterrepair or replacement can causepoor braking performance and mayresult in an accident.

Before riding, "pump" the brake re-peatedly until brake pads arepressed against the brake disksand proper lever/pedal stroke andfirm feel are restored.

NOTE: Do not squeeze/depress thebrake lever/pedal when the pads arenot in their positions. It is difficult topush the pistons back and brake fluidleakage may result.

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REAR BRAKE PEDALADJUSTMENTThe rear brake pedal position must beproperly adjusted at all times or thedisk brake pads will bear against thedisk causing damage to the pads andto the disk surface. Adjust the brakepedal position in the following manner:

Loosen lock nut ®, and rotate pushrod (D to locate the pedal 55 - 65mm (2.2 - 2.6 in) below the top faceof the footrest.Retighten lock nut ® to securepush rod (2) in the proper position.

A CAUTIONAn incorrectly adjusted brake pedalmay force brake pads to rub againstthe disk at all times, causing dam-age to the pads and disk.

Follow the steps in this section toadjust the brake pedal properly.

REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH TIRES

To adjust the brake light switch, raiseor lower the switch so that the brakelight will come on just before a pres-sure rise is felt when the brake pedalis depressed.

A WARNINGFailure to follow these warningsmay result in an accident due to tirefailure.The tires on your motorcycleform the crucial link between yourmotorcycle and the road.

Follow these instructions;• Check tire condition and pres-

sure, and adjust pressure beforeeach ride.

• Avoid overloading your motor-cycle.

• Replace a tire when worn to thespecified limit, or if you find dam-age such as cuts or cracks.

• Always use the size and type oftires specified in this owner'smanual.

• Balance the wheel after tire in-stallation.

• Read this section of owner'smanual carefully.

A WARNINGFailure to perform break-in of thetires could cause tire slip and lossof control.

Use extra care when riding on newtires. Perform proper break-in of thetires referring to the BREAK-IN sec-tion and avoid hard acceleration,hard cornering, and hard brakingfor the first 160 km (100 miles).

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TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADINGProper tire pressure and proper tireloading are important factors. Over-loading your tires can lead to tire fail-ure and loss of vehicle control.

Check tire pressure each day beforeyou ride, and be sure the pressure iscorrect for the vehicle load accordingto the table below. Tire pressureshould only be checked and adjustedbefore riding, since riding will heat upthe tires and lead to higher inflationpressure readings.

Under-inflated tires make smooth cor-nering difficult, and can result in rapidtire wear. Over-inflated tires have asmaller amount of tire in contact withthe road, which can contribute to skid-ding and loss of control.

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

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FRONT

REAR

SOLO RIDING

290 kPa2.90 kgf/cm2

42 psi

290 kPa2.90 kgf/cm2

42 psi

TWO-UPRIDING

290 kPa2.90 kgf/cm2

42 psi

290 kPa2.90 kgf/cm2

42 psi

NOTE: When you detect drops in tirepressure, check the tire for nails orother punctures, or a damaged wheelrim. Tubeless tires sometimes losepressure gradually when punctured.

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TIRE CONDITION AND TYPEProper tire condition and proper tiretype affect vehicle performance. Cutsor cracks in the tires can lead to tirefailure and loss of vehicle control.Worn tires are susceptible to puncturefailures and subsequent loss of vehiclecontrol. Tire wear also affects the tireprofile, changing vehicle handlingcharacteristics.

Check tire conditions each day beforeyou ride. Replace tires if tires showvisual evidence of damage, such ascracks or cuts, or if tread depth is lessthan 1.6 mm (0.06 in) front, 2.0 mm(0.08 in) rear.

NOTE: The "Triangle" mark indicatesthe place where the wear bars aremolded into the tire. When the wearbars contact the road, it indicates thatthe tire wear limit has been reached.

When you replace a tire, be sure toreplace it with a tire of the size andtype listed below. If you use a differ-ent size or type of tire, vehicle han-dling may be adversely affected, pos-sibly reuslting in loss of vehicle con-trol.

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TYPE

FRONT

120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)

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NOTE: Motorcycle tires have two typeof indication such as 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) and 120/70 ZR17 (58W). M/C stands for motorcycle and there isno difference in the tires specificationand performance apart from the tireindication between tires with and with-out M/C type indication.

Be sure to balance the wheel afterrepairing a puncture or replacing thetire. Proper wheel balance is impor-tant to avoid variable wheel-to-roadcontact, and to avoid uneven tire wear.

A WARNINGFailure to follow these instructionsabout tubeless tires may result inan accident due to tire failure.Tube-less tires require different serviceprocedures than tube tires.

• Tubeless tires require an air-tightseal between the tire bead andwheel rim. Special tire irons andrim protectors or a specializedtire mounting machine must beused for removing and installingtires to prevent tire or rim dam-age which could result in an airleak.

• Repair puncture in tubeless tiresby removing the tire and apply-ing an internal patch.

• Do not use an external repairplug to repair a puncture sincethe plug may work loose as a re-sult of the cornering forces ex-perienced in a motorcycle tire.

« After repairing a tire, do not ex-ceed 80 km/h (50 mph) for thefirst 24 hours, 130 km/h (80 mph)thereafter.This is to avoid exces-sive heat build-up which couldresult in a tire repair failure andtire deflation.

• Replace the tire if it is puncturedin the sidewall area, or if a punc-ture in the tread area is largerthan 6 mm (3/16in). These punc-tures cannot be repaired ad-equately.

NOTE: The wheel has arrow marksshowing the rotating direction. Thearrow marks on the tire and on thewheel should be in the same direction.

A WARNINGAn improperly repaired, installed,or balanced tire can cause loss ofcontrol or shorten tire life.

• Ask your SUZUKI dealer or quali-fied mechanic to perform tire re-pair, replacement, and balancingbecause proper tools and expe-rience are required.

• Install tires according to the ro-tation direction shown by arrowson the sidewall of each tire.

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SIDE STAND/IGNITIONINTERLOCK SWITCH

Check the side stand/ignition interlockswitch for proper operation as follows:1. Sit on the motorcycle in the normal

riding position, with the side standup.

2. Shift into first gear, hold the clutchin, and start the engine.

3. While continuing to hold the clutchin, move the side stand to the downposition.

If the engine stops running when theside stand is moved to the down posi-tion, then the side stand/ignition inter-lock switch is working properly. If theengine continues to run with the sidestand down arid the transmission ingear, then the side stand/ignition in-terlock switch is not working properly.Have your motorcycle inspected by anauthorized Suzuki dealer or a quali-fied service mechanic.

A WARNINGIf the side stand/ignition interlocksystem is not working properly, itis possible to ride the motorcyclewith the side stand in the downposition. This may interfere withrider control during a left turn.

Check the side stand/ignition inter-lock system for proper operationbefore riding. Check that the sidestand is returned to its full up po-sition before starting off.

FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.2. Remove the fairing by referring to

the FAIRING REMOVAL section.

3. Remove both brake calipers fromthe front forks by removing twomounting bolts ® on each calipers.

NOTE: Never squeeze the front brakelever with the caliper removed. It isvery difficult to force the pads back intothe caliper assembly and brake fluidleakage may result.

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NOTE: Never loosen the axle holderbolts on the left front fork.

Loosen the axle shaft © tempo-rarily.Place an accessory service standor equivalent under the swing armto help stabilize the rear end.Carefully position a jack under theexhaust pipe and raise until thefront wheel is slightly off the ground.

A CAUTIONImproper jacking may cause dam-age to the fairing or oil filter.

Do not apply the jack head to thefairing lower part or the oil filterwhen jacking up the motorcycle.

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9. Slide the front wheel forward.

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10. To reinstall the wheel assembly,reverse the sequence as de-scribed.

11. After installing the wheel, apply thebrake several times to restore theproper lever stroke.

A WARNINGFailure to extend brake pads afterinstalling the wheel can cause poorbraking performance and may re-sult in an accident.

Before riding, "pump" the brake re-peatedly until brake pads arepressed against the brake disksand proper lever/pedal stroke andfirm feel are restored. Also checkthat the wheel rotates freely.

A WARNINGInstalling the front wheel in the re-verse direction can be hazardous.The tire for this motorcycle is di-rectional.Therefore, the motorcyclemay have unusal handling if thewheel is installed incorrectly.

Install the front wheel in a speci-fied direction, as indicated by thearrow on the sidewall of the tire.

A WARNINGFailure to torque bolts and nutsproperly could lead to an accident.

Torque bolts and nuts to the properspecifications. If you are not sureof the proper procedure, have yourauthorized SUZUKI dealer or quali-fied mechanic do this.

Front axle tightening torque:100 N-m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 Ib-ft)

Front axle holder bolt tighteningtorque:23 N-m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 Ib-ft)

Front brake caliper mounting bolttightening torque:39 N-m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.0 Ib-ft)

REAR WHEEL REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

2. Remove the three screws ® andchain case.

Except for Canada

For Canada

3. (Only for Canada) Remove the cot-ter pin @.

4. Remove the axle nut (3).

A WARNINGA hot muffler can burn you. Themuffler will be hot enough to burnyou for some time after stoppingthe engine.

Wait until the muffler cools to avoidburns.

5. Place an accessory service standor equivalent under the swing armto lift the rear wheel slightly off theground.

6. Loosen the lock nut ® (right andleft). Turn the chain adjusting nuts© clockwise (right and left).

7. Draw out the axle shaft.

8. With the wheel moved forward, re-move the chain from the sprocket.

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9. Pull the rear wheel assembly rear-ward.

NOTE: Never depress the rear brakepedal with the rear wheel removed. Itis very difficult to force the pads backinto the caliper assembly.

10. To replace the wheel reverse thecomplete sequence listed.

11. (Only for Canada) Replace thecotter pin with a new one.

12. After installing the wheel, apply thebrake several times and thencheck that the wheel rotates freely.

A WARNINGFailure to adjust the drive chain andfailure to torque bolts and nutsproperly could lead to an accident.

• Adjust the drive chain as de-scribed in DRIVE CHAIN AD-JUSTMENT section after install-ing the rear wheel.

• Torque bolts and nuts to theproper specifications. If you arenot sure of the proper procedure,have your authorized SUZUKIdealer or qualified mechanic dothis.

Rear axle nut tightening torque:100 N-m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 Ib-ft)

A WARNINGFailure to extend brake pads afterinstalling the wheel can cause poorbraking performance and may re-sult in an accident.

Before riding, "pump" the brake re-peatedly until brake pads arepressed against the brake disksand proper lever/pedal stroke andfirm feel are restored. Also checkthat the wheel rotates freely.

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENTThe wattage rating of each bulb isshown on the table below. When re-placing a burned out bulb, always usethe exact same wattage rating. Usingother than the specified rating can re-sult in overloading the electrical sys-tem or premature failure of a bulb.

A CAUTIONUsing a light bulb with the wrongwattage rating can cause electricalsystem damage or shorten bulblife.

Always use the specified light bulb.

Headlight

Position light

Turn signal light

Brake light/Taillight

License plate light

12V65W(HB3)... High beam

12V55W(H7)... Low beam

12V5W*

12V 21W

12V 21/5W x 2

12V 5W

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HEADLIGHTTo replace the headlight bulb, performthe following step:

Remove the cover ® by removing thefasteners @ (right and left).

High beam

1. Turn the socket © counterclock-wise and remove it.

2. Disconnect the coupler.

Low beam

1. Disconnect the socket ® from theheadlight and remove the rubbercap®.

2. Unhook the bulb holder spring (3)and pull out the bulb @.

A CAUTIONOil from your skin may damage theheadlight bulb or shorten its life.

Grasp the new bulb with a cleancloth.

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HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENTThe headlight beam can be adjustedboth horizontally and vertically if nec-essary.

To adjust the beam horizontally:Turn the adjuster ® clockwise or coun-terclockwise.

To adjust the beam vertically:Turn the adjuster @ clockwise or coun-terclockwise.

NOTE: To adjust the headlight beam,adjust the beam horizontally first, thenadjust vertically.

FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHTTo replace the turn signal light bulb,follow these directions.

REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHTTo replace the turn signal light bulb,follow these directions.

1. Remove screw and take off thelens.

1. Turn the socket counterclockwiseand remove it.

2. Turn the socket counterclockwiseand remove it.

2. Push in on the bulb, turn it to theleft, and pull it out.

3. Push in on the bulb, twisting it tothe left, and pull it out.

A CAUTIONOvertightening the screws maycause the lens to crack.

Tighten the screws only until theyare snug.

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BRAKE LIGHT/TAILLIGHTTo change the brake light/taillight bulb,perform the following steps:

1. Remove the lens by removing thescrews ®.

2. Push in the bulb, twist it to the leftand pull it off.

A CAUTIONOvertightening the screws maycause the lens to crack.

Tighten the screws only until theyare snug.

LICENSE PLATE LIGHTTo change the license plate light bulb,perform the following steps:

FUSES

The main fuse is located beside thebattery.To access the fuse, remove the

1. Remove the lens by removing the seat by referring to the SEAT LOCKscrews ®. AND HELMET HOLDERS.

2. Pull off the bulb.

The fuses are located behind the fair-ing cover under the left handlebar.

To access the fuses;

1. Remove the screws ®.

2. Remove the fastener @ and cover

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One 10A and one 15A spare fuses areprovided inside the fuse box.

They are designed to open when anoverload exists in individual electricalsystem circuits. If any electrical sys-tem fails to operate, then the fusesmust be checked.

A CAUTIONInstalling a fuse of incorrect ratingor using aluminum foil or wire in-stead of a fuse may seriously dam-age the electrical system.

Always replace a blown fuse with afuse of the same type and rating. Ifthe new fuse blows in a short time,consult your Suzuki dealer or quali-fied mechanic immediately.

FUSE LIST• 30A MAIN fuse protects all electri-

cal circuits.• 15A HEAD-HI fuse protects the

headlight high beam and highbeam indicator light.

• 15A HEAD-LO fuse protects theheadlight low beam.

• 15A IGNITION fuse protects the ig-nition coil, cooling fan motor andECM.

• 15A SIGNAL fuse protects the neu-tral indicator light, horn, brake light/taillight, 'position light and meterlights.

• 10A FAN fuse protects the positionlight, brake light/taillight and starterrelay.

• 10A FUEL fuse protects the fuelpump, fuel injection system andECM.

• Except for Canada and Australia

TROUBLESHOOTING

This troubleshooting guide is providedto help you find the cause of somecommon complaints.

A CAUTIONFailure to troubleshoot a problemcorrectly can damage your motor-cycle. Improper repairs or adjust-ments may damage the motorcycleinstead of fixing it. Such damagemay not be covered under warranty.

If you are not sure about the properaction, consult your Suzuki dealeror qualified mechanic about theproblem.

If the engine refuses to start, performthe following inspections to determinethe cause.

Fuel Supply CheckIf the fuel injection indicator displays"Fl", showing signs of trouble in thefuel injection system, take your ma-chine to an authorized Suzuki dealer.Refer to the "INSTRUMENT PANEL'section for fuel injection system indi-cator explanation. If the indicator doesnot display "Fl", make sure there isenough fuel in the fuel tank. If the in-dicator does not display "Fl" and thereis enough fuel, ignition system shouldbe checked.

Ignition System Check1. Remove the spark plugs and reat-

tach them to the spark plug caps.

2. While holding the spark plug firmlyagainst the crank case of the en-gine, push the starter switch withthe ignition switch in the "ON" posi-tion, the engine stop switch in the"O" position, the transmission inneutral, and the clutch disengaged.If the ignition system is operatingproperly, a blue spark should jumpacross the spark plug gap.

3. If there is no spark, clean the sparkplug. Replace it if necessary. Retrythe above procedure with thecleaned spark plug or new one.

4. If there is still no spark, consult yourSuzuki dealer for repairs.

A WARNINGPerforming the spark test improp-erly can cause a high voltage elec-trical shock or an explosion.

Avoid performing this check if youare not familiar with this procedure,or if you have a heart condition orwear a pacemaker. Keep the sparkplug away from the spark plug holeduring this test.

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ENGINE STALLING1. Make sure there is enough fuel in

the fuel tank.2. If the fuel injection indicator dis-

plays "Fl", showing signs of troublein the fuel injection system, takeyour machine to an authorizedSuzuki dealer. Refer to the "IN-STRUMENT PANEL' section for fuelinjection system indicator explana-tion.

3. Check the ignition system for inter-mittent spark.

4. Check the idle speed. If necessary,adjust it using a tachometer. Thecorrect idle speed is 1050 - 1250r/min.

MOTORCYCLECLEANING

Washing the MotorcycleWhen washing the motorcycle, followthe instruction below:1. Remove dirt and mud from the

motorcycle with running water. Youmay use a soft sponge or brush. Donot use hard materials which canscratch the paint.

2. Wash the entire motorcycle with amild detergent or car wash soapusing a sponge or soft cloth. Thesponge or cloth should be fre-quently soaked in the soap solution.

A CAUTIONRadiator and oil cooler fins can bedamaged by spraying high pres-sure water on them.

Do not spray high pressure wateron the radiator and oil cooler fins.

NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowingwater to flow over the following places:

Ignition switchSpark plugsFuel tank capFuel injection systemBrake master cylindersAir intake ductClutch master cylinder

3. Once the dirt has been completelyremoved, rinse off the detergentwith running water.

4. After rinsing, wipe off the motor-cycle with a wet chamoise or clothand allow it to dry in the shade.

5. Check carefully for damage topainted surfaces. If there is anydamage, obtain "touch-up" paintand "touch-up" the damage follow-ing the procedure below.a. Clean all damaged spots and

allow them to dry.b. Stir the paint and "touch-up" the

damaged spots lightly with a'small brush.

c. Allow the paint to dry completely.

Windshield CleaningClean the windshield with a soft clothand warm water with a mild detergent.If scratched, polish with a commer-cially available plastic polish. Replacethe windshield if it becomes scratchedor discolored so as to obstruct view.When replacing the windshield, use aSuzuki replacement windshield.

A CAUTIONCleaning with any alkaline orstrong acid cleaner, gasoline, brakefluid, or any other solvent will dam-age the windshield.

Clean only with a soft cloth andwarm water with a mild detergent.

Waxing the MotorcycleAfter washing the motorcycle, waxingand polishing are recommended tofurther protect and beautify the paint.• Only use waxes and polishes of

good quality.• When using waxes and polishes,

observe the precautions specifiedby the manufacturers.

Inspection after CleaningFor extended life of your motorcycle,lubricate according to "LUBRICATIONPOINTS" section.

A WARNINGWet brakes can cause poor brak-ing performance and may lead toan accident.

Avoid a possible accident by ex-pecting longer stopping distancesafter washing your motorcycle.Apply brakes several times to letheat dry the brake pads or shoes.

Follow the procedures in the "INSPEC-TION BEFORE RIDING" section tocheck your motorcycle for any prob-lems that may have arisen during yourlast ride.

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STORAGE PROCEDURE

If the motorcycle is to be left unusedfor extended period of time for winterstorage or any other reason, the ma-chine needs special servicing requir-ing appropriate materials, equipmentand skill. For this reason, Suzuki rec-ommends that you trust this mainte-nance work to your Suzuki dealer. Ifyou need to service the machine forstorage yourself, follow the generalguidelines below.

MOTORCYCLEClean the entire motorcycle. Place themotorcycle on the side stand on a firm,flat surface where it will not fall over.

FUEL1. Fill the fuel tank to the top with fuel

mixed with the amount of gasolinestabilizer recommended by the sta-bilizer manufacturer.

2. Run the engine for a few minutesuntil the stabilized gasoline fills thefuel injection system.

ENGINE1. Pour one tablespoon of motor oil

into each spark plug hole. Reinstallthe spark plugs and crank the en-gine a few times.

2. Drain the engine oil thoroughly.Refill the crankcase with fresh en-gine oil all the way up to the fillerhole.

BATTERY1. Remove the battery from the mo-

torcycle.

NOTE: Be sure to remove the nega-tive terminal first, then remove thepositive terminal.

2. Clean the outside of the battery witha mild detergent and remove anycorrosion from the terminals andwiring harness connections.

3. Store the battery in a room abovefreezing.

TIRESInflate the tires to the normal specifi-cations.

EXTERNAL• Spray all vinyl and rubber parts with

rubber preservative.• Spray the unpainted surfaces with

rust preventative.• Coat the painted surfaces with car

wax.

PROCEDURE DURING STORAGEOnce a month, recharge the batterywith a specified charging rate (Am-pere). Standard charging rate is 1.2Ax 5 to 10 hours.

PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TOSERVICE• Clean the entire motorcycle.• Reinstall the battery.

NOTE: Be sure to connect the posi-tive terminal first, then connect thenegative terminal.

• Remove the spark plugs. Turn theengine a few times by putting thetransmission in top gear and turn-ing the rear wheel. Reinstall thespark plugs.

• Drain the engine oil thoroughly.Replace the oil filter with a new oneand pour fresh oil as outlined in thismanual.

• Adjust the pressure of tires as de-scribed in the TIRES section.

• Lubricate all places as instructedin this manual.

• Do the "Inspection Before Riding"as listed in this manual.

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SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS AND DRY MASSOverall length 2140 mm (84.3 in)Overall width 740 mm (29.1 in)Overall height 1155 mm (45.5 in)Wheelbase 1485 mm (58.5 in)Ground clearance 120 mm (4.7 in)Seat height 805 mm (31.7 in)Dry mass 217 kg (478 Ibs)

ENGINEType Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, TSCCNumber of cylinders 4Bore 81.0 mm (3.189 in)Stroke 63.0 mm (2.480 in)Displacement 1299 cm3 (79.3 cu. in)Compression rat'o 11.0 :1Fuel system Fuel injectionAir cleaner Non-woven fabric elementStarter system ElectricLubrication system Wet sump

TRANSMISSIONClutch Wet multi-plate typeTransmission 6-speed constant meshGearshift pattern 1-down, 5-upPrimary reduction ratio 1.596 (83/52)Gear ratios, Low 2.615 (34/13)

2nd 1.937 (31/16)3rd 1.526(29/19)4th 1.285 (27/21)5th 1.136 (25/22)Top 1.043 (24/23)

Secondary reduction ratio 2.352 (40/17)Drive chain RK GB50GSV Z3, 112 links

CHASSISFront suspension Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil dampedRear suspension Link type, coil spring, oil dampedCaster 24° 12'Trail 97 mm (3.8 in)Steering angle 30° (right and left)Turning radius 3.3 m (10.8 in)Front brake Disk brake, twinRear brake Disk brakeFront tire size 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W), tubelessRear tire size 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W), tubeless

ELECTRICALIgnition type Electronic ignition (Transistorized)Spark plug NGK CR9E or DENSO U27ESR-NBattery 12V 36 kC(10 Ah)/10 HRGenerator Three-phase A.C. generatorFuse 30/15/15/15/15/10/1OAHeadlight 12V 65W (HB3) ... High beam

12V55WJH7) ... Low beamPosition light 12V 5W ... Except for Canada and AustraliaTurn signal light 12V 21WBrake light/Taillight 12V 21/5W x 2License plate light 12V 5WSpeedorrTeter light LEDTachometer light LEDFuel indicator light LEDTurn signal indicator light LEDHigh beam indicator light LEDNeutral indicator light LEDCoolant temperature LEDOil pressure indicator LED

CAPACITIESFuel tank 21 L (5.5/4.6 US/Imp, gal)Engine oil, without filter change 3100 ml (3.3/2.7 US/Imp, qt)

with filter change 3300 ml (3.5/2.9 US/Imp, qt)Engine coolant 2950 ml (3.1/2.6 US/Imp, qt)

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NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY)

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITEDOwners are warned that the law may prohibit:(a)The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for

purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or el-ement of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose ofnoise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser orwhile it is in use; and

(b)The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design hasbeen removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

Prepared by

SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

Motorcycle Service DepartmentAugust, 2001

Part No. 99011-24F53-01APrinted in Japan