Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 Service Manual page 17

Vehicle Identification Number
The frame serial number or V.I.N. (Vehicle Identification
Number) "A" is stamped on the right side of the steering
head pipe. The engine serial number "B" is located on
the right side of the crankcase. These numbers are
required especially for registering the machine and
ordering spare parts.
Fuel and Oil Recommendation
Fuel (For USA)
Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 87 pump octane
(R/2 + M/2) or 91 octane or higher rated by the research
method.
Gasoline containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether),
less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methanol with
appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitor is
permissible.
Fuel (For Other Countries)
Gasoline used should be graded 91 octane (Research
Method) or higher. Unleaded gasoline is recommended.
B649G10101004
"A"
I649G1010001-02
"B"
I649G1010002-03
B649G10101005
Engine Oil
Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and life. Always select good quality engine
oil. Use of SF/SG or SH/SJ in API with MA in JASO.
Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil.
If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an
alternative according to the chart.
Brake Fluid
Specification and classification: DOT4
WARNING
!
Since the brake system of this motorcycle is
filled with a glycol-based brake fluid by the
manufacturer, do not use or mix different
types of fluid such as silicone-based and
petroleum-based fluid for refilling the
system, otherwise serious damage will
result.
Do not use any brake fluid taken from old or
used or unsealed containers.
Never reuse brake fluid left over from a
previous servicing, which has been stored
for a long period.
Front Fork Oil
Use fork oil SS8 or an equivalent fork oil.
BREAK-IN Procedures
During manufacture only the best possible materials are
used and all machined parts are finished to a very high
standard but it is still necessary to allow the moving parts
to "BREAK-IN" before subjecting the engine to maximum
stresses. The future performance and reliability of the
engine depends on the care and restraint exercised
during its early life. The general rules are as follows.
1) Keep to these break-in engine speed limits:
Speed limits
Initial 800 km: Below 5 500 r/min
Up to 1 600 km: Below 8 000 r/min
Over 1 600 km: Below 11 000 r/min
2) Upon reaching an odometer reading of 1 600 km (1
000 miles) you can subject the motorcycle to full
throttle operation. However, do not exceed 11 000 r/
min at any time.
General Information:
I310G1010005-01
B649G10101007
0A-4