Suzuki DL650 Service Manual page 105

3-54 ENGINE
CONROD BIG END SIDE CLEARANCE
Check the conrod side clearance by using a thickness gauge.
If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace conrod or crankshaft.
Conrod big end side clearance
Service Limit: 0.50 mm (0.020 in)
09900-20803: Thickness gauge
CONROD BIG END WIDTH
Check the conrod big end width.
Conrod big end width
Standard: 20.95
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21 .OO mm (0.825
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0.827 in)
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09900-20205: Micrometer (0
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25 mm)
CRANK PIN WIDTH
Check the crank pin width
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Crank pin width
Standard: 42.17
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42.22 mm (1.660
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1.662 in)
CONROD REMOVAL AND BEARING INSPECTION
Loosen the bearing cap bolts, and tap the bearing cap bolt
lightly with plastic hammer to remove the bearing cap.
Remove the conrods, and mark them to identify the cylinder
position.
Inspect the bearing surfaces for any sign of fusion, pitting, burn,
or flaws. If any, replace them with a specified set of bearings.