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  • Page 3 Suzuki parts are ! WARNING manufactured of high quality materi- als, and machined parts are finished Indicates a potential hazard that to close tolerances.
  • Page 4 Your autho- rized Suzuki dealer has experienced technicians that are trained to provide your motorcycle with the best possible service with the right tools and equip- ment.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CONSUMER INFORMATION CONTROLS FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) AND INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING RIDING TIPS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING SPECIFICATIONS INDEX...

  • Page 7: Consumer Information

    CONSUMER INFORMATION ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING ......... 1-2 MODIFICATION ....................1-4 SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS ....1-4 LABELS ....................... 1-5 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ................1-6 NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY) ..........1-6...

  • Page 8: Accessory Use And Motorcycle Loading

    It is not possible for Suzuki to mounted. test each accessory on the market or • Inspect for proper ground clear- combinations of all the available ance and bank angle.

  • Page 9: Controls

    LOADIND LIMIT LOADING GUIDELINES This motorcycle is primarily intended ! WARNING to carry small items when you are not riding with a passenger. Follow the guidelines below to carry a passenger Overloading or improper loading or cargo: can cause loss of motorcycle con- •...

  • Page 10: Modification

    MODIFICATION INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING Review thoroughly the instructions in Modification of the motorcycle, or the “INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING” removal of original equipment may section of this manual. Do not forget render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. to perform an entire safety inspection to ensure the safety of the rider and its passenger.

  • Page 11: Labels

    LABELS RIDE DEFENSIVELY The most common type of motorcycle Read and follow all the labels on the accident occurs when a car traveling motorcycle. Make sure you under- towards a motorcycle turns round cor- stand all of the labels. Do not remove ner in front of the motorcyclist.

  • Page 12: Serial Number Location

    SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY) TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: (a) The removal or rendering inopera- tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur- pose of noise control prior to its...

  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS LOCATION OF PARTS ..................2-2 KEY ........................2-5 IGNITION SWITCH ....................2-5 INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................2-6 LEFT HANDLEBAR ................... 2-14 RIGHT HANDLEBAR ..................2-15 FUEL TANK CAP ....................2-17 GEARSHIFT LEVER ..................2-18 REAR BRAKE PEDAL ..................2-19 SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS ............2-19 SIDE STAND ......................

  • Page 14: Location Of Parts

    CONTROLS LOCATION OF PARTS 1 Clutch lever 2 Left handlebar switches 3 Instrument panel 4 Front brake fluid reservoir 5 Right handlebar switches 6 Throttle grip 7 Front brake lever 8 Ignition switch 9 Fuel tank cap...
  • Page 15 0 Fuse A Battery B Tools C Main fuse D Helmet holder E Seat lock F Passenger grab handle G Engine oil filter H Engine oil drain plug I Side stand J Gearshift lever K Footrests L Passenger footrests...
  • Page 16 M Rear brake fluid reservoir N Air cleaner O Rear brake light switch P Rear brake pedal Q Engine oil inspection window R Engine oil filler cap...

  • Page 17: Key

    IGNITION SWITCH Two keys come with this motorcycle. The ignition switch has 4 positions: Keep this spare key in a safe place. “OFF” POSITION All electrical circuits are cut off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed. “ON”...

  • Page 18: Instrument Panel

    If the motorcycle falls down, turn • All LCD segments will have the ignition switch off immedi- appear/disappear action and then ately. Ask your authorized Suzuki show normal display. dealer to inspect the motorcycle • The tachometer needle moves to for unseen damage.
  • Page 19 When the coolant temperature indica- rized Suzuki dealer or a qualified tor light comes on, stop the engine mechanic inspect your motorcy- and check the coolant level after cle.
  • Page 20 Suzuki dealer. If the engine stalls, try restarting the engine after turn- A. The display F indicates “FI” inter- ing the ignition switch off and on. mittently, and the red indicator •...
  • Page 21 ENGINE RPM INDICATOR LIGHT 7 The engine rpm indicator light 7 will light or blink when the engine speed reaches a preset engine rpm. LIGHT/BLINK/NO LIGHT Mode When display indicates Selection “CHEC” in the odometer display area, 1. To enter the selection mode, turn check following items;...
  • Page 22 FUEL METER “(” 9 The fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel meter displays all 5 segments ! WARNING when the fuel tank is full. The mark blinks when the fuel drops below 4.0 Changing the display while riding L (4.2/3.5 US/Imp.
  • Page 23 NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT “N” 0 To preset the interval: The green light will come on when the 1. Press and hold the ADJ button B transmission is in neutral. The light for 2 seconds until MAINTE- will go out when you shift into any NANCE display blinks when the gear other than neutral.
  • Page 24 To change the display, push the SEL button D. The display changes in the order below. Odometer ODOMETER/TRIP METER/CLOCK F Trip meter 1 The display has 4 functions; odome- ter, 2 trip meters and clock. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the test pattern is displayed.
  • Page 25 Odometer Clock The odometer registers the total dis- The clock has a 12-hour display. Fol- tance that the motorcycle has been low the procedure below to adjust the ridden. The odometer ranges from 0 clock. to 999999. 1. Push the SEL button D and ADJ NOTE: The odometer display locks at button B, simultaneously for 2 999999 when the total distance...

  • Page 26: Left Handlebar

    LEFT HANDLEBAR NOTICE Holding dimmer switch between the “)” and “*” posi- tion will light both the high and low headlight beam. This improper operation can damage the motor- cycle’s headlight. Use the dimmer switch to select only the “)” or “*” position. CLUTCH LEVER 1 The clutch lever is used for disengag- NOTICE...

  • Page 27: Right Handlebar

    RIGHT HANDLEBAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH “%&” 4 Moving the switch to the “%” position will flash the left turn signals. Moving the switch to the “&” position will flash the right turn signals. The indi- cator light will also flash intermittently. To cancel turn signal operation, push the switch in.
  • Page 28 ! WARNING Adjusting the front brake lever position while riding can be haz- ardous. Removing a hand from the handlebars can reduce your ability to control the motorcycle. Never adjust the front brake lever position while riding. Keep both hands on the handlebars. Front Brake Lever Adjustment ELECTRIC STARTER SWITCH “.”...

  • Page 29: Fuel Tank Cap

    FUEL TANK CAP NOTICE Engaging the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time can damage the starter motor and wiring harness from overheating. Do not engage the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time. If the engine does not start after several attempts, check the fuel supply and ignition system.

  • Page 30: Gearshift Lever

    GEARSHIFT LEVER ! WARNING If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel may overflow when it expands due to engine heat or heating by the sun. Fuel that overflows can catch fire. Stop adding fuel when the fuel level reaches the bottom of the filler neck.

  • Page 31: Rear Brake Pedal

    REAR BRAKE PEDAL SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS Depressing the rear brake pedal will apply the rear disk brake. The brake light will be illuminated when the rear brake is operated. To unlock the seat lock, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise.

  • Page 32: Side Stand

    SIDE STAND There are helmet holders under the seat. To use them, remove the seat, An interlock system is provided to cut hook your helmet fastener ring to the off the ignition circuit when the side holder and refit the seat. stand is down and the transmission is in any gear other than neutral.

  • Page 33: Rear Suspension

    REAR SUSPENSION ! WARNING Riding with the side stand incom- pletely retracted can result in an accident when you turn left. Check operation of the side stand/ ignition interlock system before riding. Always retract the side stand completely before starting off.

  • Page 35: Fuel, Engine Oil And Coolant Recommendations

    FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS FUEL OCTANE RATING ..................3-2 OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION (Canada and EU) ......3-2 ENGINE OIL ......................3-3 COOLANT ......................3-5...

  • Page 36: Fuel Octane Rating

    OXYGENATED FUEL FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND RECOMMENDATION COOLANT (Canada and EU) RECOMMENDATIONS Oxygenated fuels which meet the minimum octane requirement and the FUEL OCTANE RATING requirements described below may unleaded gasoline with be used in your motorcycle without octane rating higher jeopardizing the New Vehicle Limited (Research method).

  • Page 37: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL DO NOT USE fuels containing more than 5% methanol under any circum- Use Suzuki genuine engine oil or stances. Fuel system damage or equivalent. If Suzuki genuine engine motorcycle performance problems oil is not available, select a proper...
  • Page 38 JASO T903 Energy Conserving The JASO T903 standard is an index Suzuki does not recommend the use to select engine oils for 4-stroke “ENERGY CONSERVING” motorcycle and ATV engines. Motor- “RESOURCE CONSERVING” oils. cycle and ATV engines lubricate Some engine oils which have an API...

  • Page 39: Coolant

    COOLANT Anti-freeze The coolant performs as rust inhibitor Use “SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE and water pump lubricant as well as COOLANT” or “SUZUKI LONG LIFE anti-freeze. Therefore the coolant COOLANT”. “SUZUKI SUPER should be used at all times even LONG LIFE COOLANT”...
  • Page 40 SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT (Green) Water for mixing Use distilled water only. Water other than distilled water can corrode and clog the aluminium radiator. Required amount of water/coolant Solution capacity (total): 1350 ml (1.4/1.2 US/Imp. qt) 675 ml Water (0.7/0.6 US/Imp. qt)

  • Page 41: Break-In (Running-In) And Inspection Before Riding

    BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) AND INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEED RECOMMENDATION ..........4-2 VARY THE ENGINE SPEED ................4-2 BREAKING IN THE NEW TIRES ................ 4-2 AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED ..............4-2 ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING ......4-3 OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND MOST CRITICAL SERVICE ......
  • Page 42 160 km (100 miles) before attempting mum life and performance from your maximum performance. Avoid hard new Suzuki. The following guidelines acceleration, hard cornering, and explain proper break-in procedures. hard braking for the first 160 km (100 miles).
  • Page 43 ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING ! WARNING Allow sufficient idling time after warm or cold engine start up before apply- Failure to inspect your motorcy- ing load or revving the engine. This cle before riding and to properly allows time for the lubricating oil to maintain your...
  • Page 44 Check the condition of the motorcycle Suspensions Smooth movement to help make sure that you do not Fuel Enough fuel for the planned have mechanical problems or get (/ 2-10) distance of operation stranded somewhere when you ride. Drive chain •...

  • Page 45: Riding Tips

    RIDING TIPS STARTING THE ENGINE ..................5-2 STARTING OFF ....................5-3 USING THE TRANSMISSION ................5-4 RIDING ON HILLS ....................5-5 STOPPING AND PARKING ................5-5...

  • Page 46: Starting The Engine

    RIDING TIPS When the Engine is Warm: Close the throttle completely and push the electric starter switch. STARTING THE ENGINE Before attempting to start the engine, When a Warm Engine is Hard to make sure: Start: • The transmission is in neutral. Open the throttle approximately 1/8 •...

  • Page 47: Starting Off

    STARTING OFF ! WARNING ! WARNING Sudden side winds, which can occur when being passed by Riding excessive speeds larger vehicles, at tunnel exits or increases your chances of losing in hilly areas, can cause you to control of the motorcycle, which lose control of the motorcycle.

  • Page 48: Using The Transmission

    USING THE TRANSMISSION ! WARNING The transmission is provided to keep the engine operating smoothly in its Downshifting when engine speed normal operating speed range. The is too high can: gear ratios have been carefully cho- • cause the rear wheel to skid and sen to meet the characteristics of the lose traction due to increased engine.

  • Page 49: Riding On Hills

    RIDING ON HILLS STOPPING AND PARKING • When climbing steep hills, the 1. Turn the throttle grip away from motorcycle may begin to slow you to close the throttle com- down and show lack of power. At pletely. this point, you should shift to a 2.
  • Page 50 5. Park the motorcycle on a firm, flat ! WARNING surface where it will not fall over. Hard braking on wet, loose, rough, ! CAUTION or other slippery surfaces can cause wheel skid and loss of con- A hot muffler can cause severe trol.
  • Page 51 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................6-2 TOOLS ......................... 6-5 FUEL TANK REMOVAL ..................6-5 LUBRICATION POINTS ..................6-9 BATTERY ......................6-10 AIR CLEANER ....................6-12 SPARK PLUGS ....................6-15 FUEL HOSE ....................... 6-17 ENGINE OIL ....................... 6-17 ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ..............6-22 THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ..............

  • Page 52: Inspection And Maintenance

    If you are ensure reliability of the motorcycle as not sure how to do any of the jobs, explained in the maintenance section. ask your Suzuki dealer to do the Your Suzuki dealer can provide you maintenance. with further guidelines. Steering com-...
  • Page 53 If you have any when electric circuit questions regarding maintenance shorted. intervals, consult your Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic. Turn off the ignition switch before servicing the electric parts to avoid short-circuit damage. NOTICE Poorly-made replacement parts can cause your motorcycle to wear more quickly and may shorten its useful life.
  • Page 54 – – Idle speed Throttle cable play (/ 6-22) * Secondary air supply system – – SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE Replace every 16000 km (9600 miles) COOLANT (Blue) or 48 months * Engine coolant SUZUKI LONG LIFE (/ 6-24) COOLANT (Green) or other...

  • Page 55: Tools

    TOOLS FUEL TANK REMOVAL 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand and remove the seat. Drain fuel from the fuel tank. A tool kit is provided with your motor- cycle. It is located under the seat. 2. Remove the screw 1. Then remove the frame cover 2.
  • Page 56 3. Remove the left side fastener 5 6. Remove the two screws D and and screw 6 of center cowling 7. fastener E. Then detach the center cowling 7 Then unhooking the hooks F and from the left under cowling. remove the side cowling G.
  • Page 57 11. Disconnect the fuel pump coupler 12. Disconnect the fuel hose by pinch- ing the retainer N. 13. Remove the fuel tank. • The fuel tank can be difficult to handle during removal. It is rec- ommended that the work be done by two persons.
  • Page 58 Installation ! WARNING Reinstall the fuel tank in reverse order of removal. Fuel spilled from the fuel hose can catch on fire. (Except for Canada) Stop the engine before discon- necting the fuel hose. Keep flames, sparks, and heat sources away.

  • Page 59: Lubrication Points

    LUBRICATION POINTS Proper lubrication is important for smooth operation and long life of each working part of your motorcycle and also for safe riding. It is a good practice to lubricate the motorcycle after a long rough ride and after get- ting it wet in the rain or after washing it.

  • Page 60: Battery

    BATTERY ! WARNING This battery is a sealed type battery and requires no maintenance of fluid Batteries produce flammable level and gravity. Have your dealer hydrogen gas which can explode check the charging condition of the if exposed to flames or sparks. battery periodically.
  • Page 61 BATTERY REMOVAL NOTICE To remove the battery, follow proce- dure below: Reversing the battery lead wires 1. Place the motorcycle on the side can damage the charging system stand. and the battery. 2. Remove the seat by referring to the SEAT LOCK AND HELMET Always attach the red lead to the HOLDERS section.

  • Page 62: Air Cleaner

    For more detailed element. information about disposing or recy- cling of the used battery, consult your Never run the engine without the Suzuki dealer. air cleaner element in place. 6-12...
  • Page 63 NOTICE Failure to inspect the air cleaner element frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty, wet, or muddy con- ditions can damage your motorcy- cle. The air cleaner element can become clogged under these con- ditions, and engine damage may result.
  • Page 64 Air Cleaner Drain Plug 6. Reinstall the cleaned element or new air cleaner element in reverse order of removal. Be absolutely sure that the element is securely in position and is sealing properly. NOTICE Failure to position the air cleaner element properly can allow dirt to bypass the air cleaner element.

  • Page 65: Spark Plugs

    This spark plug should be replaced with the colder plug. Consult your Suzuki dealer or a quali- fied mechanic if your plug insulator is not a light brown color. 3. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench.
  • Page 66 Use one of the spark plugs listed num threads of the cylinder head. or their equivalent. Consult your Suzuki dealer if you are not sure Carefully turn the spark plug by which spark plug is correct for hand into the threads. If the spark your type of usage.

  • Page 67: Fuel Hose

    FUEL HOSE ENGINE OIL 1. Remove the left side cowling by Long engine life depends much on referring to the FUEL TANK the selection of a quality oil and the REMOVAL section. periodic changing of the oil. Daily oil level checks and periodic changes are two of the most important mainte- nance items to be performed.
  • Page 68 ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE NOTICE Change the engine oil and oil filter at the initial 1000 km (600 miles) and at Operating the motorcycle with too each maintenance interval. The oil little or too much oil can damage should be changed when the engine the engine.
  • Page 69 ! WARNING NOTICE Children and pets may be harmed Operating the motorcycle with too by swallowing new or used oil. little or too much oil can damage the engine. Repeated, prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Brief contact with oil may Place the motorcycle on level ground.
  • Page 70 8 of the new oil filter. NOTICE 8. Turn the oil filter 6 counterclock- wise and remove it with a Suzuki Failure to use an oil filter with the “cap type” oil filter wrench or a correct design and thread specifi- “strap type”...
  • Page 71 2 NOTE: If you do not have a proper oil turns or to specified torque. filter wrench, have your Suzuki dealer perform this service. Oil filter tightening torque: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 lbf-ft) 16.

  • Page 72: Engine Idle Speed Inspection

    1500 r/min when the engine is warm. NOTE: If the engine idle speed is not within the specified range, ask your Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic to inspect and repair the motorcycle. 2.0 – 4.0 mm (0.08 – 0.16 in)

  • Page 73: Clutch

    CLUTCH Throttle Cable Boots 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) Boots The throttle cable has boots. Check The play of the clutch lever should be that the boots are fit securely. Do not 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) as mea- apply water directly to the boots when sured at the clutch lever end.

  • Page 74: Coolant

    1. Place the motorcycle on the side your Suzuki dealer. stand. 2. Remove the right side cowling by 6. Reinstall the boot 4.
  • Page 75 Imp. qt) of coolant will required when filling the radiator and reservoir tank. RADIATOR HOSE INSPECTION Inspect the radiator hoses for cracks, damage or engine coolant leakage. If any defects are found, ask your Suzuki dealer to replace the radiator hose with a new one. 6-25...

  • Page 76: Drive Chain

    If necessary, consult your authorized ity, non-joint-clip type chain. Ask Suzuki dealer qualified an authorized Suzuki dealer or a mechanic. qualified mechanic to perform this work. 6-26...
  • Page 77 DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING 6. Lubricate both front and back AND OILING plates of the drive chain. 1. Remove dirt and dust from the 7. Wipe off excess lubricant after drive chain. Be careful not to dam- lubricating all around of the drive age the seal ring.
  • Page 78 DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Adjust the drive chain slack to the proper specification. The chain may require more frequent adjustments than periodic maintenance schedule depending upon your riding condi- tions. ! WARNING Too much chain slack can cause 2. Loosen the axle nut 1. the chain to come off the sprock- ets, resulting in an accident or serious damage to the motorcycle.

  • Page 79: Brakes

    Proper operation of fluid leakage. If any defects are found, brake systems are vital to safe riding. ask your Suzuki dealer to replace the Be sure to perform the brake inspec- brake hose with a new one. tion requirements as scheduled.
  • Page 80 BRAKE FLUID ! WARNING Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed, and harmful if it comes in contact with skin or eyes. Solu- tion can be poisonous to animals. If brake fluid is swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately con- tact a poison control center or a physician.
  • Page 81 Failure to inspect and maintain the brake pads and replace them when recommended can increase your chance of having an acci- dent. If you need to replace brake pads, have your Suzuki dealer do this work. Inspect and maintain the brake pads as recommended. 6-31...
  • Page 82 REAR BRAKE PEDAL ! WARNING ADJUSTMENT The rear brake pedal position must be If you ride this motorcycle after properly adjusted at all times or the brake system repair or brake pad disk brake pads will rub against the replacement without pumping the disk causing damage to the pads and brake lever/pedal, you may get to the disk surface.

  • Page 83: Tires

    TIRES REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ! WARNING The tires on your motorcycle form the crucial link between your motorcycle and the road. Failure to take the precautions below may result in an accident due to tire failure. • Check tire condition and pres- sure before each ride, and The rear brake light switch is located adjust pressure if necessary.
  • Page 84 TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADING TIRE CONDITION AND TYPE Proper tire pressure and proper tire Proper tire condition and proper tire loading are important factors. Over- type affect vehicle performance. Cuts loading your tires can lead to tire fail- or cracks in the tires can lead to tire ure and loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 85 An improperly repaired, installed, or balanced tire can cause loss of control and an accident, or can wear out sooner. • Ask your Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic to perform tire repair, replacement, and bal- ancing because proper tools NOTE: The “Triangle”...

  • Page 86: Side Stand/Ignition Interlock Switch

    Have your motorcycle inspected could result in a tire repair fail- by an authorized Suzuki dealer or a ure and tire deflation. qualified service mechanic. • Replace the tire if it is punctured...

  • Page 87: Front Wheel Removal

    FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL ! WARNING 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. If the side stand/ignition interlock system is not working properly, it is possible to ride the motorcycle with the side stand in the down position. This may interfere with rider control during a left turn and could cause an accident.
  • Page 88 NOTE: A special tool is necessary to loosen the axle shaft 3. The special tool is available at Suzuki dealer. 5. Place an accessory service stand or equivalent under the swingarm to help stabilize the rear end.
  • Page 89 Suzuki dealer stroke and firm feel are restored. to check the axle shaft and bolt. Also check that the wheel rotates freely.

  • Page 90: Rear Wheel Removal

    REAR WHEEL REMOVAL 4. Loosen the right and left chain adjuster nuts 2. ! CAUTION A hot muffler can burn you. Wait until the muffler cools before removing the axle nut. NOTICE Removing the rear wheel without use of an accessory stand can 5.
  • Page 91 7. Pull the rear wheel assembly rear- specifications. If you are not ward. sure of the proper procedure, have your authorized Suzuki NOTE: Never depress the rear brake dealer or a qualified mechanic pedal with the rear wheel removed. It do this.

  • Page 92: Light Bulb Replacement

    LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT HEADLIGHT/POSITION LIGHT To replace the headlight bulb and The wattage rating of each bulb is position light bulb, perform the follow- shown on the table below. When ing step: replacing a burned out bulb, always use the exact same wattage rating. Headlight bulb Using other than the specified rating can result in overloading the electrical...
  • Page 93 Grasp the new bulb with a clean cloth. Position light bulb NOTE: When you replace the position light bulb, ask you Suzuki dealer. 1. Remove the two screws 1 and fasteners 2. Then remove the meter cover 3. 2. Turn the adjuster 4 clockwise or counterclockwise.
  • Page 94 BRAKE LIGHT/TAILLIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT To change the brake light/taillight To replace the front turn signal light bulb, perform the following steps: bulb, follow these directions. 1. Remove the two screws 1. Then 1. Turn the socket counterclockwise remove the brake light/taillight and remove it.
  • Page 95 REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHT To replace the rear turn signal light bulb, follow these directions. 3. Push in on the bulb, twisting it to the left, and pull it out. 4. To fit the replacement bulb, push it in and twist it to the right while 1.

  • Page 96: Fuses

    If a blown fuse is found, then the elec- trical problem must be inspected and repaired before replacing the blown fuse with a new fuse. Consult your Suzuki dealer for the electrical system check and repair. 1. Remove the nuts 1 and washers. !WARNING Replacing a fuse with incorrect amperage rating or substitute, e.g.
  • Page 97 The fuses are located under the seat. Two spare fuses (one 10A and one 15A) are provided inside the fuse boxes. FUSE LIST • 30A MAIN fuse protects all electri- cal circuits. • 15A HEAD fuse protects the headlight high beam, headlight low beam, position lights, taillight, The main fuse 1 is located inside the stop light and license light.

  • Page 98: Catalytic Converter

    CATALYTIC CONVERTER NOTICE The purpose of the catalytic converter is to minimize the amount of harmful Improper motorcycle operation pollutants your motorcycle's can cause catalyst or other motor- exhaust. Use of leaded fuel in motor- cycle damage. cycles equipped with catalytic con- verters is prohibited because lead To avoid damage to the catalyst or deactivates...
  • Page 99 ! WARNING If you park or operate the motorcy- cle in areas where there are com- bustible materials such as dry grass or leaves, these materials may come in contact with the cat- alytic converter or other hot exhaust components. This can cause a fire.

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL SUPPLY CHECK ..................7-2 IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ................7-3 ENGINE STALLING ..................... 7-3...
  • Page 102 “FI”, showing signs of trouble in the This troubleshooting guide is provided fuel injection system, take your motor- to help you find the cause of some cycle to an authorized Suzuki dealer. common complaints. Refer to the “INSTRUMENT PANEL” section for an explanation of fuel NOTICE injection system indicator.
  • Page 103 2. If the fuel injection indicator dis- plays “FI”, showing signs of trou- ble in the fuel injection system, take your motorcycle to an autho- rized Suzuki dealer. Refer to the “INSTRUMENT PANEL” section for an explanation of fuel injection system indicator.

  • Page 105: Storage Procedure And Motorcycle Cleaning

    STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING STORAGE PROCEDURE ..................8-2 PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE ..........8-3 CORROSION PREVENTION ................8-3 MOTORCYCLE CLEANING ................8-4 INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING ............... 8-6...

  • Page 106: Storage Procedure

    For this reason, Suzuki recom- prevent humidity from entering. mends that you trust this mainte- nance work to your Suzuki dealer. If BATTERY you wish to service the motorcycle for 1. Remove the battery from the...

  • Page 107: Procedure For Returning To Service

    PROCEDURE FOR CORROSION PREVENTION RETURNING TO SERVICE It is important to take good care of your motorcycle to protect it from cor- 1. Clean the entire motorcycle. rosion and keep it looking new for 2. Remove the oily rags from the air years to come.

  • Page 108: Motorcycle Cleaning

    If the chips or scratches have or brush. Do not use hard materi- gone through to the bare metal, als which can scratch the paint. have a Suzuki dealer make the 2. Wash the entire motorcycle with a repair. mild detergent or car wash soap •...
  • Page 109 NOTE: Headlight lens can be fogged NOTICE after washing the motorcycle or riding in a rain. Headlight fogging will be High pressure washers such as cleared gradually when the headlight those found at coin-operated car is turned on. To clear the headlight washes have enough pressure to lens fogging, run the engine to avoid damage the parts of your motorcy-...

  • Page 110: Inspection After Cleaning

    ! WARNING scratched or discolored so as to obstruct view. When replacing the Operating the motorcycle with wet windshield, use a Suzuki replacement brakes can be hazardous. Wet windshield. brakes may not provide as much stopping power as dry brakes.

  • Page 112: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS AND CURB MASS Overall length ..........2145 mm (84.4 in) Overall width............ 790 mm (31.1 in) Overall height ..........1255 mm (49.4 in) Wheelbase ............1430 mm (56.3 in) Ground clearance..........165 mm (6.5 in) Seat height ............780 mm (30.7 in) Curb mass ............
  • Page 113 ELECTRICAL Ignition type .............Electronic ignition (Transistorized) Spark plug ............NGK CR7E or DENSO U22ESR-N Battery .............12V 28.8 kC(8 Ah)/10 HR Generator ............Three-phase A.C. generator Main fuse............30A Fuse ..............10/10/10/15A Headlight ............12V 60/55W Position light ............12V 5W × 2 Turn signal light ..........12V 10W Brake light/Taillight...........12V 21/5W License plate light..........12V 5W Speedometer light ...........LED...
  • Page 114 INDEX ACCESSORY USE AND GEARSHIFT LEVER ..... 2-18 MOTORCYCLE LOADING ....1-2 AIR CLEANER....... 6-12 ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO IGNITION SWITCH......2-5 CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING ..4-3 IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ... 7-3 AVOID CONSTANT INSPECTION AFTER LOW SPEED ........4-2 CLEANING ........
  • Page 115 OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND THROTTLE CABLE MOST CRITICAL SERVICE .... 4-3 ADJUSTMENT....... 6-22 OXYGENATED FUEL TIRES ..........6-33 RECOMMENDATION TOOLS..........6-5 (Canada and EU)......3-2 USING THE TRANSMISSION..5-4 PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE ......... 8-3 VARY THE ENGINE SPEED... 4-2 REAR BRAKE PEDAL....

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