Final Gear Oil Change - Suzuki VS1400 Owner's Manual

• Fluid level in the reservoir to be above
"LOWER" line when holding the motorcy ­
cle vertically .
• No fluid leakage
• Smooth and sure action of clutch lever
Inspect the clutch fluid level in the clutch
fluid reservoir.
Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed, and
harmful If it comes in contact with skin or eyes.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immedi­
ately contact a polson control center or a physi­
cian. If brake fluid gets in eyes, flush eyes with
water and seek medical attention. Wash thor­
oughly after handling. Solution can be poison­
ous to animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
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Failure to keep the clutch fluid reservoir full with
the proper brake fluid can be hazardous. The
clutch may not work correctly without the
proper amount and type of brake fluid. This
could lead to an accident.
Inspect the clutch fluid level before each use.
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed con ­
tainer. Never use or mix different types of brake
fluid. If there is frequent loss of fluid, take your
motorcycle to a SUZUKI dealer or a qualified
mechanic for Inspection.
CAUTION
Spilled brake fluid can damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts.
Avoid spilling any fluid when filling the reser ­
voir. Wipe up spills Immediately.
FINAL GEAR OIL
Change the gear oil at initial 1000 km (600
miles) and inspect every 12000 km (7500
miles). Use SAE90 hypoid gear oil which is
rated GL-5 under API classification system.
If you operate the motorcycle where ambi ­
ent temperature is below O °C (32°F) use
SAEBO hypoid gear oil. The procedure is as
follows:
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.
2. Remove the oil filler cap
CD.
3. Drain the oil into a suitable container by
removing the drain plug
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from the bot­
tom of the final gear case while holding
the motorcycle vertically .
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4. Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it
securely after all the oil has been
drained out. Pour fresh oil through the
filler hole until the oil level reaches the
oil filler hole while holding the motorcy­
cle vertically. Approximately 200 - 220
ml (6 .B - 7,4/7.0 - 7.7 USlimp oz) of oil
will be required.
5. Rei nstall the oil filler cap.
Operating the motorcycle with too little final
gear 011 can cause the final drive unit to lock up
and cause an accident.
Check for leaks and the correct level of final
gear 011 before each use. Add 011 if necessary.
Tighten the drain plug securely after changing
the gear 011.
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