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This bulletin is to inform you of set-up procedures of VL1500K7. Please inform your dealers of this notice. VL1500K7 set-up manual will not be issued because the set-up procedures for this model remain unchanged from VL1500K4 except the differences described below.
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MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE [Page: 7, 8 Paragraph: 1] The photograph shown indicates the parts dismounted from the motorcycle in addition to the items shown in the preceding page. A: Front brake master cylinder B: Clutch master cylinder C: Throttle assembly D: Left switch 2.
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE [Page: 9, 10 Paragraph: 3] The line drawings on page 56 and 57 show the proper routing of the control cables, hose and wirings. Refer to them in addition to following the instructions carefully. A: Front brake hose B: Clutch hose C: Throttle cable...
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MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE NOTE: Install the holder in position according to the mark “UP”. Make sure that the holder has no clearance at the upper side as shown. Check for brake fluid leakage. A: Allen bolt B: Holder C: Front brake master cylinder D: Handlebars Connect the front brake light switch lead wires coupler...
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER [Page: 13, 14 Paragraph: 3, 4] Install the clutch master cylinder onto the handlebars. Align the dot mark on the handlebars with the master cylinder-to-holder fitting surface. Tighten the master cylinder mounting bolts to the specified torque.
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE LEFT Clamp the left handlebar switch wiring harness, clutch hose union or clutch hose with straps as shown in the photograph. NOTE: Cut the remaining of the strap as shown in the photograph. A: Strap L:140 mm B: Left switch wiring harness C: Clutch hose union D: Clutch hose...
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MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE WARNING AND INFORMATION LABEL (FOR E-19 CC AND CD SELECTION, FOR E-28 MARKET) [Page: 29, 30 Paragraph: 2] Stick the label selected for your country. NOTE: When sticking the new label, remove the origi- nal label.
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE 3. SERVICING CLUTCH AIR BLEEDING [Page: 43, 44 Paragraph: 2] Disconnect the regulator/rectifier lead wire coupler. A: Coupler FRONT BRAKE LEVER [Page: 45, 46 Paragraph: 1] Make sure the front brake lever position is correct. The standard setting for this motorcycle is as indicated in the table below.
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API: American Petroleum Institute JASO: Japanese Automobile Standards Organization ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY RATING SELECTION CHART SAE Engine Oil Viscosity Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil. 20W - 50 If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an 15W - 40 15W - 50 alternative according to the following chart.
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE Energy Conserving Suzuki does not recommend the use of “ENERGY CONSERVING” oils. Some engine oils which is API SH or greater has “ENERGY CONSERVING” indication in API classifica- tion doughnut mark. 10W-40 10W-40 These oils can affect engine life and clutch perform- ance.
MOTORCYCLE May 16, 2006 DATE: PAGE 7. SAFETY CHECK OUT [Page: 58, 59, 60] ELECTRICALS After completion of the setting-up the motor- ITEM CHECK FOR cycle all the following items should be dou- Light Lighting/Adjust ble-checked to confirm that the operation and Headlight high/low beam function of the motorcycle are satisfactory.
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