This manual should be considered a permanent part of the

motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold

or otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. The
manual contains important safety information and instructions
which should be read carefully before operating the motorcycle.
IMPORTANT Please refer to the BREAK-IN (RUNNING-
IN) section for specific break-in recommen-
dations.
BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) INFORMATION
FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLE
The first 1600 km (1000 miles) are the most
important in the life of your motorcycle.
Proper break-in operation during this time
will help ensure maximum life and perfor-
mance from your new motorcycle. Suzuki
parts are manufactured of high quality mate-
rials, and machined parts are finished to
close tolerances. Proper break-in operation
allows the machined surfaces to polish each
other and mate smoothly.

Motorcycle reliability and performance

depend on special care and restraint exer-
cised during the break-in period. It is espe-
cially important that you avoid operating the
engine in a manner which could expose the
engine parts to excessive heat.
 WARNING/ CAUTION/NOTICE/NOTE
Please read this manual and follow its NOTICE
instructions carefully. To emphasize special
information, the symbol  and the words Indicates a potential hazard that could
WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE and NOTE result in vehicle or equipment damage.
have special meanings. Pay particular atten-
tion to messages highlighted by these signal NOTE: Indicates special information to
words: make maintenance easier or instructions
clearer.
 WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in death or serious injury.

 CAUTION
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in minor or moderate injury.
FOREWORD All information, illustrations, photographs
and specifications contained in this manual
Motorcycling is one of the most exhilarating are based on the latest product information
sports and to ensure your riding enjoyment, available at the time of publication. Due to
you should become thoroughly familiar with improvements or other changes, there may
the information presented in this Owner’s be some discrepancies between information
Manual before riding the motorcycle. in this manual and your motorcycle. Suzuki
reserves the right to make changes at any
The proper care and maintenance that your time.
motorcycle requires is outlined in this man-
ual. By following these instructions explicitly Please note that this manual applies to all
you will ensure a long trouble free operating specifications or all respective destinations
life for your motorcycle. Your authorized and explains all equipment. Therefore, your
Suzuki dealer has experienced technicians model may have different standard features
that are trained to provide your machine with than shown in this manual.
the best possible service with the right tools
and equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION 1
CONTROLS 2
FUEL AND ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS 3
BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) AND INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING 4
RIDING TIPS 5
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 7
STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING 8
SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX
 CONSUMER INFORMATION
1
ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING ................................................................................ 1-2
SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS ....................................................... 1-5
LABELS ...................................................................................................................................................... 1-8
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ................................................................................................................... 1-8
NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY) .................................................................................... 1-9

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CONSUMER INFORMATION
 WARNING
ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE Improper installation of accessories or
modification of the motorcycle may
LOADING cause changes in handling which could
lead to an accident.
ACCESSORY USE
The addition of unsuitable accessories can
Never use improper accessories, and
lead to unsafe operating conditions. It is not
make sure that any accessories that are
possible for Suzuki to test each accessory
used are properly installed. All parts and
on the market or combinations of all the
accessories added to the motorcycle
available accessories; however, your dealer
should be genuine Suzuki parts or their
can assist you in selecting quality accesso-
equivalent designed for use on this
ries and installing them correctly. Use
motorcycle. Install and use them accord-
extreme caution when selecting and install-
ing to their instructions. If you have any
ing the accessories on your motorcycle and
questions, contact your Suzuki dealer.
consult your Suzuki dealer if you have any
questions.

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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION • Certain accessories displace the rider
GUIDELINES from his or her normal riding position.
• Install aerodynamic-affecting accesso- This limits the freedom of movement of
ries, such as a fairing, windshield, back- the rider and may limit his or her control
rests, saddlebags, and travel trunks, as ability.
low as possible, as close to the motorcy- • Additional electrical accessories may
cle and as near the center of gravity as is overload the existing electrical system.
feasible. Check that the mounting brack- Severe overloads may damage the wir-
ets and other attachment hardware are ing harness or create a dangerous situa-
rigidly mounted. tion due to the loss of electrical power
• Inspect for proper ground clearance and during the operation of the motorcycle.
bank angle. Inspect that the accessory • Do not pull a trailer or sidecar. This
does not interfere with the operation of motorcycle is not designed to pull a
the suspension, steering or other control trailer or sidecar.
operations.
• Accessories fitted to the handlebars or
the front fork area can create serious
stability problems. The extra weight will
cause the motorcycle to be less respon-
sive to your steering control. The weight
may also cause oscillations in the front
end and lead to instability problems.
Accessories added to the handlebars or
front fork of the machine should be as
light as possible and kept to a minimum.

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LOADING LIMIT G.V.W.: 300 kg (660 lbs)
at the tire pressure (cold)
 WARNING Front: 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi)
Rear: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Overloading or improper loading can
cause loss of motorcycle control and an LOADING GUIDELINES
accident. This motorcycle is primarily intended to
carry small items when you are not riding
Follow loading limits and loading guide- with a passenger. Follow the loading guide-
lines in this manual. lines below:
• Balance the load between the left and
right side of the motorcycle and fasten it
Never exceed the G.V.W. (Gross Vehicle securely.
Weight) of this motorcycle. The G.V.W. is the • Keep cargo weight low and as close to
combined weight of the machine, accesso- the center of the motorcycle as possible.
ries, payload, rider and passenger. When • Do not attach large or heavy items to the
selecting your accessories, keep in mind the handlebars, front forks or rear fender.
weight of the rider as well as the weight of • Do not install a luggage carrier or a lug-
the accessories. The additional weight of gage box protruding over the tail end of
the accessories may not only create an the motorcycle.
unsafe riding condition but may also affect
the riding stability.

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• Do not carry any items that protrude over SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR
the tail end of the motorcycle. MOTORCYCLE RIDERS
• Check that both tires are properly Motorcycle riding is great fun and an excit-
inflated to the specified tire pressure for ing sport. Motorcycle riding also requires
your loading conditions. Refer to page 6- that some extra precautions be taken to
56. ensure the safety of the rider and passen-
• Improperly loading your motorcycle can ger. These precautions are:
reduce your ability to balance and steer
the motorcycle. You should ride at WEAR A HELMET
reduced speeds, less than 130 km/h (80 Motorcycle safety equipment starts with a
mph), when you are carrying cargo or quality helmet. One of the most serious inju-
have added accessories. ries that can happen is a head injury.
• Adjust suspension setting as necessary. ALWAYS wear a properly approved helmet.
You should also wear suitable eye protec-
MODIFICATION tion.
Modification of the motorcycle, or removal of
original equipment may render the vehicle
unsafe or illegal.

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RIDING APPAREL FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE
Loose, fancy clothing can be uncomfortable MOTORCYCLE
and unsafe when riding your motorcycle. Your riding skill and your mechanical knowl-
Choose good quality motorcycle riding edge form the foundation for safe riding
apparel when riding your motorcycle. practices. We suggest that you practice
riding your motorcycle in a non-traffic situa-
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING tion until you are thoroughly familiar with
Review thoroughly the instructions in the your machine and its controls. Remember
“INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING” section of practice makes perfect.
this manual. Do not forget to perform an
entire safety inspection to ensure the safety KNOW YOUR LIMITS
of the rider and its passenger. Ride within the boundaries of your own skill
at all times. Knowing these limits and stay-
ing within them will help you to avoid acci-
dents.

1-6
BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUS ON RIDE DEFENSIVELY
BAD WEATHER DAYS The most common type of motorcycle acci-
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet dent occurs when a car traveling towards a
ones, requires extra caution. Braking dis- motorcycle turns round corner in front of the
tances double on a rainy day. Stay off of the motorcyclist. Ride defensively. Wise motor-
painted surface marks, manhole covers and cyclist uses a strategy of assuming they are
greasy appearing areas as they can be invisible to other drivers, even in broad day-
especially slippery. Use extreme caution at light. Wear bright, reflecting clothing. Turn
railway crossings and on metal gratings and on the headlight and taillight every time even
bridges. Whenever in doubt about road con- on a bright, sunny day to attract driver’s
dition, slow down! attention. Do not ride in another driver’s
blind spot.

1-7
LABELS SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Read and follow all the labels on the motor-
cycle. Make sure you understand all of the
labels. Do not remove any labels from the
motorcycle.

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The frame and/or engine serial numbers are NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM
used to register the motorcycle. They are (AUSTRALIA ONLY)
also used to assist your dealer when order-
ing parts or referring to special service infor- TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL
mation. The frame number 1 is stamped on SYSTEM PROHIBITED
the steering head tube. The engine serial Owners are warned that the law may pro-
number 2 is stamped on the crankcase hibit:
assembly.
(a) The removal or rendering inoperative by
Please write down the numbers in the box any person other than for purposes of
provided below for your future reference. maintenance, repair or replacement, of
any device or element of design incorpo-
Frame Number: rated into any new vehicle for the pur-
pose of noise control prior its sale or
delivery to the ultimate purchaser or
Engine Number:
while it is in use; and

(b) The use of the vehicle after such device

or element of design has been removed
or rendered inoperative by any person.

1-9
 CONTROLS
LOCATION OF PARTS ............................................................................................................................... 2-2 2
KEY ............................................................................................................................................................. 2-5
IGNITION SWITCH ..................................................................................................................................... 2-5
INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................................................................................................................ 2-7
LEFT HANDLEBAR .................................................................................................................................... 2-9
RIGHT HANDLEBAR ................................................................................................................................ 2-12
FUEL TANK CAP ...................................................................................................................................... 2-14
FUEL VALVE ............................................................................................................................................ 2-16
GEARSHIFT LEVER ................................................................................................................................. 2-19
REAR BRAKE PEDAL ............................................................................................................................. 2-20
HELMET HOLDER .................................................................................................................................... 2-20
SIDE STAND ............................................................................................................................................. 2-21
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................. 2-23

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CONTROLS
LOCATION OF PARTS

DR200S
1 Clutch lever 6 Front brake fluid reservoir
2 Left handlebar switches 7 Right handlebar switches
3 Speedometer 8 Front brake lever
4 Ignition switch 9 Throttle grip
5 Indicator light 0 Fuel tank cap
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 DR200S
A Fuel valve G Helmet holder
B Choke knob H Gearshift lever
C Throttle stop screw I Engine oil drain plug
D Air cleaner J Footrests
E Battery K Side stand
F Tools L Passenger footrests

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 DR200S
M Fuse Q Engine oil inspection window
N Carburetor R Rear brake pedal
O Spark plug S Engine oil filler cap
P Rear brake light switch T Engine oil filter

2-4
KEY IGNITION SWITCH

ON
F

OF
PUSH
LO
CK

N
IO
I G NIT

This motorcycle comes equipped with a pair The ignition switch has 3 positions:
of identical ignition keys. Keep the spare key
in a safe place. “OFF” POSITION
All electrical circuits are cut off. The engine
will not start. The key can be removed.

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“ON” POSITION
The ignition circuit is completed and the
engine can now be started. The headlight
 WARNING
and taillight will automatically be turned on Turning the ignition switch to the
when the key is in this position. The key can- “LOCK” position while the motorcycle is
not be removed from the ignition switch in moving can be hazardous. Moving the
this position. motorcycle while the steering is locked
can be hazardous. You could lose your
NOTE: Start the engine promptly after turn- balance and fall, or you could drop the
ing the key to the “ON” position, or the bat- motorcycle.
tery will lose power due to consumption by
the headlight and taillight. Stop the motorcycle and place it on the
side stand before locking the steering.
“LOCK” POSITION Never attempt to move the motorcycle
To lock the steering, turn the handlebar all when the steering is locked.
the way to the left. Push down and turn the
key to the “LOCK” position and remove the
key. All electrical circuits are cut off.

NOTE:
• Move the handlebar to the right and left,
to make sure that the steering has been
locked securely.
• When it cannot be locked easily, turn the
key to the “LOCK” position, moving the
handlebar slightly to the right.
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 INSTRUMENT PANEL
 WARNING
If the motorcycle falls down due to a slip
or collision, unexpected damage to the
motorcycle could cause the engine to F
ON

OF
keep running, which could result in a

PUSH
LO
CK

N
IO
I G NIT

fire, or could result in injury from moving

parts such as the rear wheel.

If the motorcycle falls down, turn the

ignition switch off immediately. Ask your
authorized Suzuki dealer to inspect the
SPEEDOMETER 1
motorcycle for unseen damage.
The speedometer indicates the road speed
in kilometers per hour.

ODOMETER 2
The odometer registers the total distance
that the motorcycle has been ridden. The
odometer ranges from 0 to 99999.9.

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 NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT “N” 5
The green indicator light will come on when
the transmission is in neutral. The light will
go out when you shift into any gear other
F
ON
than neutral.

OF
PUSH
LO
CK

N
IO
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TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT “”

6
When the turn signals are being operated
either to the right or to the left, the indicator
light will blink intermittently.
TRIP METER 4
The trip meter is a resettable odometer NOTE: If a turn signal light is not operating
located in the speedometer assembly. It can properly due to bulb filament or circuit fail-
be used to indicate the distance traveled on ure, the indicator light blinks more quickly to
short trips or between fuel stops. Turning notify the rider of the existence of a problem.
knob 3 counterclockwise will return the
meter to zero.

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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT “” 7 LEFT HANDLEBAR
This blue indicator light will be lit when the
headlight high beam is turned on.

CLUTCH LEVER 1
The clutch lever is used for disengaging the
drive to the rear wheel when starting the
engine or shifting transmission gears.
Squeezing the lever disengages the clutch.

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 NOTICE
Holding the dimmer switch between the
“” and “” position will light both
the high and low headlight beam. This
improper operation can damage the
motorcycle’s headlight.

Use the dimmer switch to select only the

“” or “” position.
DIMMER SWITCH 2
“” position
The headlight low beam turns on. NOTICE
Sticking tape or placing objects in front
“” position of the headlight can obstruct headlight
The headlight high beam turns on. The high heat radiation. This can result in head-
beam indicator light also comes on. light damage.

Do not stick tape on the headlight or

place objects in front of the headlight.

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 NOTICE  WARNING
Do not put objects in front of the head- Failure to use the turn signals, and fail-
light or taillight when they are on, and do ure to turn off the turn signals can be
not cover with clothes when the motor- hazardous. Other drivers may misjudge
cycle is stopped. your course and this may result in an
accident.
This may cause melting of the lens or
damage to the object by the heat from Always use the turn signals when you
the lens. intend to change lanes or make a turn.
Be sure to turn off the turn signals after
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH “” 3 completing the turn or lane change.
Moving the switch to the “” position will
flash the left turn signals. Moving the switch HORN SWITCH “” 4
to the “” position will flash the right turn Press the switch to sound the horn.
signals. The indicator light will also flash
intermittently. To cancel turn signal opera-
tion, push the switch in.

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RIGHT HANDLEBAR
NOTICE
Changing the engine stop switch from 
to  or from  to  to  while rid-
ing may damage to the engine or the cat-
alytic converter (if equipped).

Do not use the engine stop switch

except for an emergency.

FRONT BRAKE LEVER 2

ENGINE STOP SWITCH 1 The front brake is applied by squeezing the
“” position brake lever gently toward the throttle grip.
The ignition circuit is off. The engine cannot This motorcycle is equipped with disk brake
start or run. system and excessive pressure is not
required to slow the machine down properly.
“” position The brake light will be lit when the lever is
The ignition circuit is on and the engine can squeezed inward.
run.

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ELECTRIC STARTER SWITCH “” 3
Use this switch to operate the starter motor.
With the ignition switch in the “ON” position,
NOTICE
the engine stop switch in the “” position, Engaging the starter motor for more
and the transmission in neutral, squeeze the than five seconds at a time can damage
clutch lever and push the electric starter the starter motor and wiring harness
switch to start the engine. from overheating.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equipped with an Do not engage the starter motor for more
interlock system for the ignition and the than five seconds at a time. If the engine
starter circuit. The engine can only be does not start after several attempts,
started if: check the fuel supply and ignition sys-
• The transmission is in neutral and the tem. Refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING
clutch is disengaged, or section in this manual.
• The transmission is in gear, the side
stand is fully up, and the clutch is disen- THROTTLE GRIP 4
gaged. Engine speed is controlled by the position of
the throttle grip. Turn it toward you to
increase engine speed. Turn it away from
you to decrease engine speed.

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FRONT BRAKE LEVER PLAY FUEL TANK CAP
ADJUSTMENT

0.1 – 0.3 mm
(0.004 – 0.01 in)

To open the fuel tank cap, insert the ignition

key and turn it counterclockwise. Turn the
Adjust the front brake lever play as follows: cap counterclockwise and remove it. To
1. Loosen the lock nut 1. close the fuel tank cap, turn it clockwise.
2. Turn the adjuster 2 in or out to obtain The key must be in the cap lock before
the correct play of 0.1 – 0.3 mm (0.004 – installing the cap. Turn the key clockwise
0.01 in). and remove it.
3. Tighten the lock nut 1 securely.

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Use fresh gasoline when filling up the fuel
tank. Do not use bad gasoline which is con-
taminated with dirt, dust, water or other liq-
 WARNING
uid. Be careful that dirt, dust or water does If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel may
not enter the fuel tank when refueling. overflow when it expands due to engine
heat or heating by the sun. Fuel that
Fuel tank capacity: overflows can catch fire.
12.5 L (3.3/2.7 US/Imp. gal)
Stop adding fuel when the fuel level
reaches the bottom of the filler neck.

 WARNING
Failure to follow safety precautions
when refueling could result in a fire or
cause you to breathe toxic fumes.

Refuel in a well ventilated area. Make

sure the engine is off and avoid spilling
1 Bottom of the filler neck fuel on a hot engine. Do not smoke, and
2 Fuel make sure there are no open flames or
sparks in the area. Avoid breathing gas-
oline vapors. Keep children and pets
away when you refuel the motorcycle.

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 FUEL VALVE
NOTICE There are three positions: “ON,” “RES” and
“PRI.”
Filling the fuel tank with more than the
specified amount of fuel may cause
engine failure or make it difficult to start. RES
FUEL
Do not refuel above the bottom of the PRI
filler neck.
ON
ON

“ON” POSITION
The normal operating position for the fuel
valve lever is in the “ON” position.

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 RES RES
FUEL FUEL

PRI PRI

ON ON
RES PRI
“RES” (RESERVE) POSITION “PRI” (PRIMING) POSITION
If the fuel level in the tank is too low, turn the When there is no fuel in the carburetor, turn
fuel valve lever to the “RES” position to use the fuel valve lever to the “PRI” position.
the 2.5 L (0.7/0.5 US/Imp. gal) of reserve Upon starting the engine, be sure to return
fuel supply. the fuel valve lever to the “ON” position.

NOTE: After switching the fuel valve lever to

the “RES” position, refill the tank at the clos-
 WARNING
est gasoline station. After refueling, be sure Leaving the fuel valve lever in “PRI”
to move the fuel valve lever to the “ON” posi- position when the engine is off can be
tion. hazardous. The carburetor may overflow
and fuel may run into the engine. This
can cause a fire or cause severe damage
when you start the engine.
Always leave the fuel valve lever in the
“ON” or “RES” position.
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CHOKE KNOB “” The carburetor of this motorcycle is
equipped with a choke system to provide
easy starting. When starting a cold engine,
pull the choke knob all the way out. Immedi-
ately after the engine starts, return the
choke knob halfway and let the engine run
until the engine sufficiently warms up, there-
after push the choke knob down to its nor-
mal disengaged position. The choke system
will operate only when the throttle is in the
closed position as opening the throttle will
bypass the choke system. When the engine
is warm, the choke system does not need to
be used for starting.

NOTE: Refer to the RIDING TIPS section of

this manual for the engine starting proce-
dure.

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GEARSHIFT LEVER This motorcycle has a 5-speed transmission
which operates as shown. To shift properly,
squeeze the clutch lever and close the throt-
tle at the same time you operate the gear-
shift lever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshift
and depress the lever to downshift. Neutral
is located between 1st and 2nd gear. When
neutral is desired, depress or lift the lever
halfway between 1st and 2nd gear.

NOTE: When the transmission is in neutral,

the green indicator light on the instrument
panel will be lit. However, even though the
light is illuminated, cautiously and slowly
release the clutch lever to make sure that
the transmission is positively in neutral.

Reduce the motorcycle speed before down-

shifting. When down-shifting, the engine
speed should be increased before the clutch
is engaged. This will prevent unnecessary
wear on the drive train components and the
rear tire.

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REAR BRAKE PEDAL HELMET HOLDER

Depressing the rear brake pedal will apply To open the latch of the helmet holder, insert
the rear brake. The brake light will be illumi- the ignition key into the lock and turn it
nated when the rear brake is operated. clockwise. To close the latch, turn the key
counterclockwise.

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 SIDE STAND
 WARNING
Riding with a helmet fastened to the hel-
met holder can interfere with rider con-
trol.

Never carry a helmet fastened to a hel-

met holder. Fix the helmet securely atop
the seat if you must carry it.

This motorcycle is equipped with a side

stand to support the motorcycle when park-
ing.

An interlock system is provided to cut off the

ignition circuit when the side stand is down
and the transmission is in any gear other
than neutral.

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The side stand/ignition interlock system
works as follows:
1. If the side stand is down and the trans-
NOTICE
mission is in gear, the engine can not be If you do not take proper precautions
started. when parking, the motorcycle can fall
2. If the engine is running and the transmis- over.
sion is shifted into gear with the side
stand down, the engine will stop running. Park the motorcycle on firm, level
3. If the engine is running and the side ground whenever possible. If you must
stand is put down with the transmission park on an incline, aim the front of the
in gear, the engine will stop running. motorcycle uphill and put the transmis-
sion into 1st gear to reduce the possibil-
ity of rolling off the side stand.
 WARNING
Riding with the side stand incompletely
retracted can result in an accident when
you turn left.

Check operation of the side stand/igni-

tion interlock system before riding.
Always retract the side stand completely
before starting off.

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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT Rear Suspension Label

REAR SUSPENSION  WARNING

Spring Pre-load Adjustment

This unit contains high-pressure

nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.

• Keep away from fire and heat.

• Read owner’s manual for more
information.
The adjustment can be performed by chang-
ing the adjuster ring position. However,
Suzuki recommends that this adjustment be NOTE: Ask your Suzuki dealer to dispose of
done by your authorized Suzuki dealer, the rear suspension unit.
since a special tool is needed for this job.

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 FUEL AND ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
FUEL OCTANE RATING ............................................................................................................................ 3-2
OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION ............................................................................................. 3-3
ENGINE OIL ................................................................................................................................................ 3-4 3

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FUEL AND ENGINE OIL NOTE:
• If the engine develops some trouble like
RECOMMENDATIONS lack of acceleration or insufficient power,
the cause may be due to the fuel the
motorcycle uses. In such case, try
FUEL OCTANE RATING changing to a different gas station. If the
Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating situation is not improved by changing,
of 91 or higher (Research method). consult your Suzuki dealer.
Unleaded gasoline can extend spark plug • If pinking or knocking is experienced,
life and exhaust components life. substitute higher octane grade gasoline
or another brand, because there are dif-
(Canada)
ferences between brands.
Your vehicle requires unleaded gasoline with
a minimum pump octane rating of 87
((R+M)/2 method). In some areas, the only
fuels that are available are oxygenated
fuels.

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OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION Gasoline/Ethanol Blends
(Canada, UK, EU) Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
Oxygenated fuels which meet the minimum (grain alcohol), also known as “GASOHOL”,
octane requirement and the requirements are commercially available in some areas.
described below may be used in your motor- Blends of this type may be used in your
cycle without jeopardizing the New Vehicle motorcycle if they are no more than 10%
Limited Warranty or the Emission Control ethanol. Make sure this gasoline-ethanol
System Warranty. blend has octane ratings no lower than
those recommended for gasoline.
NOTE: Oxygenated fuels are fuels which
contain oxygen-carrying additives such as Use the recommended gasoline.
alcohol.

or

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NOTE: ENGINE OIL
• To help minimize air pollution, Suzuki
recommends that you use oxygenated DESCRIPTION
fuels. Engine life depends on oil amount and qual-
• Be sure that any oxygenated fuel you ity. Daily oil level checks and periodic
use has recommended octane ratings. changes are two of the most important
• If you are not satisfied with the drivability maintenance items to be performed.
or fuel economy of your motorcycle
when you are using an oxygenated fuel, NOTE: Before adding, draining, or replacing
or if engine pinging is experienced, sub- engine oil, read cautions on the engine oil
stitute another brand as there are differ- container and instructions in this section.
ences between brands.

NOTICE
Spilled gasoline containing alcohol can
damage the painted surfaces of your
motorcycle.

Be careful not to spill any fuel when fill-

ing the fuel tank. Wipe spilled gasoline
up immediately.

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SELECTING THE ENGINE OIL SAE Engine Oil Viscosity
Suzuki recommends the use of SUZUKI If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available,
Genuine Oil or Equivalent Engine Oil. select an alternative according to the follow-
ing chart.
< SUZUKI Genuine Oil >
Standard
SAE JASO
Oil
ECSTAR R9000 10W-40 MA
ENGINE OIL
ECSTAR R7000 10W-40 MA
ECSTAR R5000 10W-40 MA

< Equivalent Engine Oil > TEMP.

Equivalent Engine Oil means engine oil that
meets the following standards. * USE ONLY SG, SH, SJ or SL.

SAE API JASO

SG, SH, SJ, SL,
10W-40 MA (MA1, MA2)
SM or SN

API: American Petroleum Institute

JASO: Japanese Automobile Standards
Organization

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JASO T903 Energy Conserving
The JASO T903 standard is an index to Suzuki does not recommend the use of
select engine oils for 4-stroke motorcycle “ENERGY CONSERVING” or “RESOURCE
and ATV engines. Motorcycle and ATV CONSERVING” oils. Some engine oils
engines lubricate clutch and transmission which have an API classification of SH, SJ,
gears with engine oil. JASO T903 specifies SL, SM or SN have an “ENERGY CON-
performance requirements for motorcycle SERVING” or “RESOURCE CONSERVING”
and ATV clutches and transmissions. indication in the API classification donut
mark. These oils can affect engine life and
There are two classes, MA (MA1, MA2) and clutch performance.
MB. For example, the oil container shows
the classification as follows.

1 Code number of oil sales company

2 Oil classification

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 API SG, SH, SJ, SL, SM or SN

SERVICE
PI

SJ
A
SAE
10W-40

Recommended

API SH, SJ, SL or SM API SN

SERVICE ERVICE
PI IS
AP

SN
SJ
A

SAE SAE
RES

10W-40 10W-40 IN G
ENE

NG

RV
VI

UR
O

GY
R

R CE C O NSE
CONSE

Not recommended

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 BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) AND
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING

MAXIMUM THROTTLE OPERATION RECOMMENDATION .................................................................... 4-2

VARY THE ENGINE SPEED ...................................................................................................................... 4-2
AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED .............................................................................................................. 4-3
ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING ................................................................ 4-3
OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND MOST CRITICAL SERVICE ..................................................................... 4-3 4
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ................................................................................................................. 4-4

4-1
BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) AND VARY THE ENGINE SPEED
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING The engine speed should be varied and not
held at a constant speed. This allows the
parts to be “loaded” with pressure, and then
The opening explains how important proper
unloaded, allowing the parts to cool. This
break-in is to achieving maximum life and
aids the mating process of the parts. It is
performance from your new Suzuki. The fol-
essential that some stress be placed on the
lowing guidelines explain proper break-in
engine components during break-in to
procedures.
ensure this mating process. Do not, though,
apply excessive load on the engine.
MAXIMUM THROTTLE OPERATION
RECOMMENDATION
This table shows the maximum recom-
mended throttle operation during the break-
in period.

800 km Less than

Initial
(500 miles) 1/2 throttle
1600 km Less than
Up to
(1000 miles) 3/4 throttle

4-2
AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND MOST
Operating the engine at constant low speed CRITICAL SERVICE
(light load) can cause parts to glaze and not The 1000 km (600 miles) service is the most
seat in. Allow the engine to accelerate freely important service your motorcycle will
through the gears, without exceeding the receive. During break-in all of the engine
recommended maximum limits. Do not, components will have worn in and all of the
however, use full throttle for the first 1600 other parts will have seated in. All adjust-
km (1000 miles). ments will be restored, all fasteners will be
tightened, and the dirty oil and oil filter will
be replaced. Timely performance of the
ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE 1000 km (600 miles) service will ensure
BEFORE RIDING optimum service life and performance from
Allow sufficient idling time after warm or cold the engine.
engine start up before applying load or rev-
ving the engine. This allows time for the NOTE: The 1000 km (600 miles) service
lubricating oil to reach all critical engine should be performed as outlined in the
components. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section
of this Owner’s Manual. Pay particular atten-
tion to the CAUTION and WARNING mes-
sages in that section.

4-3
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
 WARNING
 WARNING If you operate this motorcycle with
Failure to inspect your motorcycle improper tires or improper or uneven tire
before riding and to properly maintain pressure, you may lose control of the
your motorcycle increases the chances motorcycle. This will increase your risk
of an accident or equipment damage. of an accident.

Always inspect your motorcycle each Always use tires of the size and type
time you use it to make sure it is in safe specified in this owner’s manual. Always
operating condition. Refer to the maintain proper tire pressure as
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE sec- described in the INSPECTION AND
tion in this owner’s manual. MAINTENANCE section.

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Before riding the motorcycle, be sure to
WHAT TO
check the following items. Never underesti- CHECK
CHECK FOR:
mate the importance of these checks. Per-
form all of them before riding the Steering • Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
motorcycle. • No play or looseness
Throttle • Correct play in the throttle cable
 WARNING ( 6-36) • Smooth operation and positive
return of the throttle grip to the
Checking maintenance items when the closed position
engine is running can be hazardous. You Clutch • Correct play in the cable
could be severely injured if your hands ( 6-38) • Smooth and progressive action
or clothing get caught in moving parts. Brakes • Proper pedal and lever
( 2-12, 2-20, operation
Shut the engine off when performing 6-46) • Fluid level in the reservoir to be
above “LOWER” line
maintenance checks, except when • No fluid leakage
checking the lights, engine stop switch, • Brake pads not worn down to
and throttle. the limit line
• Correct pedal and lever play
• No “sponginess”
Suspensions Smooth movement
( 2-23)
Fuel Enough fuel for the planned
( 2-7) distance of operation
Drive chain • Proper tension or slack
( 6-41) • Adequate lubrication

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Tires • Correct pressure
( 6-55) • Adequate tread depth
• No cracks or cuts
Engine oil Correct level
( 6-25)
Lighting Operation of all lights and
( 2-7, 2-9) indicators
Horn Correct function
( 2-11)
Engine stop Correct function
switch
( 2-12)
Side stand/ Proper operation
Ignition interlock
system
( 6-59)

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 RIDING TIPS
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................................................................................................... 5-2
STARTING OFF .......................................................................................................................................... 5-4
USING THE TRANSMISSION .................................................................................................................... 5-6
RIDING ON HILLS ...................................................................................................................................... 5-8
STOPPING AND PARKING ........................................................................................................................ 5-8
CARRYING A PASSENGER .................................................................................................................... 5-11
5

5-1
RIDING TIPS When the Engine is Cold:
1. Pull out the choke knob fully.
2. Squeeze the clutch lever.
STARTING THE ENGINE 3. With the throttle grip in the fully closed
Before attempting to start the engine, make position, push the electric starter switch.
sure: 4. Immediately after the engine starts, keep
1. The transmission is in neutral. the engine speed at 2000 r/min by vary-
2. The fuel valve lever is in the “ON” posi- ing the choke knob position.
tion. 5. Move the choke knob to the “OFF” posi-
3. The engine stop switch is in the “” tion approximately 30 seconds after
position. engine starts. It may be necessary to
use the choke longer than 30 seconds in
NOTE: This motorcycle is equipped with an extremely cold weather.
interlock system for the ignition circuit and
the starter circuit. The engine can only be
started if:
• The transmission is in neutral and the
clutch is disengaged, or
• The transmission is in gear, the side
stand is fully up and the clutch is disen-
gaged.

5-2
When the Engine is Warm:
1. Confirm that the choke knob is in the
“OFF” position.
NOTICE
2. Squeeze the clutch lever. Leaving the engine running for an
3. With the throttle grip opened 1/8 to 1/4, extended period or keeping the throttle
push the electric starter switch. opened, without traveling, in order to
charge the battery, etc., may cause the
NOTE: Operation of the carburetor choke engine to overheat. Overheating may
system is usually not necessary when the damage engine parts or motorcycle
engine is warm. parts, and cause the exhaust pipe to
change color.
 WARNING Stop the engine if you do not intend to
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, begin riding promptly.
a dangerous gas that is difficult to detect
because it is colorless and odorless.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
death or severe injury.

Never start the engine or let it run

indoors or where there is little or no ven-
tilation.

5-3
STARTING OFF
 WARNING
 WARNING If you remove even one hand or foot
Riding at excessive speeds increases from the motorcycle, you can reduce
your chances of losing control of the your ability to control the motorcycle.
motorcycle, which can result in an acci- This could cause you to lose your bal-
dent. ance and fall off the motorcycle. If you
remove a foot from a footrest, your foot
Always ride at a speed that is proper for or leg may come in contact with the rear
the terrain, visibility and operating con- wheel. This could injure you or cause an
ditions, and your skills and experience. accident.

Always keep both hands on the handle-

bars and both feet on the footrests of
your motorcycle during operation.

5-4
 1. Warm up the engine.
 WARNING 2. Squeeze the clutch lever and depress
the gearshift lever downward.
Sudden side winds, which can occur 3. Turn the throttle grip toward you. At the
when being passed by larger vehicles, at same time release the clutch lever gently
tunnel exits or in hilly areas, can cause and the motorcycle will move forward.
you to lose control of the motorcycle. 4. As speed increases, change up to the
next higher gear. Close the throttle and
Reduce your speed and be alert to the squeeze the clutch lever simultaneously.
possibility of sudden side winds. Lift the gearshift lever upward. Release
the clutch lever gently and open the
throttle grip again.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equipped with a

side stand/ignition interlock system. If you
shift the transmission into gear when the
side stand is down, the engine will stop run-
ning.

5-5
USING THE TRANSMISSION The table below shows the approximate
The transmission is provided to keep the speed range for each gear.
engine operating smoothly in its normal
operating speed range. The gear ratios have (Canada)
been carefully chosen to meet the charac- Shifting up schedule
teristics of the engine. The rider should
always select the most suitable gear for the Gear position km/h mph
prevailing conditions. Never slip the clutch to 1st  2nd 18 11
control road speed, but rather downshift to 2nd  3rd 32 20
allow the engine to run within its normal
3rd  4th 42 26
operational range.
4th  5th 56 35

Shifting down schedule

Gear position km/h mph

5th  4th 42 26
4th  3rd 32 20
3rd  2nd 18 11
2nd  1st 11 6

Disengage the clutch when the motorcycle

speed drops below 10 km/h (6 mph).

5-6
  WARNING  WARNING
Downshifting when engine speed is too Downshifting while the motorcycle is
high can; leaned over in a corner may cause rear
• cause the rear wheel to skid and lose wheel skid and loss of control.
traction due to increased engine brak-
ing, resulting in an accident; or Reduce your speed and downshift
• force the engine to overrev in the before entering the corner.
lower gear, resulting in engine dam-
age.
NOTICE
Reduce speed before downshifting.
Improper gearshift lever operation can
damage the transmission.

• Do not rest your foot on the gearshift

lever.
• Do not use force to shift gears.

5-7
RIDING ON HILLS STOPPING AND PARKING
• When climbing steep hills, the motorcy- 1. Turn the throttle grip away from yourself
cle may begin to slow down and show to close the throttle completely.
lack of power. At this point you should 2. Apply the front and rear brakes evenly
shift to a lower gear so that the engine and at the same time.
will again be operating in its normal 3. Downshift through the gears as road
power range. Shift rapidly to prevent the speed decreases.
motorcycle from losing momentum. 4. Select neutral with the clutch lever
• When riding down a steep hill, the squeezed toward the grip (disengaged
engine may be used for braking by shift- position) when the motorcycle is almost
ing to a lower gear. completely stopped. Neutral position can
• Be careful, however, not to allow the be confirmed by observing the neutral
engine to over rev. indicator light.

5-8
  WARNING  WARNING
Inexperienced riders tend to underuti- Continuous brake application for a long
lize the front brake. This can cause time can overheat the brakes and reduce
excessive stopping distance and lead to their effectiveness, which can result in
a collision. Using only the front or rear an accident.
brake can cause skidding and loss of
control. Slow down sufficiently before approach-
ing a slope.
Apply both brakes evenly and at the
same time.
 WARNING
 WARNING Hard braking on wet, loose, rough, or
other slippery surfaces can cause wheel
Hard braking while turning may cause skid and loss of control.
wheel skid and loss of control.
Brake lightly and with care on slippery or
Brake before you begin to turn. irregular surfaces.

5-9
 5. Park the motorcycle on a firm, flat sur-
 WARNING face where it will not fall over.

Following another vehicle too closely

can lead to a collision. As vehicle  CAUTION
speeds increase, stopping distance A hot muffler can cause severe burns.
increases progressively. The muffler will be hot enough to cause
burns for some time after stopping the
Always maintain a safe stopping dis- engine.
tance between you and the vehicle in
front of you. Park the motorcycle where pedestrians
or children are not likely to touch the
muffler.
NOTICE
Holding the motorcycle stopped with NOTE: If the motorcycle is to be parked on
throttle and clutch lever operation on the side stand on a slight slope, the front
inclines can damage the motorcycle’s end of the motorcycle should face “up” the
clutch. incline to avoid rolling forward off the side
stand. You may leave the motorcycle in 1st
Use the brakes when stopping the gear to help prevent it from rolling off the
motorcycle on inclines. side stand. Shift to neutral before starting
the engine.

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6. Turn the key to the “OFF” position. CARRYING A PASSENGER
7. Turn the handlebars all the way to the Before you invite someone to be a passen-
left and lock the steering for security. ger on your motorcycle, you need to be thor-
8. Remove the key. oughly familiar with motorcycle operation.
Adjust tire pressures and suspension
NOTE: If an optional anti-theft lock such as according to the Tire Pressure and Loading
a U-shape lock, brake disk lock or chain is section and the Suspension section of this
used to avoid theft, be sure to remove the manual.
anti-theft lock before moving the motorcycle.
The passenger should always hold onto
your waist or hips, or onto the seat strap or
grab bar, as equipped. Ask your passenger
not to make any sudden movements. When
you lean going around a corner, the passen-
ger should lean with you. The passenger
should always keep his or her feet on the
footrests, even when you are stopped at a
light.

5-11
To help prevent burn injuries, warn your pas-
senger not to contact the muffler when
mounting or dismounting your motorcycle.
 WARNING
Carrying a passenger or attaching cargo
Although your Dual Sport motorcycle is to the seat can greatly reduce your abil-
equipped to carry a passenger, carrying a ity to balance and steer this motorcycle
passenger or cargo while riding in rough ter- on rough terrain. You may need the full
rain could be hazardous. Carrying a passen- length of the seat to change position to
ger or strapping cargo to the passenger seat maneuver the motorcycle and deal with
can greatly reduce your ability to balance quickly changing off-road conditions,
and steer the motorcycle and deal with and a passenger or cargo may interfere
quickly changing off-road conditions. Ride at with your movement. If you lose control
a reduced speed and limit your off-road rid- of the motorcycle, both you and the pas-
ing to smooth, level surfaces when carrying senger can be severely injured.
a passenger or cargo.
Never carry a passenger or cargo on the
seat when riding on rough terrain.
Reduce your speed and avoid uneven
surfaces, hills, narrow trails, and other
rough terrain when you carry a passen-
ger or cargo off-road.

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 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................................................................................................... 6-2
TOOLS ........................................................................................................................................................ 6-7
LUBRICATION POINTS ............................................................................................................................. 6-7
FRAME COVER AND SEAT REMOVAL .................................................................................................... 6-9
BATTERY .................................................................................................................................................. 6-11
AIR CLEANER .......................................................................................................................................... 6-16
SPARK PLUG ........................................................................................................................................... 6-22
FUEL HOSE .............................................................................................................................................. 6-25
ENGINE OIL .............................................................................................................................................. 6-25 6
CARBURETOR ......................................................................................................................................... 6-35
CLUTCH .................................................................................................................................................... 6-38
DRIVE CHAIN ........................................................................................................................................... 6-41
BRAKES ................................................................................................................................................... 6-46
TIRES ........................................................................................................................................................ 6-55
SPOKE NIPPLE TIGHTNESS .................................................................................................................. 6-58
SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM ...................................................................................... 6-59
SPARK ARRESTER ................................................................................................................................. 6-61
FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL ..................................................................................................................... 6-63
REAR WHEEL REMOVAL ....................................................................................................................... 6-66
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................ 6-70
FUSE ......................................................................................................................................................... 6-77

6-1
INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE  WARNING
Improper maintenance or failure to per-
form recommended maintenance can
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE lead to an accident.
The chart indicates the intervals between
periodic services in miles, kilometers and Keep your motorcycle in good condition.
months. At the end of each interval, be sure Ask your Suzuki dealer or a qualified
to inspect, check, lubricate and service as mechanic to perform the maintenance
instructed. If your motorcycle is used under items marked with an asterisk (*). You
high stress conditions such as continuous may perform the unmarked mainte-
full throttle operation, or is operated in a nance items by referring to the instruc-
dusty climate, certain services should be tions in this section, if you have
performed more often to ensure reliability of mechanical experience. If you are not
the machine as explained in the mainte- sure how to do any of the jobs, ask your
nance section. Your Suzuki dealer can pro- Suzuki dealer to do the maintenance.
vide you with further guidelines. Steering
components, suspensions and wheel com-
ponents are key items and require very spe-
cial and careful servicing. For maximum
safety we suggest that you have these items
inspected and serviced by your authorized
Suzuki dealer or a qualified service
mechanic.

6-2
  WARNING NOTICE
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, Servicing electric parts with the ignition
a dangerous gas that is difficult to detect switch in the “ON” position can damage
because it is colorless and odorless. the electric parts when the electric cir-
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause cuit is shorted.
death or severe injury.
Turn off the ignition switch before servic-
Never start the engine or let it run ing the electric parts to avoid short-cir-
indoors or where there is little or no ven- cuit damage.
tilation.

6-3
 NOTE: The MAINTENANCE CHART speci-
NOTICE fied the minimum requirements for mainte-
nance. If you use your motorcycle under
Poorly-made replacement parts can severe conditions, perform maintenance
cause your motorcycle to wear more more often than shown in the chart. If you
quickly and may shorten its useful life. have any questions regarding maintenance
intervals, consult your Suzuki dealer or a
When replacing parts on your vehicle, qualified mechanic.
use only genuine Suzuki replacement
parts or their equivalent.

6-4
MAINTENANCE CHART
Interval: This interval should be judged by number of months or odometer reading, whichever
comes first.

Interval months 2 12 24 36
km 1000 5000 10000 15000
Item miles 600 3000 6000 9500
* Exhaust pipe bolts – T T T
Air cleaner ( 6-16) – C C C
* Valve clearance I I I I
Spark plug ( 6-22) – I R I
– I I I
Fuel hose ( 6-25)
* Replace every 4 years
Idle speed (Carburetor) ( 6-35) I I I I
Throttle cable play (Carburetor) ( 6-36) I I I I
Clutch ( 6-38) I I I I
Engine oil ( 6-25) R R R R
Engine oil filter ( 6-27) R – R –
I I I I
Drive chain ( 6-41)
Clean and lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

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 Interval months 2 12 24 36
km 1000 5000 10000 15000
Item miles 600 3000 6000 9500
* Brakes ( 6-46) I I I I
– I I I
Brake hose ( 6-46)
* Replace every 4 years
– I I I
Brake fluid ( 6-47)
* Replace every 2 years
Tire ( 6-55) – I I I
* Steering I – I –
* Front fork – – I –
* Rear suspension ( 2-23) – – I –
* Chassis bolts and nuts T T T T
Spark arrester ( 6-61) – C C C
Lubrication ( 6-7) Lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

NOTE: I= Inspect and clean, adjust, replace or lubricate as necessary;

C= Clean; T= Tighten; R= Replace

6-6
TOOLS 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 motorcy-
cle after a long rough ride and after getting it
wet it in the rain or after washing it. Major
lubrication points are indicated below.

NOTICE
Lubricating electrical switches can dam-
A tool kit is supplied. age the switches.

Do not apply grease or oil to electrical

switches.

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 1..... Clutch lever pivot and clutch cable
2..... Side stand pivot and spring hook
3..... Drive chain
4..... Brake lever pivot
5..... Brake pedal pivot

 ....Motor oil
 ....Grease
D ....Drive chain lubricant

6-8
FRAME COVER AND SEAT REMOVAL
The frame covers and the seat can be
removed when servicing some parts of your
motorcycle. When removing them, follow the
procedure below:
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.

2. Remove the bolt. Unhook the hooks and

remove the right and left side frame
cover 1.

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 4. Remove the seat by sliding rearward.

3. Remove the bolt. Unhook the hooks and

remove the right and left side frame
cover 2.

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To reinstall the seat, slide the seat hook into BATTERY
the seat hook retainer on the frame, then The battery is a sealed type battery and
tighten the bolts securely. requires no maintenance. Have your dealer
check the battery’s state of charge periodi-
 WARNING cally.

Failure to install the seat properly could NOTE:

allow the seat to move and cause loss of • For charging a sealed type battery, use a
rider control. battery charger applicable to a sealed
type battery.
Latch the seat securely in its proper • If you cannot charge the battery, consult
position. your authorized Suzuki dealer.

 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Lead is harmful to your health if
it gets into your blood stream.

Wash hands after handling any parts

containing lead.

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  WARNING  WARNING
Diluted sulfuric acid from the battery can Batteries produce flammable hydrogen
cause blindness or severe burns. gas which can explode if exposed to
flames or sparks.
When working near the battery, use
proper eye protection and gloves. Flush Keep flames and sparks away from the
eyes or body with ample water and get battery. Never smoke when working near
medical care immediately if you suffer the battery.
injury. Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
 WARNING
Wiping the battery with a dry cloth can
cause a static electricity spark, which
can start a fire.

Wipe the battery with a damp cloth to

avoid static electricity build up.

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 BATTERY REMOVAL
NOTICE To remove the battery, follow the procedure
below:
Exceeding the maximum charging rate 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.
for the battery can shorten its life. 2. Remove the left side frame covers by
referring to the FRAME COVER AND
Never exceed the maximum charging SEAT REMOVAL section.
rate for the battery.

3. Disconnect the negative (–) terminal 3.

4. Remove the cap. Disconnect the positive
(+) terminal 4.
5. Remove the band 5.
6. Remove the battery 6.

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To install the battery:
1. Install the battery in the reverse order of
removal.
 WARNING
2. Connect the battery terminals securely. Batteries contain toxic substances
including sulfuric acid and lead. They
could cause injury to humans or could
NOTICE damage the environment.
Reversing the battery lead wires can
damage the charging system and the A used battery must be disposed of or
battery. recycled according to local law and must
not be discarded with ordinary house-
Always attach the red lead to the (+) pos- hold waste. Make sure not to tip over the
itive terminal and the black (or black with battery when you remove it from the
white tracer) lead to the (–) negative ter- vehicle. Otherwise, sulfuric acid could
minal. run out and you might be injured.

NOTE:
• Select the same type MF battery when
replacing the battery.
• Recharge the battery once a month if the
motorcycle is not used for a long time.

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 By ensuring the used battery is disposed of
or recycled correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of the battery. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information
Pb about disposing or recycling of the used bat-
tery, consult your Suzuki dealer.

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol A

located on the battery label indicates that a
used battery should be collected separately
from ordinary household waste.
The chemical symbol of “Pb” B indicates
the battery contains more than 0.004% lead.

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AIR CLEANER
If the elements have become clogged with  WARNING
dust, intake resistance will increase with a
resultant decrease in power output and an Operating the engine without the air
increase in fuel consumption. If you use your cleaner element in place can be hazard-
motorcycle under normal low-stress condi- ous. A flame can spit back from the
tions, you should service the air cleaner at engine to the air intake box without the
the intervals specified. If you ride in dusty, air cleaner element to stop it. Severe
wet or muddy conditions, you will need to engine damage can also occur if dirt
inspect the air cleaner element much more enters the engine due to running the
frequently. Use the following procedure to engine without the air cleaner element.
remove the element and inspect it.
Never run the engine without the air
cleaner element in place.

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 REMOVING THE ELEMENT
NOTICE 1. Remove the right and left frame covers
and seat by referring to the FRAME
Failure to inspect the air cleaner element COVER AND SEAT REMOVAL section.
frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions can damage
your motorcycle. The air cleaner element
can become clogged under these condi-
tions, and engine damage may result.

Always inspect the air cleaner element

after riding in severe conditions. Clean
or replace the element as necessary. If
water gets in the air cleaner case, imme-
diately clean the element and the inside
of the case.
2. Unhook the hooks and remove the air
cleaner cap 1.

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3. Remove the wing nut 2 and remove the 4. Separate the polyurethane foam element
polyurethane foam element assembly from the frame.
3.

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WASHING THE ELEMENT 4. Put the element in a wash pan. Pour in
Wash the element as follows: some air filter oil B and work the oil into
the element.
5. Squeeze the element to remove the
excess oil.

NOTICE
A torn air cleaner element will allow dirt
to enter the engine and can damage the
engine.

Replace the air cleaner element with a

1. Fill a wash pan larger than the element new one if it is torn. Carefully examine
with a non-flammable cleaning solvent the air cleaner element for tears during
A. Dip the element in the solvent and cleaning.
wash it.
2. Squeeze the element by pressing it 6. Clean any dirt or debris from inside the
between the palms of both hands to air cleaner case. Be sure no dirt enters
remove the excess solvent. Do not twist, the carburetor.
or wring the element, or it will develop 7. Reinstall the cleaner element in reverse
cracks. order of removal. Be sure that the ele-
3. Dry the element. ment is securely in position and is prop-
erly sealed.

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  WARNING NOTICE
New and used oil and solvent can be Failure to position the air cleaner ele-
hazardous. Children and pets may be ment properly can allow dirt to bypass
harmed by swallowing new or used oil or the air cleaner element. This will cause
solvent. Repeated, prolonged contact engine damage.
with used engine oil may cause skin can-
cer. Brief contact with used oil or solvent Be sure to properly install the air cleaner
may irritate skin. element.

• Keep new and used oil and solvent NOTE: Be careful not to spray water on the
away from children and pets. air cleaner box when cleaning the motorcy-
• Wear a long-sleeve shirt and water- cle.
proof gloves.
• Wash with soap if oil or solvent con-
tacts your skin.

NOTE: Recycle or properly dispose of used

oil and solvent.

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AIR CLEANER DRAIN PLUGS Remove the plugs and drain water and oil at
the periodic maintenance interval.

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SPARK PLUG
NOTICE
An improper spark plug may have an
incorrect fit or inappropriate heat range
for your engine. This may cause severe
engine damage which may not be cov-
ered under warranty.

Use one of the spark plugs listed or their

equivalent. Consult your Suzuki dealer if
you are not sure which spark plug is cor-
rect for your type of usage.
A normally operating spark plug is very light-
brown in color. If the standard plug is not
suitable for your riding, change it according NOTE: This motorcycle uses a resistor-type
to the chart below: spark plug to avoid jamming electronic
parts. Improper spark plug selection may
cause electronic interference with your
motorcycle’s ignition system, resulting in
motorcycle performance problems. Use only
the recommended spark plugs.

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Plug Replacement Guide

NGK DENSO REMARKS

If the standard plug is
wet in appearance or
DR7EA X22ESR-U
very dark in color,
replace with this plug.
DR8EA X24ESR-U Standard
If the standard plug is
glazed appearing or
DR9EA X27ESR-U
very white, replace with
0.6 – 0.7 mm
this plug.
(0.024 – 0.028 in)

A spark plug heavily carboned or otherwise

fouled will not produce strong sparking.
Adjust the spark plug gap to 0.6 – 0.7 mm
(0.024 – 0.028 in) by measuring with a thick-
ness gauge.

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 NOTICE NOTICE
Improper installation of the spark plug Dirt can damage the moving engine
can damage your motorcycle. An overly- parts of your motorcycle if it enters an
tight or cross-threaded spark plug will open spark plug hole.
damage the aluminum threads of the cyl-
inder head. Cover the spark plug hole while the
spark plug is out of the hole.
Carefully turn the spark plug by hand
into the threads. If the spark plug is new,
tighten it with a wrench about 1/2 turn
past finger tight. If you are reusing the
old spark plug, tighten it with a wrench
about 1/8 turn past finger tight.

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FUEL HOSE ENGINE OIL
Long engine life depends much on the
selection of a quality oil and the periodic
changing of the oil. Daily oil level checks and
periodic changes are two of the most impor-
tant maintenance items to be performed.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK

Follow the procedure below to inspect the
engine oil level.
1. Place the motorcycle on level ground on
the side stand.
Inspect the fuel hose for damage and fuel 2. Start the engine and run it for three min-
leakage. If any defects are found, the fuel utes.
hose must be replaced. 3. Stop the engine and wait three minutes.

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 NOTICE
Operating the motorcycle with too little
or too much oil can damage the engine.

Place the motorcycle on level ground.

Check the oil level with the engine oil
inspection window before each use of
the vehicle. Be sure the engine oil level
is always above the “L” (low) line and not
4. Hold the motorcycle vertically and check higher than the “F” (full) line.
the engine oil level through the engine oil
level inspection window. The engine oil
level should be between “L” (low) and “F”
(full) lines.

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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
The oil should be changed when the engine
is hot so that the oil will drain thoroughly
from the engine. The procedure is as fol-
lows:
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.

4. Remove the drain plug 2 and gasket 3

with a wrench and drain out the engine
oil while holding the motorcycle verti-
cally.

2. Remove the oil filler cap 1.

 CAUTION
3. Place a drain pan under the drain plug. Hot engine oil and exhaust pipes can
burn you.

Wait until the oil drain plug and exhaust

pipes are cool enough to touch with bare
hands before draining oil.

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  WARNING NOTICE
Children and pets may be harmed by Turning the engine while draining the
swallowing new or used oil. Repeated, engine oil will cause oil film shortage
prolonged contact with used engine oil and adversely affect the engine.
may cause skin cancer. Brief contact
with oil may irritate skin. Do not use the electric starter switch
during engine oil replacement work.
Keep new and used oil and used oil fil-
ters away from children and pets. To NOTE:
minimize your exposure to used oil, wear • Recycle or properly dispose of used oil.
a long-sleeve shirt and moisture-proof • Before starting the work, check that
gloves (such as dishwashing gloves) there is not any dust, mud, or foreign
when changing oil. If oil contacts your object inside the oil jug or on the oil filter
skin, wash thoroughly with soap and mounting surface.
water. Launder any clothing or rags if
wet with oil. Recycle or properly dispose
of used oil and filters.

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5. Remove the three nuts 4 holding the fil-
ter cap 5 in place.

6. Replace the oil filter 6 and the “O” ring

7 with a new one.

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 NOTICE
Failure to use an oil filter with the correct
design can damage your motorcycle’s
engine.

Be sure to use a genuine Suzuki oil filter

or an equivalent one designed for your
motorcycle.

7. Before fitting the oil filter cap, be sure to

NOTICE check that the filter spring 8 and the “O”
Failure to insert the new oil filter cor- ring 9 are fitted correctly.
rectly can damage the engine. No oil NOTE: Use a new “O” ring each time the fil-
flow will result if the element is inserted
ter element is replaced.
backwards.
8. Reinstall the oil filter cap 5 and tighten
Insert the open end of the new oil filter the nuts 4 securely.
into the engine.

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OIL STRAINER CLEANING

10. Remove the screws and oil strainer A.

9. Remove the bolts and oil strainer cap 0.

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11. Clean the strainer using compressed air. 12. Reinstall the strainer A and tighten the
screws securely.

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 14. Replace the drain plug gasket 3 with a
new one. Reinstall the drain plug 2 and
gasket 3. Tighten the plug securely with
a torque wrench. Pour 950 ml (1.0/0.84
US/Imp. qt) of new engine oil through the
filler hole and install the filler cap. Be
sure to always use the specified engine
oil described in the FUEL AND ENGINE
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS section.

Drain plug tightening torque:

13. Replace the O-ring B with a new one. 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 lbf-ft)
Reinstall the strainer cap 0 and tighten
the bolts securely. NOTE: About 850 ml (0.90/0.75 US/Imp. qt)
of oil will be required when changing oil only.

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 15. Start the engine (while the motorcycle is
NOTICE outside on level ground) and allow it to
idle for three minutes.
Engine damage may occur if you use oil 16. Turn the engine off and wait approxi-
that does not meet Suzuki’s specifica- mately three minutes. Recheck the oil
tions. level on the engine oil inspection window
while holding the motorcycle vertically. If
Be sure to use the oil specified in the the engine oil level is found to be lower
FUEL AND ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDA- than “L” line, add the engine oil so that
TIONS section. the level comes to in between “L” line
and “F” line. If the engine oil level is
above the “F” line, adjust the level by
extracting the excessive oil so that the
level comes to in between the “L” line
and “F” line. Inspect the area around the
drain plug and oil filter cap for leaks.

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CARBURETOR 1. Start up the engine and let the engine
The carburetor is factoryset for the best car- run until it warms up fully.
buretion. Do not attempt to alter its setting. 2. After engine warms up, turn the throttle
There are two items of adjustment, however, stop screw 1 located on the carburetor
under your care: idle speed and throttle in or out so that engine may run at 1400
cable play. – 1600 r/min.

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the idle speed properly, you need NOTICE
a tachometer. If you do not have one, ask Adjusting the engine idle speed below
your Suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic the specified value can cause engine
to perform this adjustment. stalling and adjusting the engine idle
speed above the specified value can
cause engine overheating and possible
damage.

Do not change the idle speed setting

outside the specified range. Do not
change the idle speed setting unless you
have an appropriate tachometer to mea-
sure engine speed.

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THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Measure the throttle cable play by turning
the throttle grip. The throttle grip should
have 2.0 – 4.0 mm (0.08 – 0.16 in) play.

2.0 – 4.0 mm 1. Remove the boot 1.

(0.08 – 0.16 in) 2. Loosen the lock nut 2.
3. Turn the adjuster 3 in or out to obtain
the correct play.
4. Tighten the lock nut 2.
5. Recheck the throttle cable play. Readjust
it if it is not within the correct limits.
6. Reinstall the boot 1.

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 THROTTLE CABLE BOOTS
 WARNING
Inadequate throttle cable play can cause
engine speed to rise suddenly when you
turn the handlebars. This can lead to
loss of control and an accident.

Adjust the throttle cable play so that

engine idle speed does not rise due to
handlebar movement.

The throttle cable has a boots. Check that

the boots are fit securely. Do not apply water
directly to the boots when washing. Wipe off
dirt from the boots with a wet cloth when the
boots are dirty.

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CLUTCH Major Adjustment

Minor Adjustment

10 – 15 mm
(0.4 – 0.6 in)

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At each maintenance interval, adjust the NOTE: Any maintenance of the clutch other
clutch cable play with the clutch cable than the clutch cable play should be per-
adjuster. The cable play should be 10 – 15 formed by your Suzuki dealer.
mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) as measured at the clutch
lever end before the clutch begins to disen-
gage. If you find that the amount of clutch
cable play is incorrect, adjust it in the follow-
ing way:

1. Remove the boots 1 and 2.

2. Loosen the lock nut 3.
3. Turn the clutch lever adjuster 4 clock-
wise as far as it will go.
4. Loosen the clutch cable adjuster lock nut
5, and turn the cable adjuster 6 to
obtain approximately 10 – 15 mm (0.4 –
0.6 in) of free play at the clutch lever end
as indicated.
5. Minor adjustment can now be made with
the adjuster 4.
6. Tighten the lock nuts, 3 and 5, after fin-
ishing adjustment.
7. Reinstall the boots 1 and 2.

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CLUTCH CABLE BOOTS The clutch cable has a boots. Check that the
boots are fit securely. Do not apply water
directly to the boots when washing. Wipe off
dirt from the boots with a wet cloth when the
boots are dirty.

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DRIVE CHAIN At the periodic inspections, the drive chain
This motorcycle is equipped with a special should be inspected for the following condi-
drive chain. It is an endless type that does tions:
not use a master link. We recommend that 1. Loose pins
you take your motorcycle to your authorized 2. Damaged rollers
Suzuki dealer to have the drive chain 3. Dry or rusted links
replaced when it becomes worn. The drive 4. Kinked or binding links
chain is also constructed of special materi- 5. Excessive wear
als and has grease permanently sealed 6. Improper chain adjustment
inside it by the use of special sealing “O”
rings.

 WARNING
Riding with the chain in poor condition
or improperly adjusted can lead to an
accident.

Inspect, adjust, and maintain the chain

properly before each ride, according to
the instructions in this section.

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If the drive chain has any of these items DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING AND OILING
wrong with it, then there is a strong possibil- 1. Remove dirt and dust from the drive
ity that the sprockets will have some dam- chain. Be careful not to damage the seal
age to them also. Inspect the sprockets for ring.
the following: 2. Clean the drive chain with a sealed drive
chain cleaner, or water and neutral
Good Worn detergent.

NOTICE
Cleaning the drive chain improperly can
damage seal rings and ruin the drive
chain.
1. Excessively worn teeth • Do not use a volatile solvent such as
2. Broken or damaged teeth paint thinner, kerosene and gasoline.
3. Loose sprocket mounting nuts • Do not use a high pressure cleaner to
clean the drive chain.
NOTE: The two sprockets should be
• Do not use a wire brush to clean the
inspected for wear when a new chain is
drive chain.
installed and replaced if necessary.

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3. Use a soft brush to clean the drive chain. 6. Lubricate both front and back plates of
Be careful not to damage the seal ring the drive chain.
even though using a soft brush. 7. Wipe off excess lubricant after lubricat-
4. Wipe off water and neutral detergent. ing all around the drive chain.
5. Lubricate with a motorcycle sealed drive
chain lubricant or high viscosity oil (#80
– 90).

NOTICE
Some drive chain lubricant contains sol-
vents and additives which could damage
the seal rings in the drive chain.

Use sealed drive chain lubricant which is

specifically intended for use with sealed
drive chains.

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DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT To adjust the drive chain, follow the proce-
dure below:
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.

25 – 40 mm
(1.0 – 1.6 in)

Inspect the drive chain slack before each

use of the motorcycle. The drive chain
should be adjusted for 25 – 40 mm (1.0 –
1.6 in) of slack, as shown.
2. Loosen the brake adjusting nut 1.
WARNING 3. Loosen the torque link nut 2 after pull-
ing off the cotter pin 3.
Too much chain slack can cause the
chain to come off the sprockets, result-
ing in an accident or serious damage to
the motorcycle.

Inspect and adjust the drive chain slack

before each use.

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 7. Tighten the axle nut 4 securely.
8. Tighten the torque link nut 2. Replace
the cotter pin 3 with a new one.
9. Readjust the rear brake pedal. Refer to
the rear brake pedal adjustment section.
10. Recheck the chain slack after tightening
and readjust if necessary.

Rear axle nut tightening torque:

65 N·m (6.5 kgf-m, 47.0 lbf-ft)

Rear torque link nut tightening torque:

4. Loosen the axle nut 4. 13 N·m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.5 lbf-ft)
5. Turn the right and left adjusters 5 until
the chain has 25 – 40 mm (1.0 – 1.6 in)
of slack halfway between the engine
sprocket and rear sprocket.
6. At the same time that the chain is being
adjusted, the rear sprocket must be kept in
perfect alignment with the front sprocket.
To assist you in performing this procedure,
numbers are stamped on the adjusters for
reference. Align both right and left adjust-
ers to the same position against the stop-
pers 6 on the swingarm by referring to the
numbers on the adjusters.
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BRAKES Inspect your brake system for the following
This motorcycle utilizes front disk and rear items daily:
drum brakes. Properly operating brake sys- 1. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoirs.
tems are vital to safe riding. Be sure to per- 2. Inspect the front brake system for signs
form the brake inspection as scheduled. of fluid leakage.
3. Inspect the brake hose for leakage or a
BRAKE SYSTEM cracked appearance.
4. The brake lever and pedal should have

 WARNING
the proper stroke and be firm at all times.
5. Check the wear of the disk brake pads.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain
BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION
your motorcycle’s brake systems can
Inspect the brake hoses and hose joints for
increase your chance of having an acci-
cracks, damage or brake fluid leakage. If
dent.
any defects are found, ask your Suzuki
dealer to replace the brake hose with a new
Be sure to inspect the brakes before
one.
each use according to the INSPECTION
BEFORE RIDING section. Always main-
tain your brakes according to the MAIN-
TENANCE SCHEDULE.

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FRONT BRAKE

Brake Fluid
 WARNING
Brake fluid will gradually absorb mois-
ture through the brake hoses. Brake fluid
with high water content lowers the boil-
ing point and can cause brake system
LOWER malfunction due to corrosion of brake
components. Boiling brake fluid or brake
system malfunction could result in an
accident.

Replace the brake fluid every two years

to maintain braking performance.

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  WARNING  WARNING
The use of any fluid except DOT4 brake Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-
fluid from a sealed container can dam- lowed, and harmful if it comes in contact
age the brake system and lead to an with skin or eyes. Solution can be poi-
accident. sonous to animals.

Clean filler cap before removing. Use If brake fluid is swallowed, do not induce
only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed con- vomiting. Immediately contact a poison
tainer. Never use or mix with different control center or a physician. If brake
types of brake fluid. fluid gets in eyes, flush eyes with water
and seek medical attention. Wash thor-
oughly after handling. Keep out of the
reach of children and animals.

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 Brake Pad
NOTICE
Spilled brake fluid can damage painted
surfaces and plastic parts.

Be careful not to spill any fluid when fill-

ing the brake fluid reservoir. Wipe spilled
fluid up immediately.

Check the brake fluid level in front brake

fluid reservoir. If the level in the reservoir is
below the lower mark, inspect brake pad
wear and leaks.

1 Grooved wear limit line

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Inspect the front brake pads by noting
whether or not the friction pads are worn
down to the grooved wear limit line. If a pad
 WARNING
is worn to the grooved wear limit line it must If you ride this motorcycle after brake
be replaced with a new one by your autho- system repair or brake pad replacement
rized Suzuki dealer or qualified service without pumping the brake lever/pedal,
mechanic. you may get poor braking performance
which could result in an accident.
 WARNING After brake system repair or brake pad
Failure to inspect and maintain the brake replacement, pump the brake lever/pedal
pads and replace them when recom- several times until brake pads are
mended can increase your chance of pressed against the brake disks and
having an accident. proper lever/pedal stroke and firm feel
are restored.
If you need to replace brake pads, have
your Suzuki dealer do this work. Inspect NOTE: Do not squeeze the brake lever
and maintain the brake pads as recom- when the pads are not in their positions. It is
mended. difficult to push the pistons back and brake
fluid leakage may result.

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 REAR BRAKE
 WARNING Rear Brake Pedal Adjustment
Replacing only one of the two brake
pads can result in uneven braking action
and can increase your chance of having NOTICE
an accident. An incorrectly adjusted brake pedal may
force brake shoes to rub against the
Always replace both pads together. drum at all times, causing damage to the
shoes and drum.

Follow the steps in this section to adjust

the brake pedal properly.

The rear brake pedal position must be prop-

erly adjusted at all times. Adjust the brake
pedal position in the following manner:

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 15 – 20 mm
(0.6 – 0.8 in)

0 – 5 mm
(0 – 0.2 in)

1. Loosen the lock nut 1.

2. Adjust the brake pedal height by turning
the adjuster 2 to locate the pedal 0 – 5
mm (0 – 0.2 in) below the top face of the
footrest.

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3. Tighten the lock nut 1. Brake Lining Wear Limit
4. Adjust the free travel to 15 – 20 mm (0.6 This motorcycle is equipped with brake lin-
– 0.8 in) by screwing in or out the brake ing wear limit indicator for the rear brake.
adjusting nut 3. Check brake lining wear as follows:
1. Make sure the brake play is properly
adjusted.
Range Index mark

2. While fully applying the brake, check to

see that the extension line of the index
mark is within the range as shown in Fig.
A.

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 Range Index mark
 WARNING
Riding with worn brake shoes will
reduce braking performance and will
increase your chance of having an acci-
dent.

Inspect brake shoe wear before each

use. Ask your Suzuki dealer or a quali-
fied mechanic to replace brake shoes if
the shoes are worn to the limit.
3. If the extension line is outside this range
as shown in Fig. B, have the brake shoes
replaced by your Suzuki dealer.

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Rear Brake Light Switch TIRES

 WARNING
The tires on your motorcycle form the
crucial link between your motorcycle
and the road. Failure to take the precau-
tions below may result in an accident
due to tire failure.

• Check tire condition and pressure

before each ride, and adjust pressure
if necessary.
To adjust the brake light switch, hold the
• Avoid overloading your motorcycle.
switch body and turn the adjuster so that the
• Replace a tire when worn to the speci-
brake light will come on just before a pres-
fied limit, or if you find damage such
sure rise is felt when the brake pedal is
as cuts or cracks.
depressed.
• Always use the size and type of tires
specified in this owner’s manual.
• Read this section of the owner’s man-
ual carefully.

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TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADING Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
Proper tire pressure and proper tire loading
are important factors. Overloading your tires SOLO RIDING DUAL RIDING
can lead to tire failure and loss of vehicle 150 kPa 150 kPa
control. FRONT 1.50 kgf/cm2 1.50 kgf/cm2
22 psi 22 psi
Check tire pressure each day before you 175 kPa 200 kPa
ride, and be sure the pressure is correct for REAR 1.75 kgf/cm2 2.00 kgf/cm2
the vehicle load according to the table 25 psi 29 psi
below. Tire pressure should only be checked
and adjusted before riding, since riding will Under-inflated tires make smooth cornering
heat up the tires and lead to higher inflation difficult, and can result in rapid tire wear.
pressure readings. Over-inflated tires cause a smaller amount
of tire to be in contact with the road, which
can contribute to skidding and loss of con-
trol.

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TIRE TREAD CONDITION When you replace a tire, be sure to replace
it with a tire of the size and type listed below.
If you use a different size or type of tire,
motorcycle handling may be adversely
affected, possibly resulting in loss of motor-
cycle control.

FRONT REAR
SIZE 70/100-21M/C 44P 100/90-18M/C 56P
BRIDGESTONE BRIDGESTONE
TYPE
TRAIL WING-19 TRAIL WING-18

Operating the motorcycle with excessively

worn tires will decrease riding stability and
can lead to loss of control. It is recom-
mended that a tire be replaced when the
remaining depth of tire tread becomes 4.0
mm (0.16 in) or less.

NOTE: These wear limits will be reached

before the wear bars molded into the tire
make contact with the road.

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 SPOKE NIPPLE TIGHTNESS
 WARNING
An improperly repaired or installed tire
can cause loss of control and an acci-
dent, or can wear out sooner.

• Ask your Suzuki dealer or a qualified

mechanic to perform tire repair and
replacement because proper tools and
experience are required.
• Install tires according to the rotation
direction shown by arrows on the side-
Check the tension of spokes to verify the
wall of each tire.
tightness of the spoke nipples. The tension
of the spokes can be checked by squeezing
the spokes with your fingers. If a spoke nip-
ple is loose, the spoke will bend more than
the others. The tension can also be checked
by hitting the spokes with a small metal bar.
If the spoke nipple is loose, its sound will be
dull.

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To tighten the spoke nipples properly, SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK
tighten them equally to the specified torque. SYSTEM
Loosened and overtightened spoke nipples
may cause unequal tension of spokes and
may result in distortion of the wheel rim.
Contact your Suzuki dealer for this service
to be performed.

Check the side stand/ignition interlock sys-

tem for proper operation as follows:
1. Sit on the motorcycle in the normal riding
position, with the side stand up.
2. Shift into first gear, hold the clutch in,
and start the engine.
3. While continuing to hold the clutch in,
move the side stand to the down posi-
tion.

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If the engine stop running when the side
stand is moved to the down position, then
the side stand/ignition interlock system is
 WARNING
working properly. If the engine continues to If the side stand/ignition interlock sys-
run with the side stand down and the trans- tem is not working properly, it is possi-
mission in gear, then the side stand/ignition ble to ride the motorcycle with the side
interlock system is not working properly. stand in the down position. This may
Have your motorcycle inspected by an interfere with rider control during a left
authorized Suzuki dealer or a qualified ser- turn and could cause an accident.
vice mechanic.
Check the side stand/ignition interlock
system for proper operation before
riding. Check that the side stand is
returned to its full up position before
starting off.

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SPARK ARRESTER 1. Shift into neutral.
The muffler has a spark arrester which must
be periodically cleaned to maintain good
efficiency. At the intervals shown in the
maintenance chart, clean the spark arrester
as follows.

 CAUTION
A hot muffler can burn you. The muffler
will be hot enough to burn you for some
time after stopping the engine.
2. Remove the drain bolt 1.
Wait until the muffler cools to avoid 3. Start the engine and rev it to blow out the
burns. accumulated carbon particles.

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 4. Stop the engine. Wait until the muffler
 WARNING cools, then replace the drain bolt and
tighten it securely.
Running the engine indoors or in a
garage can be hazardous. Exhaust gas
contains carbon monoxide, a gas that is  WARNING
colorless and odorless and can cause Running the engine with a loose drain
death or severe injury. bolt or without a drain bolt will allow hot
carbon particles to escape. This can
Only run the engine outdoors where cause a fire.
there is fresh air.
Tighten the drain bolt securely.
 WARNING
Blowing out the accumulated hot carbon
particles where there is flammable mate-
rial can cause a fire.

Clean the spark arrester in an open area

away from flammable materials.

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FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.

4. Draw out the axle shaft 2.

2. Remove the axle nut 1.

3. Lift the front end of the motorcycle up
and place a jack or a block under the
engine or chassis tubes.

5. Remove the speedometer gear 3.

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6. Slide the front wheel forward. 7. To reinstall the wheel assembly, reverse
the sequence described above. Align the
NOTE: Never squeeze the front brake lever speedometer gear projections with the
with the front wheel removed. It is very diffi- wheel hub before fitting the wheel into
cult to force the pads back into the caliper the front fork.
assembly and brake fluid leakage may 8. After installing the wheel, apply the front
result. brake several times to restore the proper
lever stroke.

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  WARNING  WARNING
Failure to extend brake pads after install- If the bolts and nuts are not properly
ing the wheel can cause poor braking tightened, the wheel can come off, caus-
performance and may result in an acci- ing an accident.
dent.
Be sure to tighten the bolts and nuts to
Before riding, “pump” the brake lever the specified torque. If you do not have a
repeatedly until brake pads are pressed torque wrench or do not know how to
against the brake disks and proper lever use one, ask your authorized Suzuki
stroke and firm feel are restored. Also dealer to check the bolts and nuts.
check that the wheel rotates freely.
Front axle nut tightening torque:
49 N·m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.5 lbf-ft)

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal

when installing the front wheel.

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REAR WHEEL REMOVAL
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand.

 CAUTION
A hot muffler can burn you. The muffler
will be hot enough to burn you for some
time after stopping the engine.

Wait until the muffler cools to avoid

burns.
2. Remove the two chain guard bolts and
then remove the chain guard 1.

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3. Remove the brake adjusting nut 2. 4. Remove the axle nut 5.
Remove the torque link nut 4 after pull- 5. Lift the rear wheel up and place a jack or
ing off the cotter pin 3. a block under the engine or under the
chassis tubes.

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6. Draw out the axle shaft 6. 7. With the wheel moved forward, remove
the chain from the sprocket.

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  WARNING
Failure to adjust the drive chain and fail-
ure to torque bolts and nuts properly
could lead to an accident.

• After installing the rear wheel, adjust

the drive chain as described in the
DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT section.
• Torque bolts and nuts to the proper
8. Pull the wheel assembly rearward. specifications. If you are not sure of
9. To replace the wheel, reverse the com- the proper procedure, have your
plete sequence described above. authorized Suzuki dealer or a qualified
Replace the cotter pin 3 with a new one. mechanic do this.
10. After installing the wheel, apply the
brake several times and then check that Rear axle nut tightening torque:
the wheel rotates freely. 65 N·m (6.5 kgf-m, 47.0 lbf-ft)

Rear torque link nut tightening torque:

13 N·m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.5 lbf-ft)

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LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT HEADLIGHT
The wattage rating of each bulb is shown on To replace the headlight bulb, follow the pro-
the chart below. When replacing a burned cedure below:
out bulb, always use the exact same wattage
rating. Using other than the specified rating
can result in overloading the electrical sys-
tem or premature failure of a bulb.

NOTICE
Failure to use a light bulb with the cor-
rect wattage rating can overload the
electrical system of your motorcycle or
cause the bulb to burn out sooner.

Use only the light bulbs shown in the 1. Remove the three screws and remove
chart as replacement bulbs. the headlight cover 1.

Headlight 12V 60/55W (H4)

Turn signal light 12V 21W
Brake light/Taillight 12V 21/5W

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2. Remove the four bolts and remove the 3. Disconnect the socket 3 from the head-
headlight assembly 2 forward. light and remove the rubber cap 4.

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4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 5 and 5. Fit the new bulb.
pull out the bulb 6. 6. To replace the headlight bulb, reverse
the above sequence.

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 HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE The headlight beam can be adjusted both
up and down or right and left if necessary.
The headlight bulb’s life may be short-
ened by oil from your fingers if you
touch it.

When replacing the headlight bulb, be

careful not to touch the glass. Grasp the
new bulb with a clean cloth.

To adjust the beam up and down:

Turn the adjuster 1 and 2 clockwise or
counterclockwise.

To adjust the beam right and left:

Turn the adjuster 2 clockwise or counter-
clockwise.

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TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
To replace the turn signal light bulb, follow
the procedure below:

2. Push in on the bulb, turn it to the left, and

pull it out.
3. To fit the replacement bulb, push it in and
1. Remove the screw and remove the lens. turn it to the right while pushing.

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 BRAKE LIGHT/TAILLIGHT
NOTICE To replace the brake light/taillight bulb, follow
the procedure below:
Overtightening the screws when rein-
stalling the lens may cause the lens to
crack.

Tighten the screws only until they are

snug.

1. Remove the two screws and remove the

lens.

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 NOTICE
Overtightening the screws when rein-
stalling the lens may cause the lens to
crack.

Tighten the screws only until they are

snug.

2. Push in on the bulb, turn it to the left, and

pull it out.
3. To fit the replacement bulb, push it in and
turn it to the right while pushing.

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FUSE
If something electrical on your motorcycle  WARNING
stops working, the first thing you should
check for is a blown fuse. The electrical cir- Replacing a fuse with a fuse that has an
cuits on the motorcycle are protected from incorrect amperage rating or substitute,
overload by fuses in the circuits. e.g. aluminum foil or wire, may cause
serious damage to the electrical system
If a blown fuse is found, then the electrical and possibly fire. Always replace a
problem must be inspected and repaired blown fuse with a fuse of the same
before replacing the blown fuse with a new amperage rating.
fuse. Consult your Suzuki dealer for the
electrical system check and repair. If the new fuse blows in a short time, the
electrical problem may not be fixed.
Have your motorcycle inspected immedi-
ately by your Suzuki dealer.

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The fuse is located under the right side
frame cover. To access the fuse, remove the
right side frame cover by referring to the
FRAME COVER AND SEAT REMOVAL sec-
tion. One 20A spare fuse is located in the
fuse case.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING
FUEL SYSTEM CHECK .............................................................................................................................. 7-2
IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ....................................................................................................................... 7-4
ENGINE STALLING .................................................................................................................................... 7-5

7-1
TROUBLESHOOTING FUEL SYSTEM CHECK
1. Make sure there is enough fuel in the
This troubleshooting guide is provided to fuel tank.
help you find the cause of some common 2. Check that the fuel valve lever is in the
complaints. “ON” position.
3. Make sure there is enough fuel reaching
the carburetor from the fuel valve.
NOTICE a. Place a container under the carbure-
tor. Loosen the drain screw located
Improper repairs or adjustments may
under the carburetor. Drain the fuel
damage the motorcycle instead of fixing
from the carburetor into a container.
it. Such damage may not be covered
under warranty.

If you are not sure about the proper

action, consult your Suzuki dealer about
the problem.

If the engine refuses to start, perform the fol-

lowing inspections to determine the cause.

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 b. Place the empty container under the
 WARNING carburetor. Turn the fuel valve lever to
the “PRI” position and see if the fuel
Fuel and fuel vapor are highly flammable flows from the drain hole.
and toxic. You can be burned or poi- c. Turn the fuel valve lever to the “ON”
soned when handling fuel. position.
d. Drain the fuel and tighten the drain
When draining the carburetor: screw.
• Stop the engine and keep flames, e. Push the electric starter switch for a
sparks, and heat sources away. several seconds to crank the engine
• Drain fuel only outdoors or in a well- referring to the STARTING THE
ventilated area. ENGINE section.
• Do not smoke. f. Loosen the drain screw and check that
• Wipe up spills immediately. the carburetor is filled back up with
• Avoid breathing fuel vapor. fuel.
• Keep children and pets away. g. Tighten the drain screw.
• Dispose of drained fuel properly. 4. If fuel is reaching the carburetor, ignition
system should be checked next.

7-3
IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK
 WARNING
Performing the spark test improperly can
be hazardous. You could get a high volt-
age electrical shock if you are not famil-
iar with this procedure.

Do not perform this check if you are not

familiar with the procedure. Do not point
the spark plug near the spark plug hole
during this test. Do not perform this test
1. Remove the spark plug and reattach it to if you have a heart condition or wear a
the spark plug lead. pacemaker.
2. While placing the spark plug firmly on
the engine, push the starter switch with
the ignition switch in the “ON” position,
the engine stop switch in the “” posi-
tion, the transmission in neutral, and the
clutch disengaged. If the ignition system
is operating properly, a blue spark
should jump across the spark plug gap.
If there is still no spark, take your motor-
cycle to an authorized Suzuki dealer.

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ENGINE STALLING
1. Check the fuel supply in the fuel tank.
2. Check the ignition system for intermittent
spark.
3. Check the idle speed.

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 STORAGE PROCEDURE AND
MOTORCYCLE CLEANING

STORAGE PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................... 8-2

PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE ........................................................................................ 8-4
CORROSION PREVENTION ...................................................................................................................... 8-5
MOTORCYCLE CLEANING ....................................................................................................................... 8-7
INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING ............................................................................................................ 8-10

8-1
STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE
Clean the entire motorcycle. Place the
MOTORCYCLE CLEANING motorcycle on the side stand on a firm, flat
surface where it will not fall over. Turn the
handlebars all the way to the left and lock
STORAGE PROCEDURE the steering, and remove the ignition key.
If the motorcycle is to be left unused for
extended period of time for winter storage or FUEL
any other reason, the machine needs spe- 1. Fill the fuel tank to the top with fuel
cial servicing requiring appropriate materi- mixed with the amount of gasoline stabi-
als, equipment and skill. For this reason, lizer recommended by the stabilizer
Suzuki recommends that you trust this manufacturer.
maintenance work to your Suzuki dealer. If 2. Drain the carburetor or run the engine for
you need to service the machine for storage a few minutes until the stabilized gaso-
yourself, follow the general guidelines below. line fills the carburetor.

8-2
 ENGINE
 WARNING 1. Pour one tablespoon of motor oil into
each spark plug hole. Reinstall the spark
Fuel and fuel vapor are highly flammable plug and crank the engine a few times.
and toxic. You can be burned or poi- 2. Drain the engine oil thoroughly and refill
soned when handling fuel. the crankcase with fresh engine oil all
the way up to the filler hole.
When draining the carburetor: 3. Cover the air cleaner intake and the muf-
• Stop the engine and keep flames, fler outlet with oily rags to prevent humid-
sparks, and heat sources away. ity from entering.
• Drain fuel only outdoors or in a well-
ventilated area. BATTERY
• Do not smoke. 1. Remove the battery from the motorcycle
• Wipe up spills immediately. by referring to the BATTERY section.
• Avoid breathing fuel vapor. 2. Clean the outside of the battery with mild
• Keep children and pets away. detergent and remove any corrosion
• Dispose of drained fuel properly. from the terminals and wiring harness
connections.
3. Store the battery in a room above freez-
ing.

8-3
TIRES PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO
Inflate the tires to the normal specifications. SERVICE
1. Clean the entire motorcycle.
EXTERNAL
2. Remove the oily rags from the air
• Spray all vinyl and rubber parts with rub-
cleaner intake and muffler outlet.
ber preservative.
3. Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil
• Spray the unpainted surfaces with rust
filter and fill the engine with fresh oil as
preventative.
outlined in this manual.
• Coat the painted surfaces with car wax.
4. Remove the spark plug. Turn the engine
PROCEDURE DURING STORAGE a few times. Reinstall the spark plug.
Once a month, recharge the battery by 5. Reinstall the battery by referring to the
referring to the BATTERY section. If you BATTERY section.
cannot charge the battery, consult your 6. Make sure that the motorcycle is prop-
authorized Suzuki dealer. erly lubricated.
7. Perform the INSPECTION BEFORE
RIDING as listed in this manual.
8. Start the motorcycle as outlined in this
manual.

8-4
CORROSION PREVENTION How to Help Prevent Corrosion
It is important to take good care of your • Wash your motorcycle frequently, at
motorcycle to protect it from corrosion and least once a month. Keep your motorcy-
keep it looking new for years to come. cle as clean and dry as possible.
• Remove foreign material deposits. For-
Important Information About Corrosion eign material such as road salt, chemi-
Common causes of corrosion cals, road oil or tar, tree sap, bird
• Accumulation of road salt, dirt, moisture, droppings and industrial fall-out may
or chemicals in hard-to-reach areas. damage your motorcycle’s finish.
• Chipping, scratches, and any damage to Remove these types of deposits as
treated or painted metal surfaces result- quickly as possible. If these deposits are
ing from minor accidents or impacts from difficult to wash off, an additional cleaner
stones and gravel. may be required. Follow the manufac-
turer’s directions when using these spe-
Road salt, sea air, industrial pollution, and cial cleaners.
high humidity will all contribute to corrosion.

8-5
• Repair finish damage as soon as possi- • Cover your motorcycle. Exposure to mid-
ble. Carefully examine your motorcycle day sun can cause the colors in paint,
for damage to the painted surfaces. plastic parts, and instrument faces to
Should you find any chips or scratches in fade. Covering your motorcycle with a
the paint, touch them up immediately to high-quality, “breathable” motorcycle
prevent corrosion from starting. If the cover can help protect the finish from the
chips or scratches have gone through to harmful UV rays in sunlight, and can
the bare metal, have a Suzuki dealer reduce the amount of dust and air pollu-
make the repair. tion reaching the surface. Your Suzuki
• Store your motorcycle in a dry, well-ven- dealer can help you select the right
tilated area. If you often wash your cover for your motorcycle.
motorcycle in the garage or if you fre-
quently park it inside when wet, your
garage may be damp. The high humidity
may cause or accelerate corrosion. A
wet motorcycle may corrode even in a
heated garage if the ventilation is poor.

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MOTORCYCLE CLEANING NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowing water to
flow over the following places:
WASHING THE MOTORCYCLE • Ignition switch
When washing the motorcycle, follow the • Spark plug
instruction below: • Fuel tank cap
1. Remove dirt and mud from the motorcy- • Carburetor
cle with cool running water. You may use • Brake master cylinder
a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard • Throttle cable boots
materials which can scratch the paint. • Clutch cable boots
2. Wash the entire motorcycle with a neu-
tral detergent using a sponge or soft
cloth. The sponge or cloth should be fre- NOTICE
quently soaked in the soap solution. High pressure washers such as those
found at coin-operated car washes have
NOTE: Clean the motorcycle with cool water enough pressure to damage the parts of
immediately after riding on road salt or your motorcycle. It may cause rust, cor-
riding along the coast. Be sure to use cool rosion and increase wear. Parts cleaner
water because warm water can hasten cor- can also damage motorcycle parts.
rosion.
Do not use high pressure washers and
parts cleaner to clean your motorcycle.

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3. Once the dirt has been completely NOTE: The headlight lens can be fogged
removed, rinse off the detergent with after washing the motorcycle or riding in the
plenty of water. rain. Headlight fogging will be cleared grad-
ually when the headlight is turned on. When
NOTE: The detergent used to wash the clearing the headlight lens fogging, run the
motorcycle can negatively affect plastic engine to avoid battery discharge.
parts if the detergent is not fully rinsed off.
Make sure to fully rinse off all detergent with
plenty of water after washing the motorcy- NOTICE
cle. Cleaning your motorcycle with any alka-
line or strong acid cleaner, gasoline,
4. After rinsing, wipe off the motorcycle
brake fluid, or any other solvent will
with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it
damage the motorcycle parts.
to dry in the shade.
5. Check carefully for damage to painted
Make sure to fully rinse off all detergent
surfaces. If there is any damage, obtain
with plenty of water after washing the
“touch-up” paint and “touch-up” the dam-
motorcycle.
age following the procedure below:
a. Clean all damaged spots and allow
them to dry.
b. Stir the paint and “touch-up” the dam-
aged spots lightly with a small brush.
c. Allow the paint to dry completely.

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PLASTIC PARTS WAXING THE MOTORCYCLE
Plastic parts such as headlight lens and After washing the motorcycle, waxing and
speedometer display, are easy to be dam- polishing are recommended to further pro-
aged. When such part is cleaned, wash it tect and beautify the paint.
using water after cleaning it using neutral • Only use waxes and polishes of good
detergent or soapy water, and wipe it with a quality.
soft cloth. • When using waxes and polishes,
observe the precautions specified by the
manufacturers.
NOTICE
When any of the following substances is SPECIAL CARE FOR MATTE FINISH PAINT
attached to the plastic part such as Do not use polishing compounds or waxes
headlight lens or speedometer display, it that contain polishing compounds on sur-
might cause a scratch or damage to the faces which have a matte finish. The use of
part. polishing compounds will change the
appearance of the matte finish.
• Wax compound Solid type waxes may be difficult to remove
• Chemical supplies such as oil film from surfaces with a matte finish.
removing agent or repellents
• Acidic or alkaline detergent Only use cleaners and paint protection prod-
• Brake fluid, gasoline, alcohol or ucts that are specifically designed for matte
organic solvent, etc. finishes.
Friction while riding, excessive rubbing or
polishing of a surface with a matte finish will
change its appearance.
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INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING
For extended life of your motorcycle, lubri-
cate it according to the “LUBRICATION
POINTS” section.

 WARNING
Operating the motorcycle with wet
brakes can be hazardous. Wet brakes
may not provide as much stopping
power as dry brakes. This could lead to
an accident.

Test your brakes after washing the

motorcycle, while riding at slow speed. If
necessary, apply the brakes several
times to let friction dry out the linings.

Follow the procedures in the “INSPECTION

BEFORE RIDING” section to check your
motorcycle for any problems that may have
arisen during your last ride.

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SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS AND CURB MASS
Overall length ....................................................................... 2155 mm (84.8 in)
Overall width......................................................................... 805 mm (31.7 in)
Overall height ....................................................................... 1140 mm (44.9 in)
Wheelbase ........................................................................... 1405 mm (55.3 in)
Ground clearance................................................................. 255 mm (10.0 in)
Seat height ........................................................................... 845 mm (33.3 in)
Curb mass (weight) .............................................................. 126 kg (278 lbs)

ENGINE
Type ..................................................................................... Four-stroke, air-cooled, OHC
Number of cylinder ............................................................... 1
Bore...................................................................................... 66.0 mm (2.598 in)
Stroke ................................................................................... 58.2 mm (2.291 in)
Piston displacement ............................................................. 199 cm3 (12.1 cu. in)
Compression ratio ................................................................ 9.4 : 1
Carburetor ............................................................................ MIKUNI BST31, single
Air cleaner ............................................................................ Polyurethane foam element
Starter system ...................................................................... Electric
Lubrication system ............................................................... Wet sump
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch ................................................................................... Wet multi-plate type
Transmission ........................................................................ 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift pattern................................................................... 1-down, 4-up
Primary reduction ratio ......................................................... 3.157 (60/19)
Final reduction ratio.............................................................. 3.000 (45/15)
Gear ratios, Low................................................................. 3.000 (33/11)
2nd ................................................................. 1.933 (29/15)
3rd .................................................................. 1.437 (23/16)
4th .................................................................. 1.095 (23/21)
Top ................................................................. 0.913 (21/23)
Drive chain ........................................................................... D.I.D.520V0, 112 links

CHASSIS
Front suspension.................................................................. Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension .................................................................. Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front fork stroke ................................................................... 205 mm (8.1 in)
Rear wheel travel ................................................................. 205 mm (8.1 in)
Steering angle ...................................................................... 43° (right and left)
Caster................................................................................... 29°
Trail ...................................................................................... 112 mm (4.4 in)
Turning radius ...................................................................... 2.3 m (7.5 ft)
Front brake ........................................................................... Single disc
Rear brake............................................................................ Drum
Front tire size........................................................................ 70/100-21M/C 44P, tube type
Rear tire size ........................................................................ 100/90-18M/C 56P, tube type
ELECTRICAL
Ignition type .......................................................................... Electronic ignition (CDI)
Spark plug ............................................................................ NGK DR8EA or DENSO X24ESR-U
Battery .................................................................................. 12V 21.6 kC(6 Ah)/10 HR
Generator ............................................................................. Three-phase A.C. generator
Fuse ..................................................................................... 20A
Headlight .............................................................................. 12V 60/55W (H4)
Brake light/Taillight ............................................................... 12V 21/5W
Turn signal light .................................................................... 12V 21W
Speedometer light ................................................................ 12V 1.7W
Neutral indicator light............................................................ 12V 2W
Turn signal indicator light ..................................................... 12V 2W
High beam indicator light...................................................... 12V 2W

CAPACITIES
Fuel tank, including reserve ............................................... 12.5 L (3.3/2.7 US/Imp. gal)
Reserve ............................................................. 2.5 L (0.7/0.5 US/Imp. gal)
Engine oil, without filter change .......................................... 850 ml (0.9/0.7 US/Imp. qt)
With filter change............................................... 950 ml (1.0/0.8 US/Imp. qt)
Overhaul............................................................ 1100 ml (1.2/1.0 US/Imp. qt)
INDEX
A E
ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE ENGINE OIL ...................................... 3-4,6-25
LOADING....................................................1-2 ENGINE STALLING ................................... 7-5
AIR CLEANER..........................................6-16
ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE F
BEFORE RIDING .......................................4-3 FRAME COVER AND
AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED .............4-3 SEAT REMOVAL........................................ 6-9
FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL..................... 6-63
B FUEL HOSE ............................................. 6-25
BATTERY .................................................6-11 FUEL OCTANE RATING............................ 3-2
BRAKES ...................................................6-46 FUEL SYSTEM CHECK ............................. 7-2
FUEL TANK CAP ..................................... 2-14
C FUEL VALVE............................................ 2-16
CARBURETOR.........................................6-35 FUSE ........................................................ 6-77
CARRYING A PASSENGER ....................5-11
CLUTCH ...................................................6-38 G
CORROSION PREVENTION .....................8-5 GEARSHIFT LEVER ................................ 2-19

D H
DRIVE CHAIN...........................................6-41 HELMET HOLDER ................................... 2-20
I M
IGNITION SWITCH.....................................2-5 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE..................... 6-2
IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ......................7-4 MAXIMUM THROTTLE OPERATION
INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING............8-10 RECOMMENDATION................................. 4-2
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ................4-4 MOTORCYCLE CLEANING....................... 8-7
INSTRUMENT PANEL ...............................2-7
N
K NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM
KEY.............................................................2-5 (AUSTRALIA ONLY) .................................. 1-9

L O
LABELS ......................................................1-8 OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND
LEFT HANDLEBAR ....................................2-9 MOST CRITICAL SERVICE ....................... 4-3
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT.................6-70 OXYGENATED FUEL
LOCATION OF PARTS ..............................2-2 RECOMMENDATION................................. 3-3
LUBRICATION POINTS .............................6-7
P
PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO
SERVICE.................................................... 8-4
R T
REAR BRAKE PEDAL..............................2-20 TIRES ....................................................... 6-55
REAR WHEEL REMOVAL .......................6-66 TOOLS ....................................................... 6-7
RIDING ON HILLS......................................5-8
RIGHT HANDLEBAR................................2-12 U
USING THE TRANSMISSION.................... 5-6
S
SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR V
MOTORCYCLE RIDERS............................1-5 VARY THE ENGINE SPEED...................... 4-2
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ...................1-8
SIDE STAND ............................................2-21
SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK
SYSTEM ...................................................6-59
SPARK ARRESTER .................................6-61
SPARK PLUG...........................................6-22
SPOKE NIPPLE TIGHTNESS ..................6-58
STARTING OFF .........................................5-4
STARTING THE ENGINE...........................5-2
STOPPING AND PARKING .......................5-8
STORAGE PROCEDURE ..........................8-2
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT .................2-23
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