SUZUKI Gladius User Manual

* SUZUKI

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A WARNING

Failure to follow these safety
precautions may increase your
risk of injury

•~Wear a helmet, eye protection,
and bright protective cloth­ing

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•~Don't ride after consuming al­cohol or other drugs

•~Slow down on slippery sur­faces, unfamiliar terrain, or
when visibility is reduced

•~Read owner's manual care­fully

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OWNER'S MANUAL

This owner's manual contains

important safety information

Please read it carefully

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Part No
June, 2000 j

IY,K1

Printed in Japan

. 99011-20F52-03A

EN

SVO5O/S

IMPORTANT

FOREWORD

WARNING/CAUTION/NOTE

Please read this manual and follow

its instructions carefully
size special information, the sym­bol A and the words WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTE have special
meanings
the messages highlighted by these
signal words

California Proposition 65 Warning

A WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product com­ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm

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
contains important safety information and instructions which
should be read carefully before operating the motorcycle

. The manual

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NOTE
tion to make maintenance easier or
instructions clearer

WARNINGs and CAUTIONs are
arranged like this

A WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard that
could result in death or injury

A CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard that
could result in motorcycle dam­age

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Indicates special informa-

Motorcycling is one of the most
exhilarating sports and to ensure

. To empha-

. Pay special attention to

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your riding enjoyment, you should

become thoroughly familiar with the
information presented in this

Owner's Manual before riding the
motorcycle

The proper care and maintenance
that your motorcycle requires is

outlined in this manual

ing these instructions explicitly you
will ensure a long trouble-free op­erating life for your motorcycle

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motorcycle also conforms to the

U

.S Environmental Protection
Agency emission regulations which
apply to new motorcycles
proper adjustment of engine com­ponents is necessary for this mo­torcycle to comply with the EPA

regulations
low the maintenance instructions

closely to ensure emission compli­ance

. Your Suzuki -dealer has ex­perienced technicians that are
trained to provide your machine
with the best possible service with
the right tools and equipment

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. By follow-

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. The

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A WARNING-or-A CAUTION

The first part will describe a PO­TENTIAL HAZARD and WHAT

CAN HAPPEN if you ignore the

WARNING or CAUTION

The second part will describe

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

THE SPORT OF
MOTORCYCLING
FUEL, ENGINE OIL
AND COOLANT
RECOMMENDATION

FUEL

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ENGINE
ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION

LOCATION OF LABELS
LOCATION OF PARTS

CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT
AND ADJUSTMENTS

KEY

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IGNITION SWITCH
INSTRUMENT PANEL
LEFT

HANDLEBAR
RIGHT HANDLEBAR
FUEL TANK CAP
GEARSHIFT LEVER
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
SEAT LOCK AND HELMET
HOLDERS
SIDE STAND
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT

BREAK-IN
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING 36
RIDING TIPS

STARTING
STARTING OFF AND SHIFTING~40
USING THE TRANSMISSION~41
RIDING ON HILLS
STOPPING AND PARKING
CARRYING

ACCESSORY USE AND
MOTORCYCLE LOADING
INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE

NOTICE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

TOOLS

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LUBRICATION POINTS
BATTERY

AIR CLEANER
SPARK PLUG
ENGINE

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OIL

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THE ENGINE

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OIL

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IDLE SPEED
THROTTLE CABLE PLAY
FUEL HOSES

3

8
8

9

CLUTCH
ENGINE
DRIVE CHAIN
BRAKES
TIRES
SIDE STAND/IGNITION
INTERLOCK SYSTEM
FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL
REAR WHEEL REMOVAL
LIGHT

FUSES
TROUBLESHOOTING
STORAGE PROCEDURE
APPEARANCE CARE

CORROSION PREVENTION

MOTORCYCLE CLEANING

INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING

CONSUMER INFORMATION

EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
TAMPERING WITH NOISE
CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED
SERIAL

SPECIFICATIONS

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COOLANT

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BULB REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION

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THE SPORT OF

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MOTORCYCLING

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Your motorcycle and this owner's

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manual have been designed by

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people like you who enjoy motor-

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cycling
clists for many reasons

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ers, street riding is fun and invigo-

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rating

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came a motorcyclist, or how expe-

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rienced you are, you will eventually

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face some challenging situations

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In preparing for these challenges,

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you will be fine-tuning your coordi-

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nation, concentration, and attitude

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Learning the skills and strategies

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associated with motorcycling is the
basis for safely participating in this

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sport

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. People become motorcy-

. For start-

. But no matter why you be-

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. Many motorcyclists find that

as they become better riders, they

. . . .

also get more enjoyment from the

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freedom unique to motorcycling

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Please remember

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Most accidents can be avoided

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The most common type of motor­cycle accident in the U.S. occurs
when a car traveling towards a
motorcycle turns left in front of the
motorcycle

. Is that because other
drivers are out to get motorcyclists?
No

. Other drivers simply don't al-

ways notice motorcyclists

.

Ride defensively
clists use a strategy of assuming
they are invisible to other drivers,

even in broad daylight

attention to other motorists, espe­cially at intersections, because they

may not be paying attention to you

Select a lane position that gives you
the best view of others, and other

motorists the best view of you
Wear bright, reflective clothing

reflective strips on your helmet

If you don't have a helmet, buy

a helmet and wear it EVERY
TIME YOU RIDE

Most accidents occur within a few

miles of home, and almost half oc-

cur at speeds of less than 30 mph

So even if you're just going on a

quick errand, be prepared strap on
your helmet before you take off

Helmets do not reduce essential
vision or hearing

mets do not cause or intensify in­jury if you crash

help your skull protect your intelli-

gence, your memory, your person­ality, and your life

Your eyesight is equally valuable
Wearing suitable eye protection
can help keep your vision unblurred
by the wind and save your eyes
from airborne hazards like bugs,
dirt, or pebbles kicked up by tires

. Wise motorcy-

. Pay careful

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. Put

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. Generally, hel-

. Helmets simply

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If a collision is imminent, DO
SOMETHING
Many riders fear locking up their
brakes or haven't learned to swerve
to avoid an accident
rienced riders (and too many sea­soned riders) use only their rear
brake in an emergency, resulting in
unnecessary impacts in some
cases and unnecessarily high im­pact speeds in other cases
rear brake can only provide about
30% of your motorcycle's potential
stopping power
brakes can and should be used to­gether to maximize braking effec­tiveness

Experienced motorcyclists learn to
"cover" the front brake lever by
lightly resting a couple of fingers
over the lever when riding in traffic
and near intersections to give their
reaction time a head start

Emergency stopping and swerving
are techniques that you should
practice and master before you find

yourself in an emergency situation
The best place to practice such
techniques is in a controlled envi-

ronment such as the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation's (MSF) rider

training courses

cycle RiderCourses (fundamental

techniques) and Experienced

RiderCourses (advanced strate-

gies) present hands-on instruction
of the basic principles of motorcy­cling and a variety of accident­avoidance maneuvers
soned motorcyclist can improved

his or her riding skills, and pick up

.

.

. Many inexpe-

. Your

. The front and rear

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. The MSF's Motor-

. Even a sea-

a few new skills, through these
courses
nies even offer discounts to course
graduates

Special situations require
special care
Of course, there are some times

when full-force braking is not the

correct technique
surface is wet, loose, or rough, you
should brake with care

you're leaned over in a corner,

avoid braking
braking

fore entering the corner

In these situations, the traction
available between your tires and
the road surface is limited
Overbraking when traction is lim-

ited will cause your tires to skid,

possibly resulting in loss of direc­tional control or causing you and
your motorcycle to fall over

Know your limits
Always ride within the boundaries
of your own skills

limits and staying within them will

help you avoid accidents

A major cause of accidents involv­ing only a motorcycle (and no cars)
is going too fast through a turn

Before entering a turn, select an
appropriately low cornering speed

. Some insurance compa-

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. When the road

. When

. Straighten up before

. Better yet, slow down be-

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. Knowing these

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Even on straight roads, ride at a
speed that is appropriate for the

traffic, visibility and road conditions,
your motorcycle, and your experi­ence

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Riding a motorcycle safely requires
that your mental and physical skills
are fully part of the experience
should not attempt to operate a
motor vehicle, especially one with
two wheels, if you are tired or un­der the influence of alcohol or other
drugs

. Alcohol, illegal drugs, and
even some prescription and over­the-counter drugs can cause
drowsiness, loss of coordination,
loss of balance, and especially the
loss of good judgment

.

tired or under the influence of al­cohol or other drugs, PLEASE DO
NOT RIDE your motorcycle

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.You

. If you are

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Be extra safety-conscious on
bad weather days
I ildlng on bad weather days, espe­cially wet ones, requires extra cau-

. Braking distances increase on

tion
a rainy day

surface marks, manhole covers,
and greasy-appearing areas, as
they can be especially slippery
extra caution at railway crossings
and on metal gratings and bridges
When it starts to rain, any oil or
grease on the road rises to the sur­face of the water
a few minutes until this oil film is
washed away before riding
ever in doubt about road conditions,
slow down!

Practice away from traffic
Your riding skill and your mechani­cal knowledge form the foundation
for safe riding practices
gest that you practice riding your
motorcycle in a non-traffic situation
until you are thoroughly familiar
with your machine and its controls
Again, consider taking one of the
MSF's RiderCourses
will be pleased with the caliber of
the information presented in these

courses

more you know, the better it getsl"

Inspection before riding
Review the instructions in the "IN­SPECTION BEFORE RIDING"
section of this manual

entire pre-ride Inspection before
you

head

. Stay off the painted

. As the MSF says

out on the road

.

. Use

. Pull over and wait

. When-

.

. We sug-

. Even experts

: "The

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. Perform an

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Spending a few minutes preparing
your machine for a ride can help
prevent accidents due to mechani­cal failure or costly, inconvenient
breakdowns far from home

Accessories and Loading
The accessories you use with your

motorcycle and the manner in
which you load your gear onto the

.

bike might create hazards

namics, handling, balance, and

cornering clearance can suffer, and
the suspension and tires can be

overloaded
SORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE

LOADING" section

Carrying a Passenger
Carrying a passenger, when done

correctly, is a great way to share
the joy of motorcycling
have to alter your riding style some-

what since the extra weight of a
passenger will affect handling and

braking

.

just tire pressures and suspension

please refer to the Tire Pressure
and Loading section and the Sus­pension section for more details

A passenger needs the same pro­tection that you do, including a hel­met and proper clothing
senger should not wear long shoe
laces or loose pants that could get
caught In the wheel or the chain
Passengers must be tall enough
that their feet reach the footrests

. You may also need to ad-

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. Aerody-

. Read the "ACCES-

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. You will

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. The pas-

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Motorcycle Safety
Foundation's "Riding Tips and
Practice Guide" Handbook
(for owners in USA)
This special handbook, supplied
with your owner's manual, contains
a variety of safety tips, helpful hints,
and practice exercises
manual can increase your riding
enjoyment and safety
read it thoroughly

Be street smart
Always heed speed limits, local
laws, and the basic rules of the
road

. Set a good example for oth-

ers by demonstrating a courteous
attitude and a responsible riding
style

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Conclusion
Traffic, road and weather conditions

vary

. Other motorists' actions are
unpredictable
condition can change
tors can best be dealt with by giv-

;

ing every ride your full attention

Circumstances beyond your con­trol could lead to an accident

need to prepare for the unexpected
by wearing a helmet and other pro-

tective gear, and learning emer­gency braking and swerving tech­niques to minimize the damage to
you and your machine

.

The best way to learn basic riding
skills and evasive maneuvers or re-

fresh your own riding skills is to take
one of the courses offered by the

Motorcycle Safety Foundation

.

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. This

. You should

.

.

. Your motorcycle's

. These fac-

. You

.

. Your

Suzuki dealer can help you locate
the fundamental or advanced riding
skills course nearest you, or you
can call toll-free 1-800-446-9227

Good riding on your new Suzuki!

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FUEL, ENGINE OIL
AND COOLANT
RECOMMENDATION

FUEL

Your motorcycle requires regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump octane rating of 87 ((R+M)/2
method)
els that are available are oxygen­ated fuels
meet the minimum octane require­ment and the requirements de­scribed below may be used in your
motorcycle without jeopardizing the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty or
the Emission Control System War-

ranty

NOTE
which contain oxygen-carrying ad­ditives such as MTBE or alcohol

Gasoline Containing MTBE

Unleaded gasoline containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

may be used in your motorcycle if
the MTBE content is not greater
than 15%

does not contain alcohol

Gasoline/Ethanol Blends

Blends of unleaded gasoline and

ethanol (grain alcohol), also known

as GASOHOL, may be used in your

vehicle if the ethanol content is not

greater than 10%

. In some areas,the only fu-

. Oxygenated fuels which

.

: Oxygenated fuels are fuels

. This oxygenated fuel

.

.

Gasoline/Methanol Blends

Fuels containing 5% or less metha­nol (wood alcohol) may be suitable

for use in your motorcycle if they

contain co-solvents and corrosion
inhibitors

DO NOT USE fuels containing
more than 5% methanol under any
circumstances
age or motorcycle performance
problems resulting from the use of
such fuels are not the responsibil­ity of Suzuki and may not be cov­ered under the New Vehicle Lim-

ited Warranty or the Emission Con-

trol System Warranty

Fuel Pump Labeling
In some states, pumps that dis-

pense oxygenated fuels are re-

quired to be labeled for the type and

percentage of oxygenate, and

.

whether important additives are

present
enough information for you to de-

termine if a particular blend of fuel

meets the requirements listed
above
not be clearly labeled as to the con-

tent or type of oxygenate and ad­ditives

fuel you intend to use meets these
requirements, check with the ser­vice station operator or the fuel
suppliers

. Such labels may provide

. In other states, pumps may

. If you are not sure that the

.

. Fuel system dam-

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NOTE

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To help clean the air, Suzuki

recommends that you use the
oxygenated fuels

•

Be sure that any oxygenated
fuel you use has octane ratings

of at least 87 pump octane
((R+M)/2 method)

•

If you are not satisfied with the
driveablity or fuel economy of

your motorcycle when you are

using an oxygenated fuel, you
should switch back to regular

unleaded gasoline

•

If engine pinging is experienced,

substitute another brand as

there are differences between

brands

Spilled gasoline containing al­cohol can harm your motor­cycle
painted surfaces

Be careful not to spill any fluid
when filling the fuel tank
spilled gasoline up immediately

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CAUTION

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. Alcohol can damage

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. Wipe

ENGINE OIL

Suzuki recommends the use of
SUZUKI PERFORMANCE 4 MO-

TOR OIL or an oil which is rated

SF or SG under the API (American
Petroleum Institute) classification
system
be SAE 1 OW-40

oil is not available, select an alter-

native according to the chart be­low

ENGINE OIL

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TEMP

. The viscosity rating should

. If an SAE1 OW-40

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20W-50

15-

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5W-50

1 OW-40

IOW-50

1 OW-30

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ENGINE

COOLANT SOLUTION
Use engine coolant that is compat­ible with an aluminum radiator,
mixed with distilled water at a 50

:50

Spilled engine coolant can dam­age painted surfaces

mixture ratio for engine coolant
solution

other than 50
efficiency or rust inhibiting perfor-

mance

Engine Coolant
Engine coolant should be used at
all times in your motorcycle's radia­tor, even if the temperature in your
area does not go down to the freez­ing point
rust inhibitor and water pump lubri-

cant as well as an antifreeze solu­tion

. An engine coolant mixture

:50 can affect cooling

.

Do not spill any fluid when
ing the radiator
engine coolant up immediately

Water for Mixing
Use distilled water only

than distilled water can corrode and
clog the aluminum radiator

. Engine coolant acts as a

Required amount of engine cool-

ant/water solution capacity (total)

.

WARNING

1600 ml (3

Engine coolant

Engine coolant is harmful if
swallowed or if it comes in con­tact with your skin or eyes

.

Water

CAUTION

. Wipe

.4 US pt)

(1

(1

LOCATION OF LABELS

Read and follow all of the warnings

.

fill-

spilled

. Water other

.

800 ml
.7 US pt)

800 ml

.7 US pt)

labeled on your motorcycle
sure you understand all of the la­bels
torcycle
any reason

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(SV650)

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(SV650S)

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. Make

Failure

. Keep the labels on your mo-

. Do not remove them for

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cautions
injury

•

Wear a helmet, eye protection, and
bright protective clothing

•

Don't ride after consuming alcohol
or other drugs

•

Slow down on slippery surfaces, un­familiar terrain, or when visibility is
reduced

•

Read owner's manual carefully

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The owner's manual contains important
safety information and instructions
which should be read carefully before
operating the vehicle

If the vehicle has been resold, obtain
the owner's manual from the previous
owner or contact your local SUZUKI
dealer for assistance

A WARNING

to

may

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follow these

increase your

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safety

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risk

pre-

of

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Keep engine coolant away from
children and pets

. Call your doc­tor immediately if engine cool­ant is swallowed, and induce

vomiting

. Flush eyes or skin with
water if engine coolant gets in
eyes or comes in contact with

skin

.

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WARNING

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:har"~re condition,
waar, and cold re
In- urn before each ride

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RaPlnrn only with
1111111 1 SS tires of listed

and type

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nwner's manual for

formation

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COLD TIRE
PRESSURE

FRONT
REAR

TYPE

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TIRE SIZE

METZELER

SOLO RIDING

kPa

kgf/cm

2

psi

225 2 25
250

2 50 36

FRONT

120/60 ZR17 155WI 160/60 ZR17 169W)

MEZ4 Front

33

kPa kgf/cm'
225
250

DUAL RIDING

s

2 25 33
2 50 36

REAR

MEZ4

(SV650)

(SV650S)

A WARNING

Never make any modifications to the aluminum alloy
frame, such as drilling or welding
will weaken the frame and may lead to an accident

. Such modifications

LOCATION OF PARTS

(SV650)

(1) Clutch lever
® Left handlebar switches

(3)

Choke lever

(4) Tachometer

Ignition switch

()

Speedometer

.

1)

(7)

Front brake fluid reservoir

(B)

Right handlebar switches

(2)

Throttle grip

100

Front brake lever

fill

Fuel tank cap