Suzuki SV650A (2020), SV650XA (2020) User guide

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger
vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in
a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your
hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For
more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.

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

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WARNING/CAUTION/

NOTICE

Please read this manual and fol­low its instructions carefully. To
emphasize special information,
the symbol
WAR NING, CAUTION, NOTICE
and NOTE have special mean-
ings. Pay particular attention to
messages highlighted by these
signal words:

/NOTE

 and the words

 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.

NOTICE

Indicates a potential hazard
that could result in vehicle or
equipment damage.

FOREWORD

Motorcycling is one of the most
exhilarating sports and to ensure
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. By follow­ing these instructions explicitly
you will ensure a long trouble-free
operating life for your motorcycle.
This motorcycle also conforms to
the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and California Air
Resource Board (CARB) emis­sion regulations which apply to
new motorcycles. The proper
adjustment of engine components
is necessary for this motorcycle to
comply with the EPA and CARB
regulations. Therefore, please fol­low 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.

NOTE: Indicates special informa­tion to make maintenance easier
or instructions clearer.

All information, illustrations and
specifications contained in this
manual are based on the latest
product information available at
the time of publication. Due to
improvements or other changes,
there may be some discrepan­cies between information in this
manual and your motorcycle.
Suzuki reserves the right to make
production changes at any time,
without notice and without incur­ring any obligation to make the
same or similar changes to vehi­cles previously built or sold.

Suzuki Motor Corporation
believes in conservation and pro­tection of Earth’s natural
resources. To that end, we
encourage every vehicle owner to
recycle, trade in, or properly dis­pose of, as appropriate, used
motor oil, coolant, and other flu­ids, batteries and tires.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

THE SPORT OF MOTORCYCLING

FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS

CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS

BREAK-IN AND INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING

RIDING TIPS

ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX

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THE SPORT OF MOTORCYCLING

MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED ............................................................. 1-2

IF YOU DON’T HAVE A HELMET, BUY A HELMET AND

WEAR IT EVERY TIME YOU RIDE ..................................................................... 1-2

IF A COLLISION IS IMMINENT, DO SOMETHING ............................................. 1-3

SPECIAL SITUATIONS REQUIRE SPECIAL CARE .......................................... 1-4

KNOW YOUR LIMITS .......................................................................................... 1-4

BE EXTRA SAFETY-CONSCIOUS ON BAD WEATHER DAYS ........................ 1-4

PRACTICE AWAY FROM TRAFFIC ................................................................... 1-5

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING .......................................................................... 1-5

ACCESSORIES AND LOADING ......................................................................... 1-5

CARRYING A PASSENGER ............................................................................... 1-5

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION’S
“RIDING TIPS AND PRACTICE GUIDE” HANDBOOK

(FOR OWNERS IN USA) .....................................................................................1-6

BE STREET SMART ........................................................................................... 1-6

LABELS ............................................................................................................... 1-6

CONCLUSION ..................................................................................................... 1-6

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THE SPORT OF
MOTORCYCLING

Your motorcycle and this owner’s
manual have been designed by
people like you who enjoy motor­cycling. People become motorcy­clists for many reasons. For
starters, street riding is fun and
invigorating. But no matter why
you became a motorcyclist, or
how experienced you are, you will
eventually face some challenging
situations.

In preparing for these challenges,
you will be fine-tuning your coordi­nation, concentration, and atti­tude. Learning the skills and
strategies associated with motor­cycling is the basis for safely par­ticipating in this sport. Many
motorcyclists find that as they
become better riders, they also
get more enjoyment from the free­dom unique to motorcycling.

Please remember:

MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED

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 always notice motorcyclists.

Ride defensively. Wise motorcy­clists use a strategy of assuming
they are invisible to other drivers,
even in broad daylight. Pay care­ful 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. Put
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
occur 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.

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Helmets do not reduce essential
vision or hearing. Generally, hel­mets do not cause or intensify
injury if you crash. Helmets simply
help your skull protect your intelli­gence, 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.

IF A COLLISION IS IMMINENT, DO SOMETHING

Many riders fear locking up their
brakes or haven’t learned to
swerve to avoid an accident.
Many inexperienced 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. Your rear brake
can only provide about 30% of
your motorcycle’s potential stop­ping power. The front and rear
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 environment such as the
Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s
(MSF) rider training courses. The
MSF’s Motorcycle Rider Courses
(fundamental techniques) and
Experienced Rider Courses
(advanced strategies) present
hands-on instruction of the basic
principles of motorcycling and a
variety of accident-avoidance
maneuvers. Even a seasoned
motorcyclist can improved his or
her riding skills, and pick up a few
new skills, through these courses.
Some insurance companies even
offer discounts to course gradu­ates.

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SPECIAL SITUATIONS REQUIRE SPECIAL CARE

Of course, there are some times
when full-force braking is not the
correct technique. When the road
surface is wet, loose, or rough,
you should brake with care. When
you’re leaned over in a corner,
avoid braking. Straighten up
before braking. Better yet, slow
down before entering the corner.

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

Even on straight roads, ride at a
speed that is appropriate for the
traffic, visibility and road condi­tions, your motorcycle, and your
experience.

Riding a motorcycle safely
requires that your mental and
physical skills are fully part of the
experience. You 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. If you
are tired or under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs, PLEASE
DO NOT RIDE your motorcycle.

BE EXTRA SAFETY-CONSCIOUS ON BAD WEATHER DAYS

Riding on bad weather days,
especially wet ones, requires
extra caution. Braking distances
increase on a rainy day. Stay off
the painted surface marks, man­hole covers, and greasy-appear­ing areas, as they can be
especially slippery. Use 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. Pull over and wait a few
minutes until this oil film is
washed away before riding.
Whenever in doubt about road
conditions, slow down!

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PRACTICE AWAY FROM TRAFFIC

Your riding skill and your mechan­ical knowledge form the founda­tion for safe riding practices. We
suggest 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 Rider Courses.
Even experts will be pleased with
the caliber of the information pre­sented in these courses. As the
MSF says: “The more you know,
the better it gets!”

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING

Review the instructions in the
“INSPECTION BEFORE RID­ING” section of this manual. Per­form an entire pre-ride inspection
before you head out on the road.
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.
Aerodynamics, handling, balance,
and cornering clearance can suf­fer, and the suspension and tires
can be overloaded. Read the
“ACCESSORY USE AND
MOTORCYCLE LOADING” sec­tion.

CARRYING A PASSENGER

Carrying a passenger, when done
correctly, is a great way to share
the joy of motorcycling. You will
have to alter your riding style
somewhat since the extra weight
of a passenger will affect handling
and braking. You may also need
to adjust 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. The
passenger 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.

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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.
This manual can increase your
riding enjoyment and safety. You
should read it thoroughly.

BE STREET SMART

Always heed speed limits, local
laws, and the basic rules of the
road. Set a good example for oth­ers by demonstrating a courteous
attitude and a responsible riding
style.

LABELS

Read and follow all the labels on
the motorcycle. Make sure you
understand all of the labels. Do
not remove any labels from the
motorcycle.

CONCLUSION

Traffic, road and weather condi­tions vary. Other motorists’
actions are unpredictable. Your
motorcycle’s condition can
change. These factors can best
be dealt with by giving every ride
your full attention.

Circumstances beyond your con­trol could lead to an accident. You
need to prepare for the unex­pected by wearing a helmet and
other protective 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
refresh your own riding skills is to
take one of the courses offered by
the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
Your Suzuki dealer can help you
locate the fundamental or
advanced riding skills course
nearest you, or owners in the USA
can call toll-free 1-800-446-9227.

Good riding on your new Suzuki!

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FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT

RECOMMENDATIONS

FUEL .................................................................................................................... 2-2

ENGINE OIL ......................................................................................................... 2-4

ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION ......................................................................... 2-6

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FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND

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COOLANT
RECOMMENDATIONS

FUEL

Your motorcycle 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.

NOTE:

• If the engine develops some
trouble like lack of acceleration
or insufficient power, the cause
may be due to the fuel the
motorcycle uses. In such case,
try changing to a different gas
station. If the situation is not
improved by changing, consult
your Suzuki dealer.

• If pinking or knocking is experi­enced, substitute higher
octane grade gasoline or
another brand, because there
are differences between
brands.

Oxygenated fuels which 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 War­ranty.

NOTE: Oxygenated fuels are
fuels which contain oxygen-carry­ing additives such as alcohol.

Gasoline/Ethanol Blends

Blends of unleaded gasoline and
ethanol (grain alcohol), also
known as GASOHOL, are com­mercially available in some areas.
Blends of this type may be used in
your motorcycle if they are no
more than 10% ethanol. Make
sure this gasoline-ethanol blend
has octane ratings no lower than
those recommended for gasoline.

Use the recommended gasoline.

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Fuel Pump Labeling

In some states, pumps that dis­pense oxygenated fuels are
required to be labeled for the type
and percentage of oxygenate, and
whether important additives are
present. Such labels may provide
enough information for you to
determine if a particular blend of
fuel meets the requirements listed
above. In other states, pumps
may not be clearly labeled as to
the content or type of oxygenate
and additives. If you are not sure
that the fuel you intend to use
meets these requirements, check
with the service station operator
or the fuel supplier.

NOTE:

• To help minimize air pollution,
Suzuki recommends that you
use 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
drivability of your motorcycle
when you are using an oxy­genated fuel, or if engine ping­ing is experienced, substitute
another brand as there are dif­ferences between brands.

NOTICE

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

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

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ENGINE OIL

ENGINE OIL

TEMP.

Suzuki recommends the use of
SUZUKI PERFORMANCE 4
MOTOR OIL or equivalent engine
oil. If SUZUKI PERFORMANCE 4
MOTOR OIL is not available,
select a proper engine oil accord­ing to the following guideline.
Oil quality is a major contributor to
your engine’s performance and
life. Always select good quality
engine oil. Use oil with an API
(American Petroleum Institute)
classification of SG, SH, SJ, SL,
SM or SN with a JASO classifica­tion of MA.

SAE API JASO

10W-40

API: American Petroleum Institute
JASO: Japanese Automobile
Standards Organization

NOTE: SUZUKI highly recom­mends the use of ECSTAR brand
engine oil. ECSTAR has been
specially formulated for your
SUZUKI product and contributes
to the desired motorcycle perfor­mance and ideal riding experi­ence.

SG, SH, SJ, SL,

SM or SN

MA

SAE Engine Oil Viscosity

Suzuki recommends the use of
SAE 10W-40 engine oil. If SAE
10W-40 engine oil is not available,
select an alternative according to
the following chart.

* USE ONLY SG, SH, SJ or SL.

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JASO T903

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10W-40

The JASO T903 standard is an
index to select engine oils for 4­stroke motorcycle and ATV
engines. Motorcycle and ATV
engines lubricate clutch and
transmission gears with engine
oil. JASO T903 specifies perfor­mance requirements for motorcy­cle and ATV clutches and
transmissions.

There are two classes, MA and
MB. The oil container shows the
classification as follows.

Energy Conserving

Suzuki does not recommend the
use of “ENERGY CONSERVING”
or “RESOURCE CONSERVING”
oils. Some engine oils which have
an API classification of SH, SJ,
SL, SM or SN have an “ENERGY
CONSERVING” or “RESOURCE
CONSERVING” indication in the
API classification donut mark.
These oils can affect engine life
and clutch performance.

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

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API SH, SJ, SL or SM

API SN

Not recommended

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ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION

Use “SUZUKI SUPER LONG
LIFE COOLANT” or “SUZUKI
LONG LIFE COOLANT”. If
“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE
COOLANT” and “SUZUKI LONG
LIFE COOLANT” are not avail­able, use a glycol-based anti­freeze compatible with an
aluminum radiator mixed with dis­tilled water only at the ratio of
50:50.

 WARNING

Engine coolant is harmful or
fatal if swallowed or inhaled.
Solution can be poisonous to
animals.

Do not drink antifreeze or cool­ant solution. If swallowed, do
not induce vomiting. Immedi­ately contact a poison control
center or a physician. Avoid
inhaling mist or hot vapors; if
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If
coolant gets in eyes, flush eyes
with water and seek medical
attention. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Keep out of the
reach of children and animals.

NOTICE

Spilled engine coolant can
damage the painted surfaces of
your motorcycle.

Be careful not to spill any fluid
when filling the radiator. Wipe
spilled engine coolant up
immediately.

NOTE: SUZUKI highly recom­mends the use of ECSTAR brand
coolant. ECSTAR has been spe­cially formulated for your SUZUKI
product and contributes to the
desired motorcycle performance
and ideal riding experience.

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ENGINE COOLANT

Engine coolant performs as a rust
inhibitor and water pump lubricant
as well as an anti-freeze solution.
Therefore engine coolant should
be used at all times even though
the atmospheric temperature in
your area does not go down to the
freezing point.

SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE
COOLANT (Blue)

“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE
COOLANT” is pre-mixed to the
proper ratio. Add only “SUZUKI
SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT”
if coolant level drops. It is not nec­essary to dilute “SUZUKI SUPER
LONG LIFE COOLANT” when
replacing coolant.

SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT
(Green)

Water for Mixing

Use distilled water only. Water
other than distilled water can cor­rode and clog the aluminum radia­tor.

Required amount of engine cool­ant/water solution capacity (total):
1850 ml (2.0 US qt)

Engine coolant 925 ml (1.0 US qt)

Water 925 ml (1.0 US qt)

NOTE: This 50% mixture will
protect the cooling system from
freezing at temperatures above
–31°C (–24°F). If the motorcycle
is to be exposed to temperature
below –31°C (–24°F), this mix­ing ratio should be increased up
to 55% (–40°C/–40°F) or 60%
(–55°C/–67°F) coolant. The mix­ing ratio should not exceed 60%
coolant.

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CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT AND

ADJUSTMENTS

LOCATION OF PARTS ....................................................................................... 3-2

KEY ...................................................................................................................... 3-5

IGNITION SWITCH .............................................................................................. 3-5

INSTRUMENT PANEL ......................................................................................... 3-8

LEFT HANDLEBAR ........................................................................................... 3-20

RIGHT HANDLEBAR ........................................................................................3-22

FUEL TANK CAP .............................................................................................. 3-24

GEARSHIFT LEVER .......................................................................................... 3-25

REAR BRAKE PEDAL ...................................................................................... 3-26

SEAT LOCK ....................................................................................................... 3-26

LUGGAGE STRAPS .......................................................................................... 3-27

SIDE STAND ...................................................................................................... 3-27

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................... 3-28

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CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS

LOCATION OF PARTS

SV650/A

1 Clutch lever
2 Left handlebar switches
3 Instrument panel
4 Front brake fluid reservoir
5 Right handlebar switches
6 Throttle grip
7 Front brake lever
8 Ignition switch
9 Fuel tank cap

SV650XA

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SV650/A

0 Battery and fuses
A Seat lock
B To o ls
C Engine oil filter
D Engine oil drain plug
E Side stand
F Gearshift lever

SV650XA

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SV650/A

G Rear brake fluid reservoir
H Engine oil filler cap
I Rear brake light switch
J Rear brake pedal
K Engine oil inspection window

SV650XA

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KEY

IGNITION SWITCH

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Two keys come with this motorcy­cle. Keep the spare key in a safe
place.

The ignition switch has 4 posi­tions.

“OFF” position

All electrical circuits are off. The
engine will not start. The key can
be removed.

“ON” position

The ignition circuit is completed
and the engine can run. The
headlight, speedometer, license
plate light and taillight will auto­matically turn on. The key cannot
be removed in this position.

NOTE: Start the engine promptly
after turning the key to the “ON”
position, or the battery will lose
power due to consumption by the
headlight, speedometer, license
plate light and taillight.

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“LOCK” position

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All electrical circuits are off. The
key can be removed and the
steering will be locked. Turn the
steering all the way to the left and
push down the key and turn it to
the “LOCK” position.

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.

“P” (PARKING) position

The taillight and license plate light
will come on to increase visibility
for temporary roadside parking at
night. The key can be removed
and the steering will be locked.

 WARNING

Turning the ignition switch to
the “P” (PARKING) or “LOCK”
position while the motorcycle
is moving can be hazardous.
Moving the motorcycle while
the steering is locked can be
hazardous. You could lose your
balance and fall, or you could
drop the motorcycle.

Stop the motorcycle and place
it on the side stand before lock­ing the steering. Never attempt
to move the motorcycle when
the steering is locked.

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 WARNING

If the motorcycle falls down
due to a slip or collision, unex­pected damage to the motorcy­cle could cause the engine to
keep running, which could
result in a 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 motorcycle for unseen
damage.

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The key hole can be covered by
turning the lid.

Align the lid hole position to the
key hole position when inserting
the key.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

To change the display pattern,
push the SEL button 1. The dis­play pattern changes in the order
below.

The malfunction indicator light 8,
engine coolant temperature indi­cator/oil pressure indicator light
G, ABS indicator light H
(SV650A/XA), and LCD’s work as
follows to confirm their function
when the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position.

• The malfunction indicator light
8 comes on for 3 seconds.

• All LCD segments appear and
then show the normal display.

Tachometer 3

The tachometer indicates the
engine speed in revolutions per
minute (r/min).

Press and hold the SEL button 1
and turn on the ignition switch.
Hold the SEL button 1 for 4 sec­onds to switch tachometer display
pattern setting mode.

Normal

Push the ADJ button 2 to exit the
tachometer display pattern setting
mode.

Speedometer 4

The speedometer indicates the
road speed in miles per hour or
kilometers per hour.

NOTE:

• Set the meter A to odometer,

• Select mph or km/h, as appro-

• Check mph and km/h display

 Peak hold  Normal

then press and hold the SEL
button 1 for 2 seconds to
switch between mph and km/h.
At the same time, the odome­ter will be changed between
mile and km.

priate, to comply with traffic
regulations.

after adjusting the instrument
panel display.

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Gear Position Indicator 5

The gear position indicator indi­cates gear position. This indica­tor displays “N” when the
transmission is in neutral.

NOTE: When the display indi­cates “CHEC” in the odometer
display area, the gear position
indicator does not indicate a num­ber but indicates “–”.

Oil Pressure Indicator “

When the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position but the engine has
not been started, the symbol
“

” 6 in the display and the

indicator light G comes on. As
soon as the engine is started, the
symbol “
light should go out.

When the engine oil pressure
drops under the normal operating
range, the symbol “
display appears and the indicator
light G comes on.

” 6 and the indicator

” 6

” 6 in the

NOTICE

Riding the motorcycle with the
oil pressure indicator light lit
can damage the engine and
transmission.

If the oil pressure indicator
light comes on, indicating low
oil pressure, stop the engine
immediately. Check the oil level
and add oil if necessary. If
there is a proper amount of oil
and the light still does not go
out, have your authorized
Suzuki dealer or a qualified
mechanic inspect your motor­cycle.

Turn Signal Indicator Light
“

” 7

When the turn signals are being
operated either to the right or to
the left, the indicator light will blink
intermittently.

NOTICE

After starting the engine, open­ing the throttle or running the
motorcycle with the oil pres­sure indicator light turned on
may adversely affect the
engine.

Make sure that the oil pressure
indicator light has turned off
before operating the throttle or
running the motorcycle.

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NOTE: If a turn signal light is not
operating properly due to bulb fila­ment or circuit failure, the indica­tor light blinks more quickly to
notify the rider of the existence of
a problem.

Malfunction Indicator Light
“” 8

If the fuel injection system fails,
the malfunction indicator light 8
comes on and the display indi­cates “FI” in the odometer display
area in the following two modes;

A. The display A in the odometer

display area alternately indi­cates “FI” and the odometer/
trip meter reading, and the
malfunction indicator light 8
comes on and remains lit.

B. The display A in the odometer

display area indicates “FI” con­tinuously and the malfunction
indicator light 8 blinks.

NOTICE

The malfunction indicator light
comes on to indicate a problem
with the fuel injection system.

If the display indicates “FI” and
the malfunction indicator light
comes on, have your autho­rized Suzuki dealer or a quali­fied mechanic inspect the fuel
injection system as soon as
possible.

NOTE:

• If the display indicates “FI”
continuously and the malfunc­tion indicator light blinks, the
engine will not start.

• If the malfunction indicator
light comes on and fast blinks
3 times, the battery voltage is
lower. Ask your authorized
Suzuki dealer to inspect the
motorcycle.

The engine may continue to run in
mode A, but the engine will not
run in mode B.

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When the display indicates
“CHEC” in the odometer display
area, check the following items;

• Make sure that the engine stop
switch is in the “

” position.

• Make sure that the transmis­sion is in neutral or the side
stand is fully up.

If the display still indicates
“CHEC” after checking the above
items, inspect the ignition fuse
and the connection of the lead
wire couplers.

High Beam Indicator Light “

”

9

This blue indicator light will be lit
when the headlight high beam is
turned on.

Clock 0

Time is shown when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. The
clock has a 12-hour display. Fol­low the procedure below to adjust
the clock.

To adjust the clock, press and
hold the SEL button 1 and the
ADJ button 2 simultaneously for
2 seconds until the clock display
blinks.

1. Push the SEL button 1 to

adjust the hour display.

2. Push the ADJ button 2 to

adjust the minute display.

3. Press and hold the SEL button

1 and the ADJ button 2
simultaneously for 2 seconds
to return to the clock mode.

NOTE:

• When the SEL button 1 or the
ADJ button 2 is pressed and
held, the display will increase
continuously.

• The clock can be adjusted
when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position.

• This clock is powered by the
battery of the motorcycle. If
your motorcycle is to be left
unused more than two months,
remove the battery from the
motorcycle.

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Odometer/Trip Meter/

TRIP

A B

TRIP

Instrument Panel Light
Brightness A

The display has 4 functions;
odometer, two trip meters, and
instrument panel light brightness.
When the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position, the test pat­tern shown below is displayed for
3 seconds. After the test pattern is
displayed, the display will show
the function that was displayed
the last time that the ignition
switch was turned off.

NOTE:

• Set the meter A to odometer,
then press and hold the SEL
button 1 for 2 seconds to
switch between mile and km.
At this time, the speedometer
will be changed between mph
and km/h and the instanta­neous/average fuel consump­tion meter will be changed
between MPG and km/L (L/
100 km).

• Select mile or km, as appropri­ate, to comply with traffic regu­lations.

• Check the mile and km display
after adjusting the instrument
panel display.

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To change the display, push the

Odometer

Tr ip m e t er A

Tr ip m e t er B

Instrument panel light brightness

SEL button 1. The display
changes in the order below.

Odometer

The odometer registers the total
distance that the motorcycle has
been ridden. The odometer
ranges from 0 to 999999.

NOTE: The odometer display
locks at 999999 when the total
distance exceeds 999999.

Trip meters

The two trip meters are resettable
odometers. They can register two
kinds of distances at the same
time. For instance, trip meter A
can register the trip distance and
trip meter B can register the dis­tance between fuel stops.

To reset a meter to zero, press
and hold the SEL button 1 for 2
seconds while the display indi­cates the trip meter A or B, you
want to reset. When you reset the
trip meter A or B, the fuel con­sumption meter will also be reset.

NOTE: When the trip meter
exceeds 9999.9, the trip meter will
return to 0.0 and start counting
again.

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Instrument panel light
brightness

Set the meter to instrument panel
light brightness, then press and
hold the SEL button 1 for 2 sec­onds until the “

” mark indicators

blink. Pushing the SEL button 1
will change the instrument panel
light brightness in 6 steps. The
brightness indicator indicates
brightness from “” (min) to
“” (max). Press and
hold the SEL button 1 for 2 sec­onds to return to instrument panel
light brightness mode.

 WARNING

Changing the display while rid­ing can be hazardous. Remov­ing a hand from the handlebars
can reduce your ability to con­trol the motorcycle.

Fuel Level Indicator “” B

The fuel level indicator indicates
the amount of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank. The fuel level indica­tor displays all 6 segments when
the fuel tank is full. The mark
blinks when the fuel level drops
below 4.2 L (4.4 US qt). The mark
and segment blink when the fuel
drops below 1.7 L (1.8 US qt).

Fuel tank

Segment

 mark

Approximately

Blink

Blink Blink

1.7 L

Approximately

4.2 L

Full

NOTE:

• The fuel level indicator will not
indicate correctly when the
motorcycle is placed on the
side stand. Turn the ignition
switch to the “ON” position
when the motorcycle is held
upright.

• If the fuel mark blinks, fill the
fuel tank immediately. Also, the
last segment of the fuel level
indicator blinks when the fuel
tank is almost empty.

Never change the display while
riding. Keep both hands on the
handlebars.

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Instantaneous Fuel

AVG

A

RANGE

Driving range meter

Instantaneous fuel consumption

Trip meter A or B

average fuel consumption

Consumption Meter/Average
Fuel Consumption Meter/
Driving Range Meter C

The display has 3 functions;
instantaneous fuel consumption
meter, average fuel consumption
meter and driving range meter.
When the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position, the test pat­tern shown below is displayed for
3 seconds.

To change the display, push the
ADJ button 2. The display
changes in the order below.

RANGE

A

AVG

B

MPGUSIMP

km/L/100km

After the test pattern is displayed,
the display will show the function
that was displayed the last time
that the ignition switch was turned
off.

3-15

Instantaneous Fuel
Consumption Meter and
Average Fuel Consumption
Meter

To change between “MPG” and
“km/L (L/100km)”, set the meter
A to odometer, then press and
hold the SEL button 1 for 2 sec­onds. At the same time, the
odometer will be changed
between mile and km.

To change between “MPG US”
and “MPG IMP”, “km/L” and “L/
100km” set the meter C to either
instantaneous fuel consumption
meter or average fuel consump­tion meter and hold the ADJ but­ton 2 for 2 seconds.

Instantaneous fuel
consumption meter

The instantaneous fuel consump­tion meter displays the fuel con­sumption value only when the
motorcycle is moving. However,
when the motorcycle is stopping,
the fuel consumption meter dis­plays “– – . –”. This meter ranges
from 0.1 to 50.0 (km/L), or from

0.1 to 99.9 (MPG US, IMP).

NOTE: The display shows esti­mated values. Indications may not
be the same as actual values.

Average fuel consumption
meter

The average fuel consumption
meter displays average fuel con­sumption ratio of trip A or trip B.
The average fuel consumption
meter ranges from 0.1 to 50.0
(km/L), or from 0.1 to 99.9 (MPG
US, IMP). The average fuel con­sumption meter indicates “– – . –”
when the trip meter indicates 0.0.
To reset the fuel consumption
meter, reset the trip meter.

NOTE: The display shows esti­mated values. Indications may not
be the same as actual values.

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Driving range meter

The driving range meter displays
estimated driving range (distance)
based on the remaining fuel
within the range from 1 to 999 km
(mile). The driving range is recal­culated when you refuel, but the
indication may not change when
only a small amount of fuel is
added.

The driving range will not be
recalculated when the motorcycle
is placed on the side stand.
Check the estimated driving
range (distance) when the side
stand is retracted. When the bat­tery is disconnected, the driving
range meter will be reset. When
this happens, the meter indicates
“– – –” until the motorcycle is rid­den for a certain distance.

NOTE:

• The driving range (distance) is
an estimated value. The indi­cation may not be the same as
the actual driving distance.

• The meter does not use the
average fuel consumption
value to calculate driving
range (distance) and the cal­culation result may not be the
same as indicated by the aver­age fuel consumption meter.

• To avoid running out of gaso­line, you should not continue to
ride the motorcycle until the
estimated driving range drops
to 1.

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Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator “” D

The engine coolant temperature
is displayed by an LCD segment
temperature indicator D, water
temperature mark E, and indica­tor light G.

When the engine coolant tem­perature exceeds 241°F (116°C),
all six LCD segments turn on.
When the engine coolant tem­perature comes to 248°F (120°C),
the water temperature mark E
blinks, and the indicator light G
turns on. If all six LCD segments
for the temperature indication D
turn on, stop the engine, wait until
the engine is cooled, and check
the coolant level.

NOTICE

Riding the motorcycle with the
engine coolant temperature
indicator lit can cause serious
engine damage due to over­heating.

If the engine coolant tempera­ture indicator light comes on,
stop the engine to let it cool.
Do not run the engine until the
engine coolant temperature
indicator light goes off.

Neutral Indicator Light “N” F

The green light will come on when
the transmission is in neutral. The
light will go out when you shift into
any gear other than neutral.

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ABS Indicator Light “” H
(SV650A/XA)

This indicator normally comes on
when the ignition switch is turned
“ON” and goes off after the motor­cycle speed exceeds 6 mph (10
km/h).

If there is a problem with the ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System), this
indicator light blinks or comes on.
The ABS does not operate when
the ABS indicator light is on or
blinking.

NOTE: If the ABS indicator light
goes off after you start the motor­cycle but before you begin riding,
check the ABS indicator light
function by turning off and on the
ignition switch. The ABS indicator
light can go off if the engine is
revved at high speed before you
begin riding. If the ABS indicator
light does not come on when the
ignition switch is turned on, you
should have the system checked
by an authorized Suzuki dealer as
soon as possible.

 WARNING

Riding the motorcycle with the
ABS indicator light on can be
hazardous.

If the ABS indicator light blinks
or comes on while riding, stop
the motorcycle in a safe place
and turn off the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch “ON”
after a while and check if the
indicator light comes on.

• If the indicator light goes off
after starting to ride, the ABS
will be functioning.

• If it does not go off after
starting to ride, ABS is not
functioning, and the brakes
provide normal stopping abil­ity. You should have the sys­tem checked by an
authorized Suzuki dealer as
soon as possible.

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LEFT HANDLEBAR

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.

Dimmer Switch 2
“

” position

The headlight low beam turns on.

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.

NOTICE

Sticking tape or placing
objects in front of the headlight
can obstruct headlight heat
radiation. This can result in
headlight damage.

“” position

The headlight high beam turns
on. The high beam indicator light
also comes on.

Do not stick tape on the head­light or place objects in front of
the headlight.

NOTICE

Do not put objects in front of
the headlight or taillight when
they are on, and do not cover
with clothes when the motorcy­cle is stopped.

This may cause melting of the
lens or damage to the object by
the heat from the lens.

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Turn Signal Light Switch “”

3

Moving the switch to the “” posi­tion will flash the left turn signals.
Moving the switch to the “” posi­tion will flash the right turn sig­nals. The indicator light will also
flash intermittently. To cancel turn
signal operation, push the switch
in.

 WARNING

Failure to use the turn signals,
and failure to turn off the turn
signals can be hazardous.
Other drivers may misjudge
your course and this may
result in an accident.

Always use the turn signals
when you intend to change
lanes or make a turn. Be sure
to turn off the turn signals after
completing the turn or lane
change.

Horn Switch “

Press the switch to sound the
horn.

” 4

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RIGHT HANDLEBAR

Front Brake Lever Adjustment

Engine Stop Switch 1
“

” position

The ignition circuit is off. The
engine cannot start or run.

“

” position

The ignition circuit is on and the
engine can run.

NOTICE

Changing　the engine stop
switch from  to  or from
to  to  while riding may
damage to the engine or the
catalytic converter (if
equipped).

Do not use the engine stop
switch except for an emer­gency.

Front Brake Lever 2

Apply the front brake by squeez­ing the front brake lever towards
the grip. The brake light will come
on when the lever is squeezed.



The distance between the throttle
grip and the front brake lever is
adjustable to 5 positions. To
change the position, push the
brake lever forward and turn the
adjuster to the desired position.
Be sure the adjuster stops in the
proper position; a projection of the
brake lever pivot should fit into the
depression of the adjuster. This
motorcycle is delivered from the
factory with its adjuster set on
position 3.

 WARNING

Adjusting the front brake lever
position while riding can be
hazardous. Removing a hand
from the handlebars can
reduce your ability to control
the motorcycle.

Never adjust the front brake
lever position while riding.
Keep both hands on the han­dlebars.

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Electric Starter Switch “” 3

Use this switch to operate the
starter motor. With the ignition
switch in the “ON” position, the
engine stop switch in the “”
position, and the transmission in
neutral, push the electric starter
switch to start the engine.

NOTICE

If the neutral indicator light and
the gear position indicator are
not giving proper indications,
starting the engine can cause
serious engine damage.

NOTE: This motorcycle has a
starter interlock system for the
ignition and starter circuit. The
engine can only be started if:

• The transmission is in neutral,
or

• The transmission is in gear,
the side stand is fully up, and
the clutch is disengaged.

NOTE: The headlight will go off
when the electric starter switch is
pushed.

NOTICE

Engaging the starter motor for
more than five seconds at a
time can damage the starter
motor and wiring harness from
overheating.

Do not engage the starter
motor for more than five sec­onds at a time. If the engine
does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel supply
and ignition system. Refer to
the TROUBLESHOOTING sec­tion in this manual.

Before starting the engine,
make sure of the followings:

• When the neutral indicator
light comes on, the gear
position indicator should
indicate “N” (Neutral).

• When the neutral indicator
light goes off, the gear posi­tion indicator should indicate
either “1”, “2”, “3”, “4”, “5”
or “6”.

• If the neutral indicator light
and the gear position indica­tor are not working properly,
consult your Suzuki dealer.

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Suzuki Easy Start System

Suzuki Easy Start System permits
engine start by simple one-push
action on the electric starter
switch. When the transmission is
in neutral, the engine can be
started without squeezing the
clutch lever. When the transmis­sion is in a position other than
neutral, the engine can be started
by squeezing the clutch lever.

NOTE: When the electric starter
switch is pushed, the starter
motor will continue turning for a
few seconds even when you
release your hand from the
switch. After a few seconds, or
when the engine is started, the
starter motor will stop automati­cally.

Throttle Grip 4

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.

FUEL TANK CAP

To open the fuel tank cap, insert
the ignition key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. With the key
inserted, lift up the cap. To close
the cap, push the cap down firmly
with the key in the cap lock.

Use fresh gasoline when filling up
the fuel tank. Do not use bad gas­oline which is contaminated with
dirt, dust, water or other liquid. Be
careful that dirt, dust or water
does not enter the fuel tank when
refueling.

Fuel tank capacity: 14.5 L (3.8
US gal)

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1 Fuel level
2 Filler neck

 WARNING

If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel
may overflow when it expands
due to engine heat or heating
by the sun. Fuel that overflows
can catch fire.

Stop adding fuel when the fuel
level reaches the bottom of the
filler neck.

GEARSHIFT LEVER

This motorcycle has a 6-speed
transmission which operates as
shown. To shift properly, squeeze
the clutch lever and close the
throttle at the same time you
operate the gearshift 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.

 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 fuel on a hot
engine. Do not smoke, and
make sure there are no open
flames or sparks in the area.
Avoid breathing gasoline
vapors. Keep children and pets
away when you refuel the
motorcycle.

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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 down­shifting, 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.

REAR BRAKE PEDAL

Pressing the rear brake pedal will
apply the rear brake. The brake
light will come on when the rear
brake is operated.

SEAT LOCK

To unlock the seat lock, insert the
ignition key into the lock and turn
it clockwise. To lock the seat, slide
the seat hooks into the seat hook
retainers and push down firmly
until the seat snaps into the
locked position.

 WARNING

Failure to install the seat prop­erly could allow the seat to
move and cause loss of rider
control.

Latch the seat securely in its
proper position.

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LUGGAGE STRAPS

SIDE STAND

The luggage straps are folded
under the seat. Extract the straps
from the hooks and reinstall the
seat with the straps out. Hook
bands to the straps to fix luggage
on the seat.

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.

The side stand/ignition interlock
system works as follows:

• If the side stand is down and
the transmission is in gear, the
engine cannot be started.

• If the engine is running and the
transmission is shifted into
gear with the side stand down,
the engine will stop running.

• If the engine is running and the
side stand is put down with the
transmission in gear, the
engine will stop running.

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 WARNING

Riding with the side stand
incompletely retracted can
result in an accident when you
turn left.

Check operation of the side
stand/ignition interlock sys­tem before riding. Always
retract the side stand com­pletely before starting off.

NOTICE

If you do not take proper pre­cautions when parking, the
motorcycle can fall over.

Park the motorcycle on firm,
level ground whenever possi­ble. If you must park on an
incline, aim the front of the
motorcycle uphill and put the
transmission into 1st gear to
reduce the possibility of rolling
off the side stand.

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT

The standard settings for both the
front and rear suspensions are
selected to meet various riding
conditions such as low to high
motorcycle speed and light to
heavy load on the motorcycle.
The suspension settings can be
adjusted and fine-tuned according
to your preference.

NOTICE

Turning adjusters by force can
damage the suspensions.

Do not turn adjusters beyond
their natural limits.

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FRONT SUSPENSION

0

1

2

3

44

5

2

3

44

5

5

(SV650XA)

Spring Pre-load Adjustment

To change the spring pre-load,
turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or
counterclockwise. Turning the
adjuster clockwise will increase
the spring pre-load. Turning the
adjuster counterclockwise will
decrease the spring pre-load.
There are 4 grooved lines on the
side of the adjuster 1 for refer­ence. Position 0 provides the min­imum spring pre-load and position
5 provides the maximum pre-load.
This motorcycle is delivered from
the factory with its adjuster set on
position 2.

APosition 5
BPosition 2
CPosition 0

 WARNING

Unequal suspension adjust­ment can cause poor handling
and instability.

Adjust the right and left front
forks to the same setting.

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REAR SUSPENSION

Rear Suspension Label

Spring Pre-load Adjustment

The rear suspension spring pre­load is adjustable to compensate
for rider, load, riding style and
road conditions. The spring pre­load is adjustable to seven posi­tions. To change the spring pre­load setting, place the motorcycle
on the side stand. Twist the spring
tension ring to the desired posi­tion with the spring adjuster. Posi­tion 1 provides the softest spring
tension and position 7 provides
the stiffest. This motorcycles is
delivered from the factory with its
adjuster set on position 3.

 WARNING

This unit contains high-pres­sure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explo­sion.

• Keep away from fire and heat.

• Read owner’s manual for
more information.

NOTE: Ask your Suzuki dealer to
dispose of the rear suspension
unit.

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BREAK-IN AND INSPECTION

BEFORE RIDING

BREAK-IN ............................................................................................................ 4-2

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING .......................................................................... 4-3

4

4-1

BREAK-IN AND
INSPECTION BEFORE
RIDING

BREAK-IN

The first 800 km (500 miles) is the
most important in the life of your
motorcycle. Proper operation
during this break-in period will
help assure maximum life and
performance from your new
motorcycle. The following guide­lines explain proper break-in pro­cedures.

Maximum Engine Speed
Recommendation

The table below shows the maxi­mum engine speed recommenda­tion during the break-in period.

Initial 800 km

(500 miles)

Up to 1600 km

(1000 miles)

Over 1600 km

(1000 miles)

Below 5000 r/min

Below 7500 r/min

Below 10000 r/min

Breaking in the New Tires

New tires need proper break-in to
assure maximum performance,
just as the engine does. Wear- in
the tread surface by gradually
increasing your cornering lean
angles over the first 160 km (100
miles) before attempting maxi­mum performance. Avoid hard
acceleration, hard cornering, and
hard braking for the first 160 km
(100 miles).

.

 WARNING

Failure to perform break-in of
the tires could cause tire slip
and loss of control.

Use extra care when riding on
new tires. Perform proper
break-in of the tires as
described in this section and
avoid hard acceleration, hard
cornering, and hard braking for
the first 160 km (100 miles).

Vary the Engine Speed

Vary the engine speed during the
break-in period. This allows the
parts to “load” (aiding the mating
process) and then “unload”
(allowing the parts to cool).
Although it is essential to place
some stress on the engine com­ponents during break-in, you must
be careful not to load the engine
too much.

4-2

Observe Your Initial and Most
Critical Service

The initial service (break-in main­tenance) is the most important
service your motorcycle will
receive. During break-in opera­tion, all of the engine components
will have mated together and
seated. Maintenance required as
part of the initial service includes
correction of all adjustments,
tightening of all fasteners and
replacement of dirty oil. Timely
performance of this service will
help make sure you get a best
service life and performance from
the engine.

NOTE: The 1000 km (600 miles)
service should be performed as
outlined in the INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE section of this
Owner’s Manual. Pay particular
attention to the CAUTION and
WARNING messages in that sec­tion.

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING

 WARNING

Failure to inspect your motor­cycle before riding and to prop­erly maintain your motorcycle
increases the chances of an
accident or equipment dam­age.

Always inspect your motorcy­cle each time you use it to
make sure it is in safe operat­ing condition. Refer to the
INSPECTION AND MAINTE­NANCE section in this owner’s
manual.

 WARNING

If you operate this motorcycle
with improper tires or improper
or uneven tire pressure, you
may lose control of the motor­cycle. This will increase your
risk of an accident.

Always use tires of the size and
type specified in this owner’s
manual. Always maintain
proper tire pressure as
described in the INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE section.

4-3

Check the condition of the motor­cycle to help make sure that you
do not have mechanical problems
or get stranded somewhere when
you ride. Before riding the motor­cycle, be sure to check the follow­ing items. Be sure your
motorcycle is in good condition for
the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.

 WARNING

Checking maintenance items
when the engine is running can
be hazardous. You could be
severely injured if your hands
or clothing get caught in mov­ing engine parts.

Shut the engine off when per­forming maintenance checks,
except when checking the
lights, engine stop switch, and
throttle.

WHAT TO

CHECK

Steering • Smoothness

Throttle
( 7-25)

Clutch
( 7-26)

CHECK FOR:

• No restriction of movement

• No play or looseness

• Correct play in the throttle
cable

• Smooth operation and
positive return of the
throttle grip to the closed
position

• Correct lever play

• Smooth and progressive
action

Brakes
( 3-22,
3-26, 7-32)

Suspension
( 3-28)

Fuel
( 3-14,
3-24)

Drive chain
( 7-28)

Tires
( 7-36)

Engine oil
( 7-19)

Cooling
system
( 7-27)

Lighting
( 3-5,
3-8, 3-20)

Horn
( 3-21)

Engine stop
switch
( 3-22)

Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
system
( 7-40)

• Proper pedal and lever
operation

• Fluid level in the reservoir
to be above “LOWER” line

• Correct pedal and lever
play

• No “sponginess”

• No fluid leakage

• Brake pads not worn down
to the limit line

Smooth movement

Enough fuel for the planned
distance of operation

• Correct tension or slack

• Adequate lubrication

• No excessive wear or
damage

• Correct pressure

• Adequate tread depth

• No cracks or cuts

Correct level

• Proper coolant level

• No coolant leakage

Operation of all lights and
indicators

Correct function

Correct function

Proper operation

4-4

RIDING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINE .................................................................................... 5-2

STARTING OFF AND SHIFTING ........................................................................ 5-4

USING THE TRANSMISSION ............................................................................. 5-5

RIDING ON HILLS ............................................................................................... 5-7

STOPPING AND PARKING ................................................................................ 5-7

CARRYING A PASSENGER ............................................................................. 5-11

5

5-1

RIDING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINE

Before attempting to start the
engine, make sure:

1. The transmission is in neutral.

2. The engine stop switch is in

the “” position.

NOTE: This motorcycle has inter­lock system for the ignition circuit
and the starter circuit. The engine
can only be started if:

• The transmission is in neutral,
or

• The transmission is in gear,
the side stand is fully up, and
the clutch is disengaged.

NOTE: The fuel supply system
stops the engine when the motor­cycle is overturned. Turn off the
ignition switch before restarting
the engine.

NOTICE

If the neutral indicator light and
the gear position indicator are
not giving proper indications,
starting the engine can cause
serious engine damage.

Before starting the engine,
make sure of the followings:

• When the neutral indicator
light comes on, the gear
position indicator should
indicate “N” (Neutral).

• When the neutral indicator
light goes off, the gear posi­tion indicator should indicate
either “1”, “2”, “3”, “4”, “5”
or “6”.

• If the neutral indicator light
and the gear position indica­tor are not working properly,
consult your Suzuki dealer.

5-2

When the Engine is Cold or
Warm:

Close the throttle completely and
push the electric starter switch.

When the Engine is Hard to
Start:

Open the throttle slightly and
push the electric starter switch.

 WARNING

Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide, 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 ventilation.

NOTICE

After starting the engine, open­ing the throttle or running the
motorcycle with the oil pres­sure indicator light turned on
may adversely affect the
engine.

NOTICE

Running the engine too long
without riding may cause the
engine to overheat. Overheat­ing can result in damage to
internal engine components
and discoloration of exhaust
pipes.

Shut the engine off if you can­not begin your ride promptly.

Make sure that the oil pressure
indicator light has turned off
before operating the throttle or
running the motorcycle.

5-3

Suzuki Easy Start System

Suzuki Easy Start System permits
engine start by simple one-push
action on the electric starter
switch. When the transmission is
in neutral, the engine can be
started without squeezing the
clutch lever. When the transmis­sion is in a position other than
neutral, the engine can be started
by squeezing the clutch lever.

NOTE: When the electric starter
switch is pushed, the starter
motor will continue turning for a
few seconds even when you
release your hand from the
switch. After a few seconds, or
when the engine is started, the
starter motor will stop automati­cally.

STARTING OFF AND SHIFTING

 WARNING

Riding at excessive speeds
increases your chances of los­ing control of the motorcycle,
which can result in an acci­dent.

Always ride at a speed that is
proper for the terrain, visibility
and operating conditions, and
your skills and experience.

 WARNING

If you remove even one hand or
foot from the motorcycle, you
can reduce your ability to con­trol the motorcycle. This could
cause you to lose your balance
and fall off the motorcycle. If
you remove a foot from a foot­rest, your foot or leg may come
in contact with the rear wheel.
This could injure you or cause
an accident.

Always keep both hands on the
handlebars and both feet on
the footrests of your motorcy­cle during operation.

5-4

 WARNING

Sudden side winds, which can
occur when being passed by
larger vehicles, at tunnel exits
or in hilly areas, can cause you
to lose control of the motorcy­cle.

Reduce your speed and be
alert to the possibility of sud­den side winds.

Make sure that the side stand is in
the fully up position. Squeeze the
clutch lever in and pause momen­tarily. Engage first gear by
depressing the gearshift lever
downward. Turn the throttle grip
toward you and at the same time
release the clutch lever gently and
smoothly. As the clutch engages,
the motorcycle will start moving
forward. To shift to the next higher
gear, accelerate gently, then close
the throttle and squeeze the
clutch lever in simultaneously. Lift
the gear shift lever upward to
select the next gear and release
the clutch lever as you open the
throttle again. Select higher gears
in this manner until top gear is
reached.

NOTE: This motorcycle has a side
stand/ignition interlock system. If
you shift the transmission into
gear when the side stand is down,
the engine will stop running.

USING THE TRANSMISSION

The transmission is provided to
keep the engine operating
smoothly in its normal operating
speed range. The gear ratios
have been carefully chosen to
meet the characteristics of the
engine. The rider should always
select the most suitable gear for
the prevailing conditions. Never
slip the clutch to control road
speed, but rather downshift to
allow the engine to run within its
normal operational range. The
table below shows the approxi­mate speed range for each gear.

Shifting up schedule

Gear position mph km/h

1st  2nd 11 18

2nd  3rd 20 32

3rd  4th 27 43

4th  5th 34 55

5th  6th 42 67

Shifting down schedule

Gear position mph km/h

6th  5th 40 64

5th  4th 32 52

4th  3rd 25 41

Disengage the clutch when the
motorcycle speed drops below 9
mph (15 km/h).

5-5

 WARNING

Downshifting when engine
speed is too high can;

• cause the rear wheel to skid
and lose traction due to
increased engine braking,
resulting in an accident; or

• force the engine to overrev in
the lower gear, resulting in
engine damage.

Reduce speed before down­shifting.

NOTICE

Revving the engine into the red
zone can cause severe engine
damage.

Never allow the engine to rev
into the red zone in any gear.

NOTICE

Improper gearshift lever opera­tion can damage the transmis­sion.

 WARNING

Downshifting while the motor­cycle is leaned over in a corner
may cause rear wheel skid and
loss of control.

Reduce your speed and down­shift before entering a corner.

• Do not rest your foot on the
gearshift lever.

• Do not use force to shift
gears.

5-6

RIDING ON HILLS

• When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow
down and show lack of power.
At this point you should shift to
a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its
normal power range. Shift rap­idly to prevent the motorcycle
from losing momentum.

• When riding down a steep hill,
the engine may be used for
braking by shifting to a lower
gear.

• Be careful, however, not to
allow the engine to overrev.

STOPPING AND PARKING

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
(SV650A/XA)

This model is equipped with an
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
designed to help prevent wheel
lock up during hard braking or
during braking on slippery sur­faces while riding in a straight line.

The ABS will operate whenever it
senses that the wheels are lock­ing up. You may feel the brake
lever and/or the brake pedal pul­sate lightly while the ABS is oper­ating.

Even though ABS helps prevent
wheel lock-up, you must still be
careful when braking in curves.
Hard braking while turning could
cause wheel skidding and loss of
control, whether or not your
motorcycle is equipped with ABS.
Having ABS does not mean you
can take unnecessary risks. ABS
will not compensate for poor judg­ment, incorrect braking tech­niques, or not slowing down over
bad roads or in poor weather con­ditions.

You must still ride sensibly and
alertly.

On regular paved roads, some
riders may be able to obtain
slightly shorter stopping distances
with conventional brake systems
than with ABS.

5-7

NOTE: In some situations, a
motorcycle with ABS may require
a longer stopping distance to stop
on loose or uneven surfaces than
an equivalent motorcycle without
ABS.

 WARNING

Inexperienced riders tend to
under utilize the front brake.
This can cause excessive stop­ping distance and lead to a col­lision. Using only the front or
rear brake can cause skidding
and loss of control.

Apply both brakes evenly and
at the same time.

 WARNING

Braking while turning the
motorcycle can be hazardous,
whether or not your motorcycle
is equipped with ABS. ABS can
not control wheel side-slips
that occur when you brake
hard while turning and the
side-slips could cause loss of
control.

 WARNING

Failure to use good judgment
with ABS can be hazardous.
ABS cannot make up for bad
road conditions, bad judge­ment, or improper operation of
the brakes.

Remember that ABS will not
compensate for poor judg­ment, incorrect braking tech­niques, or the need to slow
down over bad roads or in poor
weather conditions. Use good
judgment and do not ride faster
than conditions will safely
allow.

Slow down sufficiently in a
straight line before you begin
to turn and avoid other than
slight braking while turning.

5-8

How the ABS Works
(SV650A/XA)

ABS works by electronically con­trolling braking pressure. A com­puter monitors wheel rotation
speed. If the computer detects
that a braked wheel has slowed
suddenly, indicating a skidding sit­uation, the computer will reduce
braking pressure to prevent that
wheel from locking up. ABS works
automatically, so you do not need
any special braking technique.
Just apply the front and rear
brakes, as forcefully as necessary
for the situation, without pumping
either one. It is normal for the
brake lever/pedal to pulsate while
the ABS is operating.

Non-recommended tires can
affect wheel speed and may con­fuse the computer.

ABS does not work at very low
speed, less than about 6 mph (10
km/h), and does not work with a
discharged battery.

Stopping and Parking

1. Twist the throttle grip away
from yourself to close the
throttle completely.

2. Apply the front and rear brakes
evenly and at the same time.

3. Downshift through the gears
as road speed decreases.

4. Select neutral with the clutch
lever squeezed toward the grip
(disengaged position) when
the motorcycle is almost com­pletely stopped. Neutral posi­tion can be confirmed by
observing the neutral indicator
light.

 WARNING

Inexperienced riders tend to
underutilize the front brake.
This can cause excessive stop­ping distance and lead to a col­lision. Using only the front or
rear brake can cause skidding
and loss of control.

Apply both brakes evenly and
at the same time.

 WARNING

Hard braking while turning may
cause wheel skid and loss of
control.

Brake before you begin to turn.

5-9

 WARNING

Hard braking on wet, loose,
rough, or other slippery sur­faces can cause wheel skid
and loss of control.

Brake lightly and with care on
slippery or irregular surfaces.

 WARNING

Following another vehicle too
closely can lead to a collision.
As vehicle speeds increase,
stopping distance increases
progressively.

Always maintain a safe stop­ping distance between you and
the vehicle in front of you.

NOTICE

Holding the motorcycle
stopped with throttle and
clutch lever operation on
inclines can damage motorcy­cle’s clutch.

Use the brakes when stopping
the motorcycle on inclines.

5. Park the motorcycle on a firm,
flat surface where it will not fall
over.

 CAUTION

A hot muffler can cause severe
burns. The muffler will be hot
enough to cause burns for
some time after stopping the
engine.

Park the motorcycle where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch the muffler.

NOTE: If the motorcycle is to be
parked on the side stand on a
slight slope, the front end of the
motorcycle should face “up” the
incline to avoid rolling forward off
the side stand. You may leave the
motorcycle in 1st gear to help pre­vent it from rolling off the side
stand. Shift to neutral before start­ing the engine.

6. Turn the ignition switch to the
“OFF” position.

7. Turn the handlebars all the
way to the left and lock the
steering for security.

8. Remove the ignition key.

NOTE: If an optional anti-theft
lock such as a U-shape lock,
brake disk lock or chain is used to
avoid theft, be sure to remove the
anti-theft lock before moving the
motorcycle.

5-10

CARRYING A PASSENGER

Before you invite someone to be a
passenger on your motorcycle,
you need to be thoroughly familiar
with motorcycle operation. Adjust
tire pressures and suspension
according to the Tire Pressure
and Loading section and the Sus­pension section of this manual.

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 passenger
should lean with you. The passen­ger should always keep his or her
feet on the footrests, even when
you are stopped at a light.

To help prevent burn injuries,
warn your passenger not to con­tact the muffler when mounting or
dismounting your motorcycle.

5-11

ACCESSORY USE AND

MOTORCYCLE LOADING

ACCESSORY USE .............................................................................................. 6-2

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ....................................................6-2

LOADING LIMIT .................................................................................................. 6-3

LOADING GUIDELINES ...................................................................................... 6-4

MODIFICATION ................................................................................................... 6-4

6

6-1

ACCESSORY USE AND
MOTORCYCLE LOADING

ACCESSORY USE

The addition of unsuitable acces­sories can lead to unsafe operat­ing conditions. It is not possible
for Suzuki to test each accessory
on the market or combinations of
all the available accessories; how­ever, your dealer can assist you in
selecting quality accessories and
installing them correctly. Use
extreme caution when selecting
and installing the accessories on
your motorcycle and consult your
Suzuki dealer if you have any
questions.

 WARNING

Improper installation of acces­sories or modification of the
motorcycle may cause
changes in handling which
could lead to an accident.

Never use improper accesso­ries, and make sure that any
accessories that are used are
properly installed. All parts and
accessories added to the
motorcycle should be genuine
Suzuki parts or their equivalent
designed for use on this motor­cycle. Install and use them
according to their instructions.
If you have any questions, con­tact your Suzuki dealer.

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

• Install aerodynamic-affecting
accessories, such as a fairing,
windshield, backrests, saddle­bags, and travel trunks, as low
as possible, as close to the
motorcycle and as near to the
center of gravity as is feasible.
Check that the mounting
brackets and other attach­ment hardware are rigidly
mounted.

• Inspect for proper ground
clearance and bank angle.
Inspect that the accessory
does not interfere with the
operation of the suspension,
steering or other control 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 responsive 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.

6-2

• Certain accessories displace
the rider from his or her normal
riding position. This limits the
freedom of movement of the
rider and may limit control abil­ity.

• Additional electrical accesso­ries may overload the existing
electrical system. Severe over­loads may damage the wiring
harness or create a hazardous
situation due to the loss of
electrical power during the
operation of the motorcycle.

• Do not pull a trailer or sidecar.
This motorcycle is not
designed to pull a trailer or
sidecar.

LOADING LIMIT

 WARNING

Overloading or improper load­ing can cause loss of motorcy­cle control and an accident.

Follow loading limits and load­ing guidelines in this manual.

• Never exceed the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
of this motorcycle. The GVWR
is the combined weight of the
machine, accessories, pay­load, rider and passenger.
When selecting your accesso­ries, keep in mind the weight of
the riders as well as the weight
of the accessories. The addi­tional weight of the accesso­ries may not only create an
unsafe riding condition but
may also affect the steering
ease.

GVWR: 420 kg (925 lbs) at the
tire pressure (cold)
Front: 225 kPa

(2.25 kgf/cm

Rear: 250 kPa

(2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)

6-3

2

, 33 psi)

LOADING GUIDELINES

This motorcycle is primarily
intended to carry small items
when you are not riding with a
passenger. Follow the loading
guidelines below:

• Balance the load between the
left and right side of the motor­cycle and fasten it securely.

• Keep cargo weight low and as
close to the center of the
motorcycle as possible.

• Do not attach large or heavy
items to the handlebars, front
forks or rear fender.

• Do not install a luggage carrier
or a luggage box protruding
over the tail end of the motor­cycle.

• Do not carry any items that
protrude over the tail end of
the motorcycle.

• Check that both tires are prop­erly inflated to the specified
tire pressure for your loading
conditions. Refer to page 7-37.

• Improperly loading your motor­cycle can reduce your ability to
balance and steer the motor­cycle. You should ride at
reduced speeds, less than 130
km/h (80 mph), when you are
carrying cargo or have added
accessories.

• Adjust suspension setting as
necessary.

MODIFICATION

Modification of the vehicle or
removal of original equipment
may render the vehicle unsafe or
illegal. Obey all applicable regula­tions in your area including federal
and state regulations regarding
environmental protection.

Suzuki’s limited warranties may
not cover damage caused by
modifications that would change
the original vehicle specifications
including, without limitation, modi­fications of any emission-related
parts such as the carburetor(s),
fuel injection system components,
the engine control module, air
suction system components, the
catalytic converter (if equipped),
evaporative emission control sys­tem components (such as the car­bon canister, fuel tank, fuel hoses
and vapor hoses), etc.

It is strictly prohibited to mod­ify a vehicle by installing parts
that can affect emissions con­trol, except in accordance with
very specific U.S. Environmen­tal Protection Agency and Cali­fornia Air Resources Board
regulations.

6-4

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............................................................................. 7-2

TOOLS ................................................................................................................. 7-5

FUEL TANK LIFT ................................................................................................7-5

LUBRICATION POINTS ...................................................................................... 7-8

BATTERY ............................................................................................................ 7-9

AIR CLEANER ................................................................................................... 7-13

SPARK PLUG .................................................................................................... 7-15

ENGINE OIL ....................................................................................................... 7-19

ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ................................................................ 7-24

THROTTLE CABLE PLAY ................................................................................ 7-25

FUEL HOSE ....................................................................................................... 7-26

CLUTCH ............................................................................................................. 7-26

ENGINE COOLANT ........................................................................................... 7-27

DRIVE CHAIN .................................................................................................... 7-28

BRAKES ............................................................................................................ 7-32

TIRES ................................................................................................................. 7-36

SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM ...............................................7-40

FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL .............................................................................. 7-41

REAR WHEEL REMOVAL ................................................................................ 7-43

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT ......................................................................... 7-46

FUSES ............................................................................................................... 7-49

CATALYTIC CONVERTER ............................................................................... 7-51

7

7-1

INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE, REPLACE­MENT OR REPAIR OF THE
EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES
AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PER­FORMED BY ANY MOTORCY­CLE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT
OR INDIVIDUAL USING ANY
MOTORCYCLE PART WHICH
HAS BEEN CERTIFIED UNDER
THE PROVISIONS IN THE
CLEAN AIR ACT Sec. 207 (a)(2).

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

It is very important to inspect and
maintain your motorcycle regu­larly. Follow the guidelines in the
chart. The intervals between peri­odic services in kilometers, miles
and months are shown. At the
end of each interval, be sure to
perform the maintenance listed.

 WARNING

Improper maintenance or fail­ure to perform recommended
maintenance can lead to an
accident.

Keep your motorcycle in good
condition. Ask your Suzuki
dealer or a qualified mechanic
to perform the maintenance
items marked with an asterisk
(*). You may perform the
unmarked maintenance items
by referring to the instructions
in this section, if you have
mechanical experience. If you
are not sure how to do any of
the jobs, ask your Suzuki
dealer to do the maintenance.

7-2

 WARNING

Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide, 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 ventilation.

NOTICE

Servicing electric parts with
the ignition switch in the “ON”
position can damage the elec­tric parts when the electric cir­cuit is shorted.

Turn off the ignition switch
before servicing the electric
parts to avoid short-circuit
damage.

NOTICE

Poorly-made replacement parts
can cause your motorcycle to
wear more quickly and may
shorten its useful life.

When replacing parts on your
vehicle, use only genuine
Suzuki replacement parts or
their equivalent.

NOTE: The MAINTENANCE
CHART specifies the minimum
requirements for maintenance. If
you use your motorcycle under
severe conditions, perform main­tenance more often than shown in
the chart. If you have any ques­tions regarding maintenance
intervals, consult your Suzuki
dealer or a qualified mechanic.

7-3

MAINTENANCE CHART

Interval: This interval should be judged by number of months or odom­eter reading, whichever comes first.

Intervalmonths2 12243648

km 1000 6000 12000 18000 24000

Item miles 600 4000 7500 11000 14500

Air cleaner element ( 7-13) – I I R I

* Exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts T – T – T

* Valve clearance Inspect every 24000 km (15000 miles)

Spark plugs ( 7-15) – I R I R
Fuel hose ( 7-26) – I I I I

* Evaporative emission control system

(California model only)
Engine oil ( 7-19) RRRRR
Engine oil filter ( 7-19) R – – R –
Throttle cable play ( 7-25) I I I I I

* Throttle valve synchronization I

“SUZUKI SUPER LONG
LIFE COOLANT” (Blue)

* Engine coolant

( 7-27)

Radiator hose ( 7-28) –IIII
Clutch cable play ( 7-26) –IIII

Drive chain ( 7-28)

*Brakes ( 7-32) IIIII

Brake fluid ( 7-32)

Brake hose ( 7-32)

Tires ( 7-36) – I I I I

*Steering I–I–I

*Front forks ––I–I
* Rear suspension( 3-28) – – I – I

*Chassis bolts and nuts TTTTT

Lubrication ( 7-8) Lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

“SUZUKI LONG LIFE
COOLANT” (Green) or an
engine coolant other than
“SUZUKI SUPER LONG
LIFE COOLANT” (Blue)

–– I–I

(CA. only)

Replace every 4 years or 48000 km (29000 miles)

––R–R

IIIII

Clean and lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

–IIII

–IIII

–I–I

*Replace every 2 years

*Replace every 4 years

NOTE: I= Inspect and clean, adjust, replace or lubricate as necessary;
R= Replace; T= Tighten

NOTE: (California model only) and (CA. only) means that the items or
the maintenance interval is to be applied only for the California model.

7-4

TOOLS

A tool kit is provided with your
motorcycle. It is located under the
seat.

FUEL TANK LIFT

1. Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.

2. Remove the seat by referring
to the SEAT LOCK section.

7-5

(SV650/A)

(SV650XA)

3. Remove the bolts and fasten­ers. Remove the right and left
frame covers 1 by unhooking
the frame covers.

(SV650/A)

(SV650XA)

4. Remove the bolts 2.

7-6

(SV650/A)

(SV650XA)

5. Lift the front end of the fuel
tank and prop it up as shown
above. Put the circle end of the
prop stay onto the steering
stem nut.

NOTE: A prop stay is available at
your Suzuki dealer. The prop stay
part number is 44560-23H00.

 WARNING

If you lift up the fuel tank when
it is full, fuel can seep out from
the fuel tank cap, creating a fire
hazard.

Reduce the fuel level to less
than 1/4 full before lifting up
the fuel tank. The fuel indicator
on the instrument panel will
blink or remain lit when the fuel
level is less than 1/4 full.

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LUBRICATION POINTS

D

Proper lubrication is important for
safe, smooth operation and a long
life for your motorcycle. Be sure
that all lubrication is performed
during periodic maintenance on
the motorcycle. Increase fre­quency when you use your motor­cycle in severe conditions.

NOTICE

Lubricating electrical switches
can damage the switches.

Do not apply grease or oil to
electrical switches.

.... Grease

.... Drive chain lubricant

1.... Clutch lever pivot

2.... Side stand pivot and

spring hook

3.... Gearshift lever pivot and

footrest pivot

4.... Drive chain

5.... Brake lever pivot

6.... Brake pedal pivot and

foot rest pivot

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BATTERY

The battery is a sealed type bat­tery and requires no mainte­nance. Have your dealer check
the battery’s state of charge peri­odically.

 WARNING

Diluted sulfuric acid from the
battery can cause blindness or
severe burns.

NOTE:

• For charging a sealed type
battery, use a battery charger
applicable to a sealed type
battery.

• If you cannot charge the bat­tery, consult your authorized
Suzuki dealer.

 WARNING

Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds.
Lead is harmful to your health
if it gets into your blood
stream.

Wash hands after handling any
parts containing lead.

When working near the battery,
use proper eye protection and
gloves. Flush eyes or body
with ample water and get medi­cal care immediately if you suf­fer injury. Keep batteries out of
reach of children.

 WARNING

Batteries produce flammable
hydrogen gas which can
explode if exposed to flames or
sparks.

Keep flames and sparks away
from the battery. Never smoke
when working near the battery.

 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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NOTICE

Exceeding the maximum
charging rate for the battery
can shorten its life.

Never exceed the maximum
charging rate for the battery.

Battery Removal

To remove the battery, follow the
procedure below:

1. Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.

2. Remove the seat by referring
to the SEAT LOCK section.

3. Remove the fuel cut sensor 1
from the battery holder 2.

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5. Disconnect the negative (–)
terminal 3.

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

7. Remove the battery 5.

To install the battery:

1. Install the battery in the
reverse order of removal.

2. Connect the battery terminals
securely.

4. Pull off the battery holder

hooks A. Remove the battery
holder 2.

 WARNING

Batteries contain toxic sub­stances including sulfuric acid
and lead. They could cause
injury to humans or could dam­age the environment.

A used battery must be dis­posed of or recycled according
to local law and must not be
discarded with ordinary house­hold waste. Make sure not to
tip over the battery when you
remove it from the vehicle. Oth­erwise, sulfuric acid could run
out and you might be injured.

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NOTICE

Reversing the battery lead
wires can damage the charging
system and the battery.

Always attach the red lead to
the (+) positive terminal and the
black (or black with white
tracer) lead to the (–) negative
terminal.

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.

Pb

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.

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 about dispos­ing or recycling of the used bat­tery, consult your Suzuki dealer.

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AIR CLEANER

The air cleaner element must be
kept clean to provide good engine
power and gas mileage. If you use
your motorcycle under normal
low-stress conditions, you should
service the air cleaner at the inter­vals specified. If you ride in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions, you will
need to inspect the air cleaner
element much more frequently.
Use the following procedure to
remove the element and inspect
it.

 WARNING

Operating the engine without
the air cleaner element in place
can be hazardous. A flame can
spit back from the engine to
the air intake box without the
air cleaner element to stop it.
Severe engine damage can
also occur if dirt enters the
engine due to running the
engine without the air cleaner
element.

NOTICE

Failure to inspect the air
cleaner element 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
conditions, 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, immediately clean the
element and the inside of the
case.

Air Cleaner Element Removal

1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to
the FUEL TANK LIFT section.

Never run the engine without
the air cleaner element in
place.

2. Remove the seven screws.

3. Pull up the air cleaner cover

1.

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Installation

Reinstall the air cleaner element
in reverse order of removal.

NOTICE

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

4. Remove the air cleaner ele-

ment 2.

Air Cleaner Element Cleaning

Carefully use an air hose to blow
the dust from the air cleaner ele­ment.

NOTE: Always apply air pressure
to the mesh side of the air cleaner
element only. If you apply air pres­sure to the fabric side, dirt will be
forced into the pores of the ele­ment, restricting the air flow
through the element.

Replace the air cleaner element
with a new one if it is torn.
Carefully examine the air
cleaner element for tears
during cleaning.

NOTICE

Failure to position the air
cleaner element properly can
allow dirt to bypass the air
cleaner element. This will
cause engine damage.

Be sure to properly install the
air cleaner element.

NOTE: Be careful not to spray
water on the air cleaner box when
cleaning the motorcycle.

Reinstall the fuel tank.

NOTE: Check that the fuel tank
drain hose and breather hose are
not bent before reinstalling the
fuel tank.

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Air Cleaner Drain Plug

SPARK PLUG

Your motorcycle comes equipped
with NGK MR8E-9 spark plug. To
determine if the standard spark
plug is right for your usage, check
the color of the plug’s porcelain
center electrode insulator after
motorcycle operation. A light
brown color indicates that the plug
is correct. A white or dark insula­tor indicates that the engine may
need adjustment, or another plug
type may be needed. Consult
your Suzuki dealer or a qualified
mechanic if your plug insulator is
not a light brown color.

Remove the plug and drain water
and oil at the periodic mainte­nance interval. The air cleaner
drain plug is located beneath the
air cleaner box.

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 covered 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 correct for your type of
usage.

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Plug Replacement Guide

NGK REMARKS

MR8E-9 Standard

NOTE: If the above-named plugs
are not available, consult your
Suzuki dealer.

SPARK PLUG REMOVAL

To remove the spark plugs, follow
the procedure below:

 CAUTION

A hot radiator and hot engine
can burn you.

NOTE: This motorcycle uses a
resistor-type 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.

Wait until the radiator and
engine are cool enough to
touch with bare hands before
starting this work.

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Front Side

1. Remove the bolt 1. Pull the

lower part of the radiator for­ward.

2. Pull off the spark plug caps.

3. Remove the spark plugs with a
spark plug wrench.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage
the radiator fins.

Rear Side

1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to
the FUEL TANK LIFT section.

2. Pull off the spark plug caps.

3. Remove the spark plugs with a
spark plug wrench.

NOTE: Pry up the spark plug cap
with a screwdriver or a bar if it is
hard to remove by hand. Do not
pull the spark plug cord.

NOTICE

Dirt can damage the moving
engine parts of your motorcy­cle if it enters an open spark
plug hole.

Cover the spark plug hole
while the spark plug is out of
the hole.

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Spark Plug Inspection

0.8 – 0.9 mm
(0.031 – 0.035 in)

Adjust the spark plug gap to 0.8 –

0.9 mm (0.031 – 0.035 in) by
using a spark plug gap thickness
gauge.

Installation

To install a spark plug, turn it in as
far as possible with your fingers,
then tighten it with a wrench.

NOTICE

Improper installation of the
spark plug can damage your
motorcycle. An overly-tight or
cross-threaded spark plug will
damage the aluminum threads
of the cylinder head.

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.

NOTICE

Dirt can damage the moving
engine parts of your motorcy­cle if it enters an open spark
plug hole.

Cover the spark plug hole
while the spark plug is out of
the hole.

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NOTE: When installing the spark

F

L

plug caps, point the arrow marks
on the spark plug caps to the
exhaust side.

NOTE: Insert the spark plug caps
to the dead end.

Remount the radiators and tighten
the mounting bolts securely.

Reinstall the fuel tank.

ENGINE OIL

Engine life depends on oil amount
and quality. Daily oil level checks
and periodic changes are two of
the most important maintenance
items to be performed.

Engine Oil Level Check

Check the engine oil level as fol­lows:

1. Place the motorcycle on level
ground on the side stand.

2. Start the engine and allow it to
idle for three minutes.

3. Stop the engine and wait
approximately three minutes.

4. Hold the motorcycle vertically
and check the oil level through
the oil level inspection window
on the right side of the engine.
The engine oil level should be
between the “L” (low) and the
“F” (full) lines.

NOTE: Check that the fuel tank
drain hose and breather hose are
not bent before reinstalling the
fuel tank.

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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 higher than
the “F” (full) line.

Engine Oil and Filter Change

Change the engine oil and oil filter
at the scheduled times. The
engine should always be warm
when the oil is changed so the oil
will drain easily. The procedure is
as follows:

1. Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.

2. Remove the oil filler cap 1.

3. Remove the drain plug 2 and
gasket 3 from the bottom of
the engine and drain the
engine oil into a drain pan.

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 CAUTION

Hot engine oil and exhaust
pipes can burn you.

Wait until the engine oil drain
plug and exhaust pipes cool
before draining oil.

 WARNING

Children and pets may be
harmed by swallowing new or
used oil. Repeated, prolonged
contact with used engine oil
may cause skin cancer. Brief
contact with oil may irritate
skin.

Keep new and used oil and
used oil filters away from chil­dren and pets. To minimize
your exposure to used oil, wear
a long-sleeve shirt and mois­ture-proof gloves (such as
dishwashing gloves) when
changing oil. If oil contacts
your skin, wash thoroughly
with soap and water. Launder
any clothing or rags if wet with
oil. Recycle or properly dis­pose of used oil and filters.

NOTICE

Turning the engine while drain­ing the engine oil will cause oil
film shortage and adversely
affect the engine.

Do not use the electric starter
switch during engine oil
replacement work.

NOTE:

• Recycle or properly dispose of
used oil.

• Before starting the work, check
that there is not any dust, mud,
or foreign object inside the oil
jug or on the oil filter mounting
surface.

Oil filter wrench
(Part No. 09915-40620)

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4. Turn the oil filter 4 counter-

clockwise and remove it with a
Suzuki “cap type” oil filter
wrench or a “strap type” filter
wrench of the proper size.

6. Smear a little engine oil
around the rubber gasket 6 of
the new oil filter.

7. Screw on the new filter by
hand until the filter gasket con­tacts the mounting surface (a
small resistance will be felt).

NOTICE

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

5. Wipe off the mounting surface

5 on the engine where the
new filter will be seated with a
clean rag.

Be sure to use a genuine
Suzuki oil filter or an equiva­lent one designed for your
motorcycle.

NOTE: To tighten the oil filter
properly, it is important to accu­rately identify the position at
which the filter gasket first con­tacts the mounting surface.

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8. Mark the top dead center posi-

Mark top dead center

Oil filter wrench

Tighten the filter 2 turns or
to specified torque.

In the position at which
the filter gasket first
contacts the mounting
surface.

tion on the “cap type” filter
wrench or on the oil filter. Use
an oil filter wrench to tighten
the filter 2 turns or to specified
torque.

9. Replace the drain plug gasket
3 with a new one. Reinstall the
drain plug 2 and gasket 3.
Tighten the drain plug securely
with a torque wrench. Pour
about 2750 ml (2.9 US qt) of the
specified engine oil in the filler
hole. (See FUEL, ENGINE OIL
AND COOLANT RECOMMEN­DATIONS section.)

Drain plug tightening torque:
21 N·m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.0 lbf-ft)

NOTE: About 2400 ml (2.5 US qt)
of oil will be required when chang­ing oil only.

NOTICE

Engine damage may occur if
you use oil that does not meet
Suzuki’s specifications.

Be sure to use the oil specified
in the FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND
COOLANT RECOMMENDA­TIONS section.

Oil filter tightening torque:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 lbf-ft)

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10.Start the engine (while the
motorcycle is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for
three minutes.

11.Turn the engine off and wait
approximately three minutes.
Recheck the oil level on the
engine oil inspection window
while holding the motorcycle
vertically. If it is lower than the
“L” line, add oil until the oil level
is between the “L” line and the
“F” line. Inspect the area
around the drain plug and oil
filter for leaks.

NOTE: If you do not have a proper
oil filter wrench, have your Suzuki
dealer perform this service.

ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION

Inspect the engine idle speed.
The engine idle speed should be
1200 – 1400 r/min when the
engine is warm.

NOTE: If the engine idle speed is
not within the specified range, ask
your Suzuki dealer or a qualified
mechanic to inspect and repair
the motorcycle.

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THROTTLE CABLE PLAY

2.0 – 4.0 mm
(0.08 – 0.16 in)

To adjust the cable play:

1. Remove the boot 1.

2. Loosen the lock nut 2.

3. Turn the adjuster 3 so that the
throttle grip has 2.0 – 4.0 mm
(0.08 – 0.16 in) play.

4. Tighten the lock nut 2.

5. Reinstall the boot 1.

Throttle Cable Boots

The throttle cable has 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.

 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.

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FUEL HOSE

Inspect the fuel hose for damage
and fuel leakage. If any defects
are found, the fuel hose must be
replaced.

CLUTCH

10 – 15 mm
(0.4 – 0.6 in)

(SV650/A)

10 – 15 mm
(0.4 – 0.6 in)

(SV650XA)

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At each maintenance interval,
adjust the clutch cable play with
the clutch cable adjuster. The
cable play should be 10 – 15 mm
(0.4 – 0.6 in) as measured at the
clutch lever end before the clutch
begins to disengage. If you find
that the amount of clutch cable
play is incorrect, adjust it in the
following way:

1. Loosen the lock nut 1.

2. Turn the clutch lever adjuster
2 clockwise as far as it will go.

3. Loosen the cable adjuster lock
nut 3, and turn the cable
adjuster 4 to obtain approxi­mately 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6
in) of free play at the clutch
lever end as indicated.

4. Minor adjustment can now be
made with the adjuster 2.

5. Tighten the lock nuts, 1 and
3, after finishing adjustment.

NOTE: Any maintenance of the
clutch other than the clutch cable
play should be performed by your
Suzuki dealer.

ENGINE COOLANT

COOLANT LEVEL

The engine coolant solution
should be between the “F” (full)
and the “L” (low) level lines on the
engine coolant reservoir. If the
level is lower than the “L” level
line, bring it up to the “F” level by
adding specified engine coolant.

To add specified engine coolant:

1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to
the FUEL TANK LIFT section.

2. Remove the filler cap and add
specified engine coolant
through the filler hole.

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NOTE:

• Check the coolant level when
the engine is cold.

• If the engine coolant reservoir
is empty, check the radiator
coolant level.

 WARNING

Engine coolant is harmful or
fatal if swallowed or inhaled.
Solution can be poisonous to
animals.

Do not drink antifreeze or cool­ant solution. If swallowed, do
not induce vomiting. Immedi­ately contact a poison control
center or a physician. Avoid
inhaling mist or hot vapors; if
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If
coolant gets in eyes, flush eyes
with water and seek medical
attention. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Keep out of the
reach of children and animals.

NOTE: Adding only water will
dilute the engine coolant and
reduce its effectiveness. Add
specified engine coolant.

DRIVE CHAIN

This motorcycle has a riveted
master link type drive chain. The
drive chain has special “O” rings
that permanently seal grease
inside. We recommend that you
take your motorcycle to an autho­rized Suzuki dealer if the drive
chain needs to be replaced.

The condition and adjustment of
the drive chain should be checked
before each use of the motorcy­cle. Always follow the guidelines
below for inspecting and servicing
the chain.

 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.

Radiator Hose Inspection

Inspect the radiator hoses for
cracks, damage or engine coolant
leakage. If any defects are found,
ask your Suzuki dealer to replace
the radiator hose with a new one.

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Inspecting the Drive Chain

When inspecting the chain, look
for the following:

• Loose pins

• Damaged rollers

• Dry or rusted links

• Kinked or binding links

• Excessive wear

• Improper chain adjustment

If you find anything wrong with the
drive chain condition or adjust­ment, correct the problem if you
know how. If necessary, consult
your authorized Suzuki dealer.

Damage to the drive chain means
that the sprockets may also be
damaged. Inspect the sprockets
for the following:

Good Worn

 WARNING

Improperly installing a replace­ment chain, or using a joint-clip
type chain, can be hazardous.
An incompletely riveted master
link, or a joint-clip type master
link, may come apart and
cause an accident or severe
engine damage.

Do not use a joint-clip type
chain. Chain replacement
requires a special riveting tool
and a high-quality, non-joint­clip type chain. Ask an autho­rized Suzuki dealer or a
qualified mechanic to perform
this work.

• Excessively worn teeth

• Broken or damaged teeth

• Loose sprocket mounting nuts

If you find any of these problems
with your sprocket, consult your
Suzuki dealer.

NOTE: The two sprockets should
be inspected for wear when a new
chain is installed and replaced if
necessary.

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Drive Chain Cleaning and
Oiling

1. Remove dirt and dust from the
drive chain. Be careful not to
damage the seal ring.

2. Clean the drive chain with a
sealed drive chain cleaner, or
water and neutral detergent.

NOTICE

Cleaning the drive chain
improperly can damage seal
rings and ruin the drive chain.

• Do not use a volatile solvent
such as paint thinner, kero­sene and gasoline.

• Do not use a high pressure
cleaner to clean the drive
chain.

• Do not use a wire brush to
clean the drive chain.

3. Use a soft brush to clean the
drive chain. Be careful not to
damage the seal ring even
though using a soft brush.

4. Wipe off water and neutral
detergent.

5. Lubricate with a motorcycle
sealed drive chain lubricant or
high viscosity oil (#80 – 90).

NOTICE

Some drive chain lubricant
contains solvents 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.

6. Lubricate both front and back
plates of the drive chain.

7. Wipe off excess lubricant after
lubricating all around the drive
chain.

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Drive Chain Adjustment

20 – 30 mm

(0.8 – 1.2 in)

Inspect the drive chain slack
before each use of the motorcy­cle. Place the motorcycle on the
side stand. The drive chain should
be adjusted for 20 – 30 mm (0.8 –

1.2 in) of slack, as shown.

 WARNING

Too much chain slack can
cause the chain to come off the
sprockets, resulting in an acci­dent or serious damage to the
motorcycle.

Inspect and adjust the drive
chain slack before each use.

 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
before adjusting the drive
chain.

To adjust the drive chain, follow
the procedure below:

1. Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.

2. Loosen the axle nut 1.

3. Turn the right and left adjuster
bolts 2 until the chain has 20
– 30 mm (0.8 – 1.2 in) of slack
halfway between the engine
sprocket and rear sprocket.

4. 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, there
are reference marks 3 on the
swingarm and each chain
adjuster which are to be
aligned with each other and to
be used as a reference from
one side to the other.

5. Tighten the axle nut 1
securely.

6. Recheck the chain slack after
tightening and readjust if nec­essary.

7. Tighten the right and left
adjuster bolts 2 securely.

Rear axle nut tightening torque:
100 N·m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 lbf-ft)

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