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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 man- ual. By following these instructions explicitly you will ensure a long trouble free operating life for your motorcycle. Your authorized Suzuki dealer has experienced technicians that are trained to provide your machine with the best possible service with the right tools and equipment. All information, illustrations and specifica- tions contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to improve- ments or other changes, there may be some discrepancies between information in this manual and your motorcycle. Suzuki reserves the right to make changes at any time. Please note that this manual applies to all specifications or all respective destinations and explains all equipment. Therefore, your model may have different standard features than shown in this manual. SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE INDIA PVT LTD IMPORTANT BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) INFORMATION FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLE The first 1600 km (1000 miles) are the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper break-in operation during this time will help ensure maximum life and perfor- mance from your new motorcycle. Suzuki parts are manufactured of high quality mate- rials, and machined parts are finished to close tolerances. Proper break-in operation allows the machined surfaces to polish each other and mate smoothly. Motorcycle reliability and performance depend on special care and restraint exer- cised during the break-in period. It is espe- cially important that you avoid operating the engine in a manner which could expose the engine parts to excessive heat. Please refer to the BREAK-IN (RUNNING- IN) section for specific break-in recommen- dations. TABLE OF CONTENTS [ SAFETY INFORMATION hz [ CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS j2 [INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE }3 [TROUBLESHOOTING }4 [ STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING 5 [CONSUMER INFORMATION IZ [ SPECIFICATIONS | [INDEX | SAFETY INFORMATION ‘SAFETY GUIDELINES RIDING PRECAUTIONS 1-13 ABOUT THE BRAKES 1-18 FUEL GUIDELINES 1-22 ACCESSORY USE 1-24 MODIFICATION .... 1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY GUIDELINES MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED Please follow the basic precautions described in this chapter regarding daily use, and ensure that you ride carefully. To prevent crashes, always pay the utmost attention when riding. Motorcycle crashes sometimes occur because other drivers do not notice you. Please be careful of the following when riding. - Be aware that crashes often occur when a car traveling towards a motor- cycle turns left in front of the motorcy- cle. - Do not ride in other drivers’ blind spots. Do not turn the handlebars swiftly or ride with one hand, as this may cause skid- ding or falls. 1-2 To minimize injuries caused by falls or crashes, wear protective equipment such as helmets and gloves. For information on appropriate equipment and clothing, see “PROTECTIVE APPAREL’ on page 1-4. When riding, grip the handlebars with both hands and place your feet on the footrests. Passengers should grip the rider's body firmly with both hands, or hold onto the seat strap or grab bar, as equipped, and place their feet on the rear footrests. 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. The accessories you use with your motor- cycle and the manner in which you load your gear onto the bike might create haz- ards. Aerodynamics, handling, balance, and cornering clearance can suffer, and the suspension and tyres can be over- loaded. Read the “ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING?” section on page 1-24. PROTECTIVE APPAREL Helmet * Be sure to wear a helmet and tighten the Description strap firmly. Choose a helmet that fits Both rider and passenger should be sure to your head snugly but does not exert wear helmets, as well as clothing and pro- excessive pressure. tective equipment that affords a high level of | * Be sure to wear a helmet shield or gog- protection. Refer to the following when gles. These items protect the field of obtaining this equipment. view from the wind, and also protect the eyes against airborne insects, dust, and small stones thrown up by vehicles driv- A WARNING ing ahead of you. To reduce the risk of injury: * Wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing. *Read owner’s manual carefully. 1-4 A WARNING If you don’t wear a helmet, you have an increased risk of death or severe injury in a crash. If you wear a helmet that doesn’t fit properly or is not securely strapped on, the helmet may not provide the protection for which it was designed. The rider and passenger should be sure to wear a helmet that fits properly and is securely strapped on. 1-5 ing gear Wear protective equipment and clothing that affords a high level of protection. Wear bright, eye-catching long-sleeved uppers and full-length trousers that expose a minimum of skin. This will reduce the impact of unexpected events on the body. Loose, fancy clothing can be uncomfortable and unsafe when rid- ing your motorcycle. Choose good qual- ity motorcycle riding apparel when riding your motorcycle. Be sure to wear gloves. Gloves made of friction-resistant leather are suitable. Wear footwear that is easy to operate the motorcycle in, and which covers your ankles. When necessary, wear jackets and trou- sers fitted with protectors. SPECIAL SITUATIONS REQUIRE Rainy day, Snowy day SPECIAL CARE * When the road surface is wet, loose, or rough, you should brake with care. Brak- Windy day ing distances increase on a rainy day. When riding in a strong crosswind, which Stay off the painted surface marks, man- can occur at the entrance to a tunnel, on a hole covers, and greasy-appearing areas, bridge, or when passing or being passed by as they can be especially slippery. Use large trucks, the motorcycle may be blown extra caution at railway crossings and on by the crosswind. metal gratings and bridges. When it starts Control your speed, and grip the handlebars to rain, any oil or grease on the road rises firmly when riding. to the surface of the water. Pull over and wait a few minutes until this oil film is washed away before riding. Whenever in A WARNING doubt about road conditions, slow down! 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. 1-7 * Slow down before entering corners. In these situations, the traction available between your tyres and the road surface is limited. When you're leaned over in a corner, avoid braking. Straighten up before braking. NOTE: After the motorcycle has been washed or when it has traveled through pud- dies, the brakes may grip poorly. If the brakes grip poorly, travel at low speed while paying sufficient attention to the front and rear of the motorcycle, operating the brakes lightly until they grip firmly. A WARNING Over braking when traction is limited will cause your tyres to skid, possibly result- ing in loss of directional control or caus- ing you and your motorcycle to fall over. Brake carefully when traction is limited. Flooded road Do not ride your motorcycle on flooded roads. If you do ride your motorcycle on a flooded road, go slowly checking braking operation. After riding on a flooded road, ask your Suzuki dealer to check for the following: «Braking efficiency Wet connectors, wiring and water in the battery box Drive belt slipping Poor lubrication for bearings etc. Level and appearance of gear oil (if oil is whitish, there is water into the oil and an oil change is required) NOTICE Riding the motorcycle on a flooded road can cause the engine to stop running, and can cause failure of electric parts, drive belt slipping and engine damage. Do not ride your motorcycle on flooded roads. PRACTICE AWAY FROM TRAFFIC Your riding skill and your mechanical knowl- edge form the foundation for safe riding practices. We suggest that you practice rid- ing your motorcycle in a non-traffic situation until you are thoroughly familiar with your machine and its controls. CARRYING A PASSENGER This motorcycle has a capacity of two peo- ple. Do not attempt to ride while carrying more than one passenger. Attempting to do so is very dangerous. How to carry a passenger Carrying a passenger, when done correctly, is a great way to share the joy of motorcy- cling. You will have to alter your riding style somewhat since the extra weight of a pas- senger will affect handling and braking. You may also need to adjust tyre pressures and suspension; please refer to the Tyre Pressure and Loading section and the Sus- pension section for more details. * TYRE PRESSURE AND LOADING: ( (oF 3-59) ¢ SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT: ( (oF 2-54) * LOADING LIMIT: (C 1-26) 1-10 Before you invite someone to be a passen- ger on your motorcycle, you need to be thor- oughly familiar with motorcycle operation. Ensure that passengers understand the fol- lowing before they ride with you. 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 pre- vent burn injuries, warn your passenger not to contact the exhaust pipe or muffler when mounting or dismounting your motorcycle. 1-11 ABOUT CARBON MONOXIDE To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, start the engine in a well-ventilated location. Contained in exhaust gas, carbon monoxide is a colorless odorless gas, and thus is not noticed easily. A 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 ven- tilation. RIDING PRECAUTIONS BREAK-IN Description The first 1600 km (1000 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and perfor- mance from your new motorcycle. During the break-in period, avoid needless idling, sudden acceleration or deceleration, abrupt steering changes, or sudden braking. 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. ic 800 km ie Initial (600 miles) Below 5,000 r/min 1600 km a Upto (1000 miles) Below 7,500 r/min 1600 km Over (1000 miles) Below Red zone 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. 1-13 Breaking in the new tyres New tyres need proper break-in to assure maximum performance, just as the engine does. Wear- in the tread surface by gradu- ally 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). A WARNING Failure to perform break-in of the tyres could cause tyre slip and loss of control. Use extra care when riding on new tyres. Perform proper break-in of the tyres as described in this section and avoid hard acceleration, hard cornering, and hard braking for the first 160 km (100 miles). 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 correc- tion of all adjustments, tightening of all fas- teners and replacement of dirty oil. Timely performance of this service will help make sure you get the best service life and perfor- mance 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 atten- tion to the CAUTION and WARNING mes- sages in that section. 1-14 
