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Part No. 99011-04K50-01A February, 2015 EN© COPYRIGHT SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 2015 Printed in Japan

GSX-S1000/A/F/FAOWNER’S MANUAL

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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.

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IMPORTANT

BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) INFORMATION FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLEThe first 1600 km (1000 miles) are themost important in the life of yourmotorcycle. Proper break-in operationduring this time will help ensure maxi-mum life and performance from yournew motorcycle. Suzuki parts aremanufactured of high quality materi-als, and machined parts are finishedto close tolerances. Proper break-inoperation allows the machined sur-faces to polish each other and matesmoothly.

Motorcycle reliability and perfor-mance depend on special care andrestraint exercised during the break-inperiod. It is especially important thatyou avoid operating the engine in amanner which could expose theengine parts to excessive heat.

Please refer to the BREAK-IN (RUN-NING-IN) section for specific break-inrecommendations.

WARNING/CAUTION/NOTICE/NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasizespecial information, the symbol and the words WARNING, CAUTION,NOTICE and NOTE have specialmeanings. Pay particular attention tomessages highlighted by these sig-nal words:

NOTE: Indicates special informationto make maintenance easier orinstructions clearer.

WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard thatcould result in death or seriousinjury.

CAUTIONIndicates a potential hazard thatcould result in minor or moderateinjury.

NOTICEIndicates a potential hazard thatcould result in vehicle or equip-ment damage.

FOREWORD

Motorcycling is one of the most exhil-arating sports and to ensure yourriding enjoyment, you should becomethoroughly familiar with the informa-tion presented in this Owner’s Manualbefore riding the motorcycle.

The proper care and maintenancethat your motorcycle requires is out-lined in this manual. By followingthese instructions explicitly you willensure a long trouble free operatinglife for your motorcycle. Your autho-rized Suzuki dealer has experiencedtechnicians that are trained to provideyour machine with the best possibleservice with the right tools and equip-ment.

All information, illustrations and speci-fications contained in this manual arebased on the latest product informa-tion available at the time of publica-tion. Due to improvements or otherchanges, there may be some discrep-ancies between information in thismanual and your motorcycle. Suzukireserves the right to make changes atany time.

Please note that this manual appliesto all specifications or all respectivedestinations and explains all equip-ment. Therefore, your model mayhave different standard features thanshown in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

CONTROLS

FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS

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

RIDING TIPS

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX

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ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING ......................................... 1-2SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS ................ 1-4LABELS ............................................................................................................... 1-5SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ............................................................................ 1-6NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY) ............................................ 1-6

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ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING

ACCESSORY USEThe addition of unsuitable accesso-ries can lead to unsafe operating con-ditions. It is not possible for Suzuki totest each accessory on the market orcombinations of all the availableaccessories; however, your dealercan assist you in selecting qualityaccessories and installing them cor-rectly. Use extreme caution whenselecting and installing the accesso-ries on your motorcycle and consultyour Suzuki dealer if you have anyquestions.

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION GUIDELINES• Install aerodynamic-affecting

accessories, such as a fairing,windshield, backrests, saddle-bags, and travel trunks, as low aspossible, as close to the motorcy-cle and as near the center of grav-ity as is feasible. Check that themounting brackets and otherattachment hardware are rigidlymounted.

• Inspect for proper ground clear-ance and bank angle. Inspect thatthe accessory does not interferewith the operation of the suspen-sion, steering or other controloperations.

• Accessories fitted to the handle-bars or the front fork area can cre-ate serious stability problems. Theextra weight will cause the motor-cycle to be less responsive to yoursteering control. The weight mayalso cause oscillations in the frontend and lead to instability prob-lems. Accessories added to thehandlebars or front fork of themachine should be as light aspossible and kept to a minimum.

• Certain accessories displace therider from his or her normal ridingposition. This limits the freedom ofmovement of the rider and maylimit his or her control ability.

• Additional electrical accessoriesmay overload the existing electri-cal system. Severe overloads maydamage the wiring harness or cre-ate a dangerous situation due tothe loss of electrical power duringthe operation of the motorcycle.

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

WARNINGImproper installation of accesso-ries or modification of the motor-cycle may cause changes inhandling which could lead to anaccident.

Never use improper accessories,and make sure that any accesso-ries that are used are properlyinstalled. All parts and accesso-ries added to the motorcycleshould be genuine Suzuki parts ortheir equivalent designed for useon this motorcycle. Install and usethem according to their instruc-tions. If you have any questions,contact your Suzuki dealer.

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LOADING LIMIT

Never exceed the G.V.W. (GrossVehicle Weight) of this motorcycle.The G.V.W. is the combined weight ofthe machine, accessories, payload,rider and passenger. When selectingyour accessories, keep in mind theweight of the rider as well as theweight of the accessories. The addi-tional weight of the accessories maynot only create an unsafe riding con-dition but may also affect the ridingstability.

G.V.W.: 400 kg (880 lbs)at the tire pressure (cold)Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)

LOADING GUIDELINESThis motorcycle is primarily intendedto carry small items when you are notriding with a passenger. Follow theloading guidelines below:• Balance the load between the left

and right side of the motorcycleand fasten it securely.

• Keep cargo weight low and asclose to the center of the motorcy-cle as possible.

• Do not attach large or heavy itemsto the handlebars, front forks orrear fender.

• Do not install a luggage carrier ora luggage box protruding over thetail end of the motorcycle.

• Do not carry any items that pro-trude over the tail end of themotorcycle.

• Check that both tires are properlyinflated to the specified tire pres-sure for your loading conditions.Refer to page 6-43.

• Improperly loading your motorcy-cle can reduce your ability to bal-ance and steer the motorcycle.You should ride at reducedspeeds, less than 130 km/h (80mph), when you are carryingcargo or have added accessories.

• Adjust suspension setting as nec-essary.

WARNINGOverloading or improper loadingcan cause loss of motorcycle con-trol and an accident.

Follow loading limits and loadingguidelines in this manual.

WARNINGPlacing objects in the spacebehind the fairing can interferewith steering and can cause lossof control.

Do not carry any objects in thespace behind the fairing.

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MODIFICATIONModification of the motorcycle, orremoval of original equipment mayrender the vehicle unsafe or illegal.

The frame of this motorcycle is madeof an aluminium alloy. Therefore,never make any modifications suchas drilling or welding to the frame as itweakens the strength of the framesignificantly. Failure to heed thiswarning could result in an unsafevehicle operating condition and sub-sequent accident. Suzuki will not beresponsible in any way for personalinjury or damage to the motorcyclecaused by frame modifications. Bolton accessories that do not modify theframe in any way may be installedprovided that the GVW is notexceeded.

SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERSMotorcycle riding is great fun and anexciting sport. Motorcycle riding alsorequires that some extra precautionsbe taken to ensure the safety of therider and passenger. These precau-tions are:

WEAR A HELMETMotorcycle safety equipment startswith a quality helmet. One of the mostserious injuries that can happen is ahead injury. ALWAYS wear a properlyapproved helmet. You should alsowear suitable eye protection.

RIDING APPARELLoose, fancy clothing can be uncom-fortable and unsafe when riding yourmotorcycle. Choose good qualitymotorcycle riding apparel when ridingyour motorcycle.

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDINGReview thoroughly the instructions inthe “INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING”section of this manual. Do not forgetto perform an entire safety inspectionto ensure the safety of the rider andits passenger.

FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MOTORCYCLEYour riding skill and your mechanicalknowledge form the foundation forsafe riding practices. We suggest thatyou practice riding your motorcycle ina non-traffic situation until you arethoroughly familiar with your machineand its controls. Remember practicemakes perfect.

WARNINGModification to an aluminum alloyframe, such as drilling or welding,weakens the frame. This couldresult in an unsafe operating con-dition and may lead to an acci-dent.

Never make any modifications tothe frame.

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KNOW YOUR LIMITSRide within the boundaries of yourown skill at all times. Knowing theselimits and staying within them will helpyou to avoid accidents.

BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUS ON BAD WEATHER DAYSRiding on bad weather days, espe-cially wet ones, requires extra cau-tion. Braking distances double on arainy day. Stay off the painted surfacemarks, manhole covers and greasyappearing areas as they can be espe-cially slippery. Use extreme caution atrailway crossings and on metal grat-ings and bridges. Whenever in doubtabout road condition, slow down!

RIDE DEFENSIVELYThe most common type of motorcycleaccident occurs when a car travelingtowards a motorcycle turns round cor-ner in front of the motorcyclist. Ridedefensively. Wise motorcyclist uses astrategy of assuming they are invisibleto other drivers, even in broad day-light. Wear bright, reflecting clothing.Turn on the headlight and taillightevery time even on a bright, sunnyday to attract driver’s attention. Do notride in another driver’s blind spot.

LABELSRead and follow all the labels on themotorcycle. Make sure you under-stand all of the labels. Do not removeany labels from the motorcycle.

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

The frame and/or engine serial num-bers are used to register the motorcy-cle. They are also used to assist yourdealer when ordering parts or refer-ring to special service information.The frame number 1 is stamped onthe steering head tube. The engineserial number 2 is stamped on thecrankcase assembly.

Please write down the numbers in thebox provided below for your future ref-erence.

NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY)

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITEDOwners are warned that the law mayprohibit:(a) The removal or rendering inopera-

tive by any person other than forpurposes of maintenance, repairor replacement, of any device orelement of design incorporatedinto any new vehicle for the pur-pose of noise control prior to itssale or delivery to the ultimatepurchaser or while it is in use; and

(b) The use of the vehicle after suchdevice or element of design hasbeen removed or rendered inoper-ative by any person.

Frame number:

Engine number:

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2CONTROLS

LOCATION OF PARTS ....................................................................................... 2-2KEY ...................................................................................................................... 2-5IGNITION SWITCH .............................................................................................. 2-7INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................................................... 2-10LEFT HANDLEBAR ........................................................................................... 2-24RIGHT HANDLEBAR ........................................................................................ 2-29FUEL TANK CAP .............................................................................................. 2-32GEARSHIFT LEVER .......................................................................................... 2-33REAR BRAKE PEDAL ...................................................................................... 2-33SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS ........................................................... 2-34LUGGAGE STRAPS .......................................................................................... 2-36SIDE STAND ...................................................................................................... 2-37SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................... 2-38

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CONTROLS

LOCATION OF PARTS

GSX-S1000/A

1 Clutch lever2 Left handlebar switches3 Instrument panel4 Front brake fluid reservoir5 Right handlebar switches6 Throttle grip7 Front brake lever8 Ignition switch9 Fuel tank cap

GSX-S1000F/FA

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GSX-S1000/A

0 BatteryA Seat lockB ToolsC Helmet holdersD Side standE Gearshift lever

GSX-S1000F/FA

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GSX-S1000/A

F Rear brake pedal

GSX-S1000F/FA

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KEY

This motorcycle comes equipped witha pair of identical ignition keys. Keepthe spare key in a safe place.

If the all keys are lost, the ECMshould be replaced. (Immobilizerequipped model)

NOTE: • Immobilizer identification code is

programmed into the key. There-fore, a key made by an ordinarylocksmith will not work. Ask yourSuzuki dealer if you need to makea spare key.

• If you loose the key, ask yourSuzuki dealer to have the lost onedeactivated.

• If you own other vehicles withimmobilizer keys, keep those keysaway from the ignition switchwhen using your motorcycle, orthey may interfere with yourmotorcycle immobilizer system.The spare key for your motorcyclealso may interfere with yourmotorcycle immobilizer system.Keep the spare key away from theignition switch.

• Two keys are originally registeredto the immobilizer system. It ispossible to add two more keys.Ask your Suzuki dealer to makeand register additional spare keys.

WARNINGA long key chain could get caughtbetween the ignition switch andupper bracket. This could interferewith steering and cause loss ofcontrol.

Use the ignition key without keychains or other keys attached.

NOTICEAttaching key holder or somechain to the ignition key can dam-age plated parts and painted partsaround the ignition switch.

Use only the ignition key or a softkey holder to avoid plating andpainting damage.

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IMMOBILIZER INDICATOR(if equipped)

The immobilizer indicator blinks 2times when the ignition switch isturned on. Then indicator comes on 2seconds and goes off.

Immobilizer system is designed tohelp prevent motorcycle theft by elec-tronically disabling the engine startingsystem. The engine can be startedonly with your original keys whichhave an electronic identification codeprogrammed into it. The key commu-nicates the identification code to theECM when the key is turned to “ON”position.

NOTE: • It is impossible to start the engine

when the indicator remains blink-ing.

• If the indicator remains blinking, itmeans immobilizer system com-munication error between key andECM or use of wrong key. Turn offthe ignition switch and then turnon to communicate immobilizersystem properly.

• Two ignition keys are originallyregistered to the immobilizer sys-tem. It is possible to add two morekeys. The indicator blinks num-bers of registered key when theignition switch is turned on.

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IGNITION SWITCH

Immobilizer equipped model

The ignition switch has 4 positions:

“OFF” POSITIONAll electrical circuits are cut off. Theengine will not start. The key can beremoved.

“ON” POSITIONThe ignition circuit is completed andthe engine can now be started. Theheadlight and taillight will automati-cally be turned on when the key is inthis position. The key cannot beremoved from the ignition switch inthis position.

NOTE: Start the engine promptly afterturning the key to the “ON” position,or the battery will lose power due toconsumption by the headlight and tail-light.

“LOCK” POSITIONTo lock the steering, turn the handle-bar all the way to the left. Push downand turn the key to the “LOCK” posi-tion and remove the key. All electricalcircuits are cut off.

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“P” (Parking) POSITIONWhen parking the motorcycle, lockthe steering and turn the key to the“P” position. The key can now beremoved and the position light andtaillight will remain lit and the steeringwill be locked. This position is fornight time roadside parking toincrease visibility.

WARNINGTurning the ignition switch to the“P” (PARKING) or “LOCK” posi-tion while the motorcycle is mov-ing can be hazardous. Moving themotorcycle while the steering islocked can be hazardous. Youcould lose your balance and fall,or you could drop the motorcycle.

Stop the motorcycle and place iton the side stand before lockingthe steering. Never attempt tomove the motorcycle when thesteering is locked.

WARNINGIf the motorcycle falls down due toa slip or collision, unexpecteddamage to the motorcycle couldcause the engine to keep running,which could result in a fire, orcould result in injury from movingparts such as the rear wheel.

If the motorcycle falls down, turnthe ignition switch off immedi-ately. Ask your authorized Suzukidealer to inspect the motorcyclefor unseen damage.

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The key hole can be covered by turn-ing the lid.

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

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

The malfunction indicator light 9,traction control system indicator lightG, coolant temperature indicator/oilpressure indicator light I, ABS indi-cator light J (GSX-S1000A/FA), andLCD’s work as follows to confirm theirfunction when the ignition switch isturned to the “ON” position.

• The malfunction indicator light 9comes on for 3 seconds.

• All LCD segments appear andthen show the normal display.

When the ignition switch is turned on,all the LCD segments are displayed.At this time, if only km (km/h) is dis-played on the LCD, switching to themile (mph) indication is not availableas the meter is of the km specifica-tion.

TACHOMETER 2The tachometer indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute (r/min).

Press and hold the SEL button 1 andturn on the ignition switch. Hold theSEL button 1 for 4 seconds to switchtachometer display pattern settingmode.

To change the display pattern, pushthe SEL button 1. The display pat-tern changes in the order below.

Normal → Negative/Positive reverseimage → 1 segment → 2 segment →Peak hold → Normal

Push the ADJ button 7 and returns tothe normal display.

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SPEEDOMETER 3The speedometer indicates the roadspeed in kilometers per hour or milesper hour.

NOTE: • Press and hold the ADJ button 7

and turn on the ignition switch.Hold the ADJ button 7 for 4 sec-onds to switch between km/h andmph. At the same time, the odom-eter will be changed between kmand mile.

• Select km/h or mph, as appropri-ate, to comply with traffic regula-tions.

• Check km/h and mph display afteradjusting the instrument panel dis-play.

GEAR POSITION INDICATOR 4The gear position indicator indicatesgear position. This indicator displays“N” when the transmission is in neu-tral.

NOTE: When the display indicates“CHEC” in the odometer display area,the gear position indicator does notindicate a number but indicates “–”.

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM DISPLAY 5The setting of the traction control sys-tem is indicated by OFF, 1, 2 or 3.

NOTE: For more detailed informationon the traction control system, seepage 2-26.

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OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR “” 6When the ignition switch is in the“ON” position but the engine has notbeen started, the symbol “” 6 inthe display and the indicator light Icomes on. As soon as the engine isstarted, the symbol “” 6 and theindicator light should go out.

When the engine oil pressure dropsunder the normal operating range, thesymbol “” 6 in the displayappears and the indicator light Icomes on.

TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT “” 8When the turn signals are being oper-ated either to the right or to the left,the indicator light will blink intermit-tently.

NOTE: If a turn signal light is notoperating properly due to bulb fila-ment or circuit failure, the indicatorlight blinks more quickly to notify therider of the existence of a problem.

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NOTICERiding the motorcycle with the oilpressure indicator light lit candamage the engine and transmis-sion.

If the oil pressure indicator lightcomes on, indicating low oil pres-sure, stop the engine immediately.Check the oil level and add oil ifnecessary. If there is a properamount of oil and the light stilldoes not go out, have your autho-rized Suzuki dealer or a qualifiedmechanic inspect your motorcy-cle.

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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT “ ” 9

If the fuel injection system fails, themalfunction indicator light 9 comeson and the display indicates “FI” in theodometer display area in the followingtwo modes;

A. The display B in the odometerdisplay area alternately indicates“FI” and the odometer/trip meterreading, and the malfunction indi-cator light 9 comes on andremains lit.

B. The display B in the odometerdisplay area indicates “FI” continu-ously and the malfunction indica-tor light 9 blinks while crankingthe engine.

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

NOTE: • If the display indicates “FI” and the

odometer/trip meter reading alter-nately, and the malfunction indica-tor light comes on and remains lit,keep the engine running and bringyour motorcycle to an authorizedSuzuki dealer. If the engine stalls,try restarting the engine after turn-ing the ignition switch off and on.

• If the display indicates “FI” contin-uously and the malfunction indica-tor light blinks, the engine will notstart.

NOTICEThe malfunction indicator lightcomes on to indicate a problemwith the fuel injection system.Riding the motorcycle with themalfunction indicator lit can dam-age the engine and transmission.

If the display indicates “FI” andthe malfunction indicator lightcomes on, have your authorizedSuzuki dealer or a qualifiedmechanic inspect the fuel injec-tion system as soon as possible.

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When the display indicates “CHEC” inthe odometer display area, check thefollowing 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 fullyup.

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

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT “” 0This blue indicator light will be litwhen the headlight high beam isturned on.

CLOCK A

Time is shown when the ignitionswitch is in the “ON” position. Theclock has a 12-hour display. Followthe procedure below to adjust theclock.

To adjust the clock, press and holdthe SEL button 1 and the ADJ button7 simultaneously for 2 seconds untilthe clock hour display blinks. Push the ADJ button 7 to adjust thehour display.Push the SEL button 1 and the clockminute display blinks. Push the ADJbutton 7 to adjust the minute display. Push the SEL button 1 to return tothe clock mode.

NOTE: • When the ADJ button 7 is

pressed and held, the display willincrease continuously.

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

• This clock is powered by the bat-tery of the motorcycle. If yourmotorcycle is to be left unusedmore than two months, removethe battery from the motorcycle.

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ODOMETER/TRIP METER/INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT BRIGHTNESS BThe display has 4 functions; odome-ter, two trip meters, and instrumentpanel light brightness. When the igni-tion switch is turned to the “ON” posi-tion, the test pattern shown below isdisplayed for 2 seconds. After the testpattern is displayed, the display willshow the function that was displayedthe last time that the ignition switchwas turned off.

NOTE: • Press and hold the ADJ button 7

and turn on the ignition switch.Hold the ADJ button 7 for 4 sec-onds to switch between km andmile. At this time, the speedome-ter will be changed between km/hand mph and the instantaneous/average fuel economy meter willbe changed between km/L (L/100km) and MPG.

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

• Check the km and mile displayafter adjusting the instrumentpanel display.TRIP A BTRIP

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To change the display, push the SELbutton 1 or left handlebar MODEswitch (Up). The display changes inthe order below.

NOTE: When the traction control sys-tem select switch is pushed, the dis-play cannot be changed with the lefthandlebar MODE switch becausetraction control select mode is active.

ODOMETERThe odometer registers the total dis-tance that the motorcycle has beenridden. The odometer ranges from 0to 999999.

The odometer display locks at 999999when the total distance exceeds999999.

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TRIP METERSThe two trip meters are resettableodometers. They can register twokinds of distances at the same time.For instance, trip meter A can registerthe trip distance and trip meter B canregister the distance between fuelstops.

To reset a meter to zero, press andhold the ADJ button 7 or MODEswitch (Up) for 2 seconds while thedisplay indicates the trip meter A or B,you want to reset. When you reset thetrip meter A or B, the fuel economymeter will also be reset.

NOTE: When the trip meter exceeds9999.9, the trip meter will return to 0.0and start counting again.

INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT BRIGHTNESSSet the meter to instrument panellight brightness, then press and holdthe ADJ button 7 or MODE switch(Up) for 2 seconds until the “” markindicators blink. Pushing the SEL but-ton 1 or MODE switch (Up) willchange the instrument panel lightbrightness in 6 steps. The brightnessindicator indicates brightness from“” (min) to “” (max).Push the ADJ button 7 or MODEswitch (Down) to return to instrumentpanel light brightness mode.

NOTE: If the traction control systemselect switch is pressed (selection oftraction mode) during instrumentpanel light brightness adjustment(while blinking), the instrument panellight brightness cannot be adjusted orconfirmed with the handlebar MODEswitch. In this case, use the SEL/ADJbutton to adjust/confirm the instru-ment panel light brightness or pressthe traction control system selectswitch again (cancellation of tractionmode selection) so that the instru-ment panel light brightness can beadjusted and confirmed with the han-dlebar MODE switch.

WARNINGChanging the display while ridingcan be hazardous. Removing ahand from the handlebars canreduce your ability to control themotorcycle.

Never change the display whileriding. Keep both hands on thehandlebars.

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FUEL METER “” CThe fuel meter indicates the amountof fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Thefuel meter displays all 6 segmentswhen the fuel tank is full. The markblinks when the fuel level drops below4.2 L (4.4/3.7 US/Imp qt). The markand segment blink when the fueldrops below 1.7 L (1.8/1.5 US/Imp qt).

NOTE: • The fuel meter will not indicate

correctly when the motorcycle isplaced on the side stand. Turn theignition switch to the “ON” positionwhen the motorcycle is heldupright.

• If the fuel mark blinks, fill the fueltank immediately. Also, the lastsegment of the fuel meter blinkswhen the fuel tank is almostempty.

DRIVING RANGE METER/INSTANTANEOUS FUEL ECONOMY METER/AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY METER DThe display has 3 functions; drivingrange meter, instantaneous fuel econ-omy meter and average fuel economymeter. When the ignition switch isturned to the “ON” position, the testpattern shown below is displayed for 3seconds.

After the test pattern is displayed, thedisplay will show the function that wasdisplayed the last time that the igni-tion switch was turned off.

Fuel tankApproximately

1.7 LApproximately

4.2 LFull

Fuel gaugeBlink

mark

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To change the display, push the ADJbutton 7 or left handlebar MODEswitch (Down). The display changesin the order below.

Driving range meterThe driving range meter displays esti-mated driving range (distance) basedon the remaining fuel within the rangefrom 1 to 999 km (mile). The drivingrange is recalculated when you refuel,but the indication may not changewhen only a small amount of fuel isadded.The driving range will not be recalcu-lated when the motorcycle is placedon the side stand. Check the esti-mated driving range (distance) whenthe side stand is retracted. When thebattery is disconnected, the drivingrange meter will be reset. When thishappens, the meter indicates “– – –”until the motorcycle is ridden for acertain distance.

NOTE: • The driving range (distance) is an

estimated value. The indicationmay not be the same as the actualdriving distance.

• The meter does not use the aver-age fuel economy value to calcu-late driving range (distance) andthe calculation result may not bethe same as indicated by the aver-age fuel economy meter.

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

AVG A

RANGE

Driving range meter

Instantaneous fuel economy

Trip meter A or B average fuel economy

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Instantaneous Fuel Economy Meter and Average Fuel Economy MeterTo change between “km/L (L/100 km)”and “MPG”, press and hold the ADJbutton 7 and turn on the ignitionswitch. Hold the ADJ button 7 for 4seconds to switch between km andmile. At the same time, the odometerwill be changed between km and mile.

To change between “km/L” and “L/100km”, set the meter D to either instan-taneous fuel economy meter or aver-age fuel economy meter and hold theSEL button 1 or MODE switch(Down) for 2 seconds.

Instantaneous fuel economy meterThe instantaneous fuel economymeter displays the fuel consumptionvalue only when the motorcycle ismoving. However, when the motorcy-cle is stopping, the fuel economymeter displays “– – . –”. This meterranges from 0.1 to 50.0 (km/L), from2.0 to 50.0 (L/100 km), or from 0.1 to99.9 (MPG IMP).

NOTE: The display shows estimatedvalues. Indications may not be thesame as actual values.

Average fuel economy meterThe average fuel economy meter dis-plays average fuel economy ratio oftrip A or trip B. The average fueleconomy meter ranges from 0.1 to50.0 (km/L), from 0.1 to 99.9 (MPGIMP) or from 2.0 to 50.0 (L/100 km).The average fuel economy meterindicates “– – . –” when the trip meterindicates 0.0. To reset the fuel econ-omy meter, reset the trip meter.

NOTE: The display shows estimatedvalues. Indications may not be thesame as actual values.

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COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER “” EThe coolant temperature is displayedby an LCD segment temperature indi-cator E, water temperature mark F,and indicator light I.

When the coolant temperatureexceeds 116°C (241°F), all six LCDsegments turn on. When the coolanttemperature comes to 120°C (248°F),the water temperature mark F blinks,and the indicator light I turns on. Ifall six LCD segments for the tempera-ture indication E turn on, stop theengine, wait until the engine is cooled,and check the coolant level.

NOTICERiding the motorcycle with thecoolant temperature indicator litcan cause serious engine damagedue to overheating.

If the engine coolant temperatureindicator light comes on, stop theengine to let it cool. Do not run theengine until the coolant tempera-ture indicator light goes off.

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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT “TC” GWhen the traction control system isturned off, the traction control systemindicator light remains lit.

When the traction control system isset to Mode 1, Mode 2 or Mode 3, thetraction control system indicator lightindicates as follows.

• The indicator comes on when theignition switch is turned “ON” andgoes off after the motorcyclespeed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph).

• The indicator comes on andremains on when the traction con-trol system is not working due to asystem malfunction.

• The indicator blinks when the trac-tion control system senses rearwheel spin and is controllingengine power output.

• The indicator remains off whenthe traction control system is mon-itoring the traction of the rearwheel during acceleration.


NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT “N” HThe green light will come on when thetransmission is in neutral. The lightwill go out when you shift into anygear other than neutral.

OFFTC

TC

12

3

H

E

km/hmph

F

CN

SEL ADJ

GEAR

km/L/100kmTRIP

1000r/min

RANGE MPGUSIMPAVG

A BA B

TRIP

WARNINGRiding the motorcycle with thetraction control system turned onand the traction system indicatorlight lit can be hazardous.

If the traction control system indi-cator light comes on while riding,stop the motorcycle in a safeplace and turn off the ignitionswitch. Turn the ignition switch“ON” after a while and checkwhether the indicator light comeson.• If the indicator light goes off

after starting to ride, the tractioncontrol system will be function-ing.

• If it does not go off after startingto ride, the traction control sys-tem is not functioning. Youshould have the systemchecked by an authorizedSuzuki dealer as soon as possi-ble.

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ABS INDICATOR LIGHT “” J(GSX-S1000A/FA)This indicator normally comes onwhen the ignition switch is turned“ON” and goes off after the motorcy-cle speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph).

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

NOTE: If the ABS indicator light goesoff before starting the motorcycle,check the ABS indicator light functionby turning off and on the ignitionswitch. The ABS indicator light can gooff if the engine is revved at highspeed before starting the motorcycle.If the ABS indicator light does notcome on when the ignition switch isturned on, you should have the sys-tem checked by an authorized Suzukidealer as soon as possible.

WARNINGRiding the motorcycle with theABS indicator light on can be haz-ardous.

If the ABS indicator light blinks orcomes on while riding, stop themotorcycle in a safe place andturn off the ignition switch. Turnthe ignition switch “ON” after awhile and check if the indicatorlight comes on.• If the indicator light goes off

after starting to ride, the ABSwill be functioning.

• If it does not go off after startingto ride, ABS is not functioning,and the brakes provide normalstopping ability. You shouldhave the system checked by anauthorized Suzuki dealer assoon as possible.

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LEFT HANDLEBAR

CLUTCH LEVER 1The clutch lever is used for disengag-ing the drive to the rear wheel whenstarting the engine or shifting trans-mission gears. Squeezing the leverdisengages the clutch.

DIMMER SWITCH 2“” positionThe headlight low beam and taillightturn on.

“” positionThe headlight high beam and taillightturn on. The high beam indicator lightalso turns on.

Headlight flasher switch Press the switch to flash the head-light.

NOTICESticking tape or placing objects infront of the headlight can obstructheadlight heat radiation. This canresult in headlight damage.

Do not stick tape on the headlightor place objects in front of theheadlight.

NOTICEDo not put objects in front of theheadlight or taillight when they areon, and do not cover with clotheswhen the motorcycle is stopped.

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

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MODE SWITCH 3The MODE SWITCH has the samefunction as the SELECT switch. Referto the INSTRUMENT PANEL andTRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM sec-tions for details.


HORN SWITCH “” 4Press the switch to sound the horn.

TURN SIGNAL LIGHT SWITCH “” 5Moving the switch to the “” positionwill flash the left turn signals. Movingthe switch to the “” position willflash the right turn signals. The indi-cator light will also flash intermittently.To cancel turn signal operation, pushthe switch in.

WARNINGFailure to use the turn signals,and failure to turn off the turn sig-nals can be hazardous. Other driv-ers may misjudge your course andthis may result in an accident.

Always use the turn signals whenyou intend to change lanes ormake a turn. Be sure to turn offthe turn signals after completingthe turn or lane change.

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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM SELECT SWITCH 6

Traction control systemWhen the traction control systemsenses rear wheel spin during accel-eration, it automatically controlsengine power output to restore thegripping power of the rear tire. Thetraction control system indicator lightblinks when the traction control sys-tem is controlling engine power out-put.

WARNINGRelying too much on the tractioncontrol system can be hazardous.

The traction control system can-not provide control to limit rearwheel spin under certain condi-tions. The system cannot controlrear wheel spin resulting fromhigh speed cornering, excessivebank angle, braking operation orengine braking effect. Be sure tooperate the motorcycle at anappropriate speed according toyour riding skill, weather and roadconditions.

WARNINGReplacing the tires with other thanthe specified tires can be hazard-ous.

When replacing tires, be sure tomount the specified tires. If tiresother than the specified size ortype are mounted on the motorcy-cle, the traction control systemwill not be able to control enginepower output properly.

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NOTE: • When the traction control system

is controlling engine power output,the engine sound and exhaustsound will change.

• When the front tire is not in fullcontact with the road surface dueto sudden acceleration or otherreasons, the traction control sys-tem will control engine power out-put.

• When the front or rear tires do notstay in full contact with the roadsurface, such as when riding on abumpy road, the traction controlsystem will control engine poweroutput.

• When the traction control systemis controlling engine power output,the engine speed will not increaseeven if the throttle grip is operatedto increase engine power. If thishappens, close the throttle com-pletely to restore the normal con-dition.

The traction control system can beset to OFF, Mode 1, Mode 2 or Mode3.

<OFF>The traction control system does notcontrol engine power output even ifthe rear tire spins.

<Mode 1>The sensitivity level of the tractioncontrol system is set low in this mode,so the traction control system allows acertain degree of wheel spin beforecontrolling engine power output.

<Mode 2>The sensitivity level of the tractioncontrol system is set middle in thismode, so the traction control systemallows a lesser degree of wheel spinthan when set in Mode 1 before con-trolling engine power output.

<Mode 3>The sensitivity level of the tractioncontrol system is set high in thismode, so the traction control systemallows a lesser degree of wheel spinthan when set in Mode 2 before con-trolling engine power output.

WARNINGFailure to confirm that the tractioncontrol system is in the in theintended mode before operatingthe motorcycle can be hazardous.

Confirm that the traction controlsystem is in the intended modebefore operating the motorcycle.

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MODE SETTING

1. Press the traction control systemselect switch 6 for mode selec-tion.

2. Press the Mode switch (UP,DOWN) 3 and change the indica-tion on the traction control systemdisplay in the meter cluster to thedesired mode. The displaychanges as shown in figure.

3. Press the traction control systemselect switch 6 to cancel themode selection. The traction con-trol system display in the metercluster returns to the normal dis-play mode.

OFFTC

12

3

OFFTC

12

3

OFFTC

12

3

OFFTC

12

3

OFFTC

12

3

OFFTC

12

3

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NOTE: • Be sure to keep the throttle fully

closed when changing the mode.If the change of mode is not possi-ble because the throttle is not fullyclosed, a segment of the selectedmode on the traction control sys-tem display blinks.

• The setting is retained in thememory even when the ignitionswitch is turned off.

• The setting of the traction controlsystem is retained in the memoryeven when the battery becomesfully discharged or is discon-nected and removed from themotorcycle.

RIGHT HANDLEBAR

(EU)

ENGINE STOP SWITCH 1“” positionThe ignition circuit is off. The enginecannot start or run.

“” positionThe ignition circuit is on and theengine can run.

FRONT BRAKE LEVER 2The front brake is applied by squeez-ing the brake lever gently toward thethrottle grip. This motorcycle isequipped with a disk brake systemand excessive pressure is notrequired to slow the machine downproperly. The brake light will be litwhen the lever is squeezed inward.

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(EU)

Front Brake Lever Adjustment

The distance between the throttle gripand the front brake lever is adjustableto 6 positions. To change the position,push the brake lever forward and turnthe adjuster to the desired position.When changing the brake lever posi-tion, always be sure the adjusterstops in the proper position; a projec-tion of the brake lever pivot should fitinto the depression of the adjuster.This motorcycle is delivered from thefactory with its adjuster set on posi-tion 3.

WARNINGAdjusting the front brake leverposition while riding can be haz-ardous. Removing a hand from thehandlebars can reduce your abilityto control the motorcycle.

Never adjust the front brake leverposition while riding. Keep bothhands on the handlebars.

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ELECTRIC STARTER SWITCH “” 3This switch is used for operating thestarter motor. With the ignition switchin the “ON” position, the engine stopswitch in “” and the transmission inneutral, push the electric starterswitch to start the engine.

NOTE: When the electric starterswitch is pushed, the starter motorwill continue turning for about 1.5 sec-onds even when you release yourhand from the switch. After elapsingabout 1.5 second, or when the engineis started, the starter motor will stopautomatically.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith an interlock system for the igni-tion circuit and the starter circuit. Theengine can only be started if:• The transmission is in neutral, or• The transmission is in gear, the

side stand is fully up and theclutch is disengaged.

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

THROTTLE GRIP 4Engine speed is controlled by theposition of the throttle grip. Twist ittoward you to increase engine speed.Turn it away from you to decreaseengine speed.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH “” 5 (EU)All four turn signal lights and indica-tors will flash simultaneously whenthe switch is turned on with the igni-tion switch in the “ON” or “P” position.Use the hazard warning lights to warnother traffic during emergency park-ing or when your vehicle could other-wise become a traffic hazard.

NOTICEEngaging the starter motor formore than five seconds at a timecan damage the starter motor andwiring harness from overheating.

Do not engage the starter motorfor more than five seconds at atime. If the engine does not startafter several attempts, check thefuel supply and ignition system.Refer to the TROUBLESHOOTINGsection in this manual.

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FUEL TANK CAP

To open the fuel tank cap, insert theignition key into the lock and turn itclockwise. With the key inserted, liftup with the key and open the fuel tankcap. To close the fuel tank cap, pushthe cap down firmly with the key in thecap lock.

Use fresh gasoline when filling up thefuel tank. Do not use bad gasolinewhich is contaminated with dirt, dust,water or other liquid. Be careful thatdirt, dust or water does not enter thefuel tank when refueling.

1 Fuel level2 Filler neck

WARNINGIf you overfill the fuel tank, fuelmay overflow when it expands dueto engine heat or heating by thesun. Fuel that overflows can catchfire.

Stop adding fuel when the fuellevel reaches the bottom of thefiller neck.

WARNINGFailure to follow safety precau-tions when refueling could resultin a fire or cause you to breathetoxic fumes.

Refuel in a well ventilated area.Make sure the engine is off andavoid spilling fuel on a hot engine.Do not smoke, and make surethere are no open flames orsparks in the area. Avoid breath-ing gasoline vapors. Keep chil-dren and pets away when yourefuel the motorcycle.

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GEARSHIFT LEVER

This motorcycle has a 6-speed trans-mission which operates as shown. Toshift properly, squeeze the clutchlever and close the throttle at thesame time you operate the gearshiftlever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshiftand depress the lever to downshift.Neutral is located between 1st and2nd gear. When neutral is desired,depress or lift the lever halfwaybetween 1st and 2nd gear.

NOTE: When the transmission is inneutral, the green indicator light onthe instrument panel will be lit. How-ever, even though the light is illumi-nated, cautiously and slowly releasethe clutch lever to make sure that thetransmission is positively in neutral.

Reduce the motorcycle speed beforedown-shifting. When down-shifting,the engine speed should beincreased before the clutch isengaged. This will prevent unneces-sary wear on the drive train compo-nents and the rear tire.

REAR BRAKE PEDAL

Depressing the rear brake pedal willapply the rear disk brake. The brakelight will be illuminated when the rearbrake is operated.

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SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS

SEAT LOCK

The seat lock is located under the leftframe cover. To remove the rear seat,insert the ignition key into the lockand turn it clockwise. Raise the frontend of the seat and slide it forward.

To reinstall the rear seat, slide theseat hooks into the seat hook retain-ers and push down firmly until theseat snaps into the locked position.

WARNINGFailure to install the seat properlycould allow the seat to move andcause loss of rider control.

Latch the seat securely in itsproper position.

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FRONT SEAT REMOVAL

1. Remove the rear seat. Removethe bolt 1.

2. Raise the rear end of the seat andslide it backward.

To reinstall the front seat, slide theseat hooks into the seat hook retain-ers on the frame and tighten the boltsecurely.

WARNINGFailure to install the seat properlycould allow the seat to move andcause loss of rider control.

Fasten the seat securely in itsproper position.

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HELMET HOLDERS

There are helmet holders underneaththe rear seat. To use them, removethe seat, hook your helmet to the hel-met holder and refit the seat.

LUGGAGE STRAPS

The luggage straps are folded underthe seat. Extract the straps from thehooks and reinstall the seat with thestraps out. Hook bands to the strapsto fix luggage on the seat.

WARNINGRiding with a helmet fastened tothe helmet holder can interferewith rider control.

Never carry a helmet fastened tothe helmet holder. Fix the helmetsecurely atop the seat if you mustcarry it.

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SIDE STAND

An interlock system is provided to cutoff the ignition circuit when the sidestand is down and the transmission isin any gear other than neutral.

The side stand/ignition interlock sys-tem works as follows:• If the side stand is down and the

transmission is in gear, the enginecan not be started.

• If the engine is running and thetransmission is shifted into gearwith the side stand down, theengine will stop running.

• If the engine is running and theside stand is put down with thetransmission in gear, the enginewill stop running.

WARNINGRiding with the side stand incom-pletely retracted can result in anaccident when you turn left.

Check operation of the side stand/ignition interlock system beforeriding. Always retract the sidestand completely before startingoff.

NOTICEIf you do not take proper precau-tions when parking, the motorcy-cle can fall over.

Park the motorcycle on firm, levelground whenever possible. If youmust park on an incline, aim thefront of the motorcycle uphill andput the transmission into 1st gearto reduce the possibility of rollingoff the side stand.

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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe standard settings for both thefront and rear suspensions areselected to meet various riding condi-tions such as low to high motorcyclespeed and light to heavy load on themotorcycle. The suspension settingscan be adjusted and fine-tunedaccording to your preference.

FRONT SUSPENSIONSpring Pre-load Adjustment

To change the spring pre-load, turnthe adjuster 1 clockwise or counter-clockwise. Turning the adjuster clock-wise will increase the spring pre-load.Turning the adjuster counterclockwisewill decrease the spring pre-load.There are 5 grooved lines on the sideof the adjuster 1 for reference. Posi-tion 1 provides the minimum springpre-load and position 5 provides themaximum pre-load. This motorcycle isdelivered from the factory with itsadjuster set on position 2.5.

NOTICETurning adjusters by force candamage the suspensions.

Do not turn adjusters beyond theirnatural limits.

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A Position 5B Position 2.5C Position 1

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WARNINGUnequal suspension adjustmentcan cause poor handling andinstability.

Adjust the right and left front forksto the same setting.

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Damping Force AdjustmentThe rebound and compression damp-ing force can be individually adjustedby turning the respective adjusters.The rebound damping force adjust-ers 2 are located at the top of thefront suspension. The compressiondamping force adjusters 3 arelocated at the bottom of the front sus-pension.

To adjust the damping force, set theadjuster to the standard setting firstand then adjust the adjuster to thedesired position.

To set the rebound damping forceadjuster to the standard position, turnthe adjuster clockwise until it stopsand then turn it counterclockwise 8clicks.

Turn the adjuster clockwise from thestandard position to stiffen the damp-ing force. Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to soften the dampingforce. The damping force should beadjusted gradually, 1 click at a time, tofine-tune the suspension.

To set the compression dampingforce adjuster to the standard posi-tion, turn the adjuster clockwise until itstops and then turn it counterclock-wise 8 clicks.

Turn the adjuster clockwise from thestandard position to stiffen the damp-ing force. Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to soften the dampingforce. The damping force should beadjusted gradually, 1 click at a time, tofine-tune the suspension.

NOTE: Do not loosen the adjusterbase 4, or front fork oil will oozethrough the adjuster base.

WARNINGUnequal suspension adjustmentcan cause poor handling andinstability.

Adjust the right and left front forksto the same setting.

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REAR SUSPENSIONSpring Pre-load Adjustment

The rear suspension spring pre-loadis adjustable to compensate for therider, load, riding style and road con-ditions. The spring pre-load is adjust-able to 7 positions. To change thespring pre-load setting, place themotorcycle on the side stand. Twistthe spring tension ring to the desiredposition with the adjuster provided inthe tool kit. Position 1 provides thesoftest spring tension and position 7provides the stiffest. This motorcycleis delivered from the factory with itsadjuster set on position 4 (GSX-S1000/A), position 3 (GSX-S1000F/FA).

Rear Suspension Label

NOTE: Ask your Suzuki dealer to dis-pose of the rear suspension unit.

WARNING

This unit contains high-pressurenitrogen gas.Mishandling can cause explosion.

• Keep away from fire and heat.• Read owner’s manual for more

information.

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Damping Force AdjustmentThe rebound damping force can beadjusted by turning the adjuster 1.The rebound damping force adjuster1 is located at the bottom of the rearsuspension.

To adjust the damping force, set theadjuster to the standard setting firstand then adjust the adjuster to thedesired position.

To set the rebound damping forceadjuster to the standard position, turnthe adjuster clockwise until it stopsand then turn it counterclockwise 1turn.

Turn the adjuster clockwise from thestandard position to stiffen the damp-ing force. Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to soften the dampingforce. The damping force should beadjusted gradually, 1/8 turn at a time,to fine-tune the suspension.

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FUEL OCTANE RATING ..................................................................................... 3-2OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION ...................................................... 3-2ENGINE OIL ......................................................................................................... 3-4ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION ......................................................................... 3-5

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FUEL OCTANE RATINGUse premium unleaded gasoline withan octane rating of 95 or higher(Research method). Unleaded gaso-line can extend spark plug life andexhaust components life.

(Canada)Your motorcycle requires premiumunleaded gasoline whenever possi-ble, with a minimum pump octane rat-ing of 90 ((R+M)/2 method). In someareas, the only fuels that are availableare oxygenated fuels.

NOTE: • The GSX-S1000/A/F/FA engine is

designed to use premiumunleaded gasoline only. Use pre-mium unleaded gasoline under allriding conditions.

• If the engine develops some trou-ble like lack of acceleration orinsufficient power, the cause maybe due to the fuel the motorcycleuses. In such case, try changingthe gas station to another. If thesituation is not improved bychanging, consult your Suzukidealer.

OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION(Canada, EU)Oxygenated fuels which meet theminimum octane requirement and therequirements described below maybe used in your motorcycle withoutjeopardizing the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty or the Emission ControlSystem Warranty.

NOTE: Oxygenated fuels are fuelswhich contain oxygen carrying addi-tives such as MTBE or alcohol.

Gasoline Containing MTBEUnleaded gasoline containing MTBE(Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may beused in your motorcycle if the MTBEcontent is not greater than 15%. Thisoxygenated fuel does not containalcohol.

Gasoline/Ethanol BlendsBlends of unleaded gasoline and eth-anol (grain alcohol), also known as“GASOHOL”, may be used in yourmotorcycle if the ethanol content isnot greater than 10%.

Gasoline/Methanol BlendsFuels containing 5% or less methanol(wood alcohol) may be suitable foruse in your motorcycle if they containco-solvents and corrosion inhibitors.

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DO NOT USE fuels containing morethan 5% methanol under any circum-stances. Fuel system damage ormotorcycle performance problemsresulting from the use of such fuelsare not the responsibility of Suzukiand may not be covered under theNew Vehicle Limited Warranty or theEmission Control System Warranty.

NOTE: • To help minimize air pollution,

Suzuki recommends that you useoxygenated fuels.

• Be sure that any oxygenated fuelyou use has recommendedoctane ratings.

• If you are not satisfied with thedrivability of your motorcyclewhen you are using an oxygen-ated fuel, or if engine pinging isexperienced, substitute anotherbrand as there are differencesbetween brands.

NOTICESpilled gasoline containing alco-hol can damage the painted sur-faces of your motorcycle.

Be careful not to spill any fuelwhen filling the fuel tank. Wipespilled gasoline up immediately.

NOTICEDo not use leaded gasoline.

Use of leaded gasoline causes thecatalytic converter to malfunction.

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ENGINE OILUse Suzuki genuine engine oil orequivalent. If Suzuki genuine engineoil is not available, select a properengine oil according to the followingguideline.Oil quality is a major contributor toyour engine’s performance and life.Always select good quality engine oil.Use oil with an API (American Petro-leum Institute) classification of SG,SH, SJ or SL with a JASO classifica-tion of MA.

API: American Petroleum InstituteJASO: Japanese Automobile Stan-dards Organization

SAE Engine Oil ViscositySuzuki recommends the use of SAE10W-40 engine oil. If SAE 10W-40engine oil is not available, select analternative according to the followingchart.

JASO T903The JASO T903 standard is an indexto select engine oils for 4-strokemotorcycle and ATV engines. Motor-cycle and ATV engines lubricateclutch and transmission gears withengine oil. JASO T903 specifies per-formance requirements for motorcy-cle and ATV clutches andtransmissions.

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

1 Code number of oil sales company2 Oil classification

SAE API JASO

10W-40 SG, SH, SJ or SL MA

ENGINE OIL

TEMP.

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Energy ConservingSuzuki does not recommend the useof “ENERGY CONSERVING” or“RESOURCE CONSERVING” oils.Some engine oils which have an APIclassification of SH, SJ or SL have an“ENERGY CONSERVING” indicationin the API classification donut mark.These oils can affect engine life andclutch performance.

API SG, SH, SJ or SL

Recommended

API SH, SJ or SL

Not recommended

ENGINE COOLANT SOLUTIONUse “SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFECOOLANT” or “SUZUKI LONG LIFECOOLANT”. If “SUZUKI SUPERLONG LIFE COOLANT” and“SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT” arenot available, use a glycol-based anti-freeze compatible with an aluminumradiator mixed with distilled water onlyat the ratio of 50:50.

API SERVICE SJ

SAE10W-40

EN

ERGY CONSERVIN

G

API SERVICE SJ

SAE10W-40

WARNINGEngine coolant is harmful or fatalif swallowed or inhaled. Solutioncan be poisonous to animals.

Do not drink antifreeze or coolantsolution. If swallowed, do notinduce vomiting. Immediately con-tact a poison control center or aphysician. Avoid inhaling mist orhot vapors; if inhaled, remove tofresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,flush eyes with water and seekmedical attention. Wash thor-oughly after handling. Keep out ofthe reach of children and animals.

NOTICESpilled engine coolant can dam-age the painted surfaces of yourmotorcycle.

Be careful not to spill any fluidwhen filling the radiator. Wipespilled engine coolant up immedi-ately.

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Engine coolantEngine coolant performs as a rustinhibitor and water pump lubricant aswell as an anti-freeze solution. There-fore engine coolant should be used atall times even though the atmospherictemperature in your area does not godown to the freezing point.

SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT (Blue)“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOL-ANT” is pre-mixed to the proper ratio.Add only “SUZUKI SUPER LONGLIFE COOLANT” if coolant leveldrops. It is not necessary to dilute“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOL-ANT” when replacing coolant.

SUZUKI LONG LIFE COOLANT (Green)

Water for mixingUse distilled water only. Water otherthan distilled water can corrode andclog the aluminium radiator.

Required amount of water/coolantSolution capacity (total):2800 ml (6.0/5.0 US/Imp. qt)

NOTE: This 50% mixture will protectthe cooling system from freezing attemperatures above –31°C (–24°F). Ifthe motorcycle is to be exposed to tem-perature below –31°C (–24°F), this mix-ing ratio should be increased up to 55%(–40°C/–40°F) or 60% (–55°C/–67°F)coolant. The mixing ratio should notexceed 60% coolant.

50%

Water 1400 ml (3.0/2.5 US/Imp. qt)

Coolant 1400 ml (3.0/2.5 US/Imp. qt)

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

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Previous sections explains howimportant proper break-in is to achiev-ing maximum life and performancefrom your new Suzuki. The followingguidelines explain proper break-inprocedures.

MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEED RECOMMENDATIONThis table shows the maximum rec-ommended engine speed during thebreak-in period.

VARY THE ENGINE SPEEDThe engine speed should be variedand not held at a constant speed.This allows the parts to be “loaded”with pressure, and then unloaded,allowing the parts to cool. This aidsthe mating process of the parts. It isessential that some stress be placedon the engine components duringbreak-in to ensure this mating pro-cess. Do not, though, apply excessiveload on the engine.

BREAKING IN THE NEW TIRESNew tires need proper break-in toassure maximum performance, justas the engine does. Wear in the treadsurface by gradually increasing yourcornering lean angles over the first160 km (100 miles) before attemptingmaximum performance. Avoid hardacceleration, hard cornering, andhard braking for the first 160 km (100miles).

AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEEDOperating the engine at constant lowspeed (light load) can cause parts toglaze and not seat in. Allow theengine to accelerate freely throughthe gears, without exceeding the rec-ommended maximum limits. Do not,however, use full throttle for the first1600 km (1000 miles).

Initial 800 km(500 miles)

Below 5700 rpm

Up to 1600 km(1000 miles)

Below 8600 rpm

Over 1600 km(1000 miles)

Below 11500 rpm

WARNINGFailure to perform break-in of thetires could cause tire slip and lossof control.

Use extra care when riding on newtires. Perform proper break-in ofthe tires as described in this sec-tion and avoid hard acceleration,hard cornering, and hard brakingfor the first 160 km (100 miles).

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ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDINGAllow sufficient idling time after warmor cold engine start up before apply-ing load or revving the engine. Thisallows time for the lubricating oil toreach all critical engine components.

OBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND MOST CRITICAL SERVICEThe initial service (1000 km mainte-nance) is the most important serviceyour motorcycle will receive. Duringbreak-in operation, all of the enginecomponents will have mated togetherand seated. Maintenance required aspart of the initial service includes cor-rection of all adjustments, tighteningof all fasteners and replacement ofdirty oil. Timely performance of thisservice will help make sure you getthe best service life and performancefrom the engine.

NOTE: The 1000 km (600 miles) ser-vice should be performed as outlinedin the INSPECTION AND MAINTE-NANCE section of this Owner’s Man-ual. Pay particular attention to theCAUTION and WARNING messagesin that section.

INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING

WARNINGFailure to inspect your motorcy-cle before riding and to properlymaintain your motorcycleincreases the chances of an acci-dent or equipment damage.

Always inspect your motorcycleeach time you use it to make sureit is in safe operating condition.Refer to the INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE section in thisowner’s manual.

WARNINGIf you operate this motorcycle withimproper tires or improper oruneven tire pressure, you maylose control of the motorcycle.This will increase your risk of anaccident.

Always use tires of the size andtype specified in this owner’smanual. Always maintain propertire pressure as described in theINSPECTION AND MAINTE-NANCE section.

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Before riding the motorcycle, be sureto check the following items. Neverunderestimate the importance ofthese checks. Perform all of thembefore riding the motorcycle.

WARNINGChecking maintenance itemswhen the engine is running can behazardous. You could be severelyinjured if your hands or clothingget caught in moving engineparts.

Shut the engine off when perform-ing maintenance checks, exceptwhen checking the lights, enginestop switch, and throttle.

WHAT TO CHECK CHECK FOR:

Steering • Smoothness• No restriction of movement• No play or looseness

Throttle( 6-30)

• Correct play in the throttle cable

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

Clutch( 6-31)

• Correct lever play• Smooth and progressive

action

Brakes( 2-30, 2-33, 6-38)

• Proper pedal and lever operation

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

• Correct pedal and lever play• No “sponginess”• No fluid leakage• Brake pads not to be worn

down to the limit line

Suspension( 2-38)

Smooth movement

Fuel( 2-18)

Enough fuel for the planned distance of operation

Drive chain( 6-34)

• Correct tension or slack• Adequate lubrication• No excessive wear or

damage

Tires( 6-42)

• Correct pressure• Adequate tread depth• No cracks or cuts

Engine oil( 6-24)

Correct level

Cooling system( 6-32)

• Proper coolant level• No coolant leakage

Lighting( 2-7, 2-10, 2-24)

Operation of all lights and indicators

Horn( 2-25)

Correct function

Engine stop switch( 2-29)

Correct function

Side stand/Ignition interlock system( 6-46)

Proper operation

Windshield(GSX-S1000F/FA)( 8-5)

Good visibility

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RIDING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINE .................................................................................... 5-2STARTING OFF ................................................................................................... 5-3USING THE TRANSMISSION ............................................................................. 5-4RIDING ON HILLS ............................................................................................... 5-5STOPPING AND PARKING ................................................................................ 5-6

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RIDING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINEBefore attempting to start the engine,make sure:• The transmission is in neutral.• The engine stop switch is in the

“” position.

NOTE: When the electric starterswitch is pushed, the starter motorwill continue turning for about 1.5 sec-onds even when you release yourhand from the switch. After elapsingabout 1.5 second, or when the engineis started, the starter motor will stopautomatically.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith an interlock system for the igni-tion 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 theclutch is disengaged.

NOTE: The fuel supply system stopsthe engine when the motorcycle isoverturned. Turn off the ignition switchbefore restarting the engine.

When the Engine is Cold:1. Close the throttle completely and

push the electric starter switch.2. After the engine starts, let the

engine run until the engine suffi-ciently warms up.

When a Cold Engine is Hard to Start:1. Open the throttle approximately 1/8

turn and push the electric starterswitch.

2. After the engine starts, let theengine run until the engine suffi-ciently warms up.

When the Engine is Warm:Close the throttle completely andpush the electric starter switch.

When a Warm Engine is Hard to Start:Open the throttle approximately 1/8turn and push the electric starterswitch.

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STARTING OFFWARNINGExhaust gas contains carbonmonoxide, a dangerous gas that isdifficult to detect because it is col-orless and odorless. Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause deathor severe injury.

Never start the engine or let it runindoors or where there is little orno ventilation.

NOTICERunning the engine too long with-out riding may cause the engine tooverheat. Overheating can resultin damage to internal engine com-ponents and discoloration ofexhaust pipes.

Shut the engine off if you cannotbegin your ride promptly.

WARNINGRiding at excessive speedsincreases your chances of losingcontrol of the motorcycle, whichcan result in an accident.

Always ride at a speed that isproper for the terrain, visibilityand operating conditions, andyour skills and experience.

WARNINGIf you remove even one hand orfoot from the motorcycle, you canreduce your ability to control themotorcycle. This could cause youto lose your balance and fall offthe motorcycle. If you remove afoot from a footrest, your foot orleg may come in contact with therear wheels. This could injure youor cause an accident.

Always keep both hands on thehandlebars and both feet on thefootrests of your motorcycle dur-ing operation.

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After moving the side stand to thefully up position, squeeze the clutchlever and pause momentarily. Engagefirst gear by depressing the gear shiftlever downward. Twist the throttle griptoward you and at the same timerelease the clutch lever gently andsmoothly. As the clutch engages, themotorcycle will start moving forward.To shift to the next higher gear, accel-erate gently, then close the throttleand squeeze the clutch lever simulta-neously. Lift the gear shift leverupward to select the next gear,release the clutch lever and open thethrottle again. Select higher gears inthis manner until top gear is reached.

NOTE: This motorcycle is equippedwith a side stand/ignition interlocksystem. If you shift the transmissioninto gear when the side stand isdown, the engine will stop running.

USING THE TRANSMISSIONThe transmission is provided to keepthe engine operating smoothly in itsnormal operating speed range. Thegear ratios have been carefully cho-sen to meet the characteristics of theengine. The rider should alwaysselect the most suitable gear for theprevailing conditions. Never slip theclutch to control road speed, butrather downshift to allow the engine torun within its normal operationalrange.

(Canada)The table below shows the approxi-mate speed range for each gear.

Shifting up schedule

Shifting down schedule

Disengage the clutch when the motor-cycle speed drops below 20 km/h (12miles/h).

WARNINGSudden side winds, which canoccur when being passed bylarger vehicles, at tunnel exits orin hilly areas, can cause you tolose control of the motorcycle.

Reduce your speed and be alert tothe possibility of sudden sidewinds.

Gear position km/h miles/h

1st → 2nd 20 12

2nd → 3rd 30 19

3rd → 4th 40 25

4th → 5th 50 31

5th → 6th 60 37

Gear position km/h miles/h

6th → 5th 50 31

5th → 4th 40 25

4th → 3rd 30 19

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WARNINGDownshifting when engine speedis too high can:• cause the rear wheel to skid and

lose traction due to increasedengine braking, resulting in anaccident; or

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

Reduce speed before downshift-ing.

WARNINGDownshifting while the motorcy-cle is leaned over in a corner maycause rear wheel skid and loss ofcontrol.

Reduce your speed and downshiftbefore entering a corner.

NOTICERevving the engine into the redzone can cause severe enginedamage.

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

NOTICEImproper gearshift lever opera-tion can damage the transmission.

• Do not rest your foot on thegearshift lever.

• Do not use force to shift gears.

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RIDING ON HILLS• When climbing steep hills, the

motorcycle may begin to slowdown and show lack of power. Atthis point you should shift to alower gear so that the engine willagain be operating in its normalpower range. Shift rapidly to pre-vent the motorcycle from losingmomentum.

• When descending a long, steepslope, use the engine compres-sion to assist the brakes by shift-ing to a lower gear. Continuousbrake application can overheat thebrakes and reduce their effective-ness.

• Be careful, however, not to allowthe engine to over rev.

STOPPING AND PARKINGAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)(GSX-S1000A/FA)This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) designed tohelp prevent wheel lock up duringhard braking or during braking on slip-pery surfaces while riding in a straightline.

The ABS will operate whenever itsenses that the wheels are lockingup. You may feel the brake lever and/or the brake pedal pulsate lightlywhile the ABS is operating.

Even though ABS helps preventwheel lock-up, you must still be care-ful when braking in curves. Hard brak-ing while turning could cause wheelskidding and loss of control, whetheror not your motorcycle is equippedwith ABS. Having ABS does not meanyou can take unnecessary risks. ABSwill not compensate for poor judg-ment, incorrect braking techniques, ornot slowing down over bad roads or inpoor weather conditions.

You must still ride sensibly and alertly.

On regular paved roads, some ridersmay be able to obtain slightly shorterstopping distances with conventionalbrake systems than with ABS.

NOTE: In some situations, a motorcy-cle with ABS may require a longerstopping distance to stop on loose oruneven surfaces than an equivalentmotorcycle without ABS.

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WARNINGInexperienced riders tend tounderutilize the front brake. Thiscan cause excessive stopping dis-tance and lead to a collision.Using only the front or rear brakecan cause skidding and loss ofcontrol.

Apply both brakes evenly and atthe same time.

WARNINGBraking while turning the motor-cycle can be hazardous, whetheror not your motorcycle isequipped with ABS. ABS can notcontrol wheel side-slips that occurwhen you brake hard while turningand the side-slips could causeloss of control.

Slow down sufficiently in astraight line before you begin toturn and avoid other than slightbraking while turning.

WARNINGFailure to use good judgment withABS can be hazardous. ABS can-not make up for bad road condi-tions, bad judgement, or improperoperation of the brakes.

Remember that ABS will not com-pensate for poor judgment, incor-rect braking techniques, or theneed to slow down over bad roadsor in poor weather conditions. Usegood judgment and do not ridefaster than conditions will safelyallow.

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How the ABS Works(GSX-S1000A/FA)ABS works by electronically control-ling braking pressure. A computermonitors wheel rotation speed. If thecomputer detects that a braked wheelhas slowed suddenly, indicating askidding situation, the computer willreduce braking pressure to preventthat wheel from locking up. ABSworks automatically, so you do notneed any special braking technique.Just apply the front and rear brakes,as forcefully as necessary for the situ-ation, without pumping either one. It isnormal for the brake lever/pedal topulsate while the ABS is operating.

Non-recommended tires can affectwheel speed and may confuse thecomputer.

ABS does not work at very low speed,less than about 5 km/h (3 mph), anddoes not work with a discharged bat-tery.

Stopping and Parking1. Twist the throttle grip away from

yourself to close the throttle com-pletely.

2. Apply the front and rear brakesevenly and at the same time.

3. Downshift through the gears asroad speed decreases.

4. Select neutral with the clutch leversqueezed toward the grip (disen-gaged position) when the motor-cycle is almost completelystopped. The neutral position canbe confirmed by observing theneutral indicator light.

WARNINGInexperienced riders tend tounderutilize the front brake. Thiscan cause excessive stopping dis-tance and lead to a collision.Using only the front or rear brakecan cause skidding and loss ofcontrol.

Apply both brakes evenly and atthe same time.

WARNINGHard braking while turning maycause wheel skid and loss of con-trol.

Brake before you begin to turn.

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

NOTE: If the motorcycle is to beparked on the side stand on a slightslope, the front end of the motorcycleshould face “up” the incline to avoidrolling forward off the side stand. Youmay leave the motorcycle in 1st gearto help prevent it from rolling off theside stand. Shift to neutral beforestarting the engine.

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

7. Turn the handlebars all the way tothe left and lock the steering forsecurity.

8. Remove the ignition key.

NOTE: If an optional anti-theft locksuch as a U-shape lock, brake disklock or chain is used to avoid theft, besure to remove the anti-theft lockbefore moving the motorcycle.

WARNINGHard braking on wet, loose, rough,or other slippery surfaces cancause wheel skid and loss of con-trol.

Brake lightly and with care on slip-pery or irregular surfaces.

WARNINGFollowing another vehicle tooclosely can lead to a collision. Asvehicle speeds increase, stop-ping distance increases progres-sively.

Always maintain a safe stoppingdistance between you and thevehicle in front of you.

NOTICEHolding the motorcycle stoppedwith throttle and clutch lever oper-ation on inclines can damage themotorcycle’s clutch.

Use the brakes when stopping themotorcycle on inclines.

CAUTIONA hot muffler can cause severeburns. The muffler will be hotenough to cause burns for sometime after stopping the engine.

Park the motorcycle where pedes-trians or children are not likely totouch the muffler.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............................................................................. 6-2TOOLS ................................................................................................................. 6-6METER PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA) .............. 6-6FAIRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA) ....................... 6-10FUEL TANK LIFT .............................................................................................. 6-15LUBRICATION POINTS .................................................................................... 6-18BATTERY .......................................................................................................... 6-19AIR CLEANER ................................................................................................... 6-21FUEL HOSE ....................................................................................................... 6-24ENGINE OIL ....................................................................................................... 6-24ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ................................................................ 6-29THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ................................................................. 6-30CLUTCH ............................................................................................................. 6-31COOLANT .......................................................................................................... 6-32DRIVE CHAIN .................................................................................................... 6-34BRAKES ............................................................................................................ 6-38TIRES ................................................................................................................. 6-42SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM ............................................... 6-46FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL .............................................................................. 6-47REAR WHEEL REMOVAL ................................................................................ 6-50LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT ......................................................................... 6-52FUSES ............................................................................................................... 6-58HANDLEBAR FITTING ...................................................................................... 6-60CATALYTIC CONVERTER ............................................................................... 6-61

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe chart indicates the intervalsbetween periodic services in miles,kilometers and months. At the end ofeach interval, be sure to inspect,check, lubricate and service asinstructed. If your motorcycle is usedunder high stress conditions such ascontinuous full throttle operation, or isoperated in a dusty climate, certainservices should be performed moreoften to ensure reliability of themachine as explained in the mainte-nance section. Your Suzuki dealercan provide you with further guide-lines. Steering components, suspen-sions and wheel components are keyitems and require very special andcareful servicing. For maximum safetywe suggest that you have these itemsinspected and serviced by yourauthorized Suzuki dealer or a quali-fied service mechanic.

WARNINGImproper maintenance or failureto perform recommended mainte-nance can lead to an accident.

Keep your motorcycle in goodcondition. Ask your Suzuki dealeror a qualified mechanic to performthe maintenance items markedwith an asterisk (*). You may per-form the unmarked maintenanceitems by referring to the instruc-tions in this section, if you havemechanical experience. If you arenot sure how to do any of the jobs,ask your Suzuki dealer to do themaintenance.

WARNINGExhaust gas contains carbonmonoxide, a dangerous gas that isdifficult to detect because it is col-orless and odorless. Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause deathor severe injury.

Never start the engine or let it runindoors or where there is little orno ventilation.

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NOTE: The MAINTENANCE CHARTspecified the minimum requirementsfor maintenance. If you use yourmotorcycle under severe conditions,perform maintenance more often thanshown in the chart. If you have anyquestions regarding maintenanceintervals, consult your Suzuki dealeror a qualified mechanic.

NOTICEServicing electric parts with theignition switch in the “ON” posi-tion can damage the electric partswhen the electric circuit isshorted.

Turn off the ignition switch beforeservicing the electric parts toavoid short-circuit damage.

NOTICEPoorly-made replacement partscan cause your motorcycle towear more quickly and mayshorten its useful life.

When replacing parts on yourvehicle, use only genuine Suzukireplacement parts or their equiva-lent.

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MAINTENANCE CHARTInterval: This interval should be judged by number of months or odometerreading, whichever comes first.

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

Interval months 2 12 24 36 48

km 1000 6000 12000 18000 24000

Item miles 600 4000 7500 11000 14500

Air cleaner element ( 6-21) – I I R I

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

* Exhaust control valve I – I – I

* Valve clearance – – – – I

* Spark plugs – I R I R

Fuel hose ( 6-24) – I I I I

Engine oil ( 6-24) R R R R R

Engine oil filter ( 6-24) R – – R –

Throttle cable play ( 6-30) I I I I I

* PAIR (air supply) system – – I – I

* Throttle valve synchronization – – I – I

* Engine coolant( 6-32)

“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT” (Blue)

Replace every 4 years or 48000 km (29000 miles)

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

– – R – R

Radiator hose ( 6-33) – I I I I

Clutch cable play ( 6-31) – I I I I

Drive chain ( 6-34)I I I I I

Clean and lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

* Brakes ( 6-38) I I I I I

Brake fluid ( 6-38)– I I I I

*Replace every 2 years

Brake hose ( 6-38)– I I I I


Tires ( 6-42) – I I I I

* Steering I – I – I

* Front forks ( 2-38) – – I – I

* Rear suspension ( 2-41) – – I – I

* Chassis bolts and nuts T T T T T

Lubrication ( 6-18) Lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

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For Europe and Oceania countries

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

Interval months 2 12 24 36 48

km 1000 12000 24000 36000 48000

Item miles 600 7500 15000 22500 30000

Air cleaner element ( 6-21) – I I R I

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

* Exhaust control valve I – I – I

* Valve clearance Inspect every 24000 km (15000 miles)

* Spark plugs – R R R R

Fuel hose ( 6-24) – I I I I

Engine oil ( 6-24) R R R R R

Engine oil filter ( 6-24) R – R – R

Throttle cable play ( 6-30) I I I I I

* PAIR (air supply) system – – I – I

* Throttle valve synchronization – I I I I

* Engine coolant( 6-32)

“SUZUKI SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT” (Blue)

– – – – R

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

– – R – R

Radiator hose ( 6-33) – I I I I

Clutch cable play ( 6-31) – I I I I

Drive chain ( 6-34)I I I I I

Clean and lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

* Brakes ( 6-38) I I I I I

Brake fluid ( 6-38) Inspect every year or 6000 km (4000 miles)* Replace every 2 years

Brake hose ( 6-38)– I I I I


Tires ( 6-42) – I I I I

* Steering I I I I I

* Front forks ( 2-38) – I I I I

* Rear suspension ( 2-41) – I I I I

* Chassis bolts and nuts T T T T T

Lubrication ( 6-18) Lubricate every 1000 km (600 miles)

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TOOLS

A tool kit is supplied and locatedunder the rear seat.

METER PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA)

REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

2. Remove the fastener 1, bolt 2and bolt 3 of the right and leftmeter panels.

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3. Place a cloth between the meterpanel and the fuel tank to preventdamage to the fuel tank.

4. Remove the meter panel startingfrom the rear end portion. Lightlypress the fairing toward the out-side of the motorcycle (in thedirection of the arrow), and lift themating surface on the rear end ofthe meter panel above the fairing.Disengage the hook (marked witha dotted circle) on the side of themeter panel.

NOTICEWhen removing the meter panel,the bolt mounting part on the rearend may cause damage to the fueltank and fairing.

When removing the meter panel,use a cloth to prevent scratches,and carefully remove the panelusing the following procedure.

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5. Pull out the meter panel towardthe rear end of the motorcycle (inthe direction of the arrow). Indoing so, the hooks (marked witha dotted circle) also come off.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the meter panel startingfrom the front end portion. Lightlyinsert the front end of the meterpanel into the central end face ofthe fairing (place marked with acircle) as shown in the illustration.

2. As the outer side of the front endof the meter panel bulges, lightlyinsert the place marked with a cir-cle as well while aligning it withthe hooks.

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3. Push the front end of the meterpanel in the direction of the arrow.

4. Fit the hooks (marked with a dot-ted circle) on the side of the meterpanel.

5. Lightly press the fairing towardoutside of the motorcycle (in thedirection of the arrow), and insertthe mating surface on the rear endof the meter panel under the fair-ing. Check that the hooks on theouter side of the meter panel aresecurely engaged.

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6. Tighten the fastener 1 and bolt 2on the front end of the meterpanel, and tighten the bolt 3 onthe rear end of the meter panel inthe numbered order.

NOTE: When tightening the bolt 3 onthe rear end of the meter panel, themating condition around the meterpanel can be improved by performingthe work while pushing the bottom ofthe meter panel and the end face ofthe fairing (place marked with a circle)in the direction of the arrow so thatthey are aligned.

FAIRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA)

REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

2. Remove the right and left fairingbolts and inner fairing fasteners.

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3. Remove the under fairing fas-tener. Unhook the hooks locatedat the lower part of the left-sidefairing.

4. Remove the right and left meterpanels by referring to the METERPANEL REMOVAL AND INSTAL-LATION section.

Right

Left

5. Disengage the turn signal andmeter wire harnesses from theclamp. Disconnect the right andleft turn signal connectors and theright side meter coupler.

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6. Remove the bolts, screws, andfasteners on the inner side of theright and left fairings.

7. Remove the right and left fairingsone by one. Unhook the hook onthe inner side of the fairing.

8. Unhook the hook, which is fixedon the radiator, from the bottomside of the fairing, and carefullypull out the fairing.

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INSTALLATION

1. Align the top part 1 of the fairing(Removal procedure 6. ScrewSection).

NOTE: Be careful not to allow theinner side of the fairing to touch theradiator or frame. Otherwise, thecushion on the inner side may comeoff.

2. Move the fairing forward using thetop part 1 of the fairing as a rota-tional axis, and fit the headlighttightening seating surface 2 intothe notch on the inner side of thefairing.

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3. Lightly press the fairing toward theinner side of the motorcycle, andslide it backward to insert it intothe radiator hook 3.

NOTE: When the insertion of the radi-ator hook 3 is completed, the innerside of the fairing (Removal proce-dure 6. Bolt Tightening Section) canbe aligned.

4. After completing the insertion ofthe radiator hook 3, fix the fairingin the reverse order of the removalprocedure.

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FUEL TANK LIFT1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.2. Remove the seat by referring to

the SEAT LOCK AND HELMETHOLDERS section.

3. The right and left side frame cov-ers have fasteners behind thecover at the places marked withrectangles. Pull up the side framecovers 1 to unfasten the fasten-ers. The side frame covers havehooks behind the places markedwith circles. Move the side framecover 1 backward to slip off thehook.

(GSX-S1000/A)

4. Remove the right and left boltsand fasteners.

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(GSX-S1000/A)

5. Unhook the hooks and remove theright and left frame body covers 2by sliding the covers forward.

(GSX-S1000F/FA)Remove the meter panel and fair-ings by referring to the METERPANEL REMOVAL AND INSTAL-LATION, FAIRING REMOVALAND INSTALLATION section.

6. Remove the right and left boltsand fasteners. Pull up the fueltank upper cover 3.

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7. Unhook the hooks and remove thefuel tank lower cover assembly 4.

8. Remove the fuel tank fitting bolts.

9. Lift the front end of the fuel tankand prop it up as shown above.Put the circle end of the prop stayon to the steering stem nut.

NOTE: A prop stay is available at yourSuzuki dealer. The prop stay partnumber is 44560-23H00.

WARNINGIf you lift up the fuel tank when itis full, fuel can seep out from thefuel tank cap, creating a fire haz-ard.

Reduce the fuel level to less than1/4 full before lifting up the fueltank. The fuel indicator on theinstrument panel will blink orremain lit when the fuel level isless than 1/4 full.

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LUBRICATION POINTSProper lubrication is important forsmooth operation and long life ofeach working part of your motorcycleand also for safe riding. It is a goodpractice to lubricate the motorcycleafter a long rough ride and after get-ting it wet it in the rain or after wash-ing it. Major lubrication points areindicated below.

.... Grease.... Drive chain lubricant

1 .... Clutch lever pivot2 .... Side stand pivot and

spring hook3 .... Gearshift lever pivot and

footrest pivot4 .... Drive chain5 .... Brake lever pivot6 .... Brake pedal pivot and

footrest pivot

NOTICELubricating electrical switchescan damage the switches.

Do not apply grease and oil toelectrical switches.

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BATTERYThe battery is a sealed type batteryand requires no maintenance. Haveyour dealer check the battery’s stateof charge periodically.

The standard charging rate is 1.2A ×5 to 10 hours and the maximum rateis 5.0A × 1 hour. Never exceed themaximum charging rate.

WARNINGBattery posts, terminals, andrelated accessories contain leadand lead compounds. Lead isharmful to your health if it getsinto your blood stream.

Wash hands after handling anyparts containing lead.

WARNINGDiluted sulfuric acid from the bat-tery can cause blindness orsevere burns.

When working near the battery,use proper eye protection andgloves. Flush eyes or body withample water and get medical careimmediately if you suffer injury.Keep batteries out of reach of chil-dren.

WARNINGBatteries produce flammablehydrogen gas which can explodeif exposed to flames or sparks.

Keep flames and sparks awayfrom the battery. Never smokewhen working near the battery.

NOTICEExceeding the maximum chargingrate for the battery can shorten itslife.

Never exceed the maximum charg-ing rate for the battery.

WARNINGWiping the battery with a dry clothcan cause a static electricityspark, which can start a fire.

Wipe the battery with a damp clothto avoid static electricity build up.

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BATTERY REMOVALTo remove the battery, follow the pro-cedure below:1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.2. Remove the front seat by referring

to the SEAT LOCK AND HELMETHOLDERS section.

3. Disconnect the negative (–) termi-nal 1.

4. Remove the cap. Disconnect thepositive (+) terminal 2.

5. Remove the band 3.6. Remove the battery 4.

To install the battery:1. Install the battery in the reverse

order of removal.2. Connect the battery terminals

securely. NOTE: • Select the same type MF battery

when replacing the battery.• Recharge the battery once a

month if the motorcycle is notused for a long time.

NOTICEReversing the battery lead wirescan damage the charging systemand the battery.

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

WARNINGBatteries contain toxic sub-stances including sulfuric acidand lead. They could cause injuryto humans or could damage theenvironment.

A used battery must be disposedof or recycled according to locallaw and must not be discardedwith ordinary household waste.Make sure not to tip over the bat-tery when you remove it from thevehicle. Otherwise, sulfuric acidcould run out and you might beinjured.

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The crossed-out wheeled bin symbolA located on the battery label indi-cates that a used battery should becollected separately from ordinaryhousehold waste.The chemical symbol of “Pb” B indi-cates the battery contains more than0.004% lead.

By ensuring the used battery is dis-posed of or recycled correctly, you willhelp prevent potential negative conse-quences for the environment andhuman health, which could otherwisebe caused by inappropriate wastehandling of the battery. The recyclingof materials will help to conserve nat-ural resources. For more detailedinformation about disposing or recy-cling of the used battery, consult yourSuzuki dealer.

AIR CLEANERIf the elements have become cloggedwith dust, intake resistance willincrease with a resultant decrease inpower output and an increase in fuelconsumption. If you use your motor-cycle under normal low-stress condi-tions, you should service the aircleaner at the intervals specified. Ifyou ride in dusty, wet or muddy condi-tions, you will need to inspect the aircleaner element much more fre-quently. Use the following procedureto remove the element and inspect it.

Pb

WARNINGOperating the engine without theair cleaner element in place can behazardous. A flame can spit backfrom the engine to the air intakebox without the air cleaner ele-ment to stop it. Severe enginedamage can also occur if dirtenters the engine due to runningthe engine without the air cleanerelement.

Never run the engine without theair cleaner element in place.

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REMOVAL1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to the

FUEL TANK LIFT section.

2. Remove the band. Remove theECM 1 from the air cleaner cap.

3. Remove the air cleaner cap plug2. Remove the 11 screws.Remove the air cleaner cap 3.

4. Remove the air cleaner element4.

NOTICEFailure to inspect the air cleanerelement frequently if the vehicle isused in dusty, wet, or muddy con-ditions can damage your motorcy-cle. The air cleaner element canbecome clogged under these con-ditions, and engine damage mayresult.

Always inspect the air cleaner ele-ment after riding in severe condi-tions. Replace the element asnecessary. If water gets in the aircleaner case, immediately cleanthe element and the inside of thecase.

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INSPECTION

Inspect the air cleaner element condi-tion. Replace the air cleaner elementperiodically.

Remove the plug and drain water andoil at the periodic maintenance inter-val. The air cleaner drain plug islocated beneath the air cleaner box.

INSTALLATIONReinstall the inspected element ornew one in reverse order of removal.Be absolutely sure that the element issecurely in position and is sealingproperly.

NOTE: Be careful not to spray wateron the air cleaner box when cleaningthe motorcycle.

Reinstall the fuel tank.

NOTE: Check that the fuel tank drainhose and breather hose are not bentbefore reinstalling the fuel tank.

NOTICECompressed air can damage theair cleaner element.

Do not blow the air cleaner ele-ment with compressed air.

NOTICEA torn air cleaner element willallow dirt to enter the engine andcan damage the engine.

Replace the air cleaner elementwith a new one if it is torn. Care-fully examine the air cleaner ele-ment for tears during cleaning.

NOTICEFailure to position the air cleanerelement properly can allow dirt tobypass the air cleaner element.This will cause engine damage.

Be sure to properly install the aircleaner element.

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FUEL HOSE

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

NOTE: Be sure to check the fuelpump lead wire when reconnectingthe fuel hose after disconnecting it.

ENGINE OILLong engine life depends much onthe selection of a quality oil and theperiodic changing of the oil. Daily oillevel checks and periodic changesare two of the most important mainte-nance items to be performed.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECKFollow the procedure below to inspectthe engine oil level.1. Place the motorcycle on level

ground on the side stand.2. Start the engine and run it for

three minutes.3. Stop the engine and wait three

minutes.

4. Hold the motorcycle vertically andinspect the engine oil levelthrough the engine oil levelinspection window on the rightside of the engine.

F

L

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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGEChange the engine oil and oil filter atthe scheduled time. The oil should bechanged when the engine is warm sothat the oil will drain thoroughly fromthe engine. The procedure is as fol-lows:1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

(GSX-S1000/A)

2. Remove the right and left bolts.Remove the under cowlings 1.

(GSX-S1000F/FA)Remove the meter panel and fair-ings by referring to the METERPANEL REMOVAL AND INSTAL-LATION, FAIRING REMOVALAND INSTALLATION section.

NOTICEOperating the motorcycle with toolittle or too much oil can damagethe engine.

Place the motorcycle on levelground. Check the oil level withthe engine oil inspection windowbefore each use of the vehicle. Besure the engine oil level is alwaysabove the “L” (low) line and nothigher than the “F” (full) line.

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3. Remove the oil filler cap 2.

4. Remove the drain plug 3 andgasket 4 from the bottom of theengine and drain the engine oilinto a drain pan.

NOTE: Recycle or properly dispose ofused oil.

Available from Suzuki dealerOil filter wrench (Part No. 09915-40620)

CAUTIONHot engine oil and exhaust pipescan burn you.

Wait until the oil drain plug andexhaust pipes are cool enough totouch with bare hands beforedraining oil.

WARNINGChildren and pets may be harmedby swallowing new or used oil.Repeated, prolonged contact withused engine oil may cause skincancer. Brief contact with oil mayirritate skin.

Keep new and used oil and usedoil filters away from children andpets. To minimize your exposureto used oil, wear a long-sleeveshirt and moisture-proof gloves(such as dishwashing gloves)when changing oil. If oil contactsyour skin, wash thoroughly withsoap and water. Launder anyclothing or rags if wet with oil.Recycle or properly dispose ofused oil and filters.

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5. Turn the oil filter 5 counterclock-wise and remove it with a Suzuki“cap type” oil filter wrench or a“strap type” filter wrench of theproper size.

6. Wipe off the mounting surface 6on the engine where the new filterwill be seated with a clean rag.

7. Smear a little engine oil aroundthe rubber gasket 7 of the new oilfilter.

8. Screw the new filter by hand untilthe filter gasket contacts themounting surface (a small resis-tance will be felt).

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

NOTICEFailure to use an oil filter with thecorrect design and thread specifi-cations can damage your motor-cycle’s engine.

Be sure to use a genuine Suzukioil filter or an equivalent onedesigned for your motorcycle.

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9. Mark the top dead center positionon the “cap type” filter wrench oron the oil filter. Use an oil filterwrench to tighten the filter 2 turnsor to specified torque.

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

10. Replace the drain plug gasket witha new one. Reinstall the drain plugand gasket. Tighten the plugsecurely with a torque wrench.Pour 3200 ml (3.4/2.8 US/Imp. qt)of new engine oil through the fillerhole and install the filler cap. Besure to always use the specifiedengine oil described in the FUEL,ENGINE OIL AND COOLANTRECOMMENDATIONS section.

Drain plug tightening torque:23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lbf-ft)

NOTE: About 2800 ml (3.0/2.5 US/lmp. qt) of oil will be required whenchanging oil only.

Mark top dead center

Oil filter wrench

In the position at which the filtergasket first contactsthe mountingsurface.

Tighten the filter 2 turns or to specified torque.

NOTICEEngine damage may occur if youuse oil that does not meetSuzuki’s specifications.

Be sure to use the oil specified inthe FUEL, ENGINE OIL ANDCOOLANT RECOMMENDATIONSsection.

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11. Start the engine (while the motor-cycle is outside on level ground)and allow it to idle for three min-utes.

12. Turn the engine off and waitapproximately three minutes.Recheck the oil level on theengine oil inspection window whileholding the motorcycle vertically. Ifit is lower than the “L” mark, addoil until the oil level is between “L”mark and “F” mark. Inspect thearea around the drain plug and oilfilter for leaks.

NOTE: If you do not have a proper oilfilter wrench, have your Suzuki dealerperform this service.

ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTIONInspect the engine idle speed. Theengine idle speed should be 1050 –1250 r/min when the engine is warm.

NOTE: If the engine idle speed is notwithin the specified range, ask yourSuzuki dealer or a qualified mechanicto inspect and repair the motorcycle.

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THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT

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 a boots. Checkthat the boots are fit securely. Do notapply water directly to the boots whenwashing. Wipe off dirt from the bootswith a wet cloth when the boots aredirty.

WARNINGInadequate throttle cable play cancause engine speed to rise sud-denly when you turn the handle-bars. This can lead to loss ofcontrol and an accident.

Adjust the throttle cable play sothat engine idle speed does notrise due to handlebar movement.

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CLUTCH

10 – 15 mm(0.4 – 0.6 in)

At each maintenance interval, adjustthe clutch cable play with the clutchcable adjuster. The cable play shouldbe 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) as mea-sured at the clutch lever end beforethe clutch begins to disengage. If youfind that the amount of clutch cableplay is incorrect, adjust it in the follow-ing way:

1. Turn the clutch lever adjuster 1clockwise as far as it will go.

2. Loosen the cable adjuster lock nut2, and turn the cable adjuster 3to obtain approximately 10 – 15mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) of free play atthe clutch lever end as indicated.

3. Minor adjustment can now bemade with the adjuster 1.

4. Tighten the lock nut 2 after finish-ing adjustment.

NOTE: Any maintenance of the clutchother than the clutch cable playshould be performed by your Suzukidealer.

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COOLANTCOOLANT LEVEL

(GSX-S1000/A)

(GSX-S1000F/FA)

The coolant should be kept betweenthe “F” (FULL) and “L” (LOW) levellines in the reservoir tank at all times.Inspect the level every time beforeriding with the motorcycle held verti-cally. If the coolant is found lower thanthe “L” level line, add specified enginecoolant in the following way:

NOTE: • Check the coolant level when the

engine is cold.• If the engine coolant reservoir is

empty, check the radiator coolantlevel.

(GSX-S1000/A)

(GSX-S1000F/FA)

FL

FL

HOSE

LLC

HOSE

LLC

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(GSX-S1000F/FA)Remove the meter panel and fairingsby referring to the METER PANELREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION,FAIRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLA-TION section.

Remove the filler cap and add speci-fied engine coolant through the fillerhole until it reaches the “F” line. Referto the FUEL, ENGINE OIL ANDCOOLANT RECOMMENDATIONSsection.

NOTE: When installing the filler cap,face the triangle mark to the reservoirtank hose side.

NOTE: Adding only water will dilutethe engine coolant and reduce itseffectiveness. Add specified enginecoolant.

CHANGING THE COOLANTChange the coolant periodically.

NOTE: About 2800 ml (6.0/5.0 US/Imp. qt) of coolant will required whenfilling the radiator and reservoir tank.

RADIATOR HOSE INSPECTIONInspect the radiator hoses for cracks,damage or engine coolant leakage. Ifany defects are found, ask yourSuzuki dealer to replace the radiatorhose with a new one.

WARNINGEngine coolant is harmful or fatalif swallowed or inhaled. Solutioncan be poisonous to animals.

Do not drink antifreeze or coolantsolution. If swallowed, do notinduce vomiting. Immediately con-tact a poison control center or aphysician. Avoid inhaling mist orhot vapors; if inhaled, remove tofresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,flush eyes with water and seekmedical attention. Wash thor-oughly after handling. Keep out ofthe reach of children and animals.

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DRIVE CHAINThis motorcycle has a master linktype drive chain. We recommend thatyou take your motorcycle to an autho-rized Suzuki dealer or a qualifiedmechanic if the drive chain needs tobe replaced.

The condition and adjustment of thedrive chain should be checked eachday before you ride. Always follow theguidelines for inspecting and servic-ing the chain.

Inspecting the Drive ChainWhen inspecting the chain, look forthe following:• Loose pins• Damaged rollers• Dry or rusted links• Kinked or binding links• Excessive wear• Improper chain adjustment

If you find anything wrong with thedrive chain condition or adjustment,correct the problem if you know how.If necessary, consult your authorizedSuzuki dealer or a qualifiedmechanic.

Damage to the drive chain meansthat the sprockets may also be dam-aged. Inspect the sprockets for thefollowing:• Excessively worn teeth• Broken or damaged teeth• Loose sprocket mounting nuts

WARNINGRiding with the chain in poor con-dition or improperly adjusted canlead to an accident.

Inspect, adjust, and maintain thechain properly before each ride,according to the instructions inthis section.

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If you find any of these problems withyour sprocket, consult your Suzukidealer or a qualified mechanic.

Good Worn

NOTE: The two sprockets should beinspected for wear when a new chainis installed and replace them if neces-sary.

DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING AND OILING1. Remove dirt and dust from the

drive chain. Be careful not to dam-age the seal ring.

2. Clean the drive chain with asealed drive chain cleaner, orwater and neutral detergent.

3. Use a soft brush to clean the drivechain. Be careful not to damagethe seal ring even though using asoft brush.

4. Wipe off water and neutral deter-gent.

5. Lubricate with a motorcyclesealed drive chain lubricant orhigh viscosity oil (#80 – 90).

WARNINGImproperly installing a replace-ment chain, or using a joint-cliptype chain, can be hazardous. Anincompletely riveted master link,or a joint-clip type master link,may come apart and cause anaccident or severe engine dam-age.

Do not use a joint-clip type chain.Chain replacement requires a spe-cial riveting tool and a high-qual-ity, non-joint-clip type chain. Askan authorized Suzuki dealer or aqualified mechanic to perform thiswork.

NOTICECleaning the drive chain improp-erly can damage seal rings andruin the drive chain.

• Do not use a volatile solventsuch as paint thinner, keroseneand gasoline.

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

• Do not use a wire brush to cleanthe drive chain.

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6. Lubricate both front and backplates of the drive chain.

7. Wipe off excess lubricant afterlubricating all around the drivechain.

DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENTAdjust the drive chain slack to theproper specification. The chain mayrequire more frequent adjustmentsthan indicated in the periodic mainte-nance schedule depending upon yourriding conditions.

NOTICESome drive chain lubricant con-tains solvents and additives whichcould damage the seal rings in thedrive chain.

Use sealed drive chain lubricantwhich is specifically intended foruse with sealed drive chains.

WARNINGToo much chain slack can causethe chain to come off the sprock-ets, resulting in an accident orserious damage to the motorcycle.

Inspect and adjust the drive chainslack before each use.

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To adjust the drive chain, follow theprocedure below:

1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand.

2. Loosen the axle nut 1.3. Loosen the right and left lock nuts

2.

20 – 30 mm(0.8 – 1.2 in)

4. Adjust the drive chain slack byturning the right and left chainadjuster bolts 3. At the same timethat the chain is being adjusted,the rear sprocket must be kept inperfect alignment with the frontsprocket. To assist you in perform-ing this procedure, there are refer-ence marks 4 on the swingarmand each chain adjuster which areto be aligned with each other andto be used as a reference fromone side to the other.

5. Tighten the right and left lock nuts2.

6. Tighten the axle nut 1 securely.7. Recheck the chain slack after

tightening and readjust if neces-sary.

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

NOTE: Do not adjust the drive chainbeyond the adjustable range 4.Replace the drive chain before thedrive chain exceeds the limit.

CAUTIONA hot muffler can burn you. Themuffler will be hot enough to burnyou for some time after stoppingthe engine.

Wait until the muffler cools beforeadjusting the drive chain.

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BRAKESThis motorcycle utilizes front and reardisk brakes. Proper operation ofbrake systems are vital to safe riding.Be sure to perform the brake inspec-tion as scheduled.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Inspect your brake system for the fol-lowing items daily:• Inspect the fluid level in the reser-

voirs.• Inspect the front and rear brake

system for signs of fluid leakage.• Inspect the brake hose for leak-

age or a cracked appearance.• The brake lever and pedal should

have the proper stroke and be firmat all times.

• Check the wear of the disk brakepads.

BRAKE HOSE INSPECTIONInspect the brake hoses and hosejoints for cracks, damage or brakefluid leakage. If any defects are found,ask your Suzuki dealer to replace thebrake hose with a new one.

BRAKE FLUID

FRONT

REAR

Check the brake fluid level in both thefront and rear brake fluid reservoirs. Ifthe level in either reservoir is belowthe lower mark, inspect for brake padwear and leaks.

WARNINGFailure to properly inspect andmaintain your motorcycle’s brakesystems can increase your chanceof having an accident.

Be sure to inspect the brakesbefore each use according to theINSPECTION BEFORE RIDINGsection. Always maintain yourbrakes according to the MAINTE-NANCE SCHEDULE.

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WARNINGBrake fluid will gradually absorbmoisture through the brake hoses.Brake fluid with high water con-tent lowers the boiling point andcan cause brake system (includ-ing ABS) malfunction due to cor-rosion of brake components.Boiling brake fluid or brake sys-tem (including ABS) malfunctioncould result in an accident.

Replace the brake fluid every twoyears to maintain braking perfor-mance.

WARNINGThe use of any fluid except DOT4brake fluid from a sealed con-tainer can damage the brake sys-tem and lead to an accident.

Clean filler cap before removing.Use only DOT4 brake fluid from asealed container. Never use or mixwith different types of brake fluid.

WARNINGBrake fluid is harmful or fatal ifswallowed, and harmful if it comesin contact with skin or eyes. Solu-tion can be poisonous to animals.

If brake fluid is swallowed, do notinduce vomiting. Immediately con-tact a poison control center or aphysician. If brake fluid gets ineyes, flush eyes with water andseek medical attention. Wash thor-oughly after handling. Keep out ofthe reach of children and animals.

NOTICESpilled brake fluid can damagepainted surfaces and plastic parts.

Be careful not to spill any fluidwhen filling the brake fluid reser-voir. Wipe spilled fluid up immedi-ately.

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BRAKE PAD

FRONT

REAR

Inspect the front and rear brake padsby noting whether or not the frictionpads are worn down to the groovedwear limit line 1. If a front or rear padis worn to the grooved wear limit line,both front or both rear pads must bereplaced with new ones by yourauthorized Suzuki dealer or a quali-fied service mechanic.

NOTE: Do not squeeze/depress thebrake lever/pedal when the pads arenot in their positions. It is difficult topush the pistons back and brake fluidleakage may result.

WARNINGFailure to inspect and maintain thebrake pads and replace themwhen recommended can increaseyour chance of having an acci-dent.

If you need to replace brake pads,have your Suzuki dealer do thiswork. Inspect and maintain thebrake pads as recommended.

WARNINGIf you ride this motorcycle afterbrake system repair or brake padreplacement without pumping thebrake lever/pedal, you may getpoor braking performance whichcould result in an accident.

After brake system repair or brakepad replacement, pump the brakelever/pedal several times untilbrake pads are pressed againstthe brake disks and proper lever/pedal stroke and firm feel arerestored.

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REAR BRAKE PEDAL POSITIONThe rear brake pedal position must beproperly adjusted at all times or thedisk brake pads will rub against thedisk causing damage to the pads andto the disk surface.

50 – 60 mm(2.0 – 2.4 in)

Check that the rear brake pedal is 50– 60 mm (2.0 – 2.4 in) below the topface of the footrest.

NOTE: If the rear brake pedal positionis incorrect, ask your Suzuki dealer toadjust the brake pedal positionbecause this adjustment requirestightening torque control.

WARNINGReplacing only one of the twobrake pads can result in unevenbraking action and can increaseyour chance of having an acci-dent.

Always replace both padstogether.

NOTICEAn incorrectly adjusted brakepedal may force brake pads tocontinuously rub against the disk,causing damage to the pads anddisk.

Follow the steps in this section toadjust the brake pedal properly.

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REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH

To adjust the brake light switch, holdthe switch body and turn the adjusterso that the brake light will come onjust before a pressure rise is felt whenthe brake pedal is depressed.

TIRES

WARNINGThe tires on your motorcycle formthe crucial link between yourmotorcycle and the road. Failureto take the precautions below mayresult in an accident due to tirefailure.

• Check tire condition and pres-sure before each ride, andadjust pressure if necessary.

• Avoid overloading your motor-cycle.

• Replace a tire when worn to thespecified limit, or if you finddamage such as cuts or cracks.

• Always use the size and type oftires specified in this owner’smanual.

• Balance the wheel after tireinstallation.

• Read this section of the owner’smanual carefully.

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TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADINGProper tire pressure and proper tireloading are important factors. Over-loading your tires can lead to tire fail-ure and loss of vehicle control.

Check tire pressure each day beforeyou ride, and be sure the pressure iscorrect for the vehicle load accordingto the table below. Tire pressureshould only be checked and adjustedbefore riding, since riding will heat upthe tires and lead to higher inflationpressure readings.

Under-inflated tires make smooth cor-nering difficult, and can result in rapidtire wear. Over-inflated tires cause asmaller amount of tire to be in contactwith the road, which can contribute toskidding and loss of control.

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

NOTE: When you detect drops in tirepressure, check the tire for nails orother punctures, or a damaged wheelrim. Tubeless tires sometimes losepressure gradually when punctured.

WARNINGFailure to perform break-in of thetires could cause tire slip and lossof control, which could result in anaccident.

Use extra care when riding on newtires. Perform proper break-in ofthe tires referring to the BREAK-INsection of this manual and avoidhard acceleration, hard cornering,and hard braking for the first 160km (100 miles).

LOAD

TIRESOLO RIDING DUAL RIDING

FRONT250 kPa

2.50 kgf/cm2 36 psi

250 kPa 2.50 kgf/cm2

36 psi

REAR290 kPa

2.90 kgf/cm2 42 psi

290 kPa 2.90 kgf/cm2

42 psi

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TIRE CONDITION AND TYPEProper tire condition and proper tiretype affect vehicle performance. Cutsor cracks in the tires can lead to tirefailure and loss of vehicle control.Worn tires are susceptible to puncturefailures and subsequent loss of vehi-cle control. Tire wear also affects thetire profile, changing vehicle handlingcharacteristics.

Check the condition of your tires eachday before you ride. Replace tires iftires show visual evidence of damage,such as cracks or cuts, or if treaddepth is less than 1.6 mm (0.06 in)front, 2.0 mm (0.08 in) rear.

NOTE: These wear limits will bereached before the wear bars moldedinto the tire make contact with theroad.

NOTE: The “ ” mark indicates theplace where the wear bars aremolded into the tire. When the wearbars contact the road, it indicates thatthe tire wear limit has been reached.

When you replace a tire, be sure toreplace it with a tire of the size andtype listed below. If you use a differentsize or type of tire, vehicle handlingmay be adversely affected, possiblyresulting in loss of vehicle control.

Be sure to balance the wheel afterrepairing a puncture or replacing thetire. Proper wheel balance is impor-tant to avoid variable wheel-to-roadcontact, and to avoid uneven tirewear.

FRONT REAR

SIZE 120/70ZR17M/C(58W)

190/50ZR17M/C(73W)

TYPE DUNLOPD214F M

DUNLOPD214 M

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WARNINGAn improperly repaired, installed,or balanced tire can cause loss ofcontrol and an accident, or canwear out sooner.

• Ask your Suzuki dealer or aqualified mechanic to performtire repair, replacement, and bal-ancing because proper toolsand experience are required.

• Install tires according to therotation direction shown byarrows on the sidewall of eachtire.

WARNINGFailure to follow the instructionsbelow for tubeless tires may resultin an accident due to tire failure.Tubeless tires require differentservice procedures than tubetires.

• Tubeless tires require an air-tight seal between the tire beadand wheel rim. Special tire ironsand rim protectors or a special-ized tire mounting machinemust be used for removing andinstalling tires to prevent tire orrim damage which could resultin an air leak.

• Repair punctures in tubelesstires by removing the tire andapplying an internal patch.

• Do not use an external repairplug to repair a puncture sincethe plug may work loose as aresult of the cornering forcesexperienced by a motorcycletire.

• After repairing a tire, do notexceed 80 km/h (50 mph) for thefirst 24 hours, and do notexceed 130 km/h (80 mph) there-after. This is to avoid excessiveheat build-up which could resultin a tire repair failure and tiredeflation.

• Replace the tire if it is puncturedin the sidewall area, or if a punc-ture in the tread area is largerthan 6 mm (3/16 in). These punc-tures cannot be repaired ade-quately.

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SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Check the side stand/ignition interlocksystem for proper operation as fol-lows:1. Sit on the motorcycle in the nor-

mal riding position, with the sidestand up.

2. Shift into first gear, hold the clutchin, and start the engine.

3. While continuing to hold the clutchin, move the side stand to thedown position.

If the engine stops running when theside stand is moved to the down posi-tion, then the side stand/ignition inter-lock system is working properly. If theengine continues to run with the sidestand down and the transmission ingear, then the side stand/ignitioninterlock system is not working prop-erly. Have your motorcycle inspectedby an authorized Suzuki dealer or aqualified service mechanic.

WARNINGIf the side stand/ignition interlocksystem is not working properly, itis possible to ride the motorcyclewith the side stand in the downposition. This may interfere withrider control during a left turn andcould cause an accident.

Check the side stand/ignitioninterlock system for proper opera-tion before riding. Check that theside stand is returned to its full upposition before starting off.

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FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL1. Place the motorcycle on the side

stand.

2. Remove the front wheel speedsensor by removing the mountingbolt.

3. Remove both brake calipers fromthe front forks by removing 2mounting bolts 1 on each of thecalipers.

NOTE: Never squeeze the front brakelever with the caliper removed. It isvery difficult to force the pads backinto the caliper assembly and brakefluid leakage may result.

4. Remove the nut 2.5. Loosen the axle holder bolts 3.

6. Loosen the axle holder bolts 4.7. Place an accessory service stand

or equivalent under the swingarmto help stabilize the rear end.

8. Carefully position a jack under theexhaust pipe and raise until thefront wheel is slightly off theground.

NOTICEImproper jacking may cause dam-age to the fairing or oil filter.

Do not place the jack under thelower part of the fairing or the oilfilter when jacking up the motorcy-cle.

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9. Draw out the axle shaft.

10. Slide the front wheel forward.11. Put the new wheel in place and

insert the axle shaft.12. Remove the jack and service

stand.

13. Hold the shaft and tighten the bolt5 to the specified torque.

14. Tighten the axle holder bolts 6 tothe specified torque.

15. Move the steering up and downseveral times to seat the axleshaft.

16. Tighten the axle holder bolts 7 tothe specified torque.

17. Reinstall the brake calipers.18. After installing the wheel, apply

the brake several times to restorethe proper lever stroke.

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

Front axle holder bolt tightening torque:23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lbf-ft)

Front brake caliper mounting bolt tightening torque:39 N·m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.0 lbf-ft)

WARNINGFailure to extend brake pads afterinstalling the wheel can causepoor braking performance andmay result in an accident.

Before riding, “pump” the brakelever repeatedly until the brakepads are pressed against thebrake disks and proper leverstroke and firm feel are restored.Also check that the wheel rotatesfreely.

WARNINGInstalling the front wheel in thereverse direction can be hazard-ous. The tire for this motorcycle isdirectional. Therefore, the motor-cycle may have unusual handlingif the wheel is installed incorrectly.

Install the front wheel so that thetire rotates in the specified direc-tion, as indicated by the arrow onthe sidewall of the tire.

WARNINGIf the bolts and nuts are not prop-erly tightened, the wheel cancome off, causing an accident.

Be sure to tighten the bolts andnuts to the specified torque. If youdo not have a torque wrench or donot know how to use one, askyour authorized Suzuki dealer tocheck the bolts and nuts.

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REAR WHEEL REMOVAL 1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand.

2. Remove the rear wheel speedsensor bracket by removing themounting bolt.

3. Remove the axle nut 1.4. Place an accessory service stand

or an equivalent stand under theswingarm to lift the rear wheelslightly off the ground.

5. Loosen the right and left lock nuts2. Turn the right and left chainadjuster bolts 3 clockwise.

CAUTIONA hot muffler can burn you.

Wait until the muffler cools beforeremoving the axle nut.

NOTICERemoving the rear wheel withoutuse of an accessory stand canresult in your motorcycle fallingover and being damaged.

Do not attempt roadside removalof the rear wheel. Only remove therear wheel at a properly equippedservicing facility using an acces-sory service stand.

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6. Draw out the axle shaft.

7. With the wheel moved forward,remove the chain from thesprocket.

8. Remove the rear brake caliperassembly 4.

9. Pull the rear wheel assembly rear-ward.

NOTE: Never depress the rear brakepedal with the rear wheel removed. Itis very difficult to force the pads backinto the caliper assembly.

10. To replace the wheel reverse thecomplete sequence listed.

11. Adjust the drive chain slack.12. After installing the wheel, apply

the brake several times and thencheck that the wheel rotatesfreely.

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

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENTThe wattage rating of each bulb isshown on the table below. Whenreplacing a burned out bulb, alwaysuse the exact same wattage rating.Using other than the specified ratingcan result in overloading the electricalsystem or premature failure of a bulb.

WARNINGFailure to adjust the drive chainand failure to torque bolts andnuts properly could lead to anaccident.

• After installing the rear wheel,adjust the drive chain asdescribed in the DRIVE CHAINADJUSTMENT section.

• Torque bolts and nuts to theproper specifications. If you arenot sure of the proper proce-dure, have your authorizedSuzuki dealer or a qualifiedmechanic do this.

WARNINGFailure to extend brake pads afterinstalling the wheel can causepoor braking performance andmay result in an accident.

Before riding, “pump” the brakepedal repeatedly until brake padsare pressed against the brakedisks and proper pedal stroke andfirm feel are restored. Also checkthat the wheel rotates freely.

NOTICEFailure to use a light bulb with thecorrect wattage rating can over-load the electrical system of yourmotorcycle or cause the bulb toburn out sooner.

Use only the light bulbs shown inthe chart as replacement bulbs.

Headlight

12V 60/55W (H4)(GSX-S1000/A)

12V 55W (H7) × 2(GSX-S1000F/FA)

Turn signal light 12V 21W × 4

License plate light 12V 5W

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HEADLIGHTTo replace the headlight bulb, performthe following steps:

(GSX-S1000/A)

1. Remove the bolts. Unhook thehook and remove the meter cover1.

2. Remove the bolts. Pull open theheadlight assembly 2.

3. Disconnect the socket 3 from theheadlight and remove the rubbercap 4.

NOTE: When installing the rubbercap, face the “TOP” mark (arrowmark) to the upper side.

TOP

TOP

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4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 5and pull out the bulb 6.

5. To replace the headlight bulb,reverse the above sequence.

(GSX-S1000F/FA)1. Remove the right and left meter

panels by referring to the METERPANEL REMOVAL AND INSTAL-LATION section.

Low beam

High beam

2. Turn the cap 1 counterclockwiseand remove it.

NOTICEThe headlight bulb’s life may beshortened by oil from your fingersif you touch it.

When replacing the headlightbulb, be careful not to touch theglass. Grasp the new bulb with aclean cloth.

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Low beam

High beam

3. Disconnect the socket 2.

Low beam

High beam

4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 3and pull out the bulb 4.

5. To replace the headlight bulb,reverse the above sequence.

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HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENTThe headlight beam can be adjustedboth up and down or right and left ifnecessary.

(GSX-S1000/A)

NOTICEThe headlight bulb’s life may beshortened by oil from your fingersif you touch it.

When replacing the headlightbulb, be careful not to touch theglass. Grasp the new bulb with aclean cloth.

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Low beam

High beam

(GSX-S1000F/FA)

To adjust the beam up and down:Turn the adjuster 1 clockwise orcounterclockwise.

To adjust the beam right and left:Turn the adjuster 2 clockwise orcounterclockwise.

TURN SIGNAL LIGHTTo replace the turn signal light bulb,follow these directions.

1. Remove the screw and take offthe lens.

2. Push in on the bulb, twisting it tothe left, and pull it out.

3. To fit the replacement bulb, push itin and twist it to the right whilepushing.

NOTICEOvertightening the screws whenreinstalling the lens may causethe lens to crack.

Tighten the screws only until theyare snug.

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LICENSE PLATE LIGHTTo replace the license plate light bulb,follow the procedure steps:

1. Remove the screws 1 and takeoff the cover with the lens.

2. Pull off the bulb from the socket.3. To replace the license plate light,

reverse the above steps.

FUSESIf something electrical on your motor-cycle stops working, the first thing youshould check for is a blown fuse. Theelectrical circuits on the motorcycleare protected from overload by fusesin the circuits.

If a blown fuse is found, then the elec-trical problem must be inspected andrepaired before replacing the blownfuse with a new fuse. Consult yourSuzuki dealer for the electrical systemcheck and repair.

WARNINGReplacing a fuse with a fuse thathas an incorrect amperage ratingor substitute, e.g. aluminum foil orwire, may cause serious damageto the electrical system and possi-bly fire. Always replace a blownfuse with a fuse of the sameamperage rating.

If the new fuse blows in a shorttime, the electrical problem maynot be fixed. Have your motorcy-cle inspected immediately by yourSuzuki dealer.

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The main fuse is located under thefront seat. To access the fuse, removethe front seat by referring to the SEATLOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS sec-tion. One 30A spare fuse is locatedinside the fuse box cover.

(GSX-S1000/F)

(GSX-S1000A/FA)

The fuses are located under the frontseat. Two spare fuses (one 10A andone 15A) are provided inside the fusebox.

(GSX-S1000A/FA)The ABS fuses are located under thefront seat. Two spare fuses (one 20Aand one 15A) are provided with thefuse box.

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FUSE LIST• 30A MAIN fuse protects all electri-

cal circuits.• 10A HEAD-HI fuse protects the

headlight high beam and speed-ometer.

• 10A HEAD-LO fuse protects theheadlight low beam.

• 10A IGNITION fuse protects thecooling fan relay, ISC, ignitioncoils, starter relay, fuel pump relay,solenoid, ECM, oxygen sensor,side stand relay and Immobilizer(if equipped).

• 10A SIGNAL fuse protects thehorn, turn signal lights, positionlights, taillight, stop lamp, licenselight and speedometer.

• 10A FUEL fuse protects thespeedometer, fuel injectors, fuelpump and ECM.

• 15A FAN fuse protects the coolingfan motor.

(GSX-S1000A/FA)• 20A ABS MOT fuse protects ABS

system.• 15A ABS VALVE fuse protects

ABS system.

HANDLEBAR FITTING

Align the dot mark on the handlebarwith the mating surface A.

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CATALYTIC CONVERTERThe purpose of the catalytic converteris to minimize the amount of harmfulpollutants in your motorcycle’sexhaust. Use of leaded fuel in motor-cycles equipped with catalytic con-verters is prohibited because leaddeactivates the pollutant-reducingcomponents of the catalyst system.

The converter is designed to last thelife of the motorcycle under normalusage and when unleaded fuel isused. Not special maintenance isrequired on the converter. However, itis very important to keep the engineproperly tuned. Engine misfiring,which can result from an improperlytuned engine, may cause overheat-ing of the catalyst. This may result inpermanent heat damage to the cata-lyst and other motorcycle compo-nents.

NOTICEImproper motorcycle operationcan cause catalyst or other motor-cycle damage.

To avoid damage to the catalyst orother related components, youshould take the following precau-tions:• Maintain the engine in the

proper operating condition.• In the event of an engine mal-

function, particularly one involv-ing engine misfire or otherapparent performance loss,stop riding the motorcycle andturn off the engine and have themotorcycle serviced promptly.

• Do not shut off the engine orinterrupt the ignition when thetransmission is in gear and themotorcycle is in motion.

• Do not try to start the engine bypushing the motorcycle or bycoasting down a hill.

• Do not idle the engine with anyspark plug wires disconnectedor removed, such as duringdiagnostic testing.

• Do not idle the vehicle for pro-longed periods if idling seemsrough or there are other mal-functions.

• Do not allow the fuel tank to getnear the empty level.

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WARNINGIf you park or operate the motorcy-cle in areas where there are com-bustible materials such as drygrass or leaves, these materialsmay come in contact with the cat-alytic converter or other hotexhaust components. This cancause a fire.

Avoid parking or operating yourvehicle in areas with any combus-tible materials.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

FUEL SUPPLY CHECK ....................................................................................... 7-2IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ................................................................................ 7-3ENGINE STALLING ............................................................................................. 7-3

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TROUBLESHOOTING

This troubleshooting guide is pro-vided to help you find the cause ofsome common complaints.

If the engine refuses to start, performthe following inspections to determinethe cause.

FUEL SUPPLY CHECKIf the odometer displays “FI” and mal-function indicator light comes on,trouble in the fuel injection system,take your machine to an authorizedSuzuki dealer. Refer to the “INSTRU-MENT PANEL” section for an explana-tion of the malfunction indicator light.NOTICE

Improper repairs or adjustmentsmay damage the motorcycleinstead of fixing it. Such damagemay not be covered under war-ranty.

If you are not sure about theproper action, consult your Suzukidealer about the problem.

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IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK1. Remove the spark plugs and reat-

tach them to the spark plug caps.2. While holding the spark plug firmly

against the crank case of theengine, push the starter switchwith the ignition switch in the “ON”position, the engine stop switch inthe “” position, the transmissionin neutral, and the clutch disen-gaged. If the ignition system isoperating properly, a blue sparkshould jump across the spark pluggap.

3. If there is no spark, clean thespark plug. Replace it if neces-sary. Retry the above procedurewith the cleaned spark plug or anew one.

4. If there is still no spark, consultyour Suzuki dealer for repairs.

ENGINE STALLING1. Make sure there is enough fuel in

the fuel tank.2. If the odometer displays “FI” and

malfunction indicator light comeson, trouble in the fuel injectionsystem, take your machine to anauthorized Suzuki dealer. Refer tothe “INSTRUMENT PANEL” sec-tion for an explanation of the mal-function indicator light.

3. Check the ignition system forintermittent spark.

4. Check the idle speed. If neces-sary, adjust it using a tachometer.The correct idle speed is 1050 –1250 r/min.

WARNINGPerforming the spark test improp-erly can be hazardous. You couldget a high voltage electrical shockif you are not familiar with thisprocedure.

Do not perform this check if youare not familiar with the proce-dure. Do not point the spark plugnear the spark plug hole duringthis test. Do not perform this testif you have a heart condition orwear a pacemaker.

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STORAGE PROCEDURE .................................................................................... 8-2PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE ................................................. 8-3CORROSION PREVENTION ............................................................................... 8-3MOTORCYCLE CLEANING ................................................................................ 8-4INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING ....................................................................... 8-6

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STORAGE PROCEDUREIf your motorcycle is to be left unusedfor an extended period of time, itneeds special servicing requiringappropriate materials, equipment andskill. For this reason, Suzuki recom-mends that you trust this mainte-nance work to your Suzuki dealer. Ifyou wish to service the machine forstorage yourself, follow the generalguidelines below:

MOTORCYCLEClean the entire motorcycle. Placethe motorcycle on the side stand on afirm, flat surface where it will not fallover.

FUEL1. Fill the fuel tank to the top with

fuel mixed with the amount of gas-oline stabilizer recommended bythe stabilizer manufacturer.

2. Run the engine for a few minutesuntil the stabilized gasoline fillsthe fuel injection system.

ENGINE1. Pour one tablespoon of motor oil

into each spark plug hole. Rein-stall the spark plugs and crank theengine a few times.

2. Drain the engine oil thoroughlyand refill the crankcase with freshengine oil all the way up to thefiller hole.

3. Cover the air cleaner intake andthe muffler outlet with oily rags toprevent humidity from entering.

BATTERY1. Remove the battery from the

motorcycle by referring to theBATTERY section.

2. Clean the outside of the batterywith a mild soap and remove cor-rosion from the terminals and wir-ing harness.

3. Store the battery in a room abovefreezing.

TIRESInflate tires to the normal pressure.

EXTERNAL• Spray all vinyl and rubber parts

with rubber protectant.• Spray unpainted surfaces with

rust preventative.• Coat painted surfaces with car

wax.

MAINTENANCE DURING STORAGEOnce a month, recharge the battery.The standard charging rate is 1.2A ×5 to 10 hours.

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PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE1. Clean the entire motorcycle.2. Remove the oily rags from the air

cleaner intake and muffler outlet.3. Drain all the engine oil. Install a

new oil filter and fill the enginewith fresh oil as outlined in thismanual.

4. Remove the spark plugs. Turn theengine a few times. Reinstall thespark plugs.

5. Reinstall the battery by referringto the BATTERY section.

6. Make sure that the motorcycle isproperly lubricated.

7. Perform the INSPECTIONBEFORE RIDING as listed in thismanual.

8. Start the motorcycle as outlined inthis manual.

CORROSION PREVENTIONIt is important to take good care ofyour motorcycle to protect it from cor-rosion and keep it looking new foryears to come.

Important Information About CorrosionCommon causes of corrosion• Accumulation of road salt, dirt,

moisture, or chemicals in hard-to-reach areas.

• Chipping, scratches, and anydamage to treated or paintedmetal surfaces resulting fromminor accidents or impacts fromstones and gravel.

Road salt, sea air, industrial pollution,and high humidity will all contribute tocorrosion.

How to Help Prevent Corrosion• Wash your motorcycle frequently,

at least once a month. Keep yourmotorcycle as clean and dry aspossible.

• Remove foreign material deposits.Foreign material such as roadsalt, chemicals, road oil or tar, treesap, bird droppings and industrialfall-out may damage your motor-cycle’s finish. Remove these typesof deposits as quickly as possible.If these deposits are difficult towash off, an additional cleanermay be required. Follow the man-ufacturer’s directions when usingthese special cleaners.

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• Repair finish damage as soon aspossible. Carefully examine yourmotorcycle for damage to thepainted surfaces. Should you findany chips or scratches in thepaint, touch them up immediatelyto prevent corrosion from starting.If the chips or scratches havegone through to the bare metal,have a Suzuki dealer make therepair.

• Store your motorcycle in a dry,well-ventilated area. If you oftenwash your motorcycle in thegarage or if you frequently park itinside when wet, your garage maybe damp. The high humidity maycause or accelerate corrosion. Awet motorcycle may corrode evenin a heated garage if the ventila-tion is poor.

• Cover your motorcycle. Exposureto mid-day sun can cause the col-ors in paint, plastic parts, andinstrument faces to fade. Coveringyour motorcycle with a high-qual-ity, “breathable” motorcycle covercan help protect the finish fromthe harmful UV rays in sunlight,and can reduce the amount ofdust and air pollution reaching thesurface. Your Suzuki dealer canhelp you select the right cover foryour motorcycle.

MOTORCYCLE CLEANINGWASHING THE MOTORCYCLEWhen washing the motorcycle, followthe instructions below:1. Remove dirt and mud from the

motorcycle with cool runningwater. You may use a soft spongeor brush. Do not use hard materi-als which can scratch the paint.

2. Wash the entire motorcycle with amild detergent or car wash soapusing a sponge or soft cloth. Thesponge or cloth should be fre-quently soaked in the soap solu-tion.

NOTE: Clean the motorcycle with coolwater immediately after riding on roadsalt or riding along the coast. Be sureto use cool water because warmwater can hasten corrosion.

NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowingwater to flow over the followingplaces:• Ignition switch• Spark plugs• Fuel tank cap• Fuel injection system• Brake master cylinders• Throttle cable boots

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3. Once the dirt has been completelyremoved, rinse off the detergentwith running water.

4. After rinsing, wipe off the motorcy-cle with a wet chamois or clothand allow it to dry in the shade.

5. Check carefully for damage topainted surfaces. If there is anydamage, obtain “touch-up” paintand “touch-up” the damage follow-ing the procedure below:a.Clean all damaged spots and

allow them to dry.b. Stir the paint and “touch-up” the

damaged spots lightly with asmall brush.

c. Allow the paint to dry com-pletely.

NOTE: The headlight lens can befogged after washing the motorcycleor riding in the rain. Headlight foggingwill be cleared gradually when theheadlight is turned on. When clearingthe headlight lens fogging, run theengine to avoid battery discharge.

WINDSHIELD CLEANING(GSX-S1000F/FA)Clean the windshield with a soft clothand warm water with a mild deter-gent. If scratched, polish with a com-mercially available plastic polish.Replace the windshield if it becomesscratched or discolored so as toobstruct view. When replacing thewindshield, use a Suzuki replacementwindshield.

NOTICEHigh pressure washers such asthose found at coin-operated carwashes have enough pressure todamage the parts of your motorcy-cle. It may cause rust, corrosionand increase wear. Parts cleanercan also damage motorcycleparts.

Do not use high pressure washersto clean your motorcycle. Do notuse parts cleaner on throttle bodyand fuel injection sensors.

NOTICECleaning your motorcycle with anyalkaline or strong acid cleaner,gasoline, brake fluid, or any othersolvent will damage the motorcy-cle parts.

Clean only with soft cloth andwarm water with mild detergent.

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WAXING THE MOTORCYCLEAfter washing the motorcycle, waxingand polishing are recommended tofurther protect and beautify the paint.• Only use waxes and polishes of

good quality.• When using waxes and polishes,

observe the precautions specifiedby the manufacturers.

SPECIAL CARE FOR MATTE FINISH PAINTDo not use polishing compounds orwaxes that contain polishing com-pounds on surfaces which have amatte finish. The use of polishingcompounds will change the appear-ance of the matte finish.

Solid type waxes may be difficult toremove from surfaces with a mattefinish.

Friction while riding, excessive rub-bing or polishing of a surface with amatte finish will change its appear-ance.

INSPECTION AFTER CLEANINGFor extended life of your motorcycle,lubricate it according to the “LUBRI-CATION POINTS” section.

Follow the procedures in the“INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING”section to check your motorcycle forany problems that may have arisenduring your last ride.

WARNINGOperating the motorcycle with wetbrakes can be hazardous. Wetbrakes may not provide as muchstopping power as dry brakes.This could lead to an accident.

Test your brakes after washing themotorcycle, while riding at slowspeed. If necessary, apply thebrakes several times to let frictiondry out the linings.

SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS AND CURB MASSOverall length ..................................................2115 mm (83.3 in)Overall width.................................................... 795 mm (31.3 in)Overall height ..................................................1080 mm (42.5 in)Wheelbase ......................................................1460 mm (57.5 in)Ground clearance............................................ 140 mm (5.5 in)Seat height ...................................................... 810 mm (31.9 in)Curb mass ....................................................... 207 kg (456 lbs) ... GSX-S1000

209 kg (461 lbs) ... GSX-S1000A 212 kg (467 lbs) ... GSX-S1000F 214 kg (472 lbs) ... GSX-S1000FA

ENGINEType.................................................................Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHCNumber of cylinders ........................................4Bore.................................................................73.4 mm (2.890 in)Stroke ..............................................................59.0 mm (2.323 in)Displacement...................................................999 cm3 (61.0 cu. in)Compression ratio ...........................................12.2 : 1Fuel system.....................................................Fuel injectionAir cleaner .......................................................Paper elementStarter system .................................................ElectricLubrication system ..........................................Wet sump

DRIVE TRAINClutch ..............................................................Wet multi-plate typeTransmission ...................................................6-speed constant meshGearshift pattern .............................................1-down, 5-upPrimary reduction ratio ....................................1.553 (73/47)Gear ratios, Low .............................................2.562 (41/16)

2nd ..............................................2.052 (39/19)3rd...............................................1.714 (36/21)4th ...............................................1.500 (36/24)5th ...............................................1.360 (34/25)Top ..............................................1.269 (33/26)

Final reduction ratio.........................................2.588 (44/17)Drive chain ......................................................RK525GSH, 116 links

CHASSISFront suspension .............................................Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil dampedRear suspension .............................................Link type, coil spring, oil dampedFront fork stroke ..............................................120 mm (4.7 in)Rear wheel travel.............................................130 mm (5.1 in)Caster..............................................................25°Trail ..................................................................100 mm (3.9 in)Steering angle .................................................31° (right and left)Turning radius..................................................3.1 m (10.2 ft)Front brake ......................................................Disk brake, twinRear brake.......................................................Disk brakeFront tire size...................................................120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubelessRear tire size ...................................................190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless

ELECTRICALIgnition type .....................................................Electronic ignition (Transistorized)Spark plug .......................................................NGK CR9EIA-9 or DENSO IU27DBattery.............................................................12V 36.0 kC(10 Ah)/10 HRGenerator ........................................................Three-phase A.C. generatorMain fuse.........................................................30AFuse ................................................................10/10/10/10/10/15AABS fuse .........................................................20/15A ... GSX-S1000A/FAHeadlight .........................................................12V 60/55W (H4) ... GSX-S1000/A

12V 55W (H7) × 2 ... GSX-S1000F/FAPosition light ....................................................LEDBrake light/Taillight...........................................LEDTurn signal light ...............................................12V 21W × 4License plate light............................................12V 5WInstrument panel light ......................................LEDNeutral indicator light.......................................LEDHigh beam indicator light.................................LEDTurn signal indicator light.................................LEDOil pressure/Coolant temperature indicator light ...................................................LEDMalfunction indicator light................................LEDTraction control system indicator light .............LEDABS indicator light ...........................................LED ... GSX-S1000A/FAImmobilizer indicator light (if equipped)...........LED

CAPACITIESFuel tank.......................................................... 17.0 L (4.5/3.7 US/lmp. gal)Engine oil, oil change .....................................2800 ml (3.0/2.5 US/lmp. qt)

With filter change..........................3200 ml (3.4/2.8 US/lmp. qt)Coolant ............................................................ 2.8 L (3.0/2.5 US/lmp. qt)

INDEX

AACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING .............. 1-2AIR CLEANER............................... 6-21ALLOW THE ENGINE OIL TO CIRCULATE BEFORE RIDING....... 4-3AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED ................................... 4-2

BBATTERY ...................................... 6-19BRAKES ........................................ 6-38BREAKING IN THE NEW TIRES .... 4-2

CCATALYTIC CONVERTER ........... 6-61CLUTCH ........................................ 6-31COOLANT ..................................... 6-32CORROSION PREVENTION .......... 8-3

DDRIVE CHAIN................................ 6-34

EENGINE COOLANT SOLUTION ..... 3-5ENGINE IDLE SPEED INSPECTION................................. 6-29ENGINE OIL ........................... 3-4,6-24ENGINE STALLING......................... 7-3

FFAIRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA) ......................... 6-10FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL.......... 6-47FUEL HOSE .................................. 6-24FUEL OCTANE RATING................. 3-2FUEL SUPPLY CHECK................... 7-2FUEL TANK CAP........................... 2-32FUEL TANK LIFT........................... 6-15FUSES........................................... 6-58

GGEARSHIFT LEVER ..................... 2-33

HHANDLEBAR FITTING.................. 6-60

IIGNITION SWITCH.......................... 2-7IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK ........... 7-3INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING... 8-6INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ..... 4-3INSTRUMENT PANEL .................. 2-10

KKEY.................................................. 2-5

LLABELS ........................................... 1-5LEFT HANDLEBAR....................... 2-24LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT...... 6-52LOCATION OF PARTS ................... 2-2LUBRICATION POINTS ................ 6-18LUGGAGE STRAPS...................... 2-36

MMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.......... 6-2MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEED RECOMMENDATION...................... 4-2METER PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (GSX-S1000F/FA) ........................... 6-6MOTORCYCLE CLEANING............ 8-4

NNOISE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUSTRALIA ONLY)........................ 1-6

OOBSERVE YOUR FIRST AND MOST CRITICAL SERVICE ............ 4-3OXYGENATED FUEL RECOMMENDATION...................... 3-2

PPROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE......................................... 8-3

RREAR BRAKE PEDAL................... 2-33REAR WHEEL REMOVAL ............ 6-50RIDING ON HILLS........................... 5-6RIGHT HANDLEBAR..................... 2-29

SSAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS ........ 1-4SEAT LOCK AND HELMET HOLDERS ..................................... 2-34SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION........ 1-6SIDE STAND ................................. 2-37SIDE STAND/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM .................. 6-46STARTING OFF .............................. 5-3STARTING THE ENGINE................ 5-2STOPPING AND PARKING ............ 5-6STORAGE PROCEDURE ............... 8-2SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT...... 2-38

TTHROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT............................... 6-30TIRES ............................................ 6-42TOOLS............................................. 6-6

UUSING THE TRANSMISSION......... 5-4

VVARY THE ENGINE SPEED........... 4-2

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