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Suzuki GSX-S1000 Owner's Manual

Summary of GSX-S1000

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    99 01 1- 04 k 50 -0 1a g s x -s 10 00 /a /f /f a part no. 99011-04k50-01a february, 2015 en © copyright suzuki motor corporation 2015 printed in japan gsx-s1000/a/f/fa owner’s manual tk l6 top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover pantone 303c (c...

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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....

  • Page 3: Break-In (Running-In)

    Important break-in (running-in) information for your motorcycle the first 1600 km (1000 miles) are the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper break-in operation during this time will help ensure maxi- mum life and performance from your new motorcycle. Suzuki parts are manufactured of ...

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    Foreword motorcycling is one of the most exhil- arating sports and to ensure your riding enjoyment, you should become thoroughly familiar with the informa- tion presented in this owner’s manual before riding the motorcycle. The proper care and maintenance that your motorcycle requires is out- lined ...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    Table of contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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.

  • Page 7: Consumer Information

    1-1 1 consumer information accessory use and motorcycle loading ......................................... 1-2 safe riding recommendation for motorcycle riders ................ 1-4 labels ............................................................................................................... 1...

  • Page 8: Accessory Use and

    1-2 consumer information accessory use and motorcycle loading accessory use the addition of unsuitable accesso- ries can lead to unsafe operating con- ditions. It is not possible for suzuki to test each accessory on the market or combinations of all the available accessories; however, your dealer ca...

  • Page 9: Warning

    1-3 loading limit never exceed the g.V.W. (gross vehicle weight) of this motorcycle. The g.V.W. Is the combined weight of the machine, accessories, payload, rider and passenger. When selecting your accessories, keep in mind the weight of the rider as well as the weight of the accessories. The addi- ...

  • Page 10: Safe Riding

    1-4 modification modification of the motorcycle, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. The frame of this motorcycle is made of an aluminium alloy. Therefore, never make any modifications such as drilling or welding to the frame as it weakens the strength of the f...

  • Page 11: Labels

    1-5 know your limits ride within the boundaries of your own skill at all times. Knowing these limits and staying within them will help you to avoid accidents. Be extra safety conscious on bad weather days riding on bad weather days, espe- cially wet ones, requires extra cau- tion. Braking distances ...

  • Page 12: Serial Number Location

    1-6 serial number location the frame and/or engine serial num- bers are used to register the motorcy- cle. They are also used to assist your dealer when ordering parts or refer- ring to special service information. The frame number 1 is stamped on the steering head tube. The engine serial number 2 i...

  • Page 13: Controls

    2-1 2 controls location of parts ....................................................................................... 2-2 key ...................................................................................................................... 2-5 ignition switch ...................................

  • Page 14: Location of Parts

    2-2 controls location of parts gsx-s1000/a 1 clutch lever 2 left handlebar switches 3 instrument panel 4 front brake fluid reservoir 5 right handlebar switches 6 throttle grip 7 front brake lever 8 ignition switch 9 fuel tank cap gsx-s1000f/fa.

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    2-3 gsx-s1000/a 0 battery a seat lock b tools c helmet holders d side stand e gearshift lever gsx-s1000f/fa.

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    2-4 gsx-s1000/a f rear brake pedal gsx-s1000f/fa.

  • Page 17: Key

    2-5 key this motorcycle comes equipped with a pair of identical ignition keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place. If the all keys are lost, the ecm should be replaced. (immobilizer equipped model) note: • immobilizer identification code is programmed into the key. There- fore, a key made by an ordi...

  • Page 18

    2-6 immobilizer indicator (if equipped) the immobilizer indicator blinks 2 times when the ignition switch is turned on. Then indicator comes on 2 seconds and goes off. Immobilizer system is designed to help prevent motorcycle theft by elec- tronically disabling the engine starting system. The engine...

  • Page 19: Ignition Switch

    2-7 ignition switch immobilizer equipped model the ignition switch has 4 positions: “off” position all electrical circuits are cut off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed. “on” position the ignition circuit is completed and the engine can now be started. The headlight and taillight wi...

  • Page 20:  Warning

    2-8 “p” (parking) position when parking the motorcycle, lock the steering and turn the key to the “p” position. The key can now be removed and the position light and taillight will remain lit and the steering will be locked. This position is for night time roadside parking to increase visibility.  ...

  • Page 21

    2-9 the key hole can be covered by turn- ing the lid. Align the lid hole position to the key hole position when inserting the key. On ignition off p l o c k p u s h on ignition off p l o c k p u s h on ignition off off p l o c k p u s h on ignition off off p l o c k p u s h.

  • Page 22: Instrument Panel

    2-10 instrument panel the malfunction indicator light 9, traction control system indicator light g, coolant temperature indicator/oil pressure indicator light i, abs indi- cator light j (gsx-s1000a/fa), and lcd’s work as follows to confirm their function when the ignition switch is turned to the “on...

  • Page 23

    2-11 speedometer 3 the speedometer indicates the road speed in kilometers per hour or miles per 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 and mph. At the same time, the odom- eter will be changed betwee...

  • Page 24: Notice

    2-12 oil pressure indicator “ ” 6 when the ignition switch is in the “on” position but the engine has not been started, the symbol “ ” 6 in the display and the indicator light i comes on. As soon as the engine is started, the symbol “ ” 6 and the indicator light should go out. When the engine oil...

  • Page 25: Notice

    2-13 malfunction indicator light “ ” 9 if the fuel injection system fails, the malfunction indicator light 9 comes on and the display indicates “fi” in the odometer display area in the following two modes; a. The display b in the odometer display area alternately indicates “fi” and the odometer/trip...

  • Page 26

    2-14 when the display indicates “chec” in the odometer display area, check the following items; • make sure that the engine stop switch is in the “ ” position. • make sure that the transmission is in neutral or the side stand is fully up. If the display still indicates “chec” after checking the abo...

  • Page 27: Trip

    2-15 odometer/trip meter/ instrument panel light brightness b the display has 4 functions; odome- ter, two trip meters, and instrument panel light brightness. When the igni- tion switch is turned to the “on” posi- tion, the test pattern shown below is displayed for 2 seconds. After the test pattern ...

  • Page 28: Trip

    2-16 to change the display, push the sel button 1 or left handlebar mode switch (up). The display changes in the order below. Note: when the traction control sys- tem select switch is pushed, the dis- play cannot be changed with the left handlebar mode switch because traction control select mode is ...

  • Page 29:  Warning

    2-17 trip meters the two trip meters are resettable odometers. They can register two kinds of distances at the same time. For instance, trip meter a can register the trip distance and trip meter b can register the distance between fuel stops. To reset a meter to zero, press and hold the adj button 7...

  • Page 30

    2-18 fuel meter “ ” c the fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel meter displays all 6 segments when the fuel tank is full. The mark blinks when the fuel level drops below 4.2 l (4.4/3.7 us/imp qt). The mark and segment blink when the fuel drops below 1.7 l (1.8...

  • Page 31

    2-19 to change the display, push the adj button 7 or left handlebar mode switch (down). The display changes in the order below. Driving range meter the driving range meter displays esti- mated driving range (distance) based on the remaining fuel within the range from 1 to 999 km (mile). The driving ...

  • Page 32

    2-20 instantaneous fuel economy meter and average fuel economy meter to change between “km/l (l/100 km)” and “mpg”, press and hold the adj button 7 and turn on the ignition switch. Hold the adj button 7 for 4 seconds to switch between km and mile. At the same time, the odometer will be changed betwe...

  • Page 33: Notice

    2-21 coolant temperature meter “ ” e the coolant temperature is displayed by an lcd segment temperature indi- cator e, water temperature mark f, and indicator light i. When the coolant temperature exceeds 116°c (241°f), all six lcd segments turn on. When the coolant temperature comes to 120°c (248°...

  • Page 34:  Warning

    2-22 traction control system indicator light “tc” g when the traction control system is turned off, the traction control system indicator light remains lit. When the traction control system is set to mode 1, mode 2 or mode 3, the traction control system indicator light indicates as follows. • the in...

  • Page 35:  Warning

    2-23 abs indicator light “ ” j (gsx-s1000a/fa) this indicator normally comes on when 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 abs d...

  • Page 36: Left Handlebar

    2-24 left handlebar clutch lever 1 the clutch lever is used for disengag- ing the drive to the rear wheel when starting the engine or shifting trans- mission gears. Squeezing the lever disengages the clutch. Dimmer switch 2 “ ” position the headlight low beam and taillight turn on. “ ” position th...

  • Page 37:  Warning

    2-25 mode switch 3 the mode switch has the same function as the select switch. Refer to the instrument panel and traction control system sec- tions for details. Note: for more detailed information on the traction control system, see page 2-26. Horn switch “ ” 4 press the switch to sound the horn. T...

  • Page 38:  Warning

    2-26 traction control system select switch 6 traction control system when the traction control system senses rear wheel spin during accel- eration, it automatically controls engine power output to restore the gripping power of the rear tire. The traction control system indicator light blinks when th...

  • Page 39:  Warning

    2-27 note: • when the traction control system is controlling engine power output, the engine sound and exhaust sound will change. • when the front tire is not in full contact with the road surface due to sudden acceleration or other reasons, the traction control sys- tem will control engine power ou...

  • Page 40: Off

    2-28 mode setting 1. Press the traction control system select switch 6 for mode selec- tion. 2. Press the mode switch (up, down) 3 and change the indica- tion on the traction control system display in the meter cluster to the desired mode. The display changes as shown in figure. 3. Press the tractio...

  • Page 41: Right Handlebar

    2-29 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 fully closed, a segment of the selected mode on the traction control sys- tem display blinks. • the setting is retained in the memory even when the ignit...

  • Page 42:  Warning

    2-30 (eu) front brake lever adjustment the distance between the throttle grip and the front brake lever is adjustable to 6 positions. To change the position, push the brake lever forward and turn the adjuster to the desired position. When changing the brake lever posi- tion, always be sure the adjus...

  • Page 43: Notice

    2-31 electric starter switch “ ” 3 this switch is used for operating the starter motor. With the ignition switch in the “on” position, the engine stop switch in “ ” and the transmission in neutral, push the electric starter switch to start the engine. Note: when the electric starter switch is push...

  • Page 44: Fuel Tank Cap

    2-32 fuel tank cap to open the fuel tank cap, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise. With the key inserted, lift up with the key and open the fuel tank cap. To close the fuel tank cap, push the cap down firmly with the key in the cap lock. Use fresh gasoline when filling up the...

  • Page 45: Gearshift Lever

    2-33 gearshift lever this motorcycle has a 6-speed trans- mission which operates as shown. To shift properly, squeeze the clutch lever and close the throttle at the same time you operate the gearshift lever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshift and depress the lever to downshift. Neutral is located b...

  • Page 46: Seat Lock and

    2-34 seat lock and helmet holders seat lock the seat lock is located under the left frame cover. To remove the rear seat, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise. Raise the front end of the seat and slide it forward. To reinstall the rear seat, slide the seat hooks into the seat ...

  • Page 47:  Warning

    2-35 front seat removal 1. Remove the rear seat. Remove the bolt 1. 2. Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it backward. To reinstall the front seat, slide the seat hooks into the seat hook retain- ers on the frame and tighten the bolt securely.  warning failure to install the seat properly cou...

  • Page 48: Luggage Straps

    2-36 helmet holders there are helmet holders underneath the rear seat. To use them, remove the seat, hook your helmet to the hel- met holder and refit the seat. Luggage straps the luggage straps are folded under the seat. Extract the straps from the hooks and reinstall the seat with the straps out. ...

  • Page 49: Side Stand

    2-37 side stand an interlock system is provided to cut off the ignition circuit when the side stand is down and the transmission is in any gear other than neutral. The side stand/ignition interlock sys- tem works as follows: • if the side stand is down and the transmission is in gear, the engine can...

  • Page 50: Suspension Adjustment

    2-38 suspension adjustment the standard settings for both the front and rear suspensions are selected to meet various riding condi- tions such as low to high motorcycle speed and light to heavy load on the motorcycle. The suspension settings can be adjusted and fine-tuned according to your preferenc...

  • Page 51:  Warning

    2-39 a position 5 b position 2.5 c position 1 4 2 5 3 1 4 2.5 5 3 5  warning unequal suspension adjustment can cause poor handling and instability. Adjust the right and left front forks to the same setting..

  • Page 52:  Warning

    2-40 damping force adjustment the rebound and compression damp- ing force can be individually adjusted by turning the respective adjusters. The rebound damping force adjust- ers 2 are located at the top of the front suspension. The compression damping force adjusters 3 are located at the bottom of t...

  • Page 53:  Warning

    2-41 rear suspension spring pre-load adjustment the rear suspension spring pre-load is adjustable to compensate for the rider, load, riding style and road con- ditions. The spring pre-load is adjust- able to 7 positions. To change the spring pre-load setting, place the motorcycle on the side stand. ...

  • Page 54

    2-42 damping force adjustment the rebound damping force can be adjusted by turning the adjuster 1. The rebound damping force adjuster 1 is located at the bottom of the rear suspension. To adjust the damping force, set the adjuster to the standard setting first and then adjust the adjuster to the des...

  • Page 55: Fuel, Engine Oil and Coolant

    3-1 3 fuel, engine oil and coolant recommendations fuel octane rating ..................................................................................... 3-2 oxygenated fuel recommendation ...................................................... 3-2 engine oil ..........................................

  • Page 56: Fuel Octane Rating

    3-2 fuel, engine oil and coolant recommendations fuel octane rating use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 95 or higher (research method). Unleaded gaso- line can extend spark plug life and exhaust components life. (canada) your motorcycle requires premium unleaded gasoline whenever ...

  • Page 57: Notice

    3-3 do not use fuels containing more than 5% methanol under any circum- stances. Fuel system damage or motorcycle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the responsibility of suzuki and may not be covered under the new vehicle limited warranty or the emission control syste...

  • Page 58: Engine Oil

    3-4 engine oil use suzuki genuine engine oil or equivalent. If suzuki genuine engine oil is not available, select a proper engine oil according to the following guideline. Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and life. Always select good quality engine oil. Use oil with an...

  • Page 59: Engine Coolant Solution

    3-5 energy conserving suzuki does not recommend the use of “energy conserving” or “resource conserving” oils. Some engine oils which have an api classification of sh, sj or sl have an “energy conserving” indication in the api classification donut mark. These oils can affect engine life and clutch pe...

  • Page 60

    3-6 engine coolant engine coolant performs as a rust inhibitor and water pump lubricant as well as an anti-freeze solution. There- fore engine coolant should be used at all times even though the atmospheric temperature in your area does not go down to the freezing point. Suzuki super long life coola...

  • Page 61: Break-In (Running-In) and

    4-1 4 break-in (running-in) and inspection before riding maximum engine speed recommendation ............................................ 4-2 vary the engine speed ............................................................................... 4-2 breaking in the new tires .............................

  • Page 62: Maximum Engine Speed

    4-2 break-in (running-in) and inspection before riding previous sections explains how important proper break-in is to achiev- ing maximum life and performance from your new suzuki. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures. Maximum engine speed recommendation this table shows the m...

  • Page 63: Allow The Engine Oil to

    4-3 allow the engine oil to circulate before riding allow sufficient idling time after warm or cold engine start up before apply- ing load or revving the engine. This allows time for the lubricating oil to reach all critical engine components. Observe your first and most critical service the initial...

  • Page 64:  Warning

    4-4 before riding the motorcycle, be sure to check the following items. Never underestimate the importance of these checks. Perform all of them before riding the motorcycle.  warning checking maintenance items when the engine is running can be hazardous. You could be severely injured if your hands ...

  • Page 65: Riding Tips

    5-1 5 riding tips starting the engine .................................................................................... 5-2 starting off ................................................................................................... 5-3 using the transmission ....................................

  • Page 66: Starting The Engine

    5-2 riding tips starting the engine before attempting to start the engine, make sure: • the transmission is in neutral. • the engine stop switch is in the “ ” position. Note: when the electric starter switch is pushed, the starter motor will continue turning for about 1.5 sec- onds even when you re...

  • Page 67: Starting Off

    5-3 starting off  warning exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas that is difficult to detect because it is col- orless and odorless. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause death or severe injury. Never start the engine or let it run indoors or where there is little or no ventilation. No...

  • Page 68: Using The Transmission

    5-4 after moving the side stand to the fully up position, squeeze the clutch lever and pause momentarily. Engage first gear by depressing the gear shift lever downward. Twist the throttle grip toward you and at the same time release the clutch lever gently and smoothly. As the clutch engages, the mo...

  • Page 69:  Warning

    5-5  warning downshifting when engine speed is too high can: • cause the rear wheel to skid and lose traction due to increased engine braking, resulting in an accident; or • force the engine to overrev in the lower gear, resulting in engine damage. Reduce speed before downshift- ing.  warning down...

  • Page 70: Riding On Hills

    5-6 riding on hills • when climbing steep hills, the motorcycle may begin to slow down and show lack of power. At this point you should shift to a lower gear so that the engine will again be operating in its normal power range. Shift rapidly to pre- vent the motorcycle from losing momentum. • when d...

  • Page 71:  Warning

    5-7  warning inexperienced riders tend to underutilize the front brake. This can cause excessive stopping dis- tance and lead to a collision. Using only the front or rear brake can cause skidding and loss of control. Apply both brakes evenly and at the same time.  warning braking while turning the...

  • Page 72:  Warning

    5-8 how the abs works (gsx-s1000a/fa) abs works by electronically control- ling braking pressure. A computer monitors wheel rotation speed. If the computer detects that a braked wheel has slowed suddenly, indicating a skidding situation, the computer will reduce braking pressure to prevent that whee...

  • Page 73:  Warning

    5-9 5. Park the motorcycle on a firm, flat surface where it will not fall over. Note: if the motorcycle is to be parked on the side stand on a slight slope, the front end of the motorcycle should face “up” the incline to avoid rolling forward off the side stand. You may leave the motorcycle in 1st g...

  • Page 75: Inspection and Maintenance

    6-1 6 inspection and maintenance maintenance schedule .............................................................................. 6-2 tools ................................................................................................................. 6-6 meter panel removal and installation (g...

  • Page 76: Maintenance Schedule

    6-2 inspection and maintenance maintenance schedule the chart indicates the intervals between periodic services in miles, kilometers and months. At the end of each interval, be sure to inspect, check, lubricate and service as instructed. If your motorcycle is used under high stress conditions such a...

  • Page 77: Notice

    6-3 note: the maintenance chart specified the minimum requirements for maintenance. If you use your motorcycle under severe conditions, perform maintenance more often than shown in the chart. If you have any questions regarding maintenance intervals, consult your suzuki dealer or a qualified mechani...

  • Page 78

    6-4 maintenance chart interval: this interval should be judged by number of months or odometer reading, 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 600 400...

  • Page 79

    6-5 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 ...

  • Page 80: Tools

    6-6 tools a tool kit is supplied and located under the rear seat. Meter panel removal and installation (gsx-s1000f/fa) removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the fastener 1, bolt 2 and bolt 3 of the right and left meter panels..

  • Page 81: Notice

    6-7 3. Place a cloth between the meter panel and the fuel tank to prevent damage to the fuel tank. 4. Remove the meter panel starting from the rear end portion. Lightly press the fairing toward the out- side of the motorcycle (in the direction of the arrow), and lift the mating surface on the rear e...

  • Page 82

    6-8 5. Pull out the meter panel toward the rear end of the motorcycle (in the direction of the arrow). In doing so, the hooks (marked with a dotted circle) also come off. Installation 1. Install the meter panel starting from the front end portion. Lightly insert the front end of the meter panel into...

  • Page 83

    6-9 3. Push the front end of the meter panel in the direction of the arrow. 4. Fit the hooks (marked with a dot- ted circle) on the side of the meter panel. 5. Lightly press the fairing toward outside of the motorcycle (in the direction of the arrow), and insert the mating surface on the rear end of...

  • Page 84: Fairing Removal and

    6-10 6. Tighten the fastener 1 and bolt 2 on the front end of the meter panel, and tighten the bolt 3 on the rear end of the meter panel in the numbered order. Note: when tightening the bolt 3 on the rear end of the meter panel, the mating condition around the meter panel can be improved by performi...

  • Page 85

    6-11 3. Remove the under fairing fas- tener. Unhook the hooks located at the lower part of the left-side fairing. 4. Remove the right and left meter panels by referring to the meter panel removal and instal- lation section. Right left 5. Disengage the turn signal and meter wire harnesses from the cl...

  • Page 86

    6-12 6. Remove the bolts, screws, and fasteners on the inner side of the right and left fairings. 7. Remove the right and left fairings one by one. Unhook the hook on the inner side of the fairing. 8. Unhook the hook, which is fixed on the radiator, from the bottom side of the fairing, and carefully...

  • Page 87

    6-13 installation 1. Align the top part 1 of the fairing (removal procedure 6. Screw section). Note: be careful not to allow the inner side of the fairing to touch the radiator or frame. Otherwise, the cushion on the inner side may come off. 2. Move the fairing forward using the top part 1 of the fa...

  • Page 88

    6-14 3. Lightly press the fairing toward the inner side of the motorcycle, and slide it backward to insert it into the radiator hook 3. Note: when the insertion of the radi- ator hook 3 is completed, the inner side of the fairing (removal proce- dure 6. Bolt tightening section) can be aligned. 4. Af...

  • Page 89: Fuel Tank Lift

    6-15 fuel tank lift 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the seat by referring to the seat lock and helmet holders section. 3. The right and left side frame cov- ers have fasteners behind the cover at the places marked with rectangles. Pull up the side frame covers 1 to unfasten the ...

  • Page 90

    6-16 (gsx-s1000/a) 5. Unhook the hooks and remove the right and left frame body covers 2 by sliding the covers forward. (gsx-s1000f/fa) remove the meter panel and fair- ings by referring to the meter panel removal and instal- lation, fairing removal and installation section. 6. Remove the right and ...

  • Page 91:  Warning

    6-17 7. Unhook the hooks and remove the fuel tank lower cover assembly 4. 8. Remove the fuel tank fitting bolts. 9. Lift the front end of the fuel tank and prop it up as shown above. Put the circle end of the prop stay on to the steering stem nut. Note: a prop stay is available at your suzuki dealer...

  • Page 92: Lubrication Points

    6-18 lubrication points proper lubrication is important for smooth operation and long life of each working part of your motorcycle and also for safe riding. It is a good practice to lubricate the motorcycle after a long rough ride and after get- ting it wet it in the rain or after wash- ing it. Majo...

  • Page 93: Battery

    6-19 battery the battery is a sealed type battery and requires no maintenance. Have your dealer check the battery’s state of charge periodically. The standard charging rate is 1.2a × 5 to 10 hours and the maximum rate is 5.0a × 1 hour. Never exceed the maximum charging rate.  warning battery posts,...

  • Page 94: Notice

    6-20 battery removal to 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 helmet holders section. 3. Disconnect the negative (–) termi- nal 1. 4. Remove the cap. Disconnect the positive (+) terminal...

  • Page 95: Air Cleaner

    6-21 the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol a located on the battery label indi- cates that a used battery should be collected separately from ordinary household waste. The chemical symbol of “pb” b indi- cates the battery contains more than 0.004% lead. By ensuring the used battery is dis- posed of or ...

  • Page 96: Notice

    6-22 removal 1. Lift the fuel tank by referring to the fuel tank lift section. 2. Remove the band. Remove the ecm 1 from the air cleaner cap. 3. Remove the air cleaner cap plug 2. Remove the 11 screws. Remove the air cleaner cap 3. 4. Remove the air cleaner element 4. Notice failure to inspect the a...

  • Page 97: Notice

    6-23 inspection inspect the air cleaner element condi- tion. Replace the air cleaner element periodically. Remove the plug and drain water and oil at the periodic maintenance inter- val. The air cleaner drain plug is located beneath the air cleaner box. Installation reinstall the inspected element o...

  • Page 98: Fuel Hose

    6-24 fuel hose inspect the fuel hose for damage and fuel leakage. If any defects are found, the fuel hose must be replaced. Note: be sure to check the fuel pump lead wire when reconnecting the fuel hose after disconnecting it. Engine oil long engine life depends much on the selection of a quality oi...

  • Page 99: Notice

    6-25 engine oil and filter change change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled time. The oil should be changed when the engine is warm so that the oil will drain thoroughly from the engine. The procedure is as fol- lows: 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. (gsx-s1000/a) 2. Remove the...

  • Page 100:  Caution

    6-26 3. Remove the oil filler cap 2. 4. Remove the drain plug 3 and gasket 4 from the bottom of the engine and drain the engine oil into a drain pan. Note: recycle or properly dispose of used oil. Available from suzuki dealer oil filter wrench (part no. 09915-40620)  caution hot engine oil and exha...

  • Page 101: Notice

    6-27 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 the proper size. 6. Wipe off the mounting surface 6 on the engine where the new filter will be seated with a clean rag. 7. Smear a little engine oil around the...

  • Page 102: Notice

    6-28 9. Mark the top dead center position on the “cap type” filter wrench or on the oil filter. Use an oil filter wrench to tighten the filter 2 turns or to specified torque. Oil filter tightening torque: 20 n·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 lbf-ft) 10. Replace the drain plug gasket with a new one. Reinstall the...

  • Page 103: Engine Idle Speed Inspection

    6-29 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 wait approximately three minutes. Recheck the oil level on the engine oil inspection window while holding the motorcycle vertically. If it is lower than...

  • Page 104: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    6-30 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...

  • Page 105: Clutch

    6-31 clutch 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) at each maintenance interval, adjust the clutch cable play with the clutch cable adjuster. The cable play should be 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) as mea- sured at the clutch lever end before the clutch begins to disengage. If you find that the amount of clutch cable...

  • Page 106: Coolant

    6-32 coolant coolant level (gsx-s1000/a) (gsx-s1000f/fa) the coolant should be kept between the “f” (full) and “l” (low) level lines in the reservoir tank at all times. Inspect the level every time before riding with the motorcycle held verti- cally. If the coolant is found lower than the “l” level ...

  • Page 107:  Warning

    6-33 (gsx-s1000f/fa) remove the meter panel and fairings by referring to the meter panel removal and installation, fairing removal and installa- tion section. Remove the filler cap and add speci- fied engine coolant through the filler hole until it reaches the “f” line. Refer to the fuel, engine oil...

  • Page 108: Drive Chain

    6-34 drive chain this motorcycle has a master link type drive chain. We recommend that you take your motorcycle to an autho- rized suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic if the drive chain needs to be replaced. The condition and adjustment of the drive chain should be checked each day before you ride...

  • Page 109:  Warning

    6-35 if you find any of these problems with your sprocket, consult your suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic. Good worn note: the two sprockets should be inspected for wear when a new chain is installed and replace them if neces- sary. Drive chain cleaning and oiling 1. Remove dirt and dust from th...

  • Page 110: Notice

    6-36 6. Lubricate both front and back plates of the drive chain. 7. Wipe off excess lubricant after lubricating all around the drive chain. Drive chain adjustment adjust the drive chain slack to the proper specification. The chain may require more frequent adjustments than indicated in the periodic ...

  • Page 111:  Caution

    6-37 to adjust the drive chain, follow the procedure below: 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 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 by turning the right and left chain adjuster bolts 3. At the same time ...

  • Page 112: Brakes

    6-38 brakes this motorcycle utilizes front and rear disk brakes. Proper operation of brake 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. ...

  • Page 113:  Warning

    6-39  warning brake fluid will gradually absorb moisture through the brake hoses. Brake fluid with high water con- tent lowers the boiling point and can cause brake system (includ- ing abs) malfunction due to cor- rosion of brake components. Boiling brake fluid or brake sys- tem (including abs) mal...

  • Page 114:  Warning

    6-40 brake pad front rear inspect the front and rear brake pads by noting whether or not the friction pads are worn down to the grooved wear limit line 1. If a front or rear pad is worn to the grooved wear limit line, both front or both rear pads must be replaced with new ones by your authorized suz...

  • Page 115:  Warning

    6-41 rear brake pedal position the rear brake pedal position must be properly adjusted at all times or the disk brake pads will rub against the disk causing damage to the pads and to 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 to...

  • Page 116: Tires

    6-42 rear brake light switch to adjust the brake light switch, hold the switch body and turn the adjuster so that the brake light will come on just before a pressure rise is felt when the brake pedal is depressed. Tires  warning the tires on your motorcycle form the crucial link between your motorc...

  • Page 117:  Warning

    6-43 tire pressure and loading proper tire pressure and proper tire loading are important factors. Over- loading your tires can lead to tire fail- ure and loss of vehicle control. Check tire pressure each day before you ride, and be sure the pressure is correct for the vehicle load according to the ...

  • Page 118

    6-44 tire condition and type proper tire condition and proper tire type affect vehicle performance. Cuts or cracks in the tires can lead to tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Worn tires are susceptible to puncture failures and subsequent loss of vehi- cle control. Tire wear also affects the t...

  • Page 119:  Warning

    6-45  warning an improperly repaired, installed, or balanced tire can cause loss of control and an accident, or can wear out sooner. • ask your suzuki dealer or a qualified mechanic to perform tire repair, replacement, and bal- ancing because proper tools and experience are required. • install tire...

  • Page 120: Side Stand/ignition

    6-46 side stand/ignition interlock system check the side stand/ignition interlock system for proper operation as fol- lows: 1. Sit on the motorcycle in the nor- mal riding position, with the side stand up. 2. Shift into first gear, hold the clutch in, and start the engine. 3. While continuing to hol...

  • Page 121: Front Wheel Removal

    6-47 front wheel removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the front wheel speed sensor by removing the mounting bolt. 3. Remove both brake calipers from the front forks by removing 2 mounting bolts 1 on each of the calipers. Note: never squeeze the front brake lever with the cali...

  • Page 122

    6-48 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 bolt 5 to the specified torque. 14. Tighten the axle holder bolts 6 to the specified torque. 15. Mov...

  • Page 123:  Warning

    6-49 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)  warning failure to extend brake pads after installing the wheel can ca...

  • Page 124: Rear Wheel Removal

    6-50 rear wheel removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the rear wheel speed sensor bracket by removing the mounting bolt. 3. Remove the axle nut 1. 4. Place an accessory service stand or an equivalent stand under the swingarm to lift the rear wheel slightly off the ground. 5. L...

  • Page 125

    6-51 6. Draw out the axle shaft. 7. With the wheel moved forward, remove the chain from the sprocket. 8. Remove the rear brake caliper assembly 4. 9. Pull the rear wheel assembly rear- ward. Note: never depress the rear brake pedal with the rear wheel removed. It is very difficult to force the pads ...

  • Page 126: Light Bulb Replacement

    6-52 rear axle nut tightening torque: 100 n·m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 lbf-ft) light bulb replacement the wattage rating of each bulb is shown on the table below. When replacing a burned out bulb, always use the exact same wattage rating. Using other than the specified rating can result in overloading the ...

  • Page 127

    6-53 headlight to replace the headlight bulb, perform the following steps: (gsx-s1000/a) 1. Remove the bolts. Unhook the hook and remove the meter cover 1. 2. Remove the bolts. Pull open the headlight assembly 2. 3. Disconnect the socket 3 from the headlight and remove the rubber cap 4. Note: when i...

  • Page 128: Notice

    6-54 4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 5 and 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 meter panel removal and instal- lation section. Low beam high beam 2. Turn the cap 1 counterclo...

  • Page 129

    6-55 low beam high beam 3. Disconnect the socket 2. Low beam high beam 4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 3 and pull out the bulb 4. 5. To replace the headlight bulb, reverse the above sequence..

  • Page 130: Notice

    6-56 headlight beam adjustment the headlight beam can be adjusted both up and down or right and left if necessary. (gsx-s1000/a) notice the headlight bulb’s life may be shortened by oil from your fingers if you touch it. When replacing the headlight bulb, be careful not to touch the glass. Grasp the...

  • Page 131: Notice

    6-57 low beam high beam (gsx-s1000f/fa) to adjust the beam up and down: turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise. To adjust the beam right and left: turn the adjuster 2 clockwise or counterclockwise. Turn signal light to replace the turn signal light bulb, follow these directions. 1. Remove...

  • Page 132: Fuses

    6-58 license plate light to replace the license plate light bulb, follow the procedure steps: 1. Remove the screws 1 and take off the cover with the lens. 2. Pull off the bulb from the socket. 3. To replace the license plate light, reverse the above steps. Fuses if something electrical on your motor...

  • Page 133

    6-59 the main fuse is located under the front seat. To access the fuse, remove the front seat by referring to the seat lock and helmet holders sec- tion. One 30a spare fuse is located inside the fuse box cover. (gsx-s1000/f) (gsx-s1000a/fa) the fuses are located under the front seat. Two spare fuses...

  • Page 134: Handlebar Fitting

    6-60 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 the headlight low beam. • 10a ignition fuse protects the cooling fan relay, isc, ignition coils, starter relay, fuel pump relay, solen...

  • Page 135: Catalytic Converter

    6-61 catalytic converter the purpose of the catalytic converter is to minimize the amount of harmful pollutants in your motorcycle’s exhaust. Use of leaded fuel in motor- cycles equipped with catalytic con- verters is prohibited because lead deactivates the pollutant-reducing components of the catal...

  • Page 136:  Warning

    6-62  warning if you park or operate the motorcy- cle in areas where there are com- bustible materials such as dry grass or leaves, these materials may come in contact with the cat- alytic converter or other hot exhaust components. This can cause a fire. Avoid parking or operating your vehicle in a...

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    7-1 7 troubleshooting fuel supply check ....................................................................................... 7-2 ignition system check ................................................................................ 7-3 engine stalling ................................................

  • Page 138: Fuel Supply Check

    7-2 troubleshooting this troubleshooting guide is pro- vided to help you find the cause of some common complaints. If the engine refuses to start, perform the following inspections to determine the cause. Fuel supply check if the odometer displays “fi” and mal- function indicator light comes on, tro...

  • Page 139: Ignition System Check

    7-3 ignition system check 1. 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 the engine, push the starter switch with the ignition switch in the “on” position, the engine stop switch in the “ ” position, the transmi...

  • Page 141: Storage Procedure and

    8-1 8 storage procedure and motorcycle cleaning storage procedure .................................................................................... 8-2 procedure for returning to service ................................................. 8-3 corrosion prevention ......................................

  • Page 142: Storage Procedure

    8-2 storage procedure and motorcycle cleaning storage procedure if your motorcycle is to be left unused for an extended period of time, it needs special servicing requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, suzuki recom- mends that you trust this mainte- nance work to your...

  • Page 143: Procedure For

    8-3 procedure for returning to service 1. 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 engine with fresh oil as outlined in this manual. 4. Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engi...

  • Page 144: Motorcycle Cleaning

    8-4 • repair finish damage as soon as possible. Carefully examine your motorcycle for damage to the painted surfaces. Should you find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately to prevent corrosion from starting. If the chips or scratches have gone through to the bare metal, have...

  • Page 145: Notice

    8-5 3. Once the dirt has been completely removed, rinse off the detergent with running water. 4. After rinsing, wipe off the motorcy- cle with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. 5. Check carefully for damage to painted surfaces. If there is any damage, obtain “touch-up” paint a...

  • Page 146: Inspection After Cleaning

    8-6 waxing the motorcycle after washing the motorcycle, waxing and polishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint. • only use waxes and polishes of good quality. • when using waxes and polishes, observe the precautions specified by the manufacturers. Special care for matte finis...

  • Page 148: Specifications

    Specifications dimensions and curb mass overall length ..................................................2115 mm (83.3 in) overall width.................................................... 795 mm (31.3 in) overall height ..................................................1080 mm (42.5 in) wheelbase ....

  • Page 149

    Electrical ignition type .....................................................Electronic ignition (transistorized) spark plug .......................................................Ngk cr9eia-9 or denso iu27d battery .............................................................12v 36.0 kc(10 ah)/10 ...

  • Page 150: Index

    Index a accessory use and motorcycle loading .............. 1-2 air cleaner............................... 6-21 allow the engine oil to circulate before riding ....... 4-3 avoid constant low speed ................................... 4-2 b battery ...................................... 6-19 brakes .....

  • Page 151

    L labels ........................................... 1-5 left handlebar ....................... 2-24 light bulb replacement...... 6-52 location of parts ................... 2-2 lubrication points ................ 6-18 luggage straps...................... 2-36 m maintenance schedule .......... 6-2 ma...

  • Page 155: Owner’S Manual

    99 01 1- 04 k 50 -0 1a g s x -s 10 00 /a /f /f a part no. 99011-04k50-01a february, 2015 en © copyright suzuki motor corporation 2015 printed in japan gsx-s1000/a/f/fa owner’s manual tk l6 top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover pantone 303c (c...