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Suzuki VZR1800/BZ Owner's Manual

Summary of VZR1800/BZ

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    99 01 1- 48 g 59 -0 1a v z r 18 00 /b z part no. 99011-48g59-01a september, 2014 en © copyright suzuki motor corporation 2014 printed in japan vzr1800/bz owner’s manual tk l5 top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover pantone 303c (cmyk: 100, 0, 0...

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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, oil and engine 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 modification ................................................................................................... 1-4 safe riding recommendation for motorcycle riders ................ 1-4 lab...

  • 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, accesso- ries, payload, rider and passen- ger. When selecting your accessories, keep in mind the weight of the rider as well as the weight of the accessories. The ...

  • Page 10: Modification

    1-4 modification modification of the motorcycle, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Safe riding recommendation for motorcycle riders motorcycle riding is great fun and an exciting sport. Motorcycle riding also requires that some extra precautions be taken to e...

  • Page 11: Labels

    1-5 ride defensively the most common type of motorcycle accident occurs when a car traveling towards a motorcycle turns round cor- ner in front of the motorcyclist. Ride defensively. Wise motorcyclist uses a strategy of assuming they are invisible to other drivers, even in broad day- light. Wear bri...

  • 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 authorized suzuki dealer when order- ing parts or referring to special ser- vice information. The frame number 1 is stamped on the steering head. The engine se...

  • 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 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 fuel tank cap canada, australia, middle east.

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    2-3 9 air cleaner 0 spark plug a ignition switch b battery and tools c main fuse and fuses d seat lock e helmet holder f engine coolant reservoir g gearshift lever h footrests i engine oil filler cap j speed sensor k side stand l passenger footrests.

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    2-4 m engine oil drain plug n rear brake pedal o engine oil filter p rear brake light switch.

  • Page 17: Key

    2-5 key this motorcycle comes equipped with a main ignition key and a spare one. Keep the spare key in a safe place. Ignition switch the ignition switch has 3 positions: “off” position all electrical circuits are cut off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed. “on” position the ignition ...

  • Page 18: Steering Lock

    2-6 steering lock turn the handlebars all the way to the left. Insert the ignition key into the steering lock and turn it counterclock- wise to lock the steering.  warning if the motorcycle falls down due to a slip or collision, unexpected damage to the motorcycle could cause the engine to keep run...

  • Page 19: Instrument Panel

    2-7 instrument panel the fuel injection system indicator light 7, fuel indicator light 8, oil pres- sure indicator light/coolant tempera- ture indicator light 9, lcd’s and speedometer needle work as follows to confirm their function when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position. • the fuel...

  • Page 20: Notice

    2-8 fuel injection system indicator “fi” 7 if the fuel injection system fails, the red indicator light 7 comes on and the display d indicates “fi” in the fol- lowing two modes; a. The display d indicates “fi” and mileage alternately, and the red indicator light 7 comes on and remains lit. B. The dis...

  • Page 21: Notice

    2-9 when the display d indicates “chec”, check following items; • make sure that the engine stop switch is in the “ ” position. • make sure that the transmission is in neutral or the side stand is fully up. If the display still indicates “chec” after checking the above items, inspect the ignition f...

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    2-10 speedometer 0 the speedometer indicates the road speed in miles per hour and/or kilo- meters per hour. If the speedometer needle does not point to zero, follow the procedure below to reset the speedometer. 1. Press and hold the adj button c and turn on the ignition switch. 2. Hold the adj butto...

  • Page 23:  Warning

    2-11 fuel meter “ ” the fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel meter displays all 5 segments when the fuel tank is full. The mark blinks when the fuel level drops below 4.0 l (4.2/3.5 us/imp. Qt). The mark and segment blink when the fuel drops below 1.5 l (1.6/...

  • Page 24: Odo Trip 12

    2-12 odometer/trip meter d this display has three functions; odometer and two trip meters. When the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position, the test pattern shown below is displayed for three seconds. Then the display changes to odome- ter or trip meter, according to what was selected before...

  • Page 25: Left Handlebar

    2-13 trip meters the two trip meters are resettable odometers. They can register two kinds of distances at the same time. For instance, trip meter 1 can register the trip distance and trip meter 2 can register the distance between fuel stops. To reset a trip meter to zero, push the adj button c for ...

  • Page 26: Notice

    2-14 dimmer switch 3 “ ” position the headlight low beam and taillight turn on. “ ” position the headlight high beam and taillight turn on. The high beam indicator light also turns on. Notice holding the dimmer switch between the “ ” and “” posi- tion will light both the high and low headlight b...

  • Page 27:  Warning

    2-15 turn signal light switch “ ” 4 moving the switch to the “ ” position will flash the left turn signal. Moving the switch to the “ ” position will flash the right turn signal. The indica- tor light will also flash intermittently. To cancel turn signal operation, push the switch on. Horn switc...

  • Page 28: Right Handlebar

    2-16 right handlebar engine stop switch 1 “ ” position the ignition circuit is off. The engine cannot start or run. “ ” position the ignition circuit is on and the engine can run. Front brake lever 2 the front brake is applied by squeez- ing the brake lever gently toward the throttle grip. This mo...

  • Page 29: Notice

    2-17 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 “ ”, the clutch disengaged, push the electric starter switch to operate the starter motor and start the engine. Note: this motorcycle is ...

  • Page 30: Fuel Tank Cap

    2-18 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 the cap up with key. 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 fuel tank. Do not use ...

  • Page 31: Gearshift Lever

    2-19 gearshift lever this motorcycle has a 5-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 front end of the gear shift lever to upshift. Depress the front end of the gearshif...

  • Page 32: Seat Lock

    2-20 seat lock 1. The seat lock is located under the left frame cover. To remove the seat, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise. 2. Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it backward. To reinstall the seat, slide the seat hook into the seat hook retainer and push down firmly...

  • Page 33: Helmet Holder

    2-21 helmet holder the helmet holder is located on the left side below the rear seat. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to open the latch. Hook your helmet fastener ring to the latch and turn the key back to lock the holder. Side stand this motorcycle is equipped with a side stand to support the ...

  • Page 34: Suspension Adjustment

    2-22 suspension adjustment 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 seven positions. To change the spring pre-load setting, follow the pro...

  • Page 35:  Warning

    2-23 2. Twist the spring tension ring to the desired position with an adjuster. Position 1 provides the softest spring tension and position 7 pro- vides the stiffest. This motorcycles is delivered from the factory with its adjuster set on position 4. Note: use a hook type spring adjuster or suzuki s...

  • Page 36: Seat Tail Cover

    2-24 seat tail cover a seat tail cover for solo riding can be attached to the motorcycle. To replace the rear seat with the seat tail cover, follow the procedure below. 1. Remove the front seat by referring to the seat lock section. 2. Remove the bolts 1. 3. Replace the rear seat with the seat tail ...

  • Page 37: Fuel, Oil and Engine Coolant

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

  • Page 38: Fuel Octane Rating

    3-2 fuel, oil and engine 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 39: 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 40: 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 41: Final Gear Oil

    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 or higher have an “energy conserving” or “resource conserving” indica- tion in the api classification donut mark. These oils can affec...

  • Page 42

    3-6 anti-freeze the coolant performs as rust inhibitor and water pump lubricant as well as anti-freeze. Therefore the coolant should be used at all times even though the atmospheric temperature in your area does not go down to freezing point. Suzuki super long life coolant (blue) “suzuki super long ...

  • Page 43: 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 tire ..............................

  • Page 44: Maximum Engine Speed

    4-2 break-in (running-in) and inspection before riding the opening explains how important proper break-in is to achieve maxi- mum life and performance from your new suzuki. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures. Maximum engine speed recommendation this table shows the maximum r...

  • Page 45: Allow The Engine Oil to

    4-3 allow the engine oil to circulate before riding allow sufficient idling time after warm or cold engine startup before applying 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 se...

  • Page 46:  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 machine.  warning checking maintenance items when the engine is running can be hazardous. You could be severely injured if your hands or ...

  • Page 47: Riding Tips

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

  • Page 48: 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: this motorcycle is equipped with interlock system for the ignition circuit and the starter circuit. The engine can only be st...

  • Page 49: Starting Off

    5-3 starting off after moving the side stand to the fully up position, squeeze the clutch lever in and pause momentarily. Engage first gear by depressing the gearshift lever downward. Turn the throttle grip a little toward you and at the same time release the clutch lever gently and smoothly. As the...

  • Page 50: Using The Transmission

    5-4 using the transmission the transmission is provided to keep the engine operating smoothly in its normal operating speed range. The gear ratios have been carefully cho- sen to meet the characteristics of the engine. The rider should always select the most suitable gear for the prevailing conditio...

  • Page 51: Riding On Hills

    5-5 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 r...

  • Page 52:  Warning

    5-6 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 53: Inspection and Maintenance

    6-1 6 inspection and maintenance maintenance schedule .............................................................................. 6-2 tools ................................................................................................................. 6-7 lubrication points .......................

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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...

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    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 element interval months 2 12 24 36 48 km 1000 6000 12000 18000 24000 miles 600 ...

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    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 element interval months 2 12 24 36 48 km 1000 12000 24000 36000 48000 miles 600 7500 15000 22500 30000 air cleaner element (  6-10) – i i r i * exhaust pi...

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  • Page 59: Tools

    6-7 tools a tool kit is provided with your motor- cycle. The toolbox is located under the seat. Lubrication points proper lubrication is important for smooth and long life of each working part of your motorcycle and also for safe riding. It is a good practice to lubricate the machine after a long ro...

  • Page 60: Battery

    6-8 battery this 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 1.8a × 5 to 10 hours and the maximum rate is 9.0a × 1 hour. Never exceed maxi- mum charging rate.  warning battery posts, t...

  • Page 61: Notice

    6-9 battery removal to remove the battery, follow proce- dure below: 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the front seat by referring to the seat lock section. 3. Remove the fasteners 1 and cover 2. 4. Disconnect the negative (–) termi- nal 3. 5. Remove the cap. Disconnect the positi...

  • Page 62: Air Cleaner

    6-10 the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol a located on the battery label indi- cates that used battery should be col- lected 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 63: Notice

    6-11 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the bolts 1 and unhook the hook 2. 3. Loosen the clamp screw 3 and remove the air cleaner 4. 4. Disconnect the drain tube 5. 5. Remove the screws. Remove the air cleaner case 6. Notice failure to inspect the air cleaner element frequently if ...

  • Page 64: Notice

    6-12 6. Remove the screws. Remove the air cleaner element 7. 7. Carefully use an air hose to blow the dust from the air cleaner ele- ment. Note: always apply air pressure to the mesh side of the air cleaner ele- ment only. If you apply air pressure to the fabric side, dirt will be forced into the po...

  • Page 65: Spark Plugs

    6-13 air cleaner drain plug 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. Spark plugs spark plug removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the front seat by referring to the seat l...

  • Page 66

    6-14 5. Disconnect the speedometer cou- pler 4. 6. Remove the fuel tank. Note: do not lift the fuel tank too much, or the fuel hose will be bent or twisted. 7. Remove the fastener 5 and screw 6. 8. Remove the bolts 7 and fastener 8. Unhook the hooks. Remove the frame cover 9..

  • Page 67: Notice

    6-15 front rear 9. Release the connector locks and disconnect the connectors from the ignition coils. 10. Pull off the ignition coils. 11. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench. Note: pry up the ignition coils with a screwdriver or a bar if it is hard to remove by hand. Do not pull the spar...

  • Page 68

    6-16 front rear 13. Pull off the cover. 14. Pull off the spark plug cap. 15. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench..

  • Page 69: Notice

    6-17 spark plug cleaning readjust the spark plug gap to 0.6 – 0.7 mm (0.024 – 0.028 in) with a spark plug gap thickness gauge. The spark plug should be replaced every 12000 km (7500 miles). Before removing the carbon deposits, observe the color of the porcelain tip of each spark plug. This color tel...

  • Page 70: Engine Oil

    6-18 installation engine oil long engine life depends much on the selection of a quality oil and the periodic changing of the oil. Daily oil level checks and periodic changes are two of the most important mainte- nance items to be performed. Engine oil level check check the engine oil level with the...

  • Page 71: Notice

    6-19 this motorcycle has two crankcase chambers: crankshaft chamber and transmission chamber. The engine oil moves from chamber to chamber and it takes time to obtain correct engine oil level when the engine is started. The engine oil level inspection should be performed under the following con- dit...

  • Page 72:  Caution

    6-20 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. 2. Remove the oil filler ca...

  • Page 73: Notice

    6-21 oil filter wrench (part no. 09915-40620) 5. Turn the oil filter 4 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 5 on the engine where the new filter will be seated with a clean rag...

  • Page 74

    6-22 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 gaskets with new ones. Reinstall the drain plug...

  • Page 75: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    6-23 12. Check the oil level according to oil level check procedure. Note: check to see that no oil is leaking from the oil filter cover. Throttle cable adjustment to adjust the cable play: 1. Loosen the lock nut 1. 2. Turn the adjuster 2 so that the throttle grip has 2.0 – 4.0 mm (0.08 – 0.16 in) p...

  • Page 76: Engine Idle Speed Inspection

    6-24 throttle cable boots the throttle cable has boots. Check that the boots are fit securely. Do not apply water directly to the boots when washing. Wipe off dirt from the boots with a wet cloth when the boots are dirty. Engine idle speed inspection inspect the engine idle speed. The engine idle sp...

  • Page 77: Fuel Hose

    6-25 fuel hose inspect the fuel hose for damage and fuel leakage. If any defects are found, the fuel hose must be replaced. Note: lifting up the fuel tank too much can result in the fuel hose becoming bent or twisted. Lift the fuel tank as little as possible and discon- nect the fuel hose. The fuel ...

  • Page 78: Coolant

    6-26 major adjustment 1. Remove the 3 bolts. 2. Loosen the lock nuts 3 and turn the nuts to obtain the correct clutch lever play. 3. Minor adjustments can be made with the clutch lever side adjuster 1. 4. Tighten the lock nuts 2 and 3. Note: any maintenance of the clutch other than the clutch cable ...

  • Page 79

    6-27 3. Remove the fastener 1 and screw 2. 4. Remove the bolts 3 and fastener 4. Unhook the hooks. Remove the frame cover 5. 5. Remove the filler cap and add specified engine coolant through the filler hole until it reaches the “f” line. Refer to the fuel, oil and coolant recommenda- tions section..

  • Page 80:  Warning

    6-28 note: adding only water will dilute the engine coolant and reduce its effectiveness. Add specified engine coolant. Changing the coolant change the coolant periodically. Note: about 2700 ml (2.9/2.4 us/ imp. Pt) of coolant will required when filling the radiator and reservoir tank. Radiator hose...

  • Page 81: Final Gear Oil

    6-29 final gear oil change the gear oil at initial 1000 km (600 miles) and inspect every 12000 km (7500 miles). Use sae90 hypoid gear oil which is rated gl-5 under api classification system. If you operate the motorcycle where ambient tem- perature is below 0°c (32°f) use sae 80 hypoid gear oil. The...

  • Page 82: Brakes

    6-30 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 83:  Warning

    6-31 brake fluid front rear check the brake fluid level in both the front and rear brake fluid reservoirs. Inspect for brake pad wear and leaks.  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 ...

  • Page 84:  Warning

    6-32 brake pads front rear front rear  warning brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed, and harmful if it comes in contact with skin or eyes. Solu- tion can be poisonous to animals. If brake fluid is swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately con- tact a poison control center or a physicia...

  • Page 85:  Warning

    6-33 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 suzuki dealer or qualifie...

  • Page 86:  Caution

    6-34 rear brake pedal adjustment 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. Adjust the brake pedal position in the following man- ner: 1. Loosen the lock nut 1, and turn the...

  • Page 87: Tires

    6-35 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 88:  Warning

    6-36 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 motorcycle control. Check tire pressure each day before you ride, and be sure the pressure is correct for the motorcycle load according t...

  • Page 89

    6-37 tire condition and type proper tire condition and proper tire type affect motorcycle performance. Cuts or cracks in the tires can lead to tire failure and loss of motorcycle con- trol. Worn tires are susceptible to puncture failures and subsequent loss of motorcycle control. Tire wear also affe...

  • Page 90:  Warning

    6-38  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 91: System

    6-39 side stand/ignition interlock system check the side stand/ignition inter- lock system for proper operation as follows: 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 92: Front Wheel Removal

    6-40 front wheel removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove both brake calipers from the front forks by removing two mounting bolts 1 on each of the calipers. Note: never squeeze the front brake lever with the caliper removed. It is very difficult to force the pads back into the ca...

  • Page 93:  Warning

    6-41 6. Slide the front wheel forward. Note: never squeeze the front brake lever with the front wheel removed. It is very difficult to force brake pads into the caliper assembly. 7. To reinstall the wheel assembly, reverse the sequence described above. 8. After installing the wheel, apply the front ...

  • Page 94: Rear Wheel Removal

    6-42 rear wheel removal 1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Remove the bolt 1. Remove the axle nut 2. 3. Place an accessory service stand or equivalent under the swingarm or chassis tubes to stabilize the rear end. Notice removing the rear wheel without use of an accessory stand can result...

  • Page 95:  Warning

    6-43 4. Draw out the axle. 5. Remove the wheel from the splined drive gear and set the wheel assembly on the ground. 6. Remove the rear wheel assembly. 7. To replace the wheel reverse the complete sequence listed. Rear axle tightening torque: 110 n·m (11.0 kgf-m, 79.5 lbf-ft) rear brake caliper brac...

  • Page 96: Light Bulb Replacement

    6-44 light bulb replacement the wattage rating of each bulb is shown on the chart 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 electrical system or premature failure of a bulb. * canada, middle ...

  • Page 97: Notice

    6-45 2. Unhook the hooks. Remove the headlight assembly 2. 3. Disconnect the socket 3 from the headlight and rubber cap 4. 4. Unhook the bulb holder spring 5, and you can pull out the bulb. 5. To replace the headlight bulb, reverse the above complete sequence. Notice the headlight bulb’s life may be...

  • Page 98

    6-46 position light (except for canada and middle east) 1. Pull out the position light socket. 2. Remove the position light bulb. Headlight beam adjustment the headlight beam can be adjusted both up and down or right and left if necessary. To adjust the beam up and down: insert 5 mm hexagon wrench a...

  • Page 99: Notice

    6-47 turn signal light to replace the turn signal light bulb, follow the procedure below: 1. Remove the screw 1. 2. Turn the lens counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Push in on the bulb 2, turn it to the left and pull it out. 4. To fit the replacement bulb, push it in and turn it to the right while p...

  • Page 100: Fuses

    6-48 fuses if something electrical on your motor- cycle stops working, the first thing you should check for is blown fuse. The electrical circuits on the motorcycle are protected from overload by fuses in the circuits. If a blown fuse is found, then the elec- trical problem must be inspected and rep...

  • Page 101: Catalytic Converter

    6-49 fuse list • 30a main fuse protects all electri- cal circuits. • 10a head-hi fuse protects the speedometer and headlight high beam. • 10a head-lo fuse protects the headlight low beam. • 10a fuel fuse protects the ecu, fuel pump, injectors and speed- ometer. • 15a ignition fuse protects the headl...

  • Page 102: Notice

    6-50 notice improper motorcycle operation can cause catalyst or other motor- cycle damage. To avoid damage to the catalyst or other related components, you should take the following precau- tions: • maintain the engine in the proper operating condition. • in the event of an engine mal- function, par...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 104: Fuel Supply Check

    7-2 troubleshooting this troubleshooting guide is provided 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 fuel injection indicator displays “fi”, showing signs of trouble in the f...

  • Page 105: Ignition System Check

    7-3 ignition system check 1. Remove two spark plugs and re- attach them to the spark plug leads. 2. Hold the spark plug firmly against the engine and push the starter switch with the ignition switch in the “on” position, the engine stop switch in the “ ” position, the transmission in neutral, and t...

  • Page 107: 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 108: 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 109: 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 110: 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 111: 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 112: 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 114: Specifications

    Specifications dimensions and curb mass overall length ..................................................2480 mm (97.6 in) 2450 mm (96.5 in) ... Canada, middle east overall width.................................................... 875 mm (34.4 in) overall height ........................................

  • Page 115

    Electrical ignition type .....................................................Electronic ignition (transistorized) spark plug .......................................................Ngk cr8ek or denso u24etr battery .............................................................12v 64.8kc (18ah)/10hr g...

  • Page 116: Index

    Index a accessory use and motorcycle loading .............. 1-2 air cleaner............................... 6-10 allow the engine oil to circulate before riding ....... 4-3 avoid constant low speed............................................. 4-2 b battery ........................................ 6-8...

  • Page 117

    N noise control system (australia only)........................ 1-6 o observe your first and most critical service ............ 4-3 oxygenated fuel recommendation...................... 3-2 p procedure for returning to service ......................................... 8-3 r rear brake pedal.............

  • Page 119: Owner’S Manual

    99 01 1- 48 g 59 -0 1a v z r 18 00 /b z part no. 99011-48g59-01a september, 2014 en © copyright suzuki motor corporation 2014 printed in japan vzr1800/bz owner’s manual tk l5 top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover top 1st cover 4th cover pantone 303c (cmyk: 100, 0, 0...