Suzuki 2004 VL800 User Manual

WHAT TO
CHECK FOR:
CHECK
Steering . Smoothness
. No restriction of movement
. No play or looseness
Brakes
. Correct fluid level
. No fluid leakage
. No "sponginess"
. Proper pedal and lever play
. Brake pad wear
. Brake shoe wear
Tires . Proper pressure
. Enough tread depth
. No cracks, rips, or other
damage
Fuel tank
Tank cap locked securely
Lighting Proper operation of all lights
- Headlight, Tailight, Brake
light, Instrument lights, Turn
signals, License plate light
Indicator
Proper operation of all lights
lights - Oil pressure, High beam,
Neutral, Turn signal
Engine stop
Proper operation
switch
Horn
Correct function
Engine oil
Correct level
Cooling
. Proper coolant level
system . No leaks or damage
Gear oil
Correct level
Throttle
. Proper play
. Smooth response
. Quick return to idle position
Gearshift
. No damage
lever
. Smooth operation
Clutch
. Srnooth and progressive
action
. Proper lever play
Side standI
Proper operation
ignition inter-
loCkSystem
General
. Bolts and nuts tightness
condition
. No rattle frorn any parts of
machine with the engine
running
. No visible evidence of
damage
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 "0" position.
NOTE: This motorcycle has inter-
lock switches for the ignition cir-
cuit and the starter circuit. The
engine can only be started if:
. The transmission is in neutral
and the clutch is disengaged,
or
. The transmission is in gear,
the side stand is fully up, and
the clutch is disengaged.
When the Engine is Cold:
1. Pull the choke knob all the way
toward you. Close the throttle
completely.
2. Squeeze the clutch lever and
push the electric starter but-
ton.
3. Immediately after the engine
starts, keep the engine speed
at 1500 to 2000 r/min by vary-
ing the choke knob position.
4. Move the choke knob to the
"OFF" position approximately
30 seconds after engine starts.
It may be necessary to use the
choke longer than 30 seconds
in extremely cold weather.
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Suzuki 2004 VL800 Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	2004 VL800
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English