Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 User Manual

4B-2 Front Brakes:
Front Brake Pad Inspection
B649G14206012
The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by
observing the grooved limit line “A” on the pad. When the
wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads
with new ones. Refer to “Front Brake Pad Replacement:
”.
CAUTION
!
Replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise
braking performance will be adversely
affected.
Front Brake Pad Replacement
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1) Remove the spring (1).
2) Remove the brake pads by removing the pad
mounting pin (2).
CAUTION
!
Do not operate the brake lever while
dismounting the pads.
3) Clean up the caliper especially around the caliper
piston.
4) Install the new brake pads.
CAUTION
!
Replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise
braking performance will be adversely
affected.
5) Tighten the pad mounting pin to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Front brake pad mounting pin (a): 16 N·m (1.6
kgf-m, 11.5 lb-ft)
NOTE
After replacing the brake pads, pump the
brake lever several times to check for proper
brake operation and then check the brake
fluid level.
“A”
I649G1020040-02
1
I649G1420002-01
2
I649G1420003-01
I649G1420004-01
(a)
I649G1420005-01

Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 59.0 mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Lubrication	Wet sump
Transmission	6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Seat Height	790 mm (31.1 in)
Ground Clearance	135 mm (5.3 in)
Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity	20.0 L (5.3 US gal)
Overall Length	2, 140 mm (84.3 in)
Overall Width	790 mm (31.1 inches)