Suzuki DL1000 Owner's Manual

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5. Draw out the axle.
6. With the wheel moved forward,
remove the chain from the
sprocket.
7. Pull the rear wheel assembly
rearward.
NOTE: Never depress the rear
brake pedal with the rear wheel
removed. It is very difficult to force
the pads back into the caliper
assembly.
8. To replace the wheel, reverse
the complete sequence listed.
9. After installing the wheel,
apply the brake several times
and then check that the wheel
rotates freely.
Rear axle nut tightening torque:
100 N·m (10.0 kgf-m, 72.5 lbf-ft)
WARNING
Failure to adjust the drive chain
and failure to torque bolts and
nuts properly could lead to an
accident.
• Adjust the drive chain as
described in DRIVE CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT section after
installing the rear wheel.
• Torque bolts and nuts to the
proper specifications. If you
are not sure of the proper
procedure, have your autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer or a
qualified mechanic do this.
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Suzuki DL1000 Specifications

General

Displacement	996cc
Compression Ratio	11.3:1
Final Drive	Chain
Starter	Electric
Bore x Stroke	98.0mm x 66.0mm
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.0 L (5.8 US gal)
Ground Clearance	165 mm (6.5 in)
Ignition	Electronic
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection