Suzuki GSF1200S 2001 User Manual

CHASSIS 5-49
MASTER CYLINDER REMOVAL AND
DISASSEMBLY
• Disconnect the front brake light switch lead wires 1.
• Place a rag underneath the brake hose union bolt on the
master cylinder to catch any spilt brake fluid. Remove the brake
hose union bolt and disconnect the brake hose.
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Immediately wipe off any brake fluid contacting any part
of the motorcycle. The brake fluid reacts chemically with
paint, plastics and rubber materials, etc., and will damage
them severely.
• Remove the master cylinder assembly.
• Remove the brake lever 2 and brake light switch 3.
• Remove the reservoir cap 4, plate 5 and diaphragm 6.
• Drain the brake fluid.

Suzuki GSF1200S 2001 Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Front Tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Seat Height	790 mm (31.1 inches)
Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC
Cooling System	Air/oil-cooled
Rear Suspension	Swingarm, link type, coil spring, oil damped
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 liters
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 59.0 mm