Suzuki GSF1250 Service Manual

Table of Contents 6- i
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Section 6
CONTENTS
Steering
Precautions .................................................6-1
Precautions............................................................. 6-1
Precautions for Steering ....................................... 6-1
Steering General Diagnosis.................... 6A-1
Diagnostic Information and Procedures............6A-1
Steering Symptom Diagnosis..............................6A-1
Steering / Handlebar................................ 6B-1
Repair Instructions ..............................................6B-1
Handlebar Components ...................................... 6B-1
Handlebar Construction ...................................... 6B-2
Handlebar Removal and Installation ................... 6B-3
Handlebars Inspection ........................................6B-4
Steering Components .........................................6B-5
Steering Removal and Installation ......................6B-6
Steering Related Parts Inspection.......................6B-9
Steering System Inspection ................................6B-9
Steering Stem Bearing Removal and
Installation .........................................................6B-9
Steering Tension Adjustment ............................6B-10
Specifications.....................................................6B-11
Tightening Torque Specifications......................6B-11
Special Tools and Equipment ...........................6B-12
Recommended Service Material .......................6B-12
Special Tool ......................................................6B-12

Suzuki GSF1250 Specifications

General

Displacement	1255 cc
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 64.0 mm
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Transmission	6-speed, constant mesh
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
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear Tire	180/55ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
Overall Length	2130 mm
Overall Width	790 mm
Seat Height	805 mm
Wheelbase	1485 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.0 L
Starter	Electric
Final Drive	Chain
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Ground Clearance	135 mm