Suzuki GSX1200 1999 User Manual

CHASSIS 5-37
SUSPENSION SETTING
After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring pre-load and
compression damping force as follows.
SPRING PRE-LOAD ADJUSTMENT
Position “1” provides the softest spring pre-load.
Position “5” provides the stiffest spring pre-load.
(STD position: “2”)
COMPRESSION DAMPING FORCE ADJUSTMENT
Position “1” provides the softest compression damping force.
Position “4” provides the stiffest compression damping force.
(STD position: “1”)
NOTE:
If the damping force adjuster position is incorrect (without click
position i.e, 2-1/2, 3-1/2, etc.), the damping force automatically
changed to the number 4 (stiffest) position.
STANDARD REAR SUSPENSION SETTING
Spring set position
Damping force
position
Solo riding 2 1
Dual riding 5 4
'
Be sure to adjust the spring pre-load and damping force
on both suspensions equally.

Suzuki GSX1200 1999 Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 59.0 mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Starting	Electric
Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC
Fuel System	Mikuni BSR36SS carburetors
Transmission	5-speed
Rear Suspension	Link-type, coil spring, oil damped
Ground Clearance	135 mm
Seat Height	790 mm