Suzuki GSX1200 1999 User Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-5
• Turn the crankshaft 360° (one rotation) to bring the “T” mark on
the rotor to the center of pick up coil and also to bring the notches
1 to the positions shown.
• Read the clearance at the remaining valves D and adjust the
clearance if necessary.
Cam Position
Notch 1 position
Intake Camshaft Exhaust Camshaft
C
D
• When installing the cylinder head cover, apply SUZUKI BOND
NO.1207B to the head cover groove and cam end caps. ($3-
73)
''
''
' 99000-31140: SUZUKI BOND NO. 1207B
• Tighten the cylinder head cover bolts to the specified torque.
((
((
( Cylinder head cover bolt: 14 N
.
m (1.4 kgf-m)
)
Both the right and left valve clearances should be as
closely as possible.
• Install the signal generator cover. ($3-73)
SPARK PLUG
Inspect at 6 000 km (6 months), 18 000 km (18 months)
and Replace Every 12 000 km (12 months).
• Remove the seat and fuel tank. ($4-3)
• Remove all the spark plugs.
NOTE:
If it is difficult to remove the spark plug cap, pry up it with a screw-
driver.
&&
&&
& 09930-10121: Spark plug socket wrench set
Standard Cold type
NGK JR8B JR9B

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