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f. Tighten the bearing installer ( Figure 12 ) and
pull the bearing int o the hub until it is
co mpletely seated (F igure 14 ).
g. Re move the bearing in staller.
3B.
If spec ial tools afC nOi used. perform the
fol lowing:
a. Tap the
left-hand bearing squarely into place
and tap on the outer race onl
y. Usc a socket
(.' igure IS ) that matches the Quter race
diameter. Do not tap on the inner race
or the
bearing might be damaged. Be sure that the
bearing is completely sea ted .
b. Turn the wheel over (right-hand s id e up) on
the workbench and install the distance
collar.
c. Usc the same tool se tup and drive in the right-
hand bearing.
4. Apply red Loctite Thrcadlocker No. 27110 the
brake disc bolts prior 10 in stallation.
5. Install the brake disc and bolts ( Figure 16 ).
Tighten to the torque specifications li sted in Table
I.
6. Install the front wheel as described in this
chapter.
WHEELS
Wheel Balance
An unbalanced wheel
is unsafe. Depending on
th e degree of unbalance and the speed of the
motorcycle. the rider may experience anything
from a mild vibration to a violent shimmy which
may even result
in loss of control.
The balance weights are attached to the wheel
spo kcs on the li ght side of the wheel t oco rrect this
condition.
Before you attcmpt to balance the wheel. check
to be sure that the wheel bearings are in good
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Suzuki LS650 Savage Specifications

General

Displacement	652 cc
Bore x Stroke	94.0 mm x 94.0 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Fuel System	Carburetor
Ignition	Electronic ignition (CDI)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Belt
Front Brakes	Single disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Front Tire	100/90-19
Rear Tire	140/80-15
Front Suspension	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
Seat Height	700 mm (27.6 in)
Overall Length	2180 mm
Ground Clearance	140mm (5.5 inches)
Engine Type	4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC
Wheelbase	1480 mm