Suzuki VL800 User Manual

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Fuel Pump Labeling
In some states, pumps that dis-
pense oxygenated fuels are
required to be labeled for the type
and percentage of oxygenate, and
whether important additives are
present. Such labels may provide
enough information for you to
determine if a particular blend of
fuel meets the requirements listed
above. In other states, pumps
may not be clearly labeled as to
the content or type of oxygenate
and additives. If you are not sure
that the fuel you intend to use
meets these requirements, check
with the service station operator
or the fuel supplier.
NOTE:
• To help minimize air pollution,
Suzuki recommends that you
use oxygenated fuels.
• Be sure that any oxygenated
fuel you use has octane rat-
ings of at least 87 pump
octane ((R+M)/2 method).
• If you are not satisfied with the
drivability of your motorcycle
when you are using an oxy-
genated fuel, or if engine ping-
ing is experienced, substitute
another brand as there are dif-
ferences between brands.
NOTICE
Spilled gasoline containing
alcohol can damage the
painted surfaces of your
motorcycle.
Be careful not to spill any fuel
when filling the fuel tank. Wipe
spilled gasoline up immedi-
ately.

Suzuki VL800 Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 45-degree V-twin
Displacement	805 cc
Bore x Stroke	83.0 mm x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio	9.4:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Disc brake
Rear Brakes	Drum brake
Wheelbase	1, 655 mm (65.2 in)
Ground Clearance	140 mm (5.5 in)
Seat Height	700 mm (27.6 in)
Front Tire	130/90-16M/C 67H
Rear Tire	170/80-15M/C 77H
Overall Height	1, 110 mm (43.7 in)