Suzuki VZR1800 2008 User Manual

3-32 ENGINE
CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER
INSPECTION
• The cam chain tension adjusters are maintained at the proper
cam chain tension automatically.
• Unlock the ratchet A, and move the push rod in place to see
if it slides smoothly. If any stickiness is noted or ratchet mech-
anism is faulty, replace the cam chain tension adjuster
assembly with a new one.
1 Front cam chain tension adjuster No. 1
2 Front cam chain tension adjuster No. 2
3 Rear cam chain tension adjuster No. 1
4 Rear cam chain tension adjuster No. 2
CAM CHAIN TENSIONER
INSPECTION
• Check the contacting surface of the cam chain tensioner.
• Check the damaged of the cam chain tensioner.
• If it is worn or damaged, replace it with a new one.
1 Front cam chain tensioner No. 1
2 Rear cam chain tensioner No. 1
CAM CHAIN GUIDE
INSPECTION
• Check the contacting surfaces of the cam chain guides.
• If they are worn or damaged, replace them with the new ones.
CYLINDER HEAD AND VALVE
CAM CHAIN TENSIONER
• Remove the cam chain tensioner 1.

Suzuki VZR1800 2008 Specifications

General

Displacement	1783 cc
Bore x Stroke	112.0 mm x 90.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Front Tire	130/70R18M/C 63H
Overall Length	2485mm (97.8 inches)
Overall Height	1185 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm (5.5 in)
Seat Height	705 mm
Curb Weight	347 kg