Refer to “transmission removal” , “transmission installation” and “countershaft gear / driveshaft gear disassembly and assembly” .
Gearshift fork to groove clearance
| Note the clearance for each gearshift fork plays an important role in the smoothness and positiveness of the shifting action. |
Using the thickness gauge, check the gearshift fork clearance in the groove of its gear.
If the clearance checked is noted to exceed the limit specified, replace the fork or its gear, or both.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20803 (thickness gauge)
Gearshift fork to gearshift fork groove clearance standard: 0.1 – 0.3 Mm (0.004 – 0.012 In) service limit: 0.5 Mm (0.02 In)

Gearshift fork groove width
Measure the gearshift fork groove width using the vernier calipers.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20102 (vernier calipers
(200 mm))
Gearshift fork groove width standard: 5.0 – 5.1 Mm (0.197 – 0.201 In)

Gearshift fork thickness
Measure the gearshift fork thickness using the vernier calipers.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20102 (vernier calipers
(200 mm))
Gearshift fork thickness standard: 4.8 – 4.9 Mm (0.189 – 0.193 In)

Gearshift cam
Inspect the gearshift cam groove for abnormal wear and damage. If any defects are found, replace the gearshift cam with a new one.

Gearshift cam bearing
Inspect the gearshift cam bearings, left and right for abnormal noise and smooth rotation.
Replace the bearing if there is anything unusual. Refer to “transmission removal” and “transmission installation” .

Driveshaft bearing
Inspect the driveshaft left bearing for abnormal noise and smooth rotation while it is in the case.
Replace the bearing if there is anything unusual. Refer to “transmission removal” and “transmission installation” .

Inspect the driveshaft right bearing for abnormal noise and smooth rotation.
If there is anything unusual, replace the bearing assembly. Refer to “transmission removal” and “transmission installation” .

Driveshaft oil seal
Inspect the driveshaft left bearing dust seal for wear and damage.
Replace the dust seal if there is anything unusual. Refer to “transmission removal” and “transmission installation” .

Gear position (gp) switch inspection
Refer to “side-stand / ignition interlock system parts inspection” in section 1i .
Countershaft gear / driveshaft gear
disassembly and assembly
Gear position (gp) switch removal and installationBrake system inspection
Inspect brake system
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter
Inspect brake hose and brake fluid
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
The brake system of this motorcycle is
filled with a glycol-based brake flui ...
Accessory use
The addition of unsuitable accessories
can lead to unsafe operating
conditions. It is not possible
for suzuki to test each accessory
on the market or combinations of
all the available accessories; however,
your dealer can assist you in
selecting quality accessories and
installing them correc ...
Starting off
Warning
Riding this motorcycle at
excessive speed increases
your chances of losing control
of the motorcycle. This may
result in an accident.
Always ride within the limits of
your skills, your motorcycle,
and the riding conditions.
Warning
Remov ...