Suzuki GSF1200S User Manual

1J-15 Charging System:
Battery Removal and Installation
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Refer to “Electrical Components Location: in Section
0A”.
Removal
1) Remove the seat. Refer to “Exterior Parts Removal
and Installation: in Section 9D”.
2) Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1).
3) Disconnect the battery (+) lead wire (2).
NOTE
Be sure to disconnect the battery (–) lead
wire (1) first, then disconnect the battery (+)
lead wire (2).
4) Remove the rubber band (3).
5) Remove the battery (4) from the motorcycle.
Installation
Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to following points:
CAUTION
!
Never use anything except the specified
battery.
• Tighten the battery lead wire mounting bolts securely.
Battery Visual Inspection
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Inspect the battery in the following procedures:
1) Remove the seat. Refer to “Exterior Parts Removal
and Installation: in Section 9D”.
2) Visually inspect the surface of the battery container.
If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from
the sides of the battery have occurred, replace the
battery with a new one.
If the battery terminals are found to be coated with
rust or an acidic white powdery substance, clean the
battery terminals with sandpaper.
3) Install the seat. Refer to “Exterior Parts Removal and
Installation: in Section 9D”.
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Suzuki GSF1200S Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Bore x Stroke	79.0 mm x 59.0 mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Front Tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Overall Width	790 mm (31.1 in)
Seat Height	790 mm (31.1 in)
Lubrication	Wet sump
Final Drive	Chain
Starter	Electric
Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC
Rear Suspension	Link-type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 liters
Rear Suspension Adjustability	Preload adjustable
Ground Clearance	135 mm
Overall Length	2, 130 mm