Suzuki GSF1200S User Manual

Front Brakes: 4B-5
• Apply the brake fluid to piston seals (1) and dust seals
(2).
CAUTION
!
• Replace the piston seals (1) and dust seals
(2) with new ones
BF: Brake fluid (DOT 4)
• Install the piston seals as shown.
• Install a new O-ring and reassemble caliper halves.
CAUTION
!
Replace the O-ring with a new one.
• Temporarily tighten the brake caliper housing bolts.
CAUTION
!
After installing the brake caliper to the front
fork, tighten the brake caliper housing bolts
to the specified torque. Refer to “Front Brake
Caliper Removal and Installation: ”.
Special tool
(A): 09930–11920 (Torx bit (JT 40H))
(B): 09930–11940 (Bit holder)
Tightening torque
Front brake caliper housing bolt (a): 21 N·m (2.1
kgf-m, 15.0 lb-ft)
• Install the brake pads. Refer to “Front Brake Pad
Replacement: ”.
Front Brake Caliper Parts Inspection
B649G14206016
Refer to “Front Brake Caliper Disassembly and
Assembly: ”.
Brake Caliper Cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks,
scratches or other damage. If any damage is found,
replace the caliper with a new one.
Brake Caliper Piston
Inspect the brake caliper piston surface for any
scratches or other damage. If any damage is found,
replace the piston with a new one.
1
2
I649G1420013-01
I649G1420014-01
(B)
(A)
(a)
(a)
I649G1420008-03
I649G1420015-01
I649G1420016-01

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