Suzuki GSF1200S User Manual

Rear Brakes: 4C-3
7) Install the new brake pads.
NOTE
Make sure that the detent of the pad is seated
onto the retainer on the caliper bracket.
8) Tighten the caliper mounting bolt (7) and pad
mounting pin (8) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Rear brake caliper mounting bolt (a): 22 N·m (
2.2 kgf-m, 16.0 lb-ft)
Rear brake pad mounting pin (b): 18 N·m (1.8
kgf-m, 13.0 lb-ft)
9) Install the plug (9) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Pad pin plug (c): 2.5 N·m (0.25 kgf-m, 1.8 lb-ft)
NOTE
After replacing the brake pads, pump the
brake pedal few times to check for proper
brake operation and then check the brake
fluid level.
Rear Brake Caliper Removal and Installation
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Removal
1) Drain brake fluid. Refer to “Brake Fluid
Replacement: in Section 4A”.
2) Remove the brake hose from the caliper by
removing the union bolt (1) and catch the brake fluid
in a suitable receptacle.
NOTE
Place a rag underneath the union bolt on the
brake caliper to catch any spilt brake fluid.
3) Remove the brake pads. Refer to “Rear Brake Pad
Replacement: ”.
NOTE
Slightly loosen the sliding pin (2) to facilitate
later disassembly, if necessary.
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(b)
8,
(a)
7,
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(c)
9,
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2
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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