Suzuki GSF650S User Manual

SERVICING INFORMATION 7-9
BATTERY (MF BATTERY)
Complaint Symptom and possible causes Remedy
Sulfation or spots on
surfaces of cell
plates.
1. Cracked battery case.
2. Battery has been left in a run-down condition for a long
time.
Replace the battery.
Replace.
Battery runs down
quickly.
1. Incorrect charging method.
2. Battery cell plates have lost much of their active mate-
rial as a result of overcharging.
3. Internally shorted battery.
4. Excessively low battery voltage.
5. Battery is too old.
6. Dirty container top and sides.
Check generator, IC regulator,
or rectifier circuit connections,
and make necessary adjust-
ment to obtain specified charg-
ing operation.
Replace battery and correct
charging system.
Replace.
Recharge.
Replace.
Clean.
Battery sulfation. 1. Incorrect charging rate.
(When not in use, the battery should be checked at
least once a month and properly charged if necessary,
to avoid sulfation.)
2. The battery was left unused in a cold climate for too
long.
Replace battery.
Replace the battery if badly
sulfated.
Battery discharges
too rapidly.
1. Dirty container top and sides.
2. Current leaks.
Clean.
Measure leakage current and
replace defective parts.

Suzuki GSF650S Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore x Stroke	65.5 mm x 48.7 mm
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Displacement	656 cm³
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Front Tire	120/70ZR17
Rear Tire	160/60ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity	19 liters
Seat Height	790 mm