Suzuki VL800 Service Manual

1-6 GENERAL INFORMATION
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
During manufacturing only the best possible materials are used and all machined parts are finished to a very
high standard. It is still necessary to allow the moving parts to “BREAK-IN” before subjecting the engine to
maximum stresses. The future performance and reliability of the engine depends on the care and restraint
exercised during its early life. Refer to the following break-in engine speed recommendations.
• Keep to these break-in throttle positions during the break-in period.
Break-in throttle operation
Initial 800 km ( 500 miles): Less than ½ throttle
Up to 1 600 km (1 000 miles): Less than ¾ throttle
• Upon reaching an odometer reading of 1 600 km (1 000 miles) you can subject the mo orcycle to full throttle
operation.
CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION
The engine cylinders are identified as #1 and #2, as counted
from rear to front (as viewed by the rider on the seat).
#1
#1
#2
#2

Suzuki VL800 Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 45-degree V-twin
Displacement	805 cc
Bore x Stroke	83.0 mm x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio	9.4:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Disc brake
Rear Brakes	Drum brake
Wheelbase	1, 655 mm (65.2 in)
Ground Clearance	140 mm (5.5 in)
Seat Height	700 mm (27.6 in)
Front Tire	130/90-16M/C 67H
Rear Tire	170/80-15M/C 77H
Overall Height	1, 110 mm (43.7 in)