Suzuki VZ1500 User Manual

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• Additional electrical accessories
may overload the existing electrical
system. Severe overloads may dam-
age the wiring harness or create a
hazardous situation due to the loss
of electrical power during the opera-
tion of the motorcycle.
• Do not pull a trailer or sidecar. This
motorcycle is not designed to pull a
trailer or sidecar.
LOADING LIMIT
• Never exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) of this motorcycle. The
GVWR is the combined weight of the
machine, accessories, payload, rider
and passenger. When selecting your
accessories, keep in mind the weight of
the riders as well as the weight of the
accessories. The additional weight of
the accessories may not only create an
unsafe riding condition but may also
affect the steering ease.
 WARNING
Overloading or improper loading can
cause loss of motorcycle control and
this may result in an accident.
Follow loading limits and loading
guidelines in this manual.

Suzuki VZ1500 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Suzuki
Model	VZ1500
Displacement	1462cc
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Starter	Electric
Final Drive	Shaft Drive
Front Suspension	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Ground Clearance	140 mm