Suzuki VZR1800 2008 User Manual

9-26 CHASSIS
• Inspect handlebar bushings for damage.
• If any damage is found, replace the handlebar bushing with a
new one.
REASSEMBLY
Reassemble the steering stem in the reverse order of disassem-
bly. Pay attention to the following points:
OUTER RACE
• Press in the upper and lower bearing outer races with the
special tools.
% 09941-34513: Steering outer race installer set
INNER RACE
• Press in the lower bearing with the special tool.
% 09925-18011: Steering bearing installer
INSTALLATION
Install the steering stem in the reverse order of removal. Pay
attention to the following points:
BEARING
• Apply SUZUKI SUPER GREASE “A” to the bearings.
' 99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE “A”
or equivalent
• Install the upper bearing 1 to the steering stem.
STEERING STEM NUT
• Install the dust seal 1.
• Install the steering stem 2.
• Install the steering stem nut 3 as shown.
NOTE:
The flange side A of the steering stem must face lower.

Suzuki VZR1800 2008 Specifications

General

Displacement	1783 cc
Bore x Stroke	112.0 mm x 90.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Engine Type	4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Front Tire	130/70R18M/C 63H
Overall Length	2485mm (97.8 inches)
Overall Height	1185 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm (5.5 in)
Seat Height	705 mm
Curb Weight	347 kg