which one would be the best one to learn on?i am 24 years old, 5 1 and i have short legs.|||Hmm, that's a tough one. I think either one would be a suitable learner's bike. You should pick the one with the best resale value, in case you want to trade up.
Your best bet is to take the MSF course so you learn all the "right" things in a controlled environment, and you can earn your license at the end of the course.|||My wife is also 5'1" and has short legs. we went to the honda dealer to buy her a rebel and came to the following conclusions..
the rebel is only a 250 and good to learn on, but if you're going to buy a brand new bike spend like $30 more a month and walk over and look at the 750's. they're a lot more bike for the money, just fine to learn on, and with her short legs she can flatfoot it. if you buy the 250 you will outgrow it and want to trade up within a year and spend more money, save yourself money now by spending a little more and get on a 750, she learned on/ rides a 07 Honda spirit 750 c2,essentially the same bike as a honda aero, but more hotroddy cruiser style.
don't be intimidated by the bigger bike, theyre very easy to handle and much nicer in the wind than the little 250|||You're looking at two low slung cruisers and a standard. The Suzuki 250 Cruiser with the low saddle is the GZ250.
All three are excellent bikes, will all last indefinitely with regular maintenance. All easy to handle at about 320-330 pounds wet. All are excelent street bikes, all capable of running the freeways at 70 mph. All will run hundreds of miles on two-lane roads at 50-55 mph while delivering 80+ mpg. The one that is "best" is the one you are most comfortable sitting on.
I was looking at this group four years ago. The Honda poked me in the thighs when I had my feet down. The Suzi and Yami were both comfortable and I was trying to sort between the v-twin and single.
Which was when I noticed Suzi's LS650 -- the big single. Physically the same size as the 250's, only 50 pounds heavier, but with a 652cc single capable of cruising the Interstates at 70-75 with a top speed of 85. This would be a better bike if you want to go on a long trip. Otherwise, any and all of the 250's are 'best'.|||the smallest engine bike out of the three, or if they are the same then choose the one You can handle the best, then get the feel of the bike and then if you want Upgrade in a year or so.|||the motorcycle coarse i took had all those models.if you havent taken a coarse,i suggest yo do. you will learn a lot.|||I would go for the Rebel is well. My wife has one and it is a well built bike. Im sure the others are good as well, but I like the Hondas myself.|||Im partial to the durability and dependability of hondas so for that reason Id tell you to go for the rebel.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Where do I find VIN# on a Suzuki motorcycle?
On the title/registration and on the stamped metal plate on the left side of the frame in front of the gas tank and behind the forks.|||i got an 04 SV650 and its on the frame where front fork goes through|||There is one on the engine as well.
What Suzuki or other brand motorcycle is best suited for long distance travel/riding?
I'm seeking a low-priced bike that I could travel cross country.|||Up until maybe twenty years ago, there was only one answer to this question. BMW built absolutely the best long-range bikes, across the board. An airhead boxer was for many years the best way to go. The introduction of the K-series brought a whole new level of long-range highway prowess, based on a combination of ergonomics, smoothness, longevity and fairly easy serviceability.
Today's bikes are so good, however, that you can tour on just about anything. I would stay away from cruisers, as the ridiculous riding position puts you at a disadvantage for best control of the bike. I also shy away from the heavy tourers like the Gold Wing or BMW's grotesque LT series. They may be fine on the highway, but they are just too big to go where i want to go.
If you like Suzuki, you could ride a GS500 coast to coast. I would find the Bandit a more attractive highway bike at a relatively economical price.|||bmw's are verry common for this use a good friend of mine traveled thru africa for several months on a bmw and says he wouldnt have it any other way|||In the 'olden days' (the 60s and 70s) a 'touring bike' was any motorcycle you could bungee a sleeping bag to. Today there are specially designed 'touring' bikes, also 'sport touring' bikes that are more of a compromise between touring and more general purpose riding.
The special touring bikes tend to be big and heavy for stability and stamina on the highway, but too big to be fun in town. The Honda Gold Wing is the best known and most popular. BMW makes a huge touring bike also (very expensive).
In 'sport touring' you have more of a choice. I have a Honda ST1100 (the current model is the ST1300) which is sort of the Gold WIng's little brother. Still kind of big and heavy but wonderfully smooth and comfortable on the highway. Sport-touring bikes go down to 500 or 600 ccs, so the don't have to be huge. It depends on what ratio of city street/road/highway riding you do.
Anything over 500cc will go cross country. Actually almost any motorcycle made these days, 500cc or bigger, will go 80 mph all day long with no trouble. Some are more comfortable than others, but then comfort is more important to some people than to others. 8^)
For a smaller tourer, a good choice is the Suzuki V-Strom. It's the same V-twin engine as the SV-650 but it has a fairing. A fairing or a windshield is a good thing to have, it keeps the wind off you and over a day of riding the constant wind in your face really tires you out. But you can retrofit windshields to most bikes.
Cruisers also make good touring bikes because they're very comfortable. Harley Davidson are the nicest, but expensive. The Honda Shadow is a good Japanese cruiser. They have the footpegs out front so your legs stretch out in front of you, and that is more comfortable. Some people like the cruiser style, others don't. To each his own. 8^)|||My dad ran coast to coast on a CB350 Honda. Now he rides a Cavalcade. So just about any bike will make the trip if it's in good mechanical condition. However there is no substitute for cubic inches. If you want a Suzi...LC1500/C90 or bigger.|||"Best Suited" will get you a lot of opinions, but "best" depends on what you want. You say you are seeking "low priced" which again is a variable. Some people apparently think a $10,000 touring bike is low priced. Low price that you *can* travel cross country on? Anything that is reliable and highway legal.
I ride a Suzuki Savage, introduced in 1986 and still sold as the S40. Bought mine used for %26lt;$2400, new can be had for just a little over $5K out the door. It's a 652cc single. Have traveled LA-OKC, will be going LAX-SEA later this year, next year a millitay reunion and an LA to Biloxi run. I find it fully capable as a touring machine. Others think I'm out of my mind. Other crazy people tour on 250cc Ninjas. You do not need a 600 pound bike with a car size engine to travel cross country.|||As I get older, I'm more inclined to look for comfort rather than speed when I shop for a new motorcycle. IMHO, My BMW K1200LT is the ultimate in a long-distance traveling motorcycle, but BMWs are not cheap to buy or to maintain. Honda Gold Wings are also good traveling bikes, but too big and heavy for a beginner. Some people will recommend Harley-Davidson, but you won't find a 'low priced' Harley that's mechanically sound or reliable for long distance riding.
If I were shopping for a budget bike that would be a good cross-country ride, I'd look for one of the medium sized (750-900 cc) metric cruiser style bikes like the Kawasaki Vulcan, Suzuki Boulevard, Honda Shadow or Yamaha Star. As a minimum, look for a bike with a big comfortable seat, a windshield and saddle bags.|||What is YOUR definition of low-priced?
For about $5,000 to $6,000 I would look at a Suzuki DL-650 V-Strom. Or the Honda St1100. Or an older Honda Goldwing. Or a Triumph Tiger. Don't forget, you need a machine that is comfortable and has room for your traveling gear. Hard bags are great for keeping your gear safe and dry. Sport bikes are out of the question. While I will garner a few thumbs down, I don't care. Sport bikes are not comfortable, offer zero protection from the elements, and have very limited room for gear.
My thoughts on cruisers. The low seating position combined with forward controls and forward bars means a slouching seating position with is hard on your lower back. Many people ride cruisers. I am not one of them due to lower back issues.
A motorcycle is a great way to see the country. I have enjoyed every trip I have made.
Good Luck
Today's bikes are so good, however, that you can tour on just about anything. I would stay away from cruisers, as the ridiculous riding position puts you at a disadvantage for best control of the bike. I also shy away from the heavy tourers like the Gold Wing or BMW's grotesque LT series. They may be fine on the highway, but they are just too big to go where i want to go.
If you like Suzuki, you could ride a GS500 coast to coast. I would find the Bandit a more attractive highway bike at a relatively economical price.|||bmw's are verry common for this use a good friend of mine traveled thru africa for several months on a bmw and says he wouldnt have it any other way|||In the 'olden days' (the 60s and 70s) a 'touring bike' was any motorcycle you could bungee a sleeping bag to. Today there are specially designed 'touring' bikes, also 'sport touring' bikes that are more of a compromise between touring and more general purpose riding.
The special touring bikes tend to be big and heavy for stability and stamina on the highway, but too big to be fun in town. The Honda Gold Wing is the best known and most popular. BMW makes a huge touring bike also (very expensive).
In 'sport touring' you have more of a choice. I have a Honda ST1100 (the current model is the ST1300) which is sort of the Gold WIng's little brother. Still kind of big and heavy but wonderfully smooth and comfortable on the highway. Sport-touring bikes go down to 500 or 600 ccs, so the don't have to be huge. It depends on what ratio of city street/road/highway riding you do.
Anything over 500cc will go cross country. Actually almost any motorcycle made these days, 500cc or bigger, will go 80 mph all day long with no trouble. Some are more comfortable than others, but then comfort is more important to some people than to others. 8^)
For a smaller tourer, a good choice is the Suzuki V-Strom. It's the same V-twin engine as the SV-650 but it has a fairing. A fairing or a windshield is a good thing to have, it keeps the wind off you and over a day of riding the constant wind in your face really tires you out. But you can retrofit windshields to most bikes.
Cruisers also make good touring bikes because they're very comfortable. Harley Davidson are the nicest, but expensive. The Honda Shadow is a good Japanese cruiser. They have the footpegs out front so your legs stretch out in front of you, and that is more comfortable. Some people like the cruiser style, others don't. To each his own. 8^)|||My dad ran coast to coast on a CB350 Honda. Now he rides a Cavalcade. So just about any bike will make the trip if it's in good mechanical condition. However there is no substitute for cubic inches. If you want a Suzi...LC1500/C90 or bigger.|||"Best Suited" will get you a lot of opinions, but "best" depends on what you want. You say you are seeking "low priced" which again is a variable. Some people apparently think a $10,000 touring bike is low priced. Low price that you *can* travel cross country on? Anything that is reliable and highway legal.
I ride a Suzuki Savage, introduced in 1986 and still sold as the S40. Bought mine used for %26lt;$2400, new can be had for just a little over $5K out the door. It's a 652cc single. Have traveled LA-OKC, will be going LAX-SEA later this year, next year a millitay reunion and an LA to Biloxi run. I find it fully capable as a touring machine. Others think I'm out of my mind. Other crazy people tour on 250cc Ninjas. You do not need a 600 pound bike with a car size engine to travel cross country.|||As I get older, I'm more inclined to look for comfort rather than speed when I shop for a new motorcycle. IMHO, My BMW K1200LT is the ultimate in a long-distance traveling motorcycle, but BMWs are not cheap to buy or to maintain. Honda Gold Wings are also good traveling bikes, but too big and heavy for a beginner. Some people will recommend Harley-Davidson, but you won't find a 'low priced' Harley that's mechanically sound or reliable for long distance riding.
If I were shopping for a budget bike that would be a good cross-country ride, I'd look for one of the medium sized (750-900 cc) metric cruiser style bikes like the Kawasaki Vulcan, Suzuki Boulevard, Honda Shadow or Yamaha Star. As a minimum, look for a bike with a big comfortable seat, a windshield and saddle bags.|||What is YOUR definition of low-priced?
For about $5,000 to $6,000 I would look at a Suzuki DL-650 V-Strom. Or the Honda St1100. Or an older Honda Goldwing. Or a Triumph Tiger. Don't forget, you need a machine that is comfortable and has room for your traveling gear. Hard bags are great for keeping your gear safe and dry. Sport bikes are out of the question. While I will garner a few thumbs down, I don't care. Sport bikes are not comfortable, offer zero protection from the elements, and have very limited room for gear.
My thoughts on cruisers. The low seating position combined with forward controls and forward bars means a slouching seating position with is hard on your lower back. Many people ride cruisers. I am not one of them due to lower back issues.
A motorcycle is a great way to see the country. I have enjoyed every trip I have made.
Good Luck
Have a 2003 Suzuki GS 250 motorcycle. When I use the brakes, I hear a loud shrieking noise.?
It sounds as though the noise is coming from the front break area. Any ideas on what this could be..........and what remedies can I take to alleviate the problem. Thanks.|||as VikingLo... stated ... the pads have a different material built in to the pad down close to where the end of the pad meets the metal base. it is designed to make a squeeling noise so you know it's getting close to time to replace the pads with new ones.
merely replace the old pads with new ones and the noise should go away.
likewise, there is also the possibility that the fuild has been boiled and the noise is coming from the burnt fluid or the pads get overly hot ... that happens alot on dirt bikes, especially enduro or harescrambles bikes that are run for long races, usually when really hot temperatures on a tight course where you are using the brakes frequently... I kinda doubt that is the case with your bike though...|||could be pad vibration ... they not necesarily worn out...
so if you have had pads replaced not long ago they may have left out the shim that sits in behind the pad on some bikes...
but try these 2 sites for lots of info on brakes %26amp; fixing bikes..
http://www.carbibles.com/brake_bible.htm鈥?/a>
http://www.dansmc.com/MC_repaircourse.ht鈥?/a>|||It could be a brake pad indicator warning. If your pads get too thin, it will give you and audible sound to let you know the pads need replacing.
merely replace the old pads with new ones and the noise should go away.
likewise, there is also the possibility that the fuild has been boiled and the noise is coming from the burnt fluid or the pads get overly hot ... that happens alot on dirt bikes, especially enduro or harescrambles bikes that are run for long races, usually when really hot temperatures on a tight course where you are using the brakes frequently... I kinda doubt that is the case with your bike though...|||could be pad vibration ... they not necesarily worn out...
so if you have had pads replaced not long ago they may have left out the shim that sits in behind the pad on some bikes...
but try these 2 sites for lots of info on brakes %26amp; fixing bikes..
http://www.carbibles.com/brake_bible.htm鈥?/a>
http://www.dansmc.com/MC_repaircourse.ht鈥?/a>|||It could be a brake pad indicator warning. If your pads get too thin, it will give you and audible sound to let you know the pads need replacing.
I have a 1980 suzuki gs550L motorcycle the petcock has prim an on off positions?
it don't have a leaver i must use small flat head screw driver to set cant figure out which position it should be in to run Vertical horizontal or diagonal can any one tell me what positions are what|||prim is the prime mode, which lets fuel flow anytime, and normally shouldn't be needed as it could flood the carb over time.
on and off are just what they say, on and off, on that style of petcock the fuel will only flow when the engine is running, should have a vacuum line attached as well as a fuel line|||up and down not across
on and off are just what they say, on and off, on that style of petcock the fuel will only flow when the engine is running, should have a vacuum line attached as well as a fuel line|||up and down not across
How much should i list my suzuki 4 wheel drive motorcycle for?
it has 2,500 miles on it. practically new! both wheels are brand new and the 4 wheel drive works great! not a scam!|||4wheel drive motorcycle?
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Suzuki motorcycle katana 600cc cold weather starting problems?
my crystal ball is foggy this morning
more information please|||I have a 2000 GSX750F, it needs to run on the choke longer than it should, even in warm weather. It runs fine after it is warmed up. Just a characteristic of the bike I think. But need a little more info.|||keep it sheltered in a garage.|||I had a 97 GSX750F Katana and it was a pig in the cold too. Nothing new there. They're oil cooled and when the oil is cold they don't like to start easy and run on the choke WAY longer than I would have liked. If you question is simply "do Katanas dislike starting in the cold weather?" the answer is 'yes'. If there is more to the problem, please add details.|||might need a battery with a higher cold cranking amp rating
more information please|||I have a 2000 GSX750F, it needs to run on the choke longer than it should, even in warm weather. It runs fine after it is warmed up. Just a characteristic of the bike I think. But need a little more info.|||keep it sheltered in a garage.|||I had a 97 GSX750F Katana and it was a pig in the cold too. Nothing new there. They're oil cooled and when the oil is cold they don't like to start easy and run on the choke WAY longer than I would have liked. If you question is simply "do Katanas dislike starting in the cold weather?" the answer is 'yes'. If there is more to the problem, please add details.|||might need a battery with a higher cold cranking amp rating
How to install a clutch for a 97 GSX-R Suzuki 600 motorcycle?
Its pretty easy. Remember how you took the old one out? Reverse that process. Make sure you soak the new clutch discs in new oil prior to install! Dont put them in dry!!!! And, use some lite sand paper on the friction plates.|||step one GET THE BOOK!!!! and a clutch compressor tool!!!|||So I don't have to re-type, search for question -
YAMAHA R6 2006!! Assemble new clutch?
Here are some pictures of your clutch -
http://www.mrcycles.com/
Purchase a shop manual -
http://www.motocom.com/motorcycles/|||Heres the manual
http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/s鈥?/a>
YAMAHA R6 2006!! Assemble new clutch?
Here are some pictures of your clutch -
http://www.mrcycles.com/
Purchase a shop manual -
http://www.motocom.com/motorcycles/|||Heres the manual
http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/s鈥?/a>
How do you take off the Seat to a Suzuki Gsx-r600 motorcycle.?
Its a 98 and called an SRAD. If you have any ideas how to get it off let me know. Thanks|||To take the seat off you have to pull back the coner of the set and uscrew the allen screw (5mm or 6mm) on both sides and it should come off.
How much should/would a pristine, show room quality 1976 Suzuki GT380 motorcycle go for?
Depends on the condition of the bike. If they are saying its in mint then you can spend about $1000. Over that is just crazy. Bike in general unless Italian or Harley's they just don't hold value very well.
What is the best site to find specs for a 2003 suzuki motorcycle?
lots of places probably have the info, just go to google and type 2003 suzuki specs and see what comes up, heres one site i found with alot of info on it.
Which of these motorcycles has the best exhaust sound?
Which of these motorcycles has the better exhaust sound: Kawasaki Ninja 500 or the Suzuki GS500F? I know that the sound can be modified in a multitiude of ways, but I'm talking about stock. Thanks!|||-"Them motorcycles were fast and loud , they went voom, vooom, voom"
-"No, no it went more bike Veen Veeeeeeeeen, Veeen".
-"Sound good cause they didn't cost a dime...shoot"
-"Yeah shoot"
SORRY I COULDEN'T RESIST - to answer your question get a harley or a buell. Those Buells sound great to me - not as much top speed but plenty of torque for handling fast in the twisty roads.|||There's no bike that sounds as good as a Yamaha V-Max w/ a 4-%26gt;1 pipe. sorry.
|||Suzuki rule!!!
|||totally the suzuki.
it's all like VRaWAAAAa
and the ninja's all goin BRwaoooaaaoaoahuu
i have a friend that modified a slide troubone head and mounted it on his Suzuki it is the BOOOOOmmM%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;MMMBBBBB man.|||To whom should the exhaust sound good? Very subjective question. I prefer an old school straight pipe Harley.|||I like the Suzuki because it delivers a throaty sound and not the zinggggg sound|||Ducati on full song, or a Manx Norton.|||Harleys or nothing.|||Suzuki and it is more reliable less maintenance. Easily get 100,000 miles without a major over haul.|||I would have to say the Suzuki does.|||Suzuki
-"No, no it went more bike Veen Veeeeeeeeen, Veeen".
-"Sound good cause they didn't cost a dime...shoot"
-"Yeah shoot"
SORRY I COULDEN'T RESIST - to answer your question get a harley or a buell. Those Buells sound great to me - not as much top speed but plenty of torque for handling fast in the twisty roads.|||There's no bike that sounds as good as a Yamaha V-Max w/ a 4-%26gt;1 pipe. sorry.
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|||totally the suzuki.
it's all like VRaWAAAAa
and the ninja's all goin BRwaoooaaaoaoahuu
i have a friend that modified a slide troubone head and mounted it on his Suzuki it is the BOOOOOmmM%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;MMMBBBBB man.|||To whom should the exhaust sound good? Very subjective question. I prefer an old school straight pipe Harley.|||I like the Suzuki because it delivers a throaty sound and not the zinggggg sound|||Ducati on full song, or a Manx Norton.|||Harleys or nothing.|||Suzuki and it is more reliable less maintenance. Easily get 100,000 miles without a major over haul.|||I would have to say the Suzuki does.|||Suzuki
I lost the only key i had for a 2006 Suzuki gs500.?
I lost the only key i have to my 2006 suzuki motorcycle key. How do I go about getting a new key, I need help thanks.|||Yikees! You will need to contact the dealer if the key requires a chip. They will need the vin#. With my honda, I went to a stereo %26amp; car alarm shop. They ordered a key %26amp; then had to program the chip but I did already have a key I was just getting an extra. I knew the guy and only paid $60. In your case I bet you will have to deal with the dealer. I hope things work out.|||do you live near or in Coleraine?If you do there is a vechile shop in or near Coleraine.Find it(obviously with another car)and tow your suzuki motorcycle with that other car.They should be able to deliver the key if they can see the shape of the keyhole|||The Suzuki dealer can get you another for a small fee. you only have to prove ownership.|||Instead of just buying one new key, buy two.|||go to the company and they will help u getting a new key..
I am looking for an apron that would fit on a suzuki c90t motorcycle?
i have a 2006 suzuki c90t boulevard motorcycle. i am trying to find a place that sells aprons for them. to keep the rain off so it doesn't rust.|||Try Lechters in most malls - they have EVERYTHING related to kitchens, cooking, etc. :-)|||You mean a bike cover?
Just about any dealer can get you one or try JC Whitney
Just about any dealer can get you one or try JC Whitney
Is a 2007 Suzuki gs500 capable with a 2006 Suzuki gs500 rear turn signal?
Will a 2006 suzuki Gs500F motorcycle rear turn signals work on a 2007 sukuki Gs500F motorcycle? Plz let me know!!|||Yes
What is the rear rim size of a 2004 Suzuki Volusia 800?
I have a bent rear rim on my 2004 Suzuki Volusia 800 motorcycle. Im not so sure if its completely bent or if the fact that some of the spokes popped out is making it jerk while riding. But either way, I'm not risking riding it. I was wondering if anyone can tell me the rear rim size is and how I may go about getting a rim? Need help its getting nice out!|||check the sidewall of the tire it's printed there|||http://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts
Which Suzuki motorcycle from the EARLY 80's was a full liter bike NOT GSXR!?
Suzuki made a large sportbike (1000-1200, not sure) in the early 80's. It had a sport fairing but a SINGLE ROUND HEADLIGHT. Can anyone tell me what model this was and what years it was produced or any other info on it? It was NOT a gsxr|||It was Suzuki GSE 1100. It had a short half fairing, with the light in the middle of it. The windshield was like 3 inches tall, it did deflect the wind when my head was on the tank. That was sweet bike I took one from Syracuse to Denver. That bike had so much smooth power it was sick. It has a detuned GSX engine, but it was detuned to run smooth. That was a great bike. Smooth and incredibly fast. If I found one now I wold buy it. I know they made it from 83- 87, not sure the last year they made it. It was a fun bike. I would hold up the front end in 3 gears easy. Toped out at 90 in third gear. It was a five speed. After market parts were out ther but not as many as for the Gixer. It is one of those bikes like the '74 yamaha RD400 daytona, RD350 or '79 Kawasaki 900Z triple.
Suzuki GS1100E|||Gsx1100|||Sounds like a GS1000 to me.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzuki_GS_s鈥?/a>|||the GS 1000L, E made in 1980 81 82 83 84 85
in 1982 it became the GS1100L,E
Suzuki GS1100E|||Gsx1100|||Sounds like a GS1000 to me.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzuki_GS_s鈥?/a>|||the GS 1000L, E made in 1980 81 82 83 84 85
in 1982 it became the GS1100L,E
I lost my motorcycles key ..2001 suzuki gsxr 1000..i need help please?
Nevec got it right.
Here is another option:
If you can get the bike to a locksmith, they can also easily make you a key. I think it cost me something like $25.|||The dealer can make you another key if you provide him with the serial numbers on the ignition switch-sometimes they are visible and some you have to pull the switch from the triple tree to access the #'s because they are hidden after it is bolted up.|||if you call or go to a dealer and give them the VIN for the bike, the title, and your ID they can confirm you are the owner and get a key sent to you.|||go to the suzuki industry.bring your motocycle to them.they would find a solution for you.me also i've got this problem with my moto.i do this method then they gave me a key.|||Go to a lock smith and have them make a key same day. Double sided keys are more expensive. Also call the dealer in your area to get a price quote.
Here is another option:
If you can get the bike to a locksmith, they can also easily make you a key. I think it cost me something like $25.|||The dealer can make you another key if you provide him with the serial numbers on the ignition switch-sometimes they are visible and some you have to pull the switch from the triple tree to access the #'s because they are hidden after it is bolted up.|||if you call or go to a dealer and give them the VIN for the bike, the title, and your ID they can confirm you are the owner and get a key sent to you.|||go to the suzuki industry.bring your motocycle to them.they would find a solution for you.me also i've got this problem with my moto.i do this method then they gave me a key.|||Go to a lock smith and have them make a key same day. Double sided keys are more expensive. Also call the dealer in your area to get a price quote.
How do i unrestrict my suzuki gs 500 motorcycle.?
I am coming up to the end of my restricted license period and I want to de ristrict my bike.|||auditor, he wants something that's actually faster than his restricted 500.|||go to a garage|||take it to a dealer, they will pull the plates if it is a physical system, or reprogram it if it's comp controlled
More GS info than you ever want is here:
http://gstwin.com/|||Sell it and buy a Harley.
More GS info than you ever want is here:
http://gstwin.com/|||Sell it and buy a Harley.
Which Suzuki motorcycle replaced the Katana?
I'm just curious.||| Recently replaced with the GSX650F|||The Katana dominated for a while but if i remember correct you had the Gsx 1150 ES and then came along the Gsxr pre slingshot followed by the Gsxr slingshot :)
Does anyone know to remove the seat on a 2000 suzuki intruder 800 motorcycle? Or how I can charge the battery?
I can not figure out how remove the seat. I need to jump the battery or replace it, but how do I remove the seat?|||First the "2000 suzuki intruder 800 is not a model. it is a name not a model. This is like going into a chevy dealer and say you need parts for a geo. he will ask what model. It is a 2000 VS800glk and you remove the seat by removing the passanger seat bolt under the sissy bar and then remove the front seat bolts that will be exposed when you remove the rear seat. Good luck|||Actually, the Intruder IS the model, VS800 is the model number. There's no other combination of Intruder and 800 that could mean anything else. So really, you could go into a dealer and say what he said, and the salesman would know exactly what you are talking about.
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What are the instructions to change the front brake pads on a suzuki 250 motorcycle?
can you tell me step by step how to do it|||Why are you posting the same question repeatedly?
As other several other people have already mentioned, buy a service manual. They have a wealth of information you can use often. It's money well spent...|||try youtube =D
As other several other people have already mentioned, buy a service manual. They have a wealth of information you can use often. It's money well spent...|||try youtube =D
Is jincheng parts compatible with Suzuki or any other motorcycles for that matter?
I need the charge controller. It seams like something I should be able to use from another brand if i find the one compatible. I heard that there is a 3rd party company for jincheng which mixes jincheng and suzuki parts in Japan. Its call Jincheng Suzuki. I was in hope that the charge regulator, electrifier, or what ever you call it in your country could be compatible. I'm in the Philippines, and if any Filipinos reading this knows of a place to get jincheng repairs in the manila area it would be much appreciated as well. Thanks|||You can use a voltage regulator/rectifier from most any bike.You'll need the wiring diagram and do some connector changes but it can be done.
Where do I check the coolant on my Suzuki Volusia 800 motorcycle?
I don't have an owners manual and I just bought the bike.|||I believe this is a closed system.|||right above the kick stand . a small hole , kinda hard to see . u also have to level the bike . but if u remove the storage compartment there , it will be easier to see . good luck|||you can go to www.allexperts.motorcycles.com and ask them...or to Suzuki website and ask them, or a local Suzuki dealership and ask them.
Is there a website that can instruct me how to reassemble my 2007 suzuki c90 motorcycle.?
Hello, I took my bike apart to have certain parts chromed and the guy took so long that I forgot how to put it back together. The front is the part that I need to reassemble mainly the forks.|||Nothing beats a good shop/service manual. Every owner should have one for their bike. Now having said that, perhaps you could go over to bikebandit and look your forks up and see what parts go where. While it will not give torque specs, it should be pretty complete
Purchasing a Suzuki on a Suzuki Card?
Anyone have any experience buying a Suzuki motorcycle on a Suzuki Card? Im not shure if that is the name of the card but, what are the pros and cons?|||Bart is correct, generally the rates are high on this type of card.|||the low interest rate and low monthly payment is for a limited time, usually for 2 years, then after that that 6.9% rate at $69 a month goes up to 21.9% at $235.00 per month.
best way, figure out what the payment is per month to pay it off in 2 years or less and pay it that way.
best way, figure out what the payment is per month to pay it off in 2 years or less and pay it that way.
I have a 1982 Suzuki GS650L motorcycle and the fuel meter won't read correctly anymore.?
A couple weeks after purchasing it I ran it out of gas and being unfamiliar with the fuel-cock design I switched it to prime instead of reserve by accident. Now my fuel meter always reads between a quarter and a half of a tank.Could this be the reason my fuel meter isn't working? If so how can I fix it? If not, then what could possibly be the problem?|||I think you have an unrelated problem that just happened to occur. The float inside the tank sends a signal to the guage. Potential problems are the sending unit finally died, a wire off the sending unit or a wire broken on the sending unit, the plastic or cork float inside the tank has developed a leak and has let fuel inside there fore never allowing it to show full (most likely). Fixes-well Suzuki is not gonna have the sending unit at this point, so you will be stuck with trying to fix the one you have. If you can find an drain all the fuel out and seal the hole, great, it should work as new. If not you will be stuck with finding a floating devise-cork works well but has its own set of problems-ie tends to crumble after a while in the fuel. Then coating it so it does not literally fall apart and getting a glue that is impervious to petroleum so it can be attached onto the arm.
You could also try a salvage yard for a used unit, once the problem has been found and identified.|||A simple test of the old Suzuki fuel gauge is to remove the seat and find the fuel gauge wires near the back of the fuel tank. There should be two wires, as I remember one is yellow and black, the other is black and white. If you unplug them and then reconnect the two bike side ends, the fuel gauge should swing over to full reading. If it does then your problem is with the sending unit in the tank, if it doesn't go to full then the problem is with the gauge itself. Just for the record, those early Suzuki gas gauges were never very accurate. The best gas gauge is your trip meter. Reset when you fill the tank, take note of the reading when you have to switch to reserve. That way every time you get on your bike one quick look and you'll know how many more miles you've got before you'll have to start looking for a gas station.|||take the bike to your local suzuki dealer and
let them fix it.
You could also try a salvage yard for a used unit, once the problem has been found and identified.|||A simple test of the old Suzuki fuel gauge is to remove the seat and find the fuel gauge wires near the back of the fuel tank. There should be two wires, as I remember one is yellow and black, the other is black and white. If you unplug them and then reconnect the two bike side ends, the fuel gauge should swing over to full reading. If it does then your problem is with the sending unit in the tank, if it doesn't go to full then the problem is with the gauge itself. Just for the record, those early Suzuki gas gauges were never very accurate. The best gas gauge is your trip meter. Reset when you fill the tank, take note of the reading when you have to switch to reserve. That way every time you get on your bike one quick look and you'll know how many more miles you've got before you'll have to start looking for a gas station.|||take the bike to your local suzuki dealer and
let them fix it.
Cost of removing restrictor on Suzuki GSF 650 - K8 motorcycle?
Does anyone know how the Suzuki GSF 650 K8 motorcycle is restricted and approximately how much it should cost to remove the restriction?|||It's not restricted form the factory so if it is you'll have to find out who and what they did to restrict it.|||I own an '06 GSF650, and if it is restricted, it must be up past the 200 kmp/h point. I've had her up that high, and it still feels like there is a little more to go.
Interested in starting a Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha motorcycle dealership - does anyone know the startup costs?
Are there minimum cycle orders from each of the manufacturers?|||there aren't minimum orders, but there are turn and earn standards.... to get the hot stuff, you gotta order the crappy stuff
you also have to accept all the crap they send out for special service tools, point of sale material, training standards, and minimum parts stocking standards. it all adds up big.
most jurisdictions require a bond to be put up before they'll issue a dealer license, you have manufacturer standards for the facility, staffing.... there is alot more to this than having a passion to want to sell bikes.
HD requires 2 mill in liquid cash and a net worth of 10mill before you will be considered for an interview.
Imports may be different, but you wanna deal with several of them all at once?
I'd guess you'll need the same dough as harley wants, and i'm basing this off car dealership experience, haven't been interested in a new bike franchise, only ever sold used bikes|||try 1,000,000. Don't feel like going into details.
you also have to accept all the crap they send out for special service tools, point of sale material, training standards, and minimum parts stocking standards. it all adds up big.
most jurisdictions require a bond to be put up before they'll issue a dealer license, you have manufacturer standards for the facility, staffing.... there is alot more to this than having a passion to want to sell bikes.
HD requires 2 mill in liquid cash and a net worth of 10mill before you will be considered for an interview.
Imports may be different, but you wanna deal with several of them all at once?
I'd guess you'll need the same dough as harley wants, and i'm basing this off car dealership experience, haven't been interested in a new bike franchise, only ever sold used bikes|||try 1,000,000. Don't feel like going into details.
How do I get the gas tank off of a Suzuki Savage Motorcycle?
Remove the seat. I believe the fuel tank is bolted to the frame at the rear on both sides. Remove the fuel line and it should come right off.|||You have to release the speedo cable and the dash lights, as well. I don't remember how to access them, you may have to remove the tank bolt, lift the tank to get to them.
http://www.bikebandit.com/2000-suzuki-ls鈥?/a>
http://www.bikebandit.com/2000-suzuki-ls鈥?/a>
Anyone else think scooters are more dangerous than motorcycles? just curious?
I'm fairly convinced that this is the case. I've ridden a Suzuki Gs500 motorcycle for 15 years, and my closest rendezvous with death was on a 50cc Honda clone scooter. any thoughts?|||A scooter *IS* a motorcycle. Neither is inherently dangerous. What is dangerous is a vehicle that is not capable of keeping up with traffic of speed -- such as a 50cc "scooter" or a 50cc "motorcycle".|||Since the vast majority of scooters are ridden by novices and commuters I suspect that there are more accidents involving scooters than bikes percentage-wise, however that is overwhelmingly due to the rider and not the machine.
I would also suspect that there are less serious accidents involving scooters due to limited speeds.|||Neither are dangerous.
Both are simply 2 wheeled bikes that have nothing dangerous about them.
What is dangerous is the way they are ridden / the people who ride them / the other road users around them / the road conditions around them..... etc
A chefs carving knife thats sharp enough to cut through bone is not dangerous. Give it to a psychopath %26amp; it becomes a deadly tool.
You cant blame the machine, its just a machine.|||yup scooters are more dangerous.. motorcycle is safer
because i tried both of them.. scooter sometimes breaks down much and when u go high speed in scooter u start to go left and right then ur going to fall down big time|||you have a cool bike
I only dream of a sports bike
on a motorcycle is safer just because you have a helmet and protection|||I don't believe scooters are as dangerous|||i think scooters are dangerous period...small tires react too fast,,,small brakes. small profile (cant see them) and seemingly small brains in the people that ride them|||i agree, you are more likely to get killed by a biker if you ride a scooter,
I would also suspect that there are less serious accidents involving scooters due to limited speeds.|||Neither are dangerous.
Both are simply 2 wheeled bikes that have nothing dangerous about them.
What is dangerous is the way they are ridden / the people who ride them / the other road users around them / the road conditions around them..... etc
A chefs carving knife thats sharp enough to cut through bone is not dangerous. Give it to a psychopath %26amp; it becomes a deadly tool.
You cant blame the machine, its just a machine.|||yup scooters are more dangerous.. motorcycle is safer
because i tried both of them.. scooter sometimes breaks down much and when u go high speed in scooter u start to go left and right then ur going to fall down big time|||you have a cool bike
I only dream of a sports bike
on a motorcycle is safer just because you have a helmet and protection|||I don't believe scooters are as dangerous|||i think scooters are dangerous period...small tires react too fast,,,small brakes. small profile (cant see them) and seemingly small brains in the people that ride them|||i agree, you are more likely to get killed by a biker if you ride a scooter,
I have 1984 Suzuki motorcycle (249cc) I am 19 and I am in UK. It has MOT and TAX. What should I do next?
Is there something I can do? Or it would be best to sell it?|||You could try riding it.
Can ABS and rear disk break be fitted on my Suzuki GS150R motorcycle ?
Disk Brakes are easily fit-able but ABS is engineers work.
Rear disk breaks are cool. Using ABS, can mess up the system.|||No, you need a lot of components for this and they have to be programmed and no after market parts are available|||no. Junk India bike. total rubbish.
Rear disk breaks are cool. Using ABS, can mess up the system.|||No, you need a lot of components for this and they have to be programmed and no after market parts are available|||no. Junk India bike. total rubbish.
How do you split the engine casing of a 1987 Suzuki DS80 motorcycle?
-Drain the oil
-Remove the cylinder
-Remove the flywheel
-Remove the clutch cover and everything inside
-Remove all the bolts holding the cases together
-Use a case splitter tool, or tap the crankshaft and transmission shafts with a soft hammer.
http://www.motionpro.com/
Go to - Tools - Pullers - Crankcase Splitter %26amp; Flywheel pullers|||You need to isolate the k-boot spires and junk them, then spool the junctures of the engine casing and dismantle the brittle bump. The rest is too easy even for you.|||Go to the dealer and buy a shop manual.|||If your having trouble getting the case halves apart the crank shaft may be rusted to the bearings. You can either soak the lower end in penetrating oil for a few days or take it to a machine shop and have them press the case halves apart. It may be tempting to do so, but don't pry the halves apart by sticking something directly between them like a screwdriver. If you gouge the mating surface not only may you leak gear box oil, but the lower end could leak air and the motor won't run at all then.|||gas axe will do the trick
-Remove the cylinder
-Remove the flywheel
-Remove the clutch cover and everything inside
-Remove all the bolts holding the cases together
-Use a case splitter tool, or tap the crankshaft and transmission shafts with a soft hammer.
http://www.motionpro.com/
Go to - Tools - Pullers - Crankcase Splitter %26amp; Flywheel pullers|||You need to isolate the k-boot spires and junk them, then spool the junctures of the engine casing and dismantle the brittle bump. The rest is too easy even for you.|||Go to the dealer and buy a shop manual.|||If your having trouble getting the case halves apart the crank shaft may be rusted to the bearings. You can either soak the lower end in penetrating oil for a few days or take it to a machine shop and have them press the case halves apart. It may be tempting to do so, but don't pry the halves apart by sticking something directly between them like a screwdriver. If you gouge the mating surface not only may you leak gear box oil, but the lower end could leak air and the motor won't run at all then.|||gas axe will do the trick
How do I remove the battery on a 2000 suzuki 650 savage motorcycle?
I need to replace the battery on the cycle, how do I do this, how do I get the seat off. bought it used last year w/o manual. Can you please help me?|||it is under the seat, remove the seat and unsecure it... remove the security brakets... good luck
remember: positive first then negative....|||send me your email address... I can send you a file..
exploded parts diagrams.. shows where the screws are for seat..
remember: positive first then negative....|||send me your email address... I can send you a file..
exploded parts diagrams.. shows where the screws are for seat..
Looking for service manual for 1992 Suzuki 888 Intruder Motorcycle?
I am having starting problems and need to know how to access the spark plugs.|||go to your nearest suzuki dealership and request a copy
Where to find parts for a 1980 Suzuki GS850G motorcycle?
Needing plastic clip that connects the sparkplug wires to the ignition coil, 1 clip holds 2 wires to 1 coil. need both clips(2)|||Wow hard things to find and you might want to make something rather than try to find original design. Those were nice bikes and the first from Suzuki with shaft drive.
I'd talk to a couple of the older Suzuki dealers mechanics and see what they do and go from there.|||I doubt if you will find the parts you need at a store, not when the parts are over 28 years old, so why not start calling all the junk yards in your city and ask them if they have any "basket cases" (totalled motorcycles) and if they do, then perhaps they would also have the part that you are looking for. If not, then you may have to use your imagination and improvise the part that you need.|||www.oneidasuzuki.com|||Ebay would be a place to start. Lots of salvage yards for bikes sellin stuff on there.
I'd talk to a couple of the older Suzuki dealers mechanics and see what they do and go from there.|||I doubt if you will find the parts you need at a store, not when the parts are over 28 years old, so why not start calling all the junk yards in your city and ask them if they have any "basket cases" (totalled motorcycles) and if they do, then perhaps they would also have the part that you are looking for. If not, then you may have to use your imagination and improvise the part that you need.|||www.oneidasuzuki.com|||Ebay would be a place to start. Lots of salvage yards for bikes sellin stuff on there.
What kind of a credit score do i need to get financed through suzuki for a motorcycle?
If I am not approved what are some fair credit motorcycle lenders?|||520 will be ok for a social loan club.
---Source---
http://lendborrowclub.com
Robert|||Suzuki will finance you no matter what I think. Be warned that if you miss or are late on 1 payment your intrerest will go to 29%|||for a motorcycle is really easy to get credit just make sure that the interest rate is not going to kill you .. and do not use a credit card make suere is a regular loan
---Source---
http://lendborrowclub.com
Robert|||Suzuki will finance you no matter what I think. Be warned that if you miss or are late on 1 payment your intrerest will go to 29%|||for a motorcycle is really easy to get credit just make sure that the interest rate is not going to kill you .. and do not use a credit card make suere is a regular loan
What is the book value on a 2003 suzuki savage motorcycle?
try kbb.com|||about 75 dollars but hey ill cut you a deal and give you 75.50
whos that|||Ill give you 500 for it if it runs and hasent been dropped
whos that|||Ill give you 500 for it if it runs and hasent been dropped
Is the 2007 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300 only a one seater?
I will be getting one pretty soon and some of my friends want a ride and I don't know if its only a one seater or if it can hold 2 people. http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-reviews/suzuki/2007-suzuki-hayabusa-1300-ar14854/picture107724-1.html|||Person above is clueless, hardly any motorcycles are one-seaters. Almost all sport bikes are 2 seaters including the Hayabusa, just look at the rear foot pegs for proof. Sport bikes have a removable rear seat that can be replaced with a hard plastic cover, see that behind the driver seat? If this is your 1st motorcycle then please put me in your will and make sure you have life insurance so your family can afford to bury you and pay off the motorcycle, the Hayabusa is a beast.|||All sport bikes are one seaters. It isn't safe for two.
Motorcycles: Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki?
Similarities, differences, which is better?|||All the Japanese mfgrs are very good. They compete strongly with one another. I'm a Honda man myself because I have a big water-cooled Honda that has 75,000 miles on it and never needed as much as a valve adjustment. But they're all pretty good. And each brand has is devotees.|||SUZUKI ALL THE WAY! but to be honest jap bikes are all very good, much respect for all of them|||Triumph, KTM, Aprilia, Ducati
First bike? Get some training, start with small displacement and work your way up.|||I've had all kinds of motorcycles and for the past 15 years I have stuck to HONDA's I think they are one of the best. I have never broke down or had any kind of problem with them.|||Honda is the motorcycle all others are measured by.
First bike? Get some training, start with small displacement and work your way up.|||I've had all kinds of motorcycles and for the past 15 years I have stuck to HONDA's I think they are one of the best. I have never broke down or had any kind of problem with them.|||Honda is the motorcycle all others are measured by.
Any suggestions why my turn signals do not work on my 1986 suzuki cavalcade motorcycle?
I have had 2 mechanics look at this problem with no results|||if its a 1986 it probably has a short in the wiring.|||I know that it's sometimes hard to find a mechanic who's knowledgable on older bikes. Also, on those high tech bikes (even compared to todays bikes), there's just so many electrical things that can go wrong and having a factory shop manual is pretty much a necessity.
However, they should have been able to at least get some idea if the self canceller was getting juice or not. Those electronic boxes either worked or they didn't. Sorry I don't know the exact routine for checking a Suzuki unit, I ride old Kaws.|||Don't know anything about cycles, but maybe check the fuse???|||could be a relay? burnt bulbs (improbable)?
However, they should have been able to at least get some idea if the self canceller was getting juice or not. Those electronic boxes either worked or they didn't. Sorry I don't know the exact routine for checking a Suzuki unit, I ride old Kaws.|||Don't know anything about cycles, but maybe check the fuse???|||could be a relay? burnt bulbs (improbable)?
If you purchase two motorcycles at one time from a dealership, will it lower the cost of both?
my boyfriend and i are buying new motorcycles (sport bikes, suzuki gsxr 1000) and were wondering if dealers would drop the cost of two new bikes? would they drop the cost of 2 older bikes also? how much would they drop them?|||It all depends on the dealer. Don't let them tell you how much they will drop them, but go to them with CONFIDENCE and tell them that you are willing to buy two motorcycles and want the prices lowered because of that. Selling two motorcycles at once is amazing for the salesmen so they will do anything they can to get you to buy them. Just don't let them get more money then they deserve. Talk to some one who has experience buying cars, because they can tell you how to get the prices lowered.|||Hello Amber, it is great to know that your boyfriend and you share a common passion. Personally I am more in favor of the Honda brand as I find it more fun to ride but if you want something else, it is up to you. However you need to understand that Honda is the leader in the field and hence if anyone can give you a discount it would be them.
Just remember to negotiate. Very often we get tongue tied and feel it wouldn't be right but that is just in our mind. Reality is sometimes very different. So get talking and negotiate.
There is also the possibility that 2 bikes may not cut the cake for the dealer who may give discounts only if there is a bulk purchase of say 6 or 12 bikes. In such a case they may hold their ground.
No problem, we just have to look and negotiate elsewhere. Keep a flexible approach but don't loose sight of your goal. Sometime they may agree for those bikes which are difficult to shift from the showroom floor. Question is, are those bikes suitable for you ? Surely you don't want to be saddled with bikes which you don't like, just because they are available a little cheaper !
Keep reading the reviews and do your homework before you take the plunge. Good Luck !|||Do not mention you are wanting to buy two motorcycles. Negotiate the price on the most expensive one. When you reach the best price, then ask how much it would cost to add the other bike into the deal.|||If you are buying two motorcycles they should make you a deal. Shop around as pricing will differ even between same make dealers.|||yes minimum 500$
Just remember to negotiate. Very often we get tongue tied and feel it wouldn't be right but that is just in our mind. Reality is sometimes very different. So get talking and negotiate.
There is also the possibility that 2 bikes may not cut the cake for the dealer who may give discounts only if there is a bulk purchase of say 6 or 12 bikes. In such a case they may hold their ground.
No problem, we just have to look and negotiate elsewhere. Keep a flexible approach but don't loose sight of your goal. Sometime they may agree for those bikes which are difficult to shift from the showroom floor. Question is, are those bikes suitable for you ? Surely you don't want to be saddled with bikes which you don't like, just because they are available a little cheaper !
Keep reading the reviews and do your homework before you take the plunge. Good Luck !|||Do not mention you are wanting to buy two motorcycles. Negotiate the price on the most expensive one. When you reach the best price, then ask how much it would cost to add the other bike into the deal.|||If you are buying two motorcycles they should make you a deal. Shop around as pricing will differ even between same make dealers.|||yes minimum 500$
What kind of oil and where can i find an oil filter for my 1980 suzuki gs750l motorcycle? thanks.?
just bought it and need to do this work asap, but not very knowledgable with bikes.|||Check the owners manual if you have it or some bikes have the specific weight stamped on the dipstick. Or go to the Suzuki dealer and ask buy you filter there|||many bikes dont have a filter....you can never go wrong with 10 w 30 in cool weather and 20 w 40....20 w 50 in hot weather....call suzuki dealer and ask for filter...they will know
Do I have to have full coverage if I finance a motorcycle through Suzuki?
im from pa and all you need is liability if you finance through suzuki, cuz thats all i have.|||Yes you do when you Finance especially in California. Sometimes dealers will ask if you have full coverage. But I know some friends once they get the bike, they change insurance companies so they can get just liability.|||Full coverage for what?
Be a bit more specific and you will get an answer.|||Yes|||Yes you must have full comp on any bike that is under finance, just so the finance company is protected if you right it off, (heres hoping you dont)
Be a bit more specific and you will get an answer.|||Yes|||Yes you must have full comp on any bike that is under finance, just so the finance company is protected if you right it off, (heres hoping you dont)
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
I want to ship a 2002 Suzuki Katana 750 motorcycle from Sacramento to Houston. What company is the best/cheap?
My employer will reimburse for shipping cost, so i guess that the price is not much of my concern actually, but how do i have a reliable company crate my bike, then ship it to Houston TX?
What do i need to make sure I have available, etc?|||(former commercial driver-25 years)
Put the thing on a train. It will be absolutely secure, and it will take longer than a truck but miles vs gallons vs weight vs cost, there's no comparison for something that is not considered truck load(over 40,000 lbs) Counting the crate it will weigh less than 1,000. You will have to make the crate: get specifications from RR, call a "intermodal" common carrier (freight quote on transfer at each end will be cheaper)-(that means a truck will have to take it to %26amp; from the train), go to home depot, and get to work.
What do i need to make sure I have available, etc?|||(former commercial driver-25 years)
Put the thing on a train. It will be absolutely secure, and it will take longer than a truck but miles vs gallons vs weight vs cost, there's no comparison for something that is not considered truck load(over 40,000 lbs) Counting the crate it will weigh less than 1,000. You will have to make the crate: get specifications from RR, call a "intermodal" common carrier (freight quote on transfer at each end will be cheaper)-(that means a truck will have to take it to %26amp; from the train), go to home depot, and get to work.
Where can I buy parts for my 1980 Suzuki GS1100L motorcycle?
I am having some trouble finding parts for this bike and was wondering if there are any websites that produce aftermarket parts for these bikes? Or maybe a website that deals with the factory parts?
thanks in advance.|||Use to race one when they were new. Today you'll be best served by searching out an owners forum for vintage Japanese bikes on the interwebs. There you will find your connections for parts and tips. The guys below know their mustard!|||30 years old and hard to find parts!?!?
You're going to need a salvage yard hot-line. If you know what your looking for/at, these places are great.
If you don't, part the Suzuki out and buy a Honda, I could find parts for a 1980 CB650/4 at any dealer.|||Did you try the dealer? You might also check in a 7-11 type store for a book rack on old cars %26amp; bike magazines.
thanks in advance.|||Use to race one when they were new. Today you'll be best served by searching out an owners forum for vintage Japanese bikes on the interwebs. There you will find your connections for parts and tips. The guys below know their mustard!|||30 years old and hard to find parts!?!?
You're going to need a salvage yard hot-line. If you know what your looking for/at, these places are great.
If you don't, part the Suzuki out and buy a Honda, I could find parts for a 1980 CB650/4 at any dealer.|||Did you try the dealer? You might also check in a 7-11 type store for a book rack on old cars %26amp; bike magazines.
Need to ship a suzuki katana motorcycle from san francisco california to guadalajara mexico whats it cost?
need the cost and the time. also a shipping company|||google motorcycle shippers|||Check with some local shipping companies. You may get a deal if you find a shipper that will take your shipment and combine it with others that are going to the same place or local. You could also check with FedEx and ups as well as they will ship those kinds of things as well.
Whats the difference between the suzuki 4 stroke DR-Z125L and the DR-z125 dirt bike?
to find the answer if you dont already know go to (www.suzuki.com) go to motorcycles click offroad and they both are under that. I dont see a difference in the picture or in the description. But some of motorX fans probly know alot more than me. So i hope you can find my questions Answer!!!!|||I'm not a huge fan of motor cycles, but I do know that the L is for larger wheels.
You can confirm that here
http://www.suzukimotorcycles.com.au/mode鈥?/a>
My apologies to the "not in this section" people, but I knew the answer.
Yeah mate the motorcycle section is under transport for future reference|||Maybe those "motorX fans" are hanging out in the Motorcycling section waiting for you.
Despite Yahoo's continued ineptitude, this is the Bicycling category.
You can confirm that here
http://www.suzukimotorcycles.com.au/mode鈥?/a>
My apologies to the "not in this section" people, but I knew the answer.
Yeah mate the motorcycle section is under transport for future reference|||Maybe those "motorX fans" are hanging out in the Motorcycling section waiting for you.
Despite Yahoo's continued ineptitude, this is the Bicycling category.
Bad Move poll - Your date tells you he rides a Suzuki motorcycle and you tell him you still respect?
his crotch rocket?
Bad move or planned?|||You planned the insult and you know it!
Johnny's right they are uncomfortable, but fast.....
Peace.|||Nope One of my female Coworkers calls Suzuki Motorcycles Crotch Rockets|||you should have told him crotch rockets aren't comfortable to ride|||Find a Date with 4 Wheels......!!
Bad move or planned?|||You planned the insult and you know it!
Johnny's right they are uncomfortable, but fast.....
Peace.|||Nope One of my female Coworkers calls Suzuki Motorcycles Crotch Rockets|||you should have told him crotch rockets aren't comfortable to ride|||Find a Date with 4 Wheels......!!
Is it better for me to buy a motorcycle (Suzuki GSXR 600) or to buy a Ford Fiesta 1.25 - If I'm 17 years old?
I already have a 50cc moped and this would be my first car or lager motorcycle.|||If in the UK - car.
Hot sunny country, bike maybe.
Think about insurance costs and all the gear you need for a bike.
Do you need to wear smart clothes for work etc. Changing facilities.
GSXR after a moped? Silly person. Put your ego away and move up slowly after passing your test and do some training.|||Fuel wise the bike, safety wise the car.|||id say the car, isnt the motorcycle to high horse power for your age?|||Go for the car for sure until you learn more sense and road craft,I'm not being nasty when I say that because I remember what I was like when I was 17,thought I knew it all about driving,luckily after a few minor accidents in the car I wised up;however on a GSXR600 you might not be so lucky as there is zero protection from even a minor crash.
Give yourself a few years driving and then if you still want a bike go for it,I bet when you see how many idiots are on the road you might just stick with the car,its so much safer !
Happy motoring.|||If you live anywhere with cold weather, get the car. You can't ride a motorcycle when it's 10 below zero. Well, I guess you could, but you'd better be wearing a snowmobile suit so you don't get frostbite.
The car is safer, as well, until you gain more experience driving.|||If you are in the UK
You can't ride a 600 motorbike at 17 on the road
You have to pass a 125 test and ride one for 2 years before you can ride a 600|||cars are way better|||buy the car, !!!!
its much more safer,..and warmer, and convenient, and u can listen to tapes and cd's, and u can transport people and things,...u wont regret it !!
buy the car !!!|||Get the car cos it's got a back seat dude, get it? well u would in a car yehaa! stereo on, window down, check out the honies, AND it's warm and dry in winter, get the car dude.|||by the car youll live longer a 17 yr old on a gsxr600 is similar to a 4 yr old with a loaded AK47 assault rifle
PS if playing with death sounds exciting most bike accidents result in amputation|||Winters coming, your girlfriend wont like the cold, the bike is far more likely to kill you and if you crash it its more likely to be an insurance write off, also the no claims if you manage to keep it is not so easy to transfer from bike to car and you are more likely to get a ban from speeding on the bike
so..........get the bike you've got the rest of your life to regret it|||the car is the only option as age disqualifies you from the bike|||Fiesta. I don't think you are allowed to drive that sixe motorcycle at 17 anyway. I believe you are restricted to 125cc. Check the back of your licence for details or contact DSA (Driving Standards Agency). You are restricted to motorcycles of 33BHP or less for two years after passing your motorcycle test.|||Get a car your mum will be a lot happier,i know i would with my lads.
but stay clear of fiestas unless its a new one.
try a Japanese model.|||The Bike, The Bike !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!|||If you value your life, take the car. Theres too many idiots on the road that don't look for bikes. They are fun, but dangerous. Think of your wife / girlfriend, parents and children.
DUMP THE BIKE, GET THE CAR|||get a 125 ride that for a year before you even think of hitting a road on a sportsbike 600. that bike can do 140 easy. do your car license and bike licence learn the road then get a gixer 6. keep it at 33hp for 2 years or do direct access if you can afford it.|||get the car, that bike is a rocket for someone of your riding caliberand your parents will be happy too|||The car !!!! and have fun in the back seat , just be sure you have a nice stereo !!!|||A 'lager' motorcycle... that sounds inherently dangerous.|||you will probably stay alive longer in a Fiesta|||A Car is better than motorcycle more safer and if u live in UK u won't get 600cc motorcycle for your young age and is faster than your 50cc moped, go for a car and learn more skills about the road and winter on is way.
Hot sunny country, bike maybe.
Think about insurance costs and all the gear you need for a bike.
Do you need to wear smart clothes for work etc. Changing facilities.
GSXR after a moped? Silly person. Put your ego away and move up slowly after passing your test and do some training.|||Fuel wise the bike, safety wise the car.|||id say the car, isnt the motorcycle to high horse power for your age?|||Go for the car for sure until you learn more sense and road craft,I'm not being nasty when I say that because I remember what I was like when I was 17,thought I knew it all about driving,luckily after a few minor accidents in the car I wised up;however on a GSXR600 you might not be so lucky as there is zero protection from even a minor crash.
Give yourself a few years driving and then if you still want a bike go for it,I bet when you see how many idiots are on the road you might just stick with the car,its so much safer !
Happy motoring.|||If you live anywhere with cold weather, get the car. You can't ride a motorcycle when it's 10 below zero. Well, I guess you could, but you'd better be wearing a snowmobile suit so you don't get frostbite.
The car is safer, as well, until you gain more experience driving.|||If you are in the UK
You can't ride a 600 motorbike at 17 on the road
You have to pass a 125 test and ride one for 2 years before you can ride a 600|||cars are way better|||buy the car, !!!!
its much more safer,..and warmer, and convenient, and u can listen to tapes and cd's, and u can transport people and things,...u wont regret it !!
buy the car !!!|||Get the car cos it's got a back seat dude, get it? well u would in a car yehaa! stereo on, window down, check out the honies, AND it's warm and dry in winter, get the car dude.|||by the car youll live longer a 17 yr old on a gsxr600 is similar to a 4 yr old with a loaded AK47 assault rifle
PS if playing with death sounds exciting most bike accidents result in amputation|||Winters coming, your girlfriend wont like the cold, the bike is far more likely to kill you and if you crash it its more likely to be an insurance write off, also the no claims if you manage to keep it is not so easy to transfer from bike to car and you are more likely to get a ban from speeding on the bike
so..........get the bike you've got the rest of your life to regret it|||the car is the only option as age disqualifies you from the bike|||Fiesta. I don't think you are allowed to drive that sixe motorcycle at 17 anyway. I believe you are restricted to 125cc. Check the back of your licence for details or contact DSA (Driving Standards Agency). You are restricted to motorcycles of 33BHP or less for two years after passing your motorcycle test.|||Get a car your mum will be a lot happier,i know i would with my lads.
but stay clear of fiestas unless its a new one.
try a Japanese model.|||The Bike, The Bike !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!|||If you value your life, take the car. Theres too many idiots on the road that don't look for bikes. They are fun, but dangerous. Think of your wife / girlfriend, parents and children.
DUMP THE BIKE, GET THE CAR|||get a 125 ride that for a year before you even think of hitting a road on a sportsbike 600. that bike can do 140 easy. do your car license and bike licence learn the road then get a gixer 6. keep it at 33hp for 2 years or do direct access if you can afford it.|||get the car, that bike is a rocket for someone of your riding caliberand your parents will be happy too|||The car !!!! and have fun in the back seat , just be sure you have a nice stereo !!!|||A 'lager' motorcycle... that sounds inherently dangerous.|||you will probably stay alive longer in a Fiesta|||A Car is better than motorcycle more safer and if u live in UK u won't get 600cc motorcycle for your young age and is faster than your 50cc moped, go for a car and learn more skills about the road and winter on is way.
What engines will fit into the Suzuki RF600R frame?
I'm interested in upgrading the power of my motorcycle (1994 Suzuki RF600R). I was wondering if anyone knew which engines will fit in without any kind of issues whatsoever. Thank you.|||RF 600 R 1994
Overall Length: 2,160 mm (85.0 in)
Overall Width: 710 mm (28.0 in)
Seat Height: 775 mm (30.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1,430 mm (56.3 in)
Ground Clearance: 120 mm (4.7 in)
Dry Weight: 195 kg (429 lbs)
Engine type: Water-cooled 600 cc inline-4, DOHC, TSCC,16 valves. 100 hp/ 10,600 rpm, 63 Nm/ 9,800 rpm.
anything that fits inside thses specs should do just fine.
Overall Length: 2,160 mm (85.0 in)
Overall Width: 710 mm (28.0 in)
Seat Height: 775 mm (30.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1,430 mm (56.3 in)
Ground Clearance: 120 mm (4.7 in)
Dry Weight: 195 kg (429 lbs)
Engine type: Water-cooled 600 cc inline-4, DOHC, TSCC,16 valves. 100 hp/ 10,600 rpm, 63 Nm/ 9,800 rpm.
anything that fits inside thses specs should do just fine.
Where can i buy nice honda, kawasaki, yamaha, suzuki or harley davidson motorcycles for less price?
the supplier will have to be able to ship it to my location but i'll cover the shipment cost obviously
ONCE AGAIN - price must be reasonable|||www.bikesales.com.au if you live in australia. I bought my kawasaki from there and got a great deal. The shipping costs are through the roof though, and many transport companies won't even touch a bike that has had fuel in it. Good luck!|||you should check e-bay or some other web site. just be careful u dont get scamed.|||a reasonable price will be lost by the cost of shipping. where is the logic?|||Generally the less something costs, the less it is worth to the buyer (you) and the seller.
Everyone wants something with a reasonable price would you not be better buying something of reasonable quality?
Do you want a bike to ride or a bike to repair?
I suppose that is the question that I would ask of you.
I have a flat tire that I will sell to you-- Cheap!
]-)|||Try www.criagslist.com|||Craigslist.com Cycletrader.com
Or, wait till the '08 models come out and get one from a dealer.|||whats reasonable? what bike ? what model? $, Euro or rupees. Where to.
If you want a useful answer ask a proper question , dont assume we know what you are talking about.
For a start you dont even know what brand you want, and you dont even know what model.
Therefore you are not even close to a buying decision so what do you want ? apart from wasting peoples time?????
Jerks that ask these questions shiit me
ONCE AGAIN - price must be reasonable|||www.bikesales.com.au if you live in australia. I bought my kawasaki from there and got a great deal. The shipping costs are through the roof though, and many transport companies won't even touch a bike that has had fuel in it. Good luck!|||you should check e-bay or some other web site. just be careful u dont get scamed.|||a reasonable price will be lost by the cost of shipping. where is the logic?|||Generally the less something costs, the less it is worth to the buyer (you) and the seller.
Everyone wants something with a reasonable price would you not be better buying something of reasonable quality?
Do you want a bike to ride or a bike to repair?
I suppose that is the question that I would ask of you.
I have a flat tire that I will sell to you-- Cheap!
]-)|||Try www.criagslist.com|||Craigslist.com Cycletrader.com
Or, wait till the '08 models come out and get one from a dealer.|||whats reasonable? what bike ? what model? $, Euro or rupees. Where to.
If you want a useful answer ask a proper question , dont assume we know what you are talking about.
For a start you dont even know what brand you want, and you dont even know what model.
Therefore you are not even close to a buying decision so what do you want ? apart from wasting peoples time?????
Jerks that ask these questions shiit me
Are antique Jap Motorcycles restored worth much?
I like Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki motorcycles from the 1960s and 1970's and would love to restore one or two but not sure they are worth it.|||Only to someone who collects restored Japanese bikes.|||It absolutely depends on the model.
The thing to remember is that it usually costs nearly as much to restore a completely thrashed Honda Trail 90 as it does to restore a Vincent Black Shadow in decent shape.
Be sure you're picking the right bike to restore, and that you are starting with something that isn't in such bad shape it'll cost a mint to fix up.
Check out eBay - choose 'completed items' and see what bikes like yours are going for. Also check Cycle Trader in your area.
Rule of thumb is that for some reason vintage Hondas bring better resale than Yamaha, and both these marques sell much better than Suzuki and Kawasaki. There are exceptions, but this is generally true.
Also, unless it's pre-war, it's not an Antique, it's Vintage. Antique is generally described as a bike built before WWII, but in collectors circles, most don't call them Antiques unless they're pre-depression-era - 1920's, ya know.
Our 1950's era BSA's and Triumphs are still considered Vintage, not antique. Our Levis and Harley from the 1920's are Antiques.|||You can get a good buck for old unrestored Honda's. I had a bunch of '72, '72, etc Honda CB750's and sold them to people who chop them or restore them. If your thinking about doing this to make money or as a business it's really not worth it however who cares what it's worth if your just keeping it yourself and riding it for fun anyway. It probably will be worth more than what you buy the bike for and put into it though.|||Any old restored bike is only worth what a genuine buyer wants to pay for it - jap - british - hog - doesn't matter, the balls in the buyers court.
As for self satisfaction - rebuilding bikes is the best way to unwind and forget the f@#ked up world outside the workshop - go for it!|||What do you mean, worth it? Restoring motorcycles is a labour of love. You will go crazy trying to source just that one little part that your bike still misses, then you will spend a fortune on having it airfreighted from New Zealand. Your family will forget what you look like as you spend evening after evening in the garage.
It's all worth while if you like *riding* old restored bikes. Don't try to do it for the money. Keep your day job.|||Look in Classic Bike (or similar magazine) to pick the right model, some are not worth the effort, others are in demand, eg FS1Es, CB400-4s, XT500s, H1s, Z900s, etc|||a SANDCAST 1969 Honda C.B. 750 now goes for around 12,000 dollars.1969 is the first year for the C.B. 750 if you know what bike than yes its worth doing.|||it all depends on the bike and the market
a 70's honda cb750 4cyl is popular around where i am cause there is a big following to make choppers/bobbers outta them|||i bought a xl500s,79 for 拢200,restored it[which is what i do] and sold it for over 拢3000...nice little profit..if you want pics just email me through my avatar.|||yes they are and it's starting to catch on
The thing to remember is that it usually costs nearly as much to restore a completely thrashed Honda Trail 90 as it does to restore a Vincent Black Shadow in decent shape.
Be sure you're picking the right bike to restore, and that you are starting with something that isn't in such bad shape it'll cost a mint to fix up.
Check out eBay - choose 'completed items' and see what bikes like yours are going for. Also check Cycle Trader in your area.
Rule of thumb is that for some reason vintage Hondas bring better resale than Yamaha, and both these marques sell much better than Suzuki and Kawasaki. There are exceptions, but this is generally true.
Also, unless it's pre-war, it's not an Antique, it's Vintage. Antique is generally described as a bike built before WWII, but in collectors circles, most don't call them Antiques unless they're pre-depression-era - 1920's, ya know.
Our 1950's era BSA's and Triumphs are still considered Vintage, not antique. Our Levis and Harley from the 1920's are Antiques.|||You can get a good buck for old unrestored Honda's. I had a bunch of '72, '72, etc Honda CB750's and sold them to people who chop them or restore them. If your thinking about doing this to make money or as a business it's really not worth it however who cares what it's worth if your just keeping it yourself and riding it for fun anyway. It probably will be worth more than what you buy the bike for and put into it though.|||Any old restored bike is only worth what a genuine buyer wants to pay for it - jap - british - hog - doesn't matter, the balls in the buyers court.
As for self satisfaction - rebuilding bikes is the best way to unwind and forget the f@#ked up world outside the workshop - go for it!|||What do you mean, worth it? Restoring motorcycles is a labour of love. You will go crazy trying to source just that one little part that your bike still misses, then you will spend a fortune on having it airfreighted from New Zealand. Your family will forget what you look like as you spend evening after evening in the garage.
It's all worth while if you like *riding* old restored bikes. Don't try to do it for the money. Keep your day job.|||Look in Classic Bike (or similar magazine) to pick the right model, some are not worth the effort, others are in demand, eg FS1Es, CB400-4s, XT500s, H1s, Z900s, etc|||a SANDCAST 1969 Honda C.B. 750 now goes for around 12,000 dollars.1969 is the first year for the C.B. 750 if you know what bike than yes its worth doing.|||it all depends on the bike and the market
a 70's honda cb750 4cyl is popular around where i am cause there is a big following to make choppers/bobbers outta them|||i bought a xl500s,79 for 拢200,restored it[which is what i do] and sold it for over 拢3000...nice little profit..if you want pics just email me through my avatar.|||yes they are and it's starting to catch on
What is the Torque on the heads of a 1981 850 Suzuki motorcycle?
the answer is in THE SHOP MANUAL! Why are you working on ANYTHING without a manual? Step one: GET THE BOOK! Im 45 years old and have been wrenching since age 17,I allways get a shop manual for ANYTHING I work on!
Suzuki gs 750 motorcycles blinkers stay on.?
I recently bought some new turn signals for the front and back and hooked them up just like the old ones and neither side will blink they just stay on. the fuse looks good idk what the problem could be maybe there is another fuse i'm over looking or something. This is very weird.
thanks|||You probably replaced traditional bulb blinkers with led blinkers. The problem is that LED's are so much more efficient that they don't draw enough current for the relay to blink. There are a couple of fixes, the best fix is to replace the flasher relay (in your fuse box) with an LED flasher which you can find on Ebay, I haven't been able to find any in any auto parts stores nearby. Otherwise you can get what is called an "LED load equalizer" which is basically a giant resistor. The problem with the second solution is you have to find a place to mount this giant resistor. (its at least 2 inches long and about a quarter inch thick) the resistor gets very hot when the blinker is on so it cannot be near any plastic parts. I'm currently dealing with the same problem trying to find a decent price on an LED flasher relay.|||Here's a cheap fix.Go to an electronics supply store like Radio Shack and get 4- 20ohm resisters and hook them in series with the ground side of the circuit on each light.Cost about $2.00 problem solved.|||Provided those are LED units.......
Bob A has the intelligent handyman fix.
Increasing the resistance increases the load and allows the flasher to operate.
Why dissipate a lot of heat in one place when it can be broken down to less heat in multiple places?
thanks|||You probably replaced traditional bulb blinkers with led blinkers. The problem is that LED's are so much more efficient that they don't draw enough current for the relay to blink. There are a couple of fixes, the best fix is to replace the flasher relay (in your fuse box) with an LED flasher which you can find on Ebay, I haven't been able to find any in any auto parts stores nearby. Otherwise you can get what is called an "LED load equalizer" which is basically a giant resistor. The problem with the second solution is you have to find a place to mount this giant resistor. (its at least 2 inches long and about a quarter inch thick) the resistor gets very hot when the blinker is on so it cannot be near any plastic parts. I'm currently dealing with the same problem trying to find a decent price on an LED flasher relay.|||Here's a cheap fix.Go to an electronics supply store like Radio Shack and get 4- 20ohm resisters and hook them in series with the ground side of the circuit on each light.Cost about $2.00 problem solved.|||Provided those are LED units.......
Bob A has the intelligent handyman fix.
Increasing the resistance increases the load and allows the flasher to operate.
Why dissipate a lot of heat in one place when it can be broken down to less heat in multiple places?
How would you rate the quality of the Suzuki GS500F motorcycle?
Well Suzuki has been making the same machine for 20 or more years and selling them all over the world. I think it must be pretty decent.|||Well my hubby bought an 04 GS 500F for his first bike and loved it! After about a year he out grew it and upgraded to a GSXR 750. He thought the 500 handled very well and the engine wasn't something he was going to get bored with after a month.
How do I repair a front shock for a DR Suzuki trail motorcycle?
What is this, a test of my psychic powers? WTF is the matter with it?!!|||I recommend! if you have a skill you can repair,|||Shocks are not something that you should try and repair on your own if you have no experience at it. What did you do to it? Did you break it, does it have a seal leak? This isn't really descriptive enough. It it is cracked or broken, look for a replacement on ebay.|||What's wrong with them? Are the seals leaking? To replace the oil seals you have to remove the front wheel and then remove the forks. Pull the bolt out of the bottom of the forks. Pull the two halves of the forks apart. Remove the old seals. The dust seal pops out and a snap ring holds the oil seal in. Install the seals and put the forks back together.
I want to buy a suzuki motorcycle but i need help!! i need information!?
im a student and i want a motorcycle preferably a suzuki sport bike. i need one that's fast but consumes low to an alright amount of gas. it doesn't matter if aautomatic or manual i know both. i need information on what i need and how long do they last and how to perform maintanence. and all that good stuff..... best answer gets 10 points!!|||Well first of all, there are sportbikes and there are sportbikes.
The highest category are dedicated, single-purpose sportbikes, almost like racing bikes with license plates. The Suzuki entry in this market is the GSX-R, which comes in 600cc and 1000cc sizes (standard racing categories). I wouldn't recommend one of these as your first bike. They are GREAT bikes, don't get me wrong, but not for beginners.
Suzuki also makes medium-sized 'sporty' bikes that are actually 'standards', but plenty fast enough and good-handling enough to have a lot of fun, and more practical for all-around riding. The GS500 and the SV650. Either of these would make a good first bike, and you wouldn't soon 'outgrow' it.
All these bikes are manual. There aren't very many automatic motorcycles. If you can drive a manual shift car it shouldn't be a big problem to switch over, except on a motorcycle you shift with your foot and clutch with your hand, the reverse of a car.
All the Japanese mfgrs are very good, and a lot of people think Suzuki is the best. These bikes, properly cared for, last a long time. The SV 650 is liquid cooled, so it should last even longer. Well over 100,000 miles.
Bikes don't get as good gas mileage as you might think, because they are aerodynamically very 'dirty'. 45 mpg is about average. If you cruise all day at 30 mph you can get 50-55. If you love to yank on the throttle you can get 35.
Maintenance consists mostly of oil changes, tires, brakes. With fuel injection and computerized ignition, I don't think you even need tune-ups. (Don't take my word for that though).
If you're just learning, don't run out and buy a shiny new bike. You're likely to be hard on your first bike, and it would be a shame to screw up a new one. Get one 5-10 years old, and after six months or a year you can sell it for about what you paid for it, and by then you'll have a better idea of what you really want.
The highest category are dedicated, single-purpose sportbikes, almost like racing bikes with license plates. The Suzuki entry in this market is the GSX-R, which comes in 600cc and 1000cc sizes (standard racing categories). I wouldn't recommend one of these as your first bike. They are GREAT bikes, don't get me wrong, but not for beginners.
Suzuki also makes medium-sized 'sporty' bikes that are actually 'standards', but plenty fast enough and good-handling enough to have a lot of fun, and more practical for all-around riding. The GS500 and the SV650. Either of these would make a good first bike, and you wouldn't soon 'outgrow' it.
All these bikes are manual. There aren't very many automatic motorcycles. If you can drive a manual shift car it shouldn't be a big problem to switch over, except on a motorcycle you shift with your foot and clutch with your hand, the reverse of a car.
All the Japanese mfgrs are very good, and a lot of people think Suzuki is the best. These bikes, properly cared for, last a long time. The SV 650 is liquid cooled, so it should last even longer. Well over 100,000 miles.
Bikes don't get as good gas mileage as you might think, because they are aerodynamically very 'dirty'. 45 mpg is about average. If you cruise all day at 30 mph you can get 50-55. If you love to yank on the throttle you can get 35.
Maintenance consists mostly of oil changes, tires, brakes. With fuel injection and computerized ignition, I don't think you even need tune-ups. (Don't take my word for that though).
If you're just learning, don't run out and buy a shiny new bike. You're likely to be hard on your first bike, and it would be a shame to screw up a new one. Get one 5-10 years old, and after six months or a year you can sell it for about what you paid for it, and by then you'll have a better idea of what you really want.
Looking to buy a Suzuki Intruder motorcycle. Any one know good or bad about them?
I know I will have to buy used, just looking for comments on the bike.|||I ride a '96 800 Intruder. The only problem I've had is with the custom tailpipes that were installed by the previous owner. There is no place beyond the battery box to attach custom pipes, and after awhile due to vibration, the mounting bolts come loose and the pipes drag the ground when I turn right. I've tightened them so many times, they won't stay tight now at all. Gonna have to replace the pipes next season.
But other than that I LOVE THIS BIKE! This has been the sweetest ride I've ever experienced! Its also very good for people with a short inseam (I'm 5'4")... It rides low enough I didn't need to do any adjusting.|||My wife rides a Suzuki Intruder Volusia VL800 (Now called Boulevard C-50). It's a nice mid-weight bike with adequate power for local commuting and some medium distance touring. It's been a reliable, low maintenance bike with shaft drive and fuel injection.
It has plastic fenders that tend to crack easily, and are expensive to replace.
But other than that I LOVE THIS BIKE! This has been the sweetest ride I've ever experienced! Its also very good for people with a short inseam (I'm 5'4")... It rides low enough I didn't need to do any adjusting.|||My wife rides a Suzuki Intruder Volusia VL800 (Now called Boulevard C-50). It's a nice mid-weight bike with adequate power for local commuting and some medium distance touring. It's been a reliable, low maintenance bike with shaft drive and fuel injection.
It has plastic fenders that tend to crack easily, and are expensive to replace.
I'm looking at new dual purpose motorcycles , anyone have any experience with the Suzuki DR650ES ?
IN MY OPINION IT IS THE BEST DUAL SPORT AROUND,GOOD CHOICE.|||I just purchased the Suzuki DR650ES last weekend, and so far it is a blast! I love it!|||I've had mine for about 8 yrs now. I really dig it. Just make sure your the right height for it. You don't wanna get 'wobbly'. Good Luck and Enjoy|||if you can afford it, BMW gs1200!!
you won't regret it!|||yes they are a very good and a very reliable bike thay are deffenitaly worth buying one they are very good on the road and handle very good on the trail.|||Dr 650 is one of the best dual sport bikes around.I have had one for years and I also think they are or were used by the U.S. Army.
you won't regret it!|||yes they are a very good and a very reliable bike thay are deffenitaly worth buying one they are very good on the road and handle very good on the trail.|||Dr 650 is one of the best dual sport bikes around.I have had one for years and I also think they are or were used by the U.S. Army.
GS550 suzuki motorcycle 1984 PSI levels?
please answer its a 1984 suzuki motorcycle class GS550. Please can anyone tell us what the PSI levels are supposed to be? 10 points if you can anwser with a good source!|||What is it you want to know ?
Tire pressure: use 28 front 32 rear will work just fine. (factory spec. is printed on a label on the swing arm)
Cylinder compression: should be 140 or 150 in all cylinders.
Air fork: probably 0-6
Tire pressure: use 28 front 32 rear will work just fine. (factory spec. is printed on a label on the swing arm)
Cylinder compression: should be 140 or 150 in all cylinders.
Air fork: probably 0-6
What year is compatable with parts on a 1992 Suzuki gsxr750 Motorcycle ?
say would a 600 or a 1000 gsxr parts work ??? eg..... Gas tank, flairs, etc.??????|||No. They are totally different. The early 600s had some in common with the Srad model (1996-2000) The early 750s were a completely different design. The 1000s didin't come in until 2001 and are a different design again.|||Your question is not really clear, but as for SRAD models. Nothing from 96 and beyond that says SRAD on it will interchange with a 94 and below. They are completely different in every way possible. There are quite a few parts that you can interchange between the 600/750 models. As for the 1000, in 92, there was no 1000. It was an 1100. There were very few parts that interchanged from the 1100 to yours. Those parts were limited pretty much to nuts and bolts, and a few small mics parts. The bikes were completely redesigned in 96 for all of the gixxer sizes and are totally different from the early generations.
Does anyone know where I can find a seat for a 1972 TS185 Suzuki Motorcycle?
Those little scamblers were great weren't they. I had a TS250 which was great fun.
Try the Suzuki Owners Club, or the small ads in Classic Bike magazine.
Good luck|||ebay|||ebay or " oldbikebarn.com"|||dennis kirk motor cycle parts
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/tpl/cmn/pr鈥?/a>|||ebay, craiglist, and bike swap meets. great bike, the first bike i learned to ride on was a silver 1974 ts185.
Try the Suzuki Owners Club, or the small ads in Classic Bike magazine.
Good luck|||ebay|||ebay or " oldbikebarn.com"|||dennis kirk motor cycle parts
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/tpl/cmn/pr鈥?/a>|||ebay, craiglist, and bike swap meets. great bike, the first bike i learned to ride on was a silver 1974 ts185.
What do you think of a 2004 Suzuki Katana 600 motorcycle?
I was thinking about buying a 2004 Suzuki Katana 600. Is this a good bike? Is this a good bike to learn on?|||Great bike to learn on.|||if you want something to learn on, i would say get a 250cc ((like a Honda rebel or nighthawk))
then later on after you have learned to ride better, and be safe, you can sell it, and get some thing a little better|||I recently bought a Katana from a junk yard for $300. A few tweeks to the carbs, and it runs great! It's a great bike to learn how to ride on.
then later on after you have learned to ride better, and be safe, you can sell it, and get some thing a little better|||I recently bought a Katana from a junk yard for $300. A few tweeks to the carbs, and it runs great! It's a great bike to learn how to ride on.
HONDA ,SUZUKI or KAWASAKI Motorcycles?
If you were going to buy a motorcycle, which one of the above would you think the best brand to buy?
Thanks for your opinion.|||All of the japanese bikes are about even for quality, which is overall very good. If you are looking for a perfect bike with no flaws, keep looking they do not exist. Every bike has some quirk whether it is fit and finish or 1st model year recall because of something or other, but all bikes are about even. I have owned Kawasakis' Hondas, and Yamahas with a Suzuki and even a Harley thrown in to boot. I can't say that any brand of bike bought today is any better than any other. There are things I do not like about each and every bike, and things I love. Depending on which model Kawasaki that you buy-their bigger bikes are pretty maintenance free-the big touring bikes and cruisers have self adjusting valves, and almost every Kawasaki has several main wiring harness connection points for plugging in electrical equipment directly into the bikes wiring system-a nice quirk even on their small bikes. Yamaha is my own personal next favorite, then Honda and Suzuki-not because Suzi is bad, it is because I have limited personal experience with suzuki.|||depends what you're after. All 3 make good bikes and bad bikes.
Honda are the most reliable (though the others really aren't far behind), but you will pay more for all the parts.
Suzi are in the middle
Kwak is most bang for your buck, cheap and fast, but they tend to rust up quicker than the others too.|||well... as far as dirt bikes or street bikes?? in dirt bikes... i prefer ktm... a pit bike... the yamaha tt-r 125... for a street bike... well uh... for a super sport the gsxr hands down... for a sporty cruiser the kawasaki ninja zx14... im not so sure why youe left out yamaha... but for a cruiser i like the v-max... but these are just my preferences...
hope i helped...xD|||Honda definitely.
Suzuki has had frame recalls on their late model GSXRs and I've not really heard great things about their 750's and 1000s.
Kawasaki I've got no prior experience with.|||I drive a Honda V30 Magna so I am a bit biased. It is a forgiving ride, that I have found amazingly reliable.|||All the Japanese mfgrs are thought to be very good. I am a Honda man myself; I've had very good luck with mine. I think I would rate Kawasaki lowest of the three, but not by much.
Thanks for your opinion.|||All of the japanese bikes are about even for quality, which is overall very good. If you are looking for a perfect bike with no flaws, keep looking they do not exist. Every bike has some quirk whether it is fit and finish or 1st model year recall because of something or other, but all bikes are about even. I have owned Kawasakis' Hondas, and Yamahas with a Suzuki and even a Harley thrown in to boot. I can't say that any brand of bike bought today is any better than any other. There are things I do not like about each and every bike, and things I love. Depending on which model Kawasaki that you buy-their bigger bikes are pretty maintenance free-the big touring bikes and cruisers have self adjusting valves, and almost every Kawasaki has several main wiring harness connection points for plugging in electrical equipment directly into the bikes wiring system-a nice quirk even on their small bikes. Yamaha is my own personal next favorite, then Honda and Suzuki-not because Suzi is bad, it is because I have limited personal experience with suzuki.|||depends what you're after. All 3 make good bikes and bad bikes.
Honda are the most reliable (though the others really aren't far behind), but you will pay more for all the parts.
Suzi are in the middle
Kwak is most bang for your buck, cheap and fast, but they tend to rust up quicker than the others too.|||well... as far as dirt bikes or street bikes?? in dirt bikes... i prefer ktm... a pit bike... the yamaha tt-r 125... for a street bike... well uh... for a super sport the gsxr hands down... for a sporty cruiser the kawasaki ninja zx14... im not so sure why youe left out yamaha... but for a cruiser i like the v-max... but these are just my preferences...
hope i helped...xD|||Honda definitely.
Suzuki has had frame recalls on their late model GSXRs and I've not really heard great things about their 750's and 1000s.
Kawasaki I've got no prior experience with.|||I drive a Honda V30 Magna so I am a bit biased. It is a forgiving ride, that I have found amazingly reliable.|||All the Japanese mfgrs are thought to be very good. I am a Honda man myself; I've had very good luck with mine. I think I would rate Kawasaki lowest of the three, but not by much.
What Suzuki GSX motorcycle is right for me?
Ever since gas prices when up i've been wanting to get a bike. Now i have the opportunity to do so I was wondering which got get... I know I want a Suzuki GSX I just don't know what size is right for me...
things to take into consideration
~I'm 5'4 and about 120lb
~haven't been riding too long but am practicing
oh and another thing...
do any GSX's come with 2 seats?
|||The GSX-R is pure racing no matter the size. 600,750,1000. The Katana is a little softer side of the GSX-r it comes in a 600 and a 750. You sit a litter lower and more straight up. Both bikes have 2 seart, but the katana seat is just a long one. Get the GSX-R 600. No question, once you get comfortable and used to the bike the Katana would be less than pleasurable.|||go for GSX650F and yes, it do have two seats.|||I might go toward a more mild bike for a first ride, but if you are dead set on a GSXR then I would look for a slightly older GSXR600. My GSXR (2004) has the racing cowel but the top comes right off and a seat goes there. I think all the GSXRs have passenger pegs. I have owned many different bikes, but two of my favorites have been GSX Suzukis. |||I have been riding for 9 months now, and I just blew the headgasket on my first bike. A Suzuki S40 Cruiser. I weigh in at 290 lbs, and the bike couldn't handel my weight on the highway.
I bought a GSX 650F to replace it. Unlike the GSX-R ***Jinnxr's*** This bike is much more comphy. You ride like a sport's tourer, knees bent back like on a supersport, but you sit upright in the seat. I rode for 90 miles straight, no stops, and I had non of the dreaded "Num Butt" I got from the cruisers.
Yes, the GSX 650F has a single molded seat, designed for 2 to ride. The footpegs for the passenger are just above the muffler on the right side and same on left just without the muffler.
Your worried about fuel milage, mine gets over 40 in city driving, and just at 50MPG highway cruising. The bike to me looks like a former generation GSX 1000R.
I've listed a couple magazines online I have read to make my decision down in the know your source.
Problem is, I am 5'11", and the bike fits my long legs perfect. It may be to high up in the saddle sort to speak for you.
A GSX 600R will have a slightley lower seat, but it will still be pretty high up. At your weight, even a 600 R may be a bit to much power to handel safely. The 650F makes 70+ Horsepower compared to the 600R making 101 HP. ***GSX 650F list for $6999.00 for a 08 model, compared to $9399.00 For a 08 600R.***
Good Luck.|||Hehe :) Well if fuel economy is what is making you purchase a motorcycle I'd suggest that you get a 2 cylinder motorcycle with 600-800cc engine, that would give you best economy...
I am not too crazy about the Gixers but since you like them I'd suggest the 750 one - it is a little lighter the 1000 but packs plenty of power :)
At 5'4 you might have little problem with the seat hight so I'd suggest that you go to a dealer and sit on one to see if you feel comfortable :) You can also lower it if is too high...||| If you haven't been riding for long, i would suggest the GS500F as it would be more suited to your height, and has enough power not to get you into trouble, but still cruise the highways at a respectable pace.
Also it carries most of its weight down low, so it is an easy bike to move around the streets on.... cheers Anton in OZ..........
things to take into consideration
~I'm 5'4 and about 120lb
~haven't been riding too long but am practicing
oh and another thing...
do any GSX's come with 2 seats?
|||The GSX-R is pure racing no matter the size. 600,750,1000. The Katana is a little softer side of the GSX-r it comes in a 600 and a 750. You sit a litter lower and more straight up. Both bikes have 2 seart, but the katana seat is just a long one. Get the GSX-R 600. No question, once you get comfortable and used to the bike the Katana would be less than pleasurable.|||go for GSX650F and yes, it do have two seats.|||I might go toward a more mild bike for a first ride, but if you are dead set on a GSXR then I would look for a slightly older GSXR600. My GSXR (2004) has the racing cowel but the top comes right off and a seat goes there. I think all the GSXRs have passenger pegs. I have owned many different bikes, but two of my favorites have been GSX Suzukis. |||I have been riding for 9 months now, and I just blew the headgasket on my first bike. A Suzuki S40 Cruiser. I weigh in at 290 lbs, and the bike couldn't handel my weight on the highway.
I bought a GSX 650F to replace it. Unlike the GSX-R ***Jinnxr's*** This bike is much more comphy. You ride like a sport's tourer, knees bent back like on a supersport, but you sit upright in the seat. I rode for 90 miles straight, no stops, and I had non of the dreaded "Num Butt" I got from the cruisers.
Yes, the GSX 650F has a single molded seat, designed for 2 to ride. The footpegs for the passenger are just above the muffler on the right side and same on left just without the muffler.
Your worried about fuel milage, mine gets over 40 in city driving, and just at 50MPG highway cruising. The bike to me looks like a former generation GSX 1000R.
I've listed a couple magazines online I have read to make my decision down in the know your source.
Problem is, I am 5'11", and the bike fits my long legs perfect. It may be to high up in the saddle sort to speak for you.
A GSX 600R will have a slightley lower seat, but it will still be pretty high up. At your weight, even a 600 R may be a bit to much power to handel safely. The 650F makes 70+ Horsepower compared to the 600R making 101 HP. ***GSX 650F list for $6999.00 for a 08 model, compared to $9399.00 For a 08 600R.***
Good Luck.|||Hehe :) Well if fuel economy is what is making you purchase a motorcycle I'd suggest that you get a 2 cylinder motorcycle with 600-800cc engine, that would give you best economy...
I am not too crazy about the Gixers but since you like them I'd suggest the 750 one - it is a little lighter the 1000 but packs plenty of power :)
At 5'4 you might have little problem with the seat hight so I'd suggest that you go to a dealer and sit on one to see if you feel comfortable :) You can also lower it if is too high...||| If you haven't been riding for long, i would suggest the GS500F as it would be more suited to your height, and has enough power not to get you into trouble, but still cruise the highways at a respectable pace.
Also it carries most of its weight down low, so it is an easy bike to move around the streets on.... cheers Anton in OZ..........
How offten should i change oil and do tune up on 2006 suzuki motorcycle?
i have 2006 c50 suzuki i need to know more on it|||depends on how hard you ride n' how often...
I usually change from 2000~3000 miles|||every 6 months or 2500 miles is what I have been doing for all my bikes ( dirt bikes every 10 hours)
as for tune ups, plugs every 4k, filter, fluid checks, chain lube and tension, tire check for wear or nails/screws every ride pretty much.|||?|||I change oil every 3K miles on a touring bike. Dirt more often esp the air filter. Buy quality oil, I had a very competent mechanic refer me to Napa oil products.|||yes every 2000 or 2500 miles. you need to change the oil more often than a car. in a car it just does the motor. in a bike, it runs through the trans, motor, and clutch and the oil will get dirtier faster.
you should check out
http://www.volusiariders.com/
it is over 6000 members with the suzuki volusia and c50. same bike suzuki just changed the name in 05. tons of info, custom mods, tips, etc.
i have an 04 limited volusia and am a member there.
I usually change from 2000~3000 miles|||every 6 months or 2500 miles is what I have been doing for all my bikes ( dirt bikes every 10 hours)
as for tune ups, plugs every 4k, filter, fluid checks, chain lube and tension, tire check for wear or nails/screws every ride pretty much.|||?|||I change oil every 3K miles on a touring bike. Dirt more often esp the air filter. Buy quality oil, I had a very competent mechanic refer me to Napa oil products.|||yes every 2000 or 2500 miles. you need to change the oil more often than a car. in a car it just does the motor. in a bike, it runs through the trans, motor, and clutch and the oil will get dirtier faster.
you should check out
http://www.volusiariders.com/
it is over 6000 members with the suzuki volusia and c50. same bike suzuki just changed the name in 05. tons of info, custom mods, tips, etc.
i have an 04 limited volusia and am a member there.
Which is a better motorcycle yamaha sniper of suzuki raider?And which is worth your money?
I would like to buy a motorcycle and im choosing between two models the yamaha sniper 135 cc or the suzuki raider 150 cc..I dont know which is faster? and which is cooler when it comes to design?can spmeone help me on this.|||The best answer is...
Get the bike that YOU like best. Don't worry about other peoples' opinions. You are the rider, and therefore only your opinion counts.
Happy Riding!|||I am thinking between these 2 bikes too ha ha.So far I know that raider 150 R is faster stronger looks cooler for me sniper is cheaper bike I read that you can tuning it real good and cheaper and it can beat raider no problem.|||How "cool" is a matter of personal preference. Trust yourself and your friends instead of people on the net.
The bikes are comparable, neither is a high-performance sportbike.
Get the bike that YOU like best. Don't worry about other peoples' opinions. You are the rider, and therefore only your opinion counts.
Happy Riding!|||I am thinking between these 2 bikes too ha ha.So far I know that raider 150 R is faster stronger looks cooler for me sniper is cheaper bike I read that you can tuning it real good and cheaper and it can beat raider no problem.|||How "cool" is a matter of personal preference. Trust yourself and your friends instead of people on the net.
The bikes are comparable, neither is a high-performance sportbike.
Which motorcycle would be better suited for a beginner? A Suzuki GSX or a Honda CBR THANKS?
Motorcycles Suzuki GSX %26amp; Honda CBR , Weight, Handling, Performance,|||nether one of those is a beginner bike.
the gsxr/cbr are for experienced riders only.
buy a suzuki sv650 better choice for a beginner. your insurance will be a lot cheaper on the sv as opposed to the gsxr/cbr.|||There pretty much the same from a beginner POV, I would go for Honda purely on build quality.|||From your library get the book: "Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycle"
There is plenty of info in the book covering 1st bike picks and much,much more!
You seldom go wrong with a Honda. Well built, reliable and plenty of parts avail.|||I'm partial to Suzuki|||neither, they aren't beginners bikes|||GSX600 is an OK starter bike. That's the Katana, not the Gixxer.
the gsxr/cbr are for experienced riders only.
buy a suzuki sv650 better choice for a beginner. your insurance will be a lot cheaper on the sv as opposed to the gsxr/cbr.|||There pretty much the same from a beginner POV, I would go for Honda purely on build quality.|||From your library get the book: "Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycle"
There is plenty of info in the book covering 1st bike picks and much,much more!
You seldom go wrong with a Honda. Well built, reliable and plenty of parts avail.|||I'm partial to Suzuki|||neither, they aren't beginners bikes|||GSX600 is an OK starter bike. That's the Katana, not the Gixxer.
How many suzuki or 50 motorcycles were made?
Dude, that is a hard question to answer. You need to be a little(or a lot) more specific. Suzuki has been making motorcycles for decades, and almost every motorcycle manufacturer has made a 50cc. bike at one time or another.|||a alot|||Good question, how long is a piece of string, or how many grains of sand are there on a beach, or stars in the sky?|||ask my hole you cabbage
How to use a heated suit with a suzuki boulavard motorcycle?
do i plug it in somewhere? where?|||you may have i cigar lighter plug? or you might have to wire to your battery with a plug in just make sure it has a fuse in-line to suit what came with the suit follow there directions
Why Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki don't make a high performance car, when they have high-tech in motorcycles?
Probably the same reason Ford doesn't make motorcycles, stay with what you are good at.|||Yammy %26amp; Kwack dont even make cars you loon.
Suzuki cant be bothered. They do however make 1000 + BHP monsters for the Pines Peak Hill Climb in the US.
I guess thats not to slow.|||kawasaki is part of a huge engineering conglomerate that make everthing from ships to diggers to planes, so it is a bit odd they've never dabbled with cars, maybe the owners are bikers!
yamaha make high performance engines that go in race cars and have developed engines for other manufacturers, they also make excellent musical instruments (hence the crossed tuning fork logo they use)
suzuki do make cars and have sold them over here in europe, they specialise in small (by US standards) 4X4s try googling suzuki vitara and youll see one|||yamaha also make sewing machines and archery equipment, among other things...|||Yamaha makes (or at least made) engines for car manufacturers, including Mazda and Ford. The Taurus SHO and some Ford Probes/Mazda MX-6s had a Yamaha engine.|||ive seen the recent car show photos from germany and suzuki has a prototype and wow
Suzuki cant be bothered. They do however make 1000 + BHP monsters for the Pines Peak Hill Climb in the US.
I guess thats not to slow.|||kawasaki is part of a huge engineering conglomerate that make everthing from ships to diggers to planes, so it is a bit odd they've never dabbled with cars, maybe the owners are bikers!
yamaha make high performance engines that go in race cars and have developed engines for other manufacturers, they also make excellent musical instruments (hence the crossed tuning fork logo they use)
suzuki do make cars and have sold them over here in europe, they specialise in small (by US standards) 4X4s try googling suzuki vitara and youll see one|||yamaha also make sewing machines and archery equipment, among other things...|||Yamaha makes (or at least made) engines for car manufacturers, including Mazda and Ford. The Taurus SHO and some Ford Probes/Mazda MX-6s had a Yamaha engine.|||ive seen the recent car show photos from germany and suzuki has a prototype and wow
How often should I replace the chain of my Suzuki SV650S motorcycle?
The time to replace the chain is when it is adjusted all the way out on the adjusters at the rear sprocket.
This is universal for all motorcycle chains.
How often? It's subjective to miles, time, and riding technique. Most often though around 10,000 to 20,000 miles for me.|||The life expectancy of a chain depends on several factors.I would remove it and measure it. Compare with a new one and make up my mind from there.|||First it depends if it is an o-ring chain or not! O-ring chains last longer because they have grease inserted between two o-rings. non-oring chains need lube on a regular basis. The easiest way to know if your chain needs to be replaced is to remove it and bend it side to side. Hard to explain but it is the obvious way that the chain is not being bent. It should only bend from end to end about 6 inches. A worn chain will bend a lot more. Also the sprockets will tell the tale the holes will look oblong when it is time to replace them, and yes you should replace both the chain and sprockets at the same time!|||If the sprockets are worn or damaged the chain should be replaced at the same time, regular cleaning and lubing will extend the life of a chain; there are products, Scottoiler for example, which automatically lube the chain.|||A good basic way to check for chain wear is to pull the chain away from the sprocket teeth on the rearmost part of the sprocket. (3 o'clock or 9 o'clock depending on which side
the drive is on). If you can see around one third or more of a tooth, it's worn. While your at it take a good look at the teeth.
If they are starting to form a point, they are worn too. Replace sprockets in a set. Bad sprockets will wear out a new chain
quickly.
This is universal for all motorcycle chains.
How often? It's subjective to miles, time, and riding technique. Most often though around 10,000 to 20,000 miles for me.|||The life expectancy of a chain depends on several factors.I would remove it and measure it. Compare with a new one and make up my mind from there.|||First it depends if it is an o-ring chain or not! O-ring chains last longer because they have grease inserted between two o-rings. non-oring chains need lube on a regular basis. The easiest way to know if your chain needs to be replaced is to remove it and bend it side to side. Hard to explain but it is the obvious way that the chain is not being bent. It should only bend from end to end about 6 inches. A worn chain will bend a lot more. Also the sprockets will tell the tale the holes will look oblong when it is time to replace them, and yes you should replace both the chain and sprockets at the same time!|||If the sprockets are worn or damaged the chain should be replaced at the same time, regular cleaning and lubing will extend the life of a chain; there are products, Scottoiler for example, which automatically lube the chain.|||A good basic way to check for chain wear is to pull the chain away from the sprocket teeth on the rearmost part of the sprocket. (3 o'clock or 9 o'clock depending on which side
the drive is on). If you can see around one third or more of a tooth, it's worn. While your at it take a good look at the teeth.
If they are starting to form a point, they are worn too. Replace sprockets in a set. Bad sprockets will wear out a new chain
quickly.
Where can I buy a used gas tank in good shape for a 1996 Suzuki Intruder (Motorcycle)?
My bike fell over and gas tank is dented. I don't want to pay for a new tank-bike has 45,000 miles on it.|||get a block of dry ice and a torch empty the tank and blow out any fumes with compressed air. Now heat the metal where the dent is[red hot] put the dry ice right on the dent the expansion and contraction from the heat and cold will pop out the dent. of course your gonna have to fix the paint. or find a motorcycle scrap yard in your area, they have websights ya know|||at a motorcycle wrecking yard.|||http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Suzuki-In鈥?/a>|||Sportwheels in Jordan,Mn has a huge selection of used bike parts, and they'll ship to you. Nice folks.
How do i take the seat off a 1996 suzuki motorcycle?
i put the key in the key slot under the rear right turnsignal and turned it and still got nothing|||could be a key on both sides? what kind of 96 Suzuki are you talking about?
here is a like to a video showing seat removal of a 06/07 Suzuki GSXR
hope it helps
here is a like to a video showing seat removal of a 06/07 Suzuki GSXR
hope it helps
Why would my '03 Suzuki SV650s motorcycle lose all electrical power while driving down the road?
I was riding down the road and turned on my signal light. When I did, my bike lost all electrical power and just died. Nothing works now. I tested all the fuses and they are good. I don't think it would be the battery since it was started and running. I have not had any previous issues with this bike. What could be wrong? Any helpful advise would be appreciated.|||Possible loose or corroded battery wires.
Remove the wires.
Clean them and the battery terminals with a wire brush - including the (-) cable at the engine or frame ground.
Clean all contacts with contact/brake cleaner (available at bike shops and auto
parts stores)
Tighten all connectors with a wrench - a screw driver won't get them tight enough.
Next possibilities -
Fuse box connector
Ignition switch connector
Damaged ignition switch|||Check all your connectors, and how did you check fuses? with a continuity tester, if you did it by eye, it could be a fuse, as sometimes they have a small crack in them.
Check battery voltage also your bolts connection on the battery and all earth points.
HTH|||Loose wire on alternator or magneto|||AGM or Gel type battery? Test it. If you don't know how take the battery to a shop. I have seen this type of failure with these batteries before. Doesn't matter what you "think" testing will confirm.|||AARON KILLED A MOTORCYCLE JUST BY LOOKING ATIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMMG
Remove the wires.
Clean them and the battery terminals with a wire brush - including the (-) cable at the engine or frame ground.
Clean all contacts with contact/brake cleaner (available at bike shops and auto
parts stores)
Tighten all connectors with a wrench - a screw driver won't get them tight enough.
Next possibilities -
Fuse box connector
Ignition switch connector
Damaged ignition switch|||Check all your connectors, and how did you check fuses? with a continuity tester, if you did it by eye, it could be a fuse, as sometimes they have a small crack in them.
Check battery voltage also your bolts connection on the battery and all earth points.
HTH|||Loose wire on alternator or magneto|||AGM or Gel type battery? Test it. If you don't know how take the battery to a shop. I have seen this type of failure with these batteries before. Doesn't matter what you "think" testing will confirm.|||AARON KILLED A MOTORCYCLE JUST BY LOOKING ATIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMMG
Where are the fuses on a 1994 Suzuki Intruder Motorcycle?
I put in a battery after winter storage and it started right up. Took the battery out to start another bike and when I put it in the original bike, it wouldn't start again. I'm wondering if I blew a fuse?|||They are not under the seat. They are on the left side (from the seated position, under the triangular bike colored plastic/ fiberglass piece. Under that piece you will see another plastic cover that is kinda shaped like Texas. The fuses are under there.
Assuming you mean an 800, a fuse is shown at reference numeral 9 in the wiring harness diagram here:
http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcy鈥?/a>
That said, the battery probably just needs to be charged. I'm surprised that it had 2 starts in it after winter storage.|||they are under the seat next to the battery on most bikes. My suzki marauder and volusia are that way.
Assuming you mean an 800, a fuse is shown at reference numeral 9 in the wiring harness diagram here:
http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcy鈥?/a>
That said, the battery probably just needs to be charged. I'm surprised that it had 2 starts in it after winter storage.|||they are under the seat next to the battery on most bikes. My suzki marauder and volusia are that way.
TO REMOVE THE THERMOSTAT MACHINE GV 1400 SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE, WHICH IS THE TECHNICAL AND PARTS THAT HAVE TO REMO?
TO REMOVE THE THERMOSTAT MACHINE GV 1400 SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE, WHICH IS THE TECHNICAL AND PARTS THAT HAVE TO REMOVE To achieve this|||I'm not sure what's more annoying. Someone who types in all caps or someone who can't type an understandable sentence.
Is suzuki Motorcycles India launching new Zeus?
Is suzuki Motorcycles India launching new Zeus?
If so, is it going to be additional variants of existing Zeus like Alloy wheels %26amp; Electric steering or modified bikes?|||Suzuki Zeus is 125 CC , 9 BHP , 5 gears bike , Its excellent seating position , low end torque ,look and
high effieciency makes it the bike of the year , Really Suzuki has doe gr8 R%26amp;D as it has brought it as in All Aluminium engine (first in bike)which even makes it more powerful and gr8ly effecient. The torque is exceptionally gr8 so even in 5th gear at a sped of 20km/sec the bike doesn鈥檛 stops or vibrates, Exceptionally smooth gear transition , anti -decompression (extra smooth) kick and 5 geared gear box with transition display are really unique with SUZUKI . A must ride bike for bike lovers. Suzuki is planning to make 1 lac bike in next year and i think it will become the highest selling bike in the coming year ,No doubts about the mileage too . easily in tough conditions the bike is giving mileage of 59.5 km per litre (thats in tough city conditions) , and the company provides 6 free services too along with a few accessories . So over n all .. must buy bike.|||ya Suzuki motorcycles had lonched the new zeus
If so, is it going to be additional variants of existing Zeus like Alloy wheels %26amp; Electric steering or modified bikes?|||Suzuki Zeus is 125 CC , 9 BHP , 5 gears bike , Its excellent seating position , low end torque ,look and
high effieciency makes it the bike of the year , Really Suzuki has doe gr8 R%26amp;D as it has brought it as in All Aluminium engine (first in bike)which even makes it more powerful and gr8ly effecient. The torque is exceptionally gr8 so even in 5th gear at a sped of 20km/sec the bike doesn鈥檛 stops or vibrates, Exceptionally smooth gear transition , anti -decompression (extra smooth) kick and 5 geared gear box with transition display are really unique with SUZUKI . A must ride bike for bike lovers. Suzuki is planning to make 1 lac bike in next year and i think it will become the highest selling bike in the coming year ,No doubts about the mileage too . easily in tough conditions the bike is giving mileage of 59.5 km per litre (thats in tough city conditions) , and the company provides 6 free services too along with a few accessories . So over n all .. must buy bike.|||ya Suzuki motorcycles had lonched the new zeus
What year is my suzuki motorcycle motor its a 750gsxr number R716-113534?
that appears to be the engine number, Give the 17 digit VIN off of the frame.
How long can I expect my clutch to last for on my Suzuki GN250 Motorcycle?
I'm just wondering how many kms you'd expect to get out of a GN250 motorcycle before the clutch wears. This is for everyday driving, with traffic light stops and traffic dodging. Thanks|||I have a 250 Honda rebel and have owned a 250 Yamaha. On the Yamaha the clutch lasted 50,000 miles. I expect the same with the rebel. You should get the same wear on your 250. The manufacturers know that the 250 is considered the best size for beginers. For this reason most of the 250's have oversized clutches. To allow for the Begginer. The Ninja 250 does not have an oversized clutch and with some beginers the clutch will only last 10,000 miles or so. You probably know not to pop the clutch to do burnouts and things like that. So, you will probably get 50,000 miles out of the clutch. The thing to pay attention to is brakes and tires. I use mainly the front brake as it is easy and cheap to replace while the back brake costs more and is more difficult to change. I use the 250's for delivering paper routes so the clutch gets a good workout. You may get more milage than I do.|||That will depend on how you ride. If you are a beginner and you will be using it daily, it could wear quickly. Just make sure you dont let the clutch out too slowly while shifting into higher gears with high RPMs and you should be fine i would say for at least a year or 2. To better gage the wear time, how far is your commute? Is it all busy traffic on your daily route? Stop and Go or straight shot with no stops?|||I would imagine even on careful use the clutch will begin to slip around the 80thousand mile mark, as my Kawasaki is still on its original clutch and slips when i give it a fist full during overtakes.|||With proper use, it may outlast the bike. The GN bikes have very durable clutches. Where I teach motorcycling, we have GNs dating back as far as 1998, and have replaced NO clutches on them. They have spent thier ENTIRE lives in the hands of total novices, riding only in parking lots, and most of their time in 1st gear. Some of them have accrued over 10,000 kms this way.
Can someone help me decode this Suzuki Motorcycle VIN?
VIN # is T250-25906. I just bought this bike and would like to figure out how the VIN #'s were set up before they went to the standardized system that we have now.
Thanks|||Log onto www.vjmc.com (Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club) I think you may have to be a member in order to fully access their website, but, if you are into the old stuff that may be a good move on your part. They may be a valuable source of info and parts.
Thanks|||Log onto www.vjmc.com (Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club) I think you may have to be a member in order to fully access their website, but, if you are into the old stuff that may be a good move on your part. They may be a valuable source of info and parts.
I am trying to sell a used motorcycle Suzuki 2008 M109r, how do I find out what to sell it for?
(I made a big mistake to buy it for my ex- husband, that explains why I don't have good knowledge of motorcycles)|||try some free classified websites. surely, you will get better response.
because mostly people use these sites while they deal in used automobiles like cars and bikes. so i would suggest you to try free classified websites.
check out the link given below of a free classified website from where you can get better response.|||Kelly Blue Book.com
Edmund's.com
Look in the local classifieds and compare.
Ebay Motors.com
5k miles is not a lot, but Japanese bikes depreciate faster than Harley-Davidsons (I dont know why, but they do, maybe demand) don't be shocked by how much it has gone down.Could approach 1/3 to 1/2 the original purchase price.|||kbb or sell it to me for cheap :)|||try the blue book?
because mostly people use these sites while they deal in used automobiles like cars and bikes. so i would suggest you to try free classified websites.
check out the link given below of a free classified website from where you can get better response.|||Kelly Blue Book.com
Edmund's.com
Look in the local classifieds and compare.
Ebay Motors.com
5k miles is not a lot, but Japanese bikes depreciate faster than Harley-Davidsons (I dont know why, but they do, maybe demand) don't be shocked by how much it has gone down.Could approach 1/3 to 1/2 the original purchase price.|||kbb or sell it to me for cheap :)|||try the blue book?
What is the octane rating for a 95 RF600R suzuki motorcycle?
Here in the UK, the standard pump petrol (gasoline) octane rating is 95 RON. Any modern bike or car (apart from a few rare, mega-expensive high performance machines which we can comfortably ignore) will run on this quite happily, including the RF600R. It should be fine on US 87 Octane gas too, especially if it has been built for the US market.|||87 usually
Trying to choose between motorcycles, possibly a Suzuki sv650, and could use some help?
I am trying to pull the trigger on my first motorcycle.
I just completed the Motorcycle training course, and my instructor mentioned the Suzuki sv650 as a strong first bike. Unless people have other ideas, i started to just search for that model.
There seems to be multiple models that I don't know the difference between.
There is a sv650s. There is a sv650sf. There is a sv650sf with ABS
Craigslist in St. Louis has 4 bikes. Years are 2002 thru 2004. All priced between 2,500 and 3,800
Found another 2008 sv650s with under 500 miles.
Small dent on gas hub and scratches on muffler.
Starting at 3,500 but not an accepting price
I assume between 4,000+ (not entirely sure)
Then I found a 2008 sv650 SF with ABS.
1,500 miles and asking 5,500
Perfect condition
Without knowing anymore than i do....is one of these better to zero in on?
For a beginner? For when I get more advanced? For the value of the bike?
I don't know if the "SF and ABS brakes" are much stronger features and worth extra dollars.
I'm sure braking is important, but have no idea whether ABS is a huge difference.
I obviously don't know how motivated either seller is....so helping me decide an offer for each person would be a big help.
Or if you have different offers based on scenarios for me to ask both buyers about....any background or details would help me soooo much.
At this point, I really don't know what questions to ask other that previous riding history, year make and model, accidents, or other inciddents, and that's about it.
This is a real help.
I am 35 and have struggled nearly 3 years now with a medical condition.
I lost everything and haven't worked in 18 months.
I am now in St. Louis after losing my place this past December in Chicago.
This chance to learn to ride could be a huge break at feeling normal again.
And though all my funds are pledged towards medical bills, I promised that I ould figure out a way to make this happen. SO you help is very important, and much appreciated.
Have an awesome holiday weekend and thanks again. jp|||I think the SV would make a great first bike. I really admire the elegant design of the engine, a 90 degree V-twin with counterbalancer, so you have the 'character' of a twin with more smoothness.
The second generation SV 650 goes from 2003 to present, so you want one made 2003 or later. Starting in 2007 they have dual spark, but I don't think that improves performance or anything, it's just for lower emissions.
They come in various styles--naked, with a little fairing, and the V-Strom which is an 'adventure tourer' that uses the same engine and lots of the same parts. Except for the V-Strom, all the SV 650s are very much alike, just different in certain details.
Go and look at a few of them and see what they look like for the price. For your first bike you don't want anything too new and shiny and expensive. You're likely to be hard on your first bike. You may very well drop it once or twice--just minor spills and parking-lot tipovers. You will very likely abuse the clutch before you get the hang of it. So you want a bike that's old enough to be depreciated but new enough that you can still get parts (which won't be a problem with any SV 650). After a year or so you can sell this 'old beater' for about what you paid for it, and by then you'll have a better idea what you really want.
Really 'clean' new-looking bikes are going to be more money. But you don't really care that much about appearance for a first bike. Just as long as it's reliable (meaning the bike has been well cared for, oil changed regularly, etc.
Different models of the SV are sold as 'standards' or 'sporty' (not dedicated sportbikes but on the sporty side). So they might have different seats, different handlebars. If you look at a few you'll see that you find some configurations more comfortable than others.
I know just what you mean about a motorcycle making you feel more 'normal'. I have diabetes and sometimes my feet get a little numb from poor circulation. I get on my 1978 BMW and the footpegs vibrate just enough to feel really good on my feet! 8^) Plus, riding a motorcycle makes me feel independent and capable. In the Summer I do camping weekends, all by myself, which I totally love, they are like the high point of my Summer.|||I think a SV650 would be a great bike for you!|||I'm getting my first motorcycle in less than a month. I can only relay some information handed to me by family members who are riders or others on the internet. I've come to the conclusion that a ninja 650R would be better. I went to both the kawasaki and suzuki sites and the ninja is listed as $300 cheaper than the suzuki. In my personal opinion, the ninja also looks better. I'm getting neither of these as my first though. I'm getting the ninja zx-6r, which is more expensive, but will be worth it because it's what I really want. I'd say look into the ninja 650r, but ultimately, go with your own research and knowledge. It would be a big mistake to let someone influence you too much. Good luck with your first motorcycle.|||Hi, you don't say what the medical condition is. Sv650 is a good choice, if you like V twins, they have different engine character to fours, more engine braking.
If you are strong and fit dump the ABS, if you have a weakness in your left arm or right leg using the brakes and feel you need ABS get one with ABS.|||I really like this bike. I don't see ABS as wanted or needed, but other people like it. Should be alot of bikes to choose from in your area. Check craigslist, your local paper's websites, and cycletrader.com. You will get a feel for what is a normal price and what looks like a real deal. Look at the owner as much as the bike. You want someone who seems like they take good care of their stuff and a bike that looks like it has been taken care of.
I just completed the Motorcycle training course, and my instructor mentioned the Suzuki sv650 as a strong first bike. Unless people have other ideas, i started to just search for that model.
There seems to be multiple models that I don't know the difference between.
There is a sv650s. There is a sv650sf. There is a sv650sf with ABS
Craigslist in St. Louis has 4 bikes. Years are 2002 thru 2004. All priced between 2,500 and 3,800
Found another 2008 sv650s with under 500 miles.
Small dent on gas hub and scratches on muffler.
Starting at 3,500 but not an accepting price
I assume between 4,000+ (not entirely sure)
Then I found a 2008 sv650 SF with ABS.
1,500 miles and asking 5,500
Perfect condition
Without knowing anymore than i do....is one of these better to zero in on?
For a beginner? For when I get more advanced? For the value of the bike?
I don't know if the "SF and ABS brakes" are much stronger features and worth extra dollars.
I'm sure braking is important, but have no idea whether ABS is a huge difference.
I obviously don't know how motivated either seller is....so helping me decide an offer for each person would be a big help.
Or if you have different offers based on scenarios for me to ask both buyers about....any background or details would help me soooo much.
At this point, I really don't know what questions to ask other that previous riding history, year make and model, accidents, or other inciddents, and that's about it.
This is a real help.
I am 35 and have struggled nearly 3 years now with a medical condition.
I lost everything and haven't worked in 18 months.
I am now in St. Louis after losing my place this past December in Chicago.
This chance to learn to ride could be a huge break at feeling normal again.
And though all my funds are pledged towards medical bills, I promised that I ould figure out a way to make this happen. SO you help is very important, and much appreciated.
Have an awesome holiday weekend and thanks again. jp|||I think the SV would make a great first bike. I really admire the elegant design of the engine, a 90 degree V-twin with counterbalancer, so you have the 'character' of a twin with more smoothness.
The second generation SV 650 goes from 2003 to present, so you want one made 2003 or later. Starting in 2007 they have dual spark, but I don't think that improves performance or anything, it's just for lower emissions.
They come in various styles--naked, with a little fairing, and the V-Strom which is an 'adventure tourer' that uses the same engine and lots of the same parts. Except for the V-Strom, all the SV 650s are very much alike, just different in certain details.
Go and look at a few of them and see what they look like for the price. For your first bike you don't want anything too new and shiny and expensive. You're likely to be hard on your first bike. You may very well drop it once or twice--just minor spills and parking-lot tipovers. You will very likely abuse the clutch before you get the hang of it. So you want a bike that's old enough to be depreciated but new enough that you can still get parts (which won't be a problem with any SV 650). After a year or so you can sell this 'old beater' for about what you paid for it, and by then you'll have a better idea what you really want.
Really 'clean' new-looking bikes are going to be more money. But you don't really care that much about appearance for a first bike. Just as long as it's reliable (meaning the bike has been well cared for, oil changed regularly, etc.
Different models of the SV are sold as 'standards' or 'sporty' (not dedicated sportbikes but on the sporty side). So they might have different seats, different handlebars. If you look at a few you'll see that you find some configurations more comfortable than others.
I know just what you mean about a motorcycle making you feel more 'normal'. I have diabetes and sometimes my feet get a little numb from poor circulation. I get on my 1978 BMW and the footpegs vibrate just enough to feel really good on my feet! 8^) Plus, riding a motorcycle makes me feel independent and capable. In the Summer I do camping weekends, all by myself, which I totally love, they are like the high point of my Summer.|||I think a SV650 would be a great bike for you!|||I'm getting my first motorcycle in less than a month. I can only relay some information handed to me by family members who are riders or others on the internet. I've come to the conclusion that a ninja 650R would be better. I went to both the kawasaki and suzuki sites and the ninja is listed as $300 cheaper than the suzuki. In my personal opinion, the ninja also looks better. I'm getting neither of these as my first though. I'm getting the ninja zx-6r, which is more expensive, but will be worth it because it's what I really want. I'd say look into the ninja 650r, but ultimately, go with your own research and knowledge. It would be a big mistake to let someone influence you too much. Good luck with your first motorcycle.|||Hi, you don't say what the medical condition is. Sv650 is a good choice, if you like V twins, they have different engine character to fours, more engine braking.
If you are strong and fit dump the ABS, if you have a weakness in your left arm or right leg using the brakes and feel you need ABS get one with ABS.|||I really like this bike. I don't see ABS as wanted or needed, but other people like it. Should be alot of bikes to choose from in your area. Check craigslist, your local paper's websites, and cycletrader.com. You will get a feel for what is a normal price and what looks like a real deal. Look at the owner as much as the bike. You want someone who seems like they take good care of their stuff and a bike that looks like it has been taken care of.
How much should i sell my 2008 suzuki gz250 motorcycle?
I baught brand new last summer and am looking to sell for a sports bike there is only about 500 miles on bike what do u think i could get for it?|||Check Kelly Blue Book %26amp; look on Craigslist to see what price other people are selling similar bikes for.|||I have an 03. with limited miles but they are going for about 2300 in GREAT condition. So depending on the miles, somewhere around there. probably higher because of the year, but not much. around 3000-3500?
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Can I adjust the stock jets on my Suzuki GS500F motorcycle / street bike?
I want to make sure my bike is jetted correctly. I live at 7000' and the bike seems a little starved at the beginning of accelaration.
Can I adjust the stock jets or do I need to buy something like a DynoJet kit?
Does anyone have experience with using DynoJets on the road? They warn against it, but is that just legal crap? Are they street legal in CO?|||Just legal crap.
When you mess with the jetting, the EPA emissions are altered.
Go ahead and do it, no one cares.
Contact me for a carb trouble shooting guide.
It will give you tests to do while riding your bike and explain what needs to be changed/adjusted for optimum performance.|||You can absolutely adjust the stock jets. If you're lean at acceleration, tweak the pilot jet.
Can I adjust the stock jets or do I need to buy something like a DynoJet kit?
Does anyone have experience with using DynoJets on the road? They warn against it, but is that just legal crap? Are they street legal in CO?|||Just legal crap.
When you mess with the jetting, the EPA emissions are altered.
Go ahead and do it, no one cares.
Contact me for a carb trouble shooting guide.
It will give you tests to do while riding your bike and explain what needs to be changed/adjusted for optimum performance.|||You can absolutely adjust the stock jets. If you're lean at acceleration, tweak the pilot jet.
How much a Suzuki SV motorcycle year 2000 sells for?
It was dropped once while parked and the handlebar is bended a bit, otherwise it's in a great shape. Should I use the price of the Blue Book? Thanks for the answers!|||It's really hard to put a value on a used motorcycle. It's the same with sports cars. A dealer will price it much higher than the Blue Book, because he knows there are people who just want it really bad. And if you point this out he'll tell you right out that if you don't buy it some other idiot will come along and buy it. 8^)
Some bikes are especially popular so they go for more used, and the SV is very popular. Some bikes are worth different amounts in different parts of the country! Or even in different seasons of the year.
Use the Blue Book as a guide, but look on EBay and your local Craigslist to see what similar bikes are going for.
There are also many web pages with tips for buying a used motorcycle. Google 'buying a used motorcycle' and they'll tell what to look for.|||Somewhere around 5,000 was the average price listed on the web site I looked at.
Some bikes are especially popular so they go for more used, and the SV is very popular. Some bikes are worth different amounts in different parts of the country! Or even in different seasons of the year.
Use the Blue Book as a guide, but look on EBay and your local Craigslist to see what similar bikes are going for.
There are also many web pages with tips for buying a used motorcycle. Google 'buying a used motorcycle' and they'll tell what to look for.|||Somewhere around 5,000 was the average price listed on the web site I looked at.
Is it normal phenomenon for my motorcycle,suzuki drz 400 sm to feel hot while travel?
the left and right side of the engine is hot,and also surrounding the petrol tank feels hot too,why is it so?is the reservoir tank for coolant on the left side of the bike meant to be empty?|||the resivor on the left is the coolant overflow it shouldnt be full unless your engine is overheating,
while the bike is cold take of the radiator cap and make sure its full,
if its full and the heat is still concerning you change your radiator cap
just in case its boiling in the radiator and not over flowing, this would lead to your radiator exploding or spliting down the side
after you put a new cap on if its over heating you will end up with fluid in that resivor on the left
if it has no fluid there then its not overheating
but water cooled or not its a combustion engine it is exploding gasoline inside of it to make forward movment .. its going to be hot to an extent / water boils at 212 degrees "radiator will boil over at 212" operating temp isnt toooo far away from this you will know if its overheating
while the bike is cold take of the radiator cap and make sure its full,
if its full and the heat is still concerning you change your radiator cap
just in case its boiling in the radiator and not over flowing, this would lead to your radiator exploding or spliting down the side
after you put a new cap on if its over heating you will end up with fluid in that resivor on the left
if it has no fluid there then its not overheating
but water cooled or not its a combustion engine it is exploding gasoline inside of it to make forward movment .. its going to be hot to an extent / water boils at 212 degrees "radiator will boil over at 212" operating temp isnt toooo far away from this you will know if its overheating
Friday, December 16, 2011
How do I drain the gas from my 2003 Suzuki Volusia Motorcycle?
The tank is almost full, and I won't be riding it until next spring. How do I get the gas out of the tank?|||It is better to fill it up, add fuel stabilizer, and run it a few minutes so that the fuel in the carb is also stabilized.
If you plan to drain it, turn the gas off, start the bike and let it run till it s out of gas. then remove the hose off the petcock, and let it run out into a gas can. Open the drain line on the carb bowl and drain the carbs.|||Don't drain it. You risk corrosion with condensation. Fill it and add a fuel stabilizer.
If you insist on draining, follow fuel line from the petcock. Disconnect, direct to approved fuel container, and open petcock.|||take the hose that runs from the tank to the carb off and drain the fuel out,
failing that siphon with a length of hose.
or dont drain it out, instead put some fiel stabiliser (sta-bil)
in there and that will stop the fuel going "off"
If you plan to drain it, turn the gas off, start the bike and let it run till it s out of gas. then remove the hose off the petcock, and let it run out into a gas can. Open the drain line on the carb bowl and drain the carbs.|||Don't drain it. You risk corrosion with condensation. Fill it and add a fuel stabilizer.
If you insist on draining, follow fuel line from the petcock. Disconnect, direct to approved fuel container, and open petcock.|||take the hose that runs from the tank to the carb off and drain the fuel out,
failing that siphon with a length of hose.
or dont drain it out, instead put some fiel stabiliser (sta-bil)
in there and that will stop the fuel going "off"
Are Suzuki sv650s motorcycles fast&fun?
Yes and Yes, some people race SV's and they are fairly popular. They aren't superbikes, but if a top speed of 130+ mph is good enough for you then you'll be happy with it.|||It is not as fast as the GSXR but a great starter bike that is a lots of fun to ride.
Price range of a suzuki GS550E motorcycle?
my dad has a 24 year old suzuki GS550E motorcycle and he is wondering if its worth fixing it up. It looks like its going to cost over 900 bucks to fix, is this worth it or should he just scrap it and try to sell it? please include a web source and a price the bike might sell for, please and thank you!|||Condition is the Key but a 550E won't sell for a lot nore than $900 unless it is in Showroom Condition. Where did You arrive at that figure? It will need the Carbs rebuilt, all fluids changed, Tires, Chain and sprockets. If You can do the work Yourselves it will be less than that. All the help You need to bring it back can be found here.
http://www.thegsresources.com/|||I would definitely not spend that on a gs550e. Buy the parts and fix it yourself or trash it. Thats a lot of dough for very little return.
http://www.thegsresources.com/|||I would definitely not spend that on a gs550e. Buy the parts and fix it yourself or trash it. Thats a lot of dough for very little return.
Is a Suzuki GSX650F a good starter motorcycle?
I have been riding on motorcycles as a passenger for a year now and I've ridden a Honda 70 CC and a 125 CC before and I got the hang of them, but sometimes I would mess up on downshifting gears.
I will be a taking a Motorcycle riding course soon and then I want to buy my first Motorcycle. I was thinking a used Suzuki GSX650F. Does this sound okay?|||First off, do not 100% trust any answers you get from the internet - you do not know the experience of the person responding to you.
I agreed with Cheyne because he's right really. Of course you might say (or hope) that you'll be riding with plenty of others or in a fairly well populated area of the world, and that there will likely be someone to pick it up.
I worked in motorcycle training centre for many years, I have also had many a new rider ask me what kind of bike is suitable. I was lucky when I became interested in riding, because no one would sell me a bike that wasn't suitable for me (i.e. too powerful). These days money appears to be more important to everyone than life, therefore if you go into your suzuki dealership and ask the same question to them, they will of course say it's a suitable bike. Of course, if you died on that bike, it's either a good indication that you are very unlucky, or that it wasn't a suitable first motorcycle for you.
The real answer I'm trying to give you, without wasting your time, is TRY SOME BIKES. Please please please, never own a bike that feels like 'IT' is in control and not you. The reason why there should be a gradual transition in style or cc size, is because you become gradually more confident. Of course any dumb human being can take a credit card from their pocket and buy a large motorcycle. But exactly how in control will that person be when riding that bike?
Follow logic, if it scares you TOO MUCH, it's not for you. If you can control your right hand, you have the advantage.
Keep the rubber side down!|||Basically all anyone is ever going to tell you is that a 250CC or less is a good 'starter' bike for at least a few months, if not longer. The main reason behind that isn't speed or anything, but rather the weight of the bike. The road is very different riding compared to driving. Once you've trained your riding skills you'll have little to no chance of dropping a very heavy bike in the middle of the road, even in unfamiliar areas where you might otherwise be distracted.|||I would like to advise you here not to buy the suzuki motocycle because it may occur lt lots of prbolem in future such as no spare parts availibility in market, machenics problem and costly maintenence....
i would rather suggest you to go for some other companies which are known in indian market like herohonda, bajaj ets..|||According to Suzuki, it is an entry bike. Though I would suggest a used bike for your first bike. Find a clean used GS or EX and you won't lose that much money on the resale.
http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.鈥?/a>
I will be a taking a Motorcycle riding course soon and then I want to buy my first Motorcycle. I was thinking a used Suzuki GSX650F. Does this sound okay?|||First off, do not 100% trust any answers you get from the internet - you do not know the experience of the person responding to you.
I agreed with Cheyne because he's right really. Of course you might say (or hope) that you'll be riding with plenty of others or in a fairly well populated area of the world, and that there will likely be someone to pick it up.
I worked in motorcycle training centre for many years, I have also had many a new rider ask me what kind of bike is suitable. I was lucky when I became interested in riding, because no one would sell me a bike that wasn't suitable for me (i.e. too powerful). These days money appears to be more important to everyone than life, therefore if you go into your suzuki dealership and ask the same question to them, they will of course say it's a suitable bike. Of course, if you died on that bike, it's either a good indication that you are very unlucky, or that it wasn't a suitable first motorcycle for you.
The real answer I'm trying to give you, without wasting your time, is TRY SOME BIKES. Please please please, never own a bike that feels like 'IT' is in control and not you. The reason why there should be a gradual transition in style or cc size, is because you become gradually more confident. Of course any dumb human being can take a credit card from their pocket and buy a large motorcycle. But exactly how in control will that person be when riding that bike?
Follow logic, if it scares you TOO MUCH, it's not for you. If you can control your right hand, you have the advantage.
Keep the rubber side down!|||Basically all anyone is ever going to tell you is that a 250CC or less is a good 'starter' bike for at least a few months, if not longer. The main reason behind that isn't speed or anything, but rather the weight of the bike. The road is very different riding compared to driving. Once you've trained your riding skills you'll have little to no chance of dropping a very heavy bike in the middle of the road, even in unfamiliar areas where you might otherwise be distracted.|||I would like to advise you here not to buy the suzuki motocycle because it may occur lt lots of prbolem in future such as no spare parts availibility in market, machenics problem and costly maintenence....
i would rather suggest you to go for some other companies which are known in indian market like herohonda, bajaj ets..|||According to Suzuki, it is an entry bike. Though I would suggest a used bike for your first bike. Find a clean used GS or EX and you won't lose that much money on the resale.
http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.鈥?/a>
What is the most weight that a Suzuki Intruder motorcycle 850cc can carry?
Im 300lbs %26amp; what if i want a passenger?|||The bike has a wet weight of 587 pounds (when it's full of gas and nobody on the bike). It has a GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) of 950 pounds, which is the maximum amount allowable. If you weigh 300 pounds, then the maximum allowable weight (other than yourself) is 63 pounds.
That bike is known for being a little soft in the rear suspension anyway, I would suggest adding a little more preload to the rear suspension. This can be accomplished by rotating the preload adjuster located at the bottom of the single rear shock absorber. Higher numbers indicate a stiffer rear suspension, lower numbers will cause the bike to sink more while you're riding.
That bike is known for being a little soft in the rear suspension anyway, I would suggest adding a little more preload to the rear suspension. This can be accomplished by rotating the preload adjuster located at the bottom of the single rear shock absorber. Higher numbers indicate a stiffer rear suspension, lower numbers will cause the bike to sink more while you're riding.
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