Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit 1996-2003 Online Manual (ECM353)

Suzuki GSF1200 Bandit 1996-2003 Online Manual

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Suzuki GSF1200 and GSF1200S manual.

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Models:

GSF1200 Bandit 1200 (1996-2003)
GSF1200S Bandit 1200S (1997-2003)

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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Basic tools / Precision measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Special tools / Basic service methods / Storage / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Starting the engine / Engine performance / Starting system / Charging system / Ignition system / Fuel system / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Lighting system / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Specifications

CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Safety checks / Maintenance intervals / Tires and wheels / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter change / Air filter / Periodic maintenance / Non-scheduled maintenance / Engine tune-up / Spark plugs / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE TOP END
Engine service notes / Engine principles / Cylinder head cover / Camshafts / Camshaft chain tensioner / Camshaft chain / Rocker arms / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder block / Piston and piston rings / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / ENGINE LOWER END
Servicing the engine in frame / Engine / Oil pump / Oil cooler / Oil pan, oil strainer and oil pressure regulator / Starter clutch and gears / Crankcase / Crankshaft / Camshaft chain and guides / Connecting rods / Break-in / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH
Clutch / Clutch hydraulic system / Clutch master cylinder / Clutch release cylinder / Clutch hose assembly replacement / Bleeding the hydraulic clutch system / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION AND GEARSHIFT MECHANISMS
Engine drive sprocket cover / Engine drive sprocket / External shift mechanism / Transmission / Internal shift mechanism / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Carburetor operation / Carburetor service / Carburetor assembly (1996-2000 models) / Carburetor assembly (2001-on models) / Carburetor cleaning and inspection (all models) / Pilot screw / Throttle position sensor / Carburetor heater and thermoswitch (2001-on U.K. models only) / Carburetor separation / Float height adjustment / Throttle cable replacement / Starter (choke) cable replacement / Air filter housing / Fuel tank / Fuel shutoff valve / Fuel filter / Fuel level gauge / Crankcase breather system / Evaporative emission control system (California models only) / Purge control valves and charcoal canister (California models only) / PAIR system (California models) / Exhaust system / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Preliminary information / Negative battery cable / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Starting system / Starter / Starter relay / Lighting system / Switches / Relays / Electrical components / Combination meter / Fuel level gauge (1996-2000 models) / Fuel level gauge (2001-on models) / Horn / Fuse box / Main fuse / Wiring diagrams / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / WHEELS, TIRES AND DRIVE CHAIN
Motorcycle stand / ABS models / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Rear coupling and rear sprocket / Front and rear hubs / Wheels / Tires / Tire repairs / Drive chain / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Handlebar left grip replacement / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race replacement / Steering stem bearing replacement / Front fork / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorber / Shock lever assembly / Swing arm / Bearing replacement / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / BRAKES
Brake service / Front brake pad replacement / Front caliper / Rear brake pad replacement / Rear brake caliper / Front master cylinder / Rear master cylinder / Brake hose replacement (non-ABS models) / Brake hose and lines replacement (ABS equipped models) / Brake disc and ABS rotor / Bleeding the brakes / Rear brake pedal / Anti-lock brake system / Specifications

CHAPTER FOURTEEN / BODY AND FRAME
Seat and lock mechanism / Front fender / Front fairing / Rear frame cover / Side cover / Sidestand / Centerstand / Specifications

INDEX

WIRING DIAGRAMS