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The original Haynes Repair Manual - Based on a complete stripdown and rebuild of a vehicle

Suzuki GS1000GL (1981)

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    Use the online manual straight away
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    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
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    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    Extra videos in online manual
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle
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  • What's Included

    Book ships next working day (before 5pm)
    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
    Take on bigger jobs with Haynes’ help
    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle
    Suitable for novice and pro mechanics
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    Digital edition of the classic Haynes Manual
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    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
    Take on bigger jobs with Haynes’ help
    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle
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This Suzuki vintage motorcycle manual is 264 pages.

QUICK REFERENCE DATA

CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
How to use this manual / Chapter organization / Notes. cautions and warnings / Photos, drawings and tables / Model identification / Safety first / Expendable supplies / Tools / General maintenance and repair hints / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Emergency troubleshooting / Starter / Charging system / Ignition / Engine noises / Excessive vibration / Lubrication troubles / Fuel system / Clutch / Transmission / Brakes / Lighting system / Front suspension and steering / Specifications

CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Periodic maintenance / Engine oil and filter change / Air filter / Spark plugs / 4,000 mile 12 month service / Engine oil a nd filter change / Air cleaner service / Clutch adjustment / Check secondary gear oil level / Final drive gear oil level check / 7,500 mile 24 month service / Front forks oil change / Changing gear oil / Every 2 years / Suspension tuning / Engine tune-up / Valve clearance adjustment / Spark plugs / Contact breaker point and timing adjustment (1979 models only) / Throttle cable adjustment / Carburetor adjustment / Carburetor balancing (synchronization) / Choke cable adjustment / Compression test / Storage / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Crankshafts / Cylinder head / Valves / Cylinder block and pistons / Engine removal/installation / Lower end / Oil pump / Cam chain tensioner / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH, TRANSMISSION AND SECONDARY DRIVE ASSEMBLIES
Clutch / Transmission / Gearshift / Kickstarter / Secondary drive assemblies / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / FUEL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Fuel tank and fuel valve / Carburetors / Exhaust system / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging system / Starting system / Ignition system / Battery service / Fuses / Lighting system / Self-canceling turn signal system / Instruments / Horns / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Wheel balancing / Tire changing / Tire repairs / Front forks / Steering head / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / REAR SUSPENSION AND FINAL DRIVE
Rear wheel / Final drive / Swing arm / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / BRAKES
Calipers / Pad replacement / Master cylinders / Brake pedal adjustment / Bleeding/changing brake fluid / Brake discs / Specifications

SUPPLEMENT / 1981 AND LATER SERVICE INFORMATION

INDEX

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Models covered:
1980 1981 1982 1983 Suzuki GS1000G GS1000 GS 1000
1981 Suzuki GS1000GL GS1000 GS 1000 GL
1982 1983 Suzuki GS1100G GS1000 GS 1000 G
1982 1983 1984 Suzuki GS1100GK GS1000 GS 1000 GK
1982 1983 Suzuki GS1100GL GS1000 GS 1000 GL
1979 1980 1981 Suzuki GS850G GS850 GS 850 G
1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 Suzuki GS850GL GS850 GS 850 GL

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GS1100GK (1982-1984)

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