GENERAL INFORMATION 1-5 FUEL, OIL AND ENGINE COOLANT RECOMMENDATION FUEL (FOR USA AND CANADA) Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 90 pump octane (R/2 + M/2). Gasoline containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether), less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methanol with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitor is permissible. FUEL (FOR OTHER COUNTRIES) Gasoline used should be graded 95 octane (Research Method) or higher. Unleaded gasoline is recom- mended. ENGINE OIL (FOR USA) Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and life. Always select good quality engine oil. Suzuki recommends the use of SUZUKI PERFORMANCE 4 MOTOR OIL or equivalent engine oil. Use of API SF/SG or SH/SJ with JASO MA. Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil. If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an alternative according to the following chart. ENGINE OIL (FOR OTHER COUNTRIES) Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and life. Always select good quality engine oil. Use of API E SF/SG or SH/SJ with JASO MA. L Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil. If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an alternative accord- ing to the right chart. P M BRAKE FLUID A Specification and classification: DOT 4 S Since the brake system of this motorcycle is filled with a glycol-based brake fluid by the manu- facturer, do not use or mix different types of fluid such as silicone-based and petroleum-based fluid for refilling the system, otherwise serious damage will result. Do not use any brake fluid taken from old or used or unsealed containers. Never re-use brake fluid left over from a previous servicing, which has been stored for a long period.
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