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1985-1986 Suzuki Madura GV1200GL GV1200 Gv 1200 Gl Service Repair Workshop Manual
1985-1986 Suzuki Madura GV1200GL GV1200 Gv 1200 Gl Service Repair Workshop Manual
- Brand
- Suzuki
- Equipment
- Motorcycles
- Models covered
- Madura
- Years
- 1985
- Format
- PDF, searchable, print-ready
- Delivery
- Instant download after checkout
- Language
- English
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This is the COMPLETE Service and Repair Manual for the 1985-1986 Suzuki Madura GV1200GL GV1200 Gv 1200 Gl Service Repair Workshop Manual. It covers every single detail.
1985-1986 Suzuki Madura GV1200GL GV1200 GV 1200 GL Service Repair Workshop Manual PDF The Suzuki Madura GV1200 was a V4-powered cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki Motor Corporation during the mid-1980s. Suzuki, founded by Michio Suzuki in 1909 and entering motorcycle production in 1952, is one of Japans four major motorcycle manufacturers. The Madura line represented Suzukis entry into the American-style cruiser market dominated by Harley-Davidson, Honda Shadow, and Yamaha Virago. What set the Madura apart was its liquid-cooled 1199cc DOHC V4 engine, a rare configuration for a cruiser. The Madura was available in two variants: the GV1200 standard and the GV1200GL (Grand Luxe) featuring additional Touring equipment including a windscreen, saddlebags, and highway pegs. Despite its advanced engineering and attractive styling, the Madura had a brief production run from 1985 to 1986, making it one of the rarer Suzuki motorcycles and increasingly collectible. VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTION: Suzuki developed the Madura to challenge the dominance of V-twin cruisers in the American market by offering something genuinely different: a V4 engine with automotive-derived liquid cooling and dual overhead camshafts per bank. The 1199cc engine was closely related to the unit found in the Suzuki GSX-R750 lineage but tuned for strong low-end and mid-range torque rather than top-end power. The chassis combined a steel double-cradle frame with air-assisted front forks and monoshock rear suspension for improved cruiser ride quality. The GL touring variant added practical features for long-distance riding including luggage and wind protection. Though production was short-lived, the Madura remains noteworthy for its unique engine configuration and attractive cruiser styling. SERVICE & REPAIR SCOPE: - V4 engine top-end service including cylinder head removal and cam timing - Valve clearance adjustment procedure for all four cylinders - Carburetor synchronization of four Mikuni carburetors - Clutch hydraulic system overhaul and cable adjustment - Five-speed transmission bearing inspection and shift drum service - Liquid cooling system service including water pump and radiator flush - Final drive shaft inspection and spline lubrication - Front fork fork oil and seal replacement with air system testing - Rear monoshock service and linkage bearing replacement - Electrical system diagnosis including rectifier/regulator and ignition modules TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: - Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor Corporation, Hamamatsu, Japan - Engine type: Liquid-cooled DOHC 90-degree V4, four-stroke - Displacement: 1199cc - Production years: 1985-1986 - Vehicle type: Cruiser / touring motorcycle - Fuel delivery: Four Mikuni carburetors - Ignition: Electronic transistor ignition - Transmission: Five-speed with shaft final drive - Frame type: Steel double-cradle - Front suspension: Air-assisted telescopic fork - Rear suspension: Monoshock with linkage - Brakes: Disc brakes front and rear DIAG
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