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Suzuki ladius
Manufacturer
Production 2012
Engine
Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Compression ratio 11.5:1
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Transmission 6 Speed
Frame Compact trellis steel frame
Suspension Front: Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped
Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
Brakes Front: 2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers, ABS
Rear: Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 160/60 ZR17
Wheelbase 1445mm / 56.9 in
Seat Height 785 mm / 30.9 in
Weight 202 kg / 446 lbs (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 14.5 Liters / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal
Manuals Service Manual



Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 11.5:1 compression ratio.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 160/60 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers, ABS in the front and a Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable. The ladius was fitted with a 14.5 Liters / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1445mm / 56.9 in long.

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Overview[edit | edit source]

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius










The Suzuki SFV 650 provides a new definition of aggressive sport bike styling. With a trellis frame openly highlighting its chassis design, stylish five-spoke cast aluminum-alloy wheels and a bold, upswept exhaust system, the Gladius promises exciting performance. The proven 650 V-twin engine provides the power you crave.

Fashion Meets Technology


Introducing a unique work of motorcycle art, a masterpiece of fresh styling.

Powered by a sporty 645 cc / 39.3 cu-incc V-Twin engine featuring the best of modern technology, delivering broad power.

A motorcycle that blends traditional displacement with an elegant new look, smooth handling and a friendly, comfortable ride.

Think of it as a combination of style and technology, efficiency and fashion, an unmatched value on two wheels, with an extra dose of daily fun included.

It is called the Suzuki SFV650 (GLADIUS).

Suzuki's all-new Gladius 650 was a complete surprise to the press. A new naked middleweight model featuring Suzuki's legendary 650cc V-Twin engine, the Gladius boasts unique styling in a user-friendly package.

With a fuel injected, twin plug head engine delivering enhanced performance, combined with great style and neutral lightweight handling, the Gladius is perfect for first time or experienced riders alike.




Suzuki SFV650 Gladius Key Features 39mm throttle bodies. 645 cc / 39.3 cu-incm3 fuel-injected DOHC 90-degree V-Twin engine based on the SV650 power plant with proven long-term reliability, broad power and quiet rumble. Twin Iridium spark plugs for each cylinder improve combustion. Use of Iridium alloy allows the electrode to be finer to produce a stronger spark. Race-proven Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Materials (SCEM) cylinder reduces friction and improves heat transfer, durability and ring seal. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) downdraft digital fuel injection enhances throttle response and acceleration and helps reduce emissions. 10-hole, extra-fine-atomization fuel injectors improve combustion efficiency. Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system integrated into each throttle body improves cold starting and reduce emissions. Elegant styling with a richly curved bodywork highlighted by edgy frame covers, seat rail/engine cover detailing and buffed stainless steel muffler cover. Steel-tubing compact trellis frame. Color combinations and contrasts of front fender, radiator covers, fuel tank covers, side covers, steel fuel tank and frame in each color scheme attractively characterize fresh and stylish appearance of the GLADIUS. Two-tone seat, with a relatively low 785mm (30.9-inch) height, ample padding and bolstered rear edges to well-support the rider's hips. Comfortable riding position composed with tubular handlebar shape, footpeg and seat positioning, and the slim fuel tank/seat meeting section. 41mm-stanchion-tube front forks and progressive-link rear suspension are both spring-preload adjustable. 5-spoke 17-inch cast aluminum-alloy wheels, shod with Dunlop Qualifier sport radial tires. Front brakes with floating 290mm discs and dual-piston calipers; rear brake with 240mm disc and a single-piston caliper. Carefully shaped multi-reflector headlight incorporates high and low beams as well as a position light, and is flanked by clear-lens turn indicators. Instrumentation includes an analog tachometer and LCD speedometer, digital dual trip meters, odometer, LCD digital clock and gear-position indicator. Indicator lights include a two-way remaining fuel warning lamp backed up by an LCD reserve trip meter.



Stylish Exhaust The SFV650 has a catalyst built into an exhaust chamber mounted underneath the engine and connected to a stylish upswept muffler.

Transmission Features Clutch release mechanism is changed from ball-screw type to cam type system and the transmission gear engagement dogs are strengthened to help improve shifting of the six speed transmission. .

To reduce mechanical noise, a scissor type primary gear is split length wise with the two halves spring loaded, and the clutch and countershaft sprocket covers are now double layered for additional sound reduction.



Chassis Features Chassis Comfort Chassis and bodywork are designed to be as slim as possible where the fuel tank meets the seat, the outside forward edges of the seat are rounded and features a low 796mm seat height. All to make the new SFV650 easier for entry level riders to comfortably put both feet on the ground when stopping and for maximum rider confidence.

Tail Light Compact combination tail and brake light is packaged neatly underneath the rear seat framed by stylish seat rails and also flanked by clear lens turn indicators

Compact Frame Compact trellis steel frame featuring 25-degree of rake and 104 mm of trail for stable and sporty handling with a beautiful look

Stylish Headlight Organically shaped multi reflector headlight incorporates high and low beams as well as a position light and flanked by chrome lens turn indicators.

Instrument cluster Instrument cluster is positioned above the headlight and provides an analog tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, LCD dual trip-meters and odometer. An LCD digital clock, and LCD digital gear position indicator are also featured. Indicator lights include a two way remaining fuel warning lamp, backed up by an LCD digital reserve trip meter.

Front forks feature 41mm stanchions with spring preload adjustability over a 15mm range and front wheel travel is 125 mm

Rear shock spring is preload adjustable over a seven step range and rear wheel travel is 130 mm

Single rear shock is connected to the rectangular-section steel swingarm through a progressive linkage which allows the suspension to react smoothly to bumps and improve overall ride comfort.

Dual floating front brake discs measure 290mm in diameter and work with dual piston calipers.

Dunlop qualifiers sport radials are fitted with a 120/70ZR17 front and a 160/60ZR17 rear tire.

Edgy lines of the frame cover on each side match the seat rail and engine cover detailing and compliment the shape of the chrome muffler cover

Engine covers are updated to match the stylish new look of the SFV650 with edgy design elements

Front fender and radiator covers are color matched with the fuel tank covers and side covers and contrast with the color of the fuel tank and the color of the frame.

New European inspired styling treatment features sleek flowing lines and an unmatched elegant new look.

Richly curved bodywork matches nicely with the organic flow of the footpeg mounting brackets.

Single 240mm rear disc brake disc works with a single piston caliper

Stylish 17 inch cast aluminum alloy wheels feature a new five spoke design with a 17 x 3.50 inch front wheel and a 17 x 5.00 inch rear wheel

Optimal Seating The carefully shaped seat has ample padding and the rear edges are bolstered to support the rider's hips well.

Tubular handlebar shape and footpeg positions are designed to work with the seat position to add to rider comfort.

Make Model Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius
Year 2012
Engine Type Four stroke, 90°-V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Displacement 645 cc / 39.3 cu in
Bore X Stroke 81 x 62.6 mm
Cooling System Liquid cooled
Compression 11.5:1
Lubrication Wet sump
Induction Fuel Injection, 39mm throttle bodies
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Starting Electric
Max Power 53 kW / 71 hp @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque 63.1 Nm / 6.4 kgf-m / 46.5 lb-ft @ 7600 rpm
Transmission 6 Speed
Final Drive Chain
Frame Compact trellis steel frame
Rake 25o
Trail 104 mm / 4.1 in
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped
Front Wheel Travel 125 mm / 4.9 in
Rear Suspension Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel 130 mm / 5.1 in
Front Brakes 2 x 290 mm Discs, 2 piston calipers, ABS
Rear Brakes Single 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17, Aluminum alloy, 5-spoke
Rear Wheel 5.00 x 17, Aluminum alloy, 5-spoke
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 160/60 ZR17
Dimensions Length 2130 mm / 83. 9 in Width 760 mm / 29.9 in Height 1090mm / 42.9 in
Wheelbase 1445mm / 56.9 in
Seat Height 785 mm / 30.9 in
Ground Clearance 135mm / 5.3 in
Wet Weight 202 kg / 446 lbs
Fuel Capacity 14.5 Liters / 3.8 US gal / 3.2 Imp gal