When did the Suzuki TL1000S come out in Japan?
When Suzuki released the TL1000S in 1997 it is fair to say it wasn’t expecting the reaction it received. In fact, the next few months were the stuff of nightmares as phone lines to Japan went into meltdown, lawsuits were threatened and eventually the bike was recalled for a highly embarrassing safety update.
How does rear shock work on Suzuki TL1000S?
The rear shock’s damping action is controlled by a teaspoon of oil being forced through valves – it doesn’t work. The rear end starts moving, plus the front end of the TL1000S is liable to flap about as the sheer grunt lifts the front wheel. Result; one scared rider, and possible excursions into the scenery.
Which is better Suzuki TL1000S or Panigale?
The Suzuki TL1000S also chews chains and rear tyres easily. The TL1000S isn’t the fire-breathing crazy monster that reports from the period will have you believe. Initial throttle response is neater and more predictable than a modern Panigale and the exhaust note is ias quiet as any Euro4 bike at low revs.
Why was the Suzuki TL1000S called Widow Maker?
The TL1000S, or ‘widow-maker’ as it was very quickly dubbed, was a brand new concept for Suzuki. Seeing the popularity of models such as the Monster, and with V-twins the 1990s must-have engine thanks to Ducati’s WSB domination, Suzuki decided to build their own version of a sporty naked V-twin.
What was the price of a Suzuki TL1000?
Today, however, the bargain, ‘bad boy’ TLS is regarded as something of a cut-price, connoisseur’s classic. At launch the TL was a reasonable £7,999, on par with Honda’s softer Firestorm, but problems at the launch and some details revealed that development was slightly rushed.
What’s the difference between a four cylinder motorcycle and a TL1000S?
The TL1000S will have different running characteristics than four cylinder motorcycles, especially at lower engine speeds. When riding the TL1000S, the operator can feel the power pulses the engine produces from idle to 4000 RPM.
The rear shock’s damping action is controlled by a teaspoon of oil being forced through valves – it doesn’t work. The rear end starts moving, plus the front end of the TL1000S is liable to flap about as the sheer grunt lifts the front wheel. Result; one scared rider, and possible excursions into the scenery.
What should the idle speed be on a TL1000S?
The proper idle speed is 1200 RPM. Adjust the idle using the throttle lever stop screw. The screw is a black plastic knob mounted to the frame above the left engine cover. Set the idle speed once the engine has warmed to operating temperature. This is 160′ to 190′. The LCD on the tachometer will display the temperatures.