Where is the idle adjuster on the new model?

[zombie]

Please and thanks.

It was obvious on the K5. I can't see it on the new (2016) one!

[ophic]

I'm pretty sure late model pointies didn't have one. So I doubt the AL7 will either.

[zombie]

OK.. so can I adjust it at all?

[zombie]

Thanks for the replies.

That seems like a step backwards from Suzuki.

I have

- Revs dropping to 1k when idling
- Slightly jumpy acceleration
- More harsh engine braking

This has come on recently. I thought adjusting the revs might help. Maybe it is something else? The only thing I can think of is air filter, but that looks ok.

[ophic]

Within warranty period? Just take it to a dealer.

[zombie]

very good point. it is, by 3 days! better get on it...

[Talking Heads]

There should still be an idle adjuster screw... part number 2...?
https://www.bike-parts-suz.com/suzuki-motorcycle/650-MOTO/SV/2017/SV650A-L7-E19-/ENGINE-TRANSMISSION/THROTTLE-BODY/12461000/12461011/M/8005



Jerky low rpm running sometimes cured by throttle position sensor reset?

[Sir Trev]

I was going to suggest TuneECU but after a quick look it seems there are no Suzuki models listed. Shame, as it helps a lot of Triumph riders I've met.

Several other sites offer it though but I've no idea how good might be.

[Bibio]

you cant adjust the idle on any of the twin spark engines. if your idle revs are dropping it could be a faulty clutch switch or the more common fault on the new SV AL7 is the temp sensor.

simple to test the clutch switch. sit on bike with sidestand up and dont pull clutch in and start bike. does it start? if so then its the clutch switch.

[zombie]

Bibio

simple to test the clutch switch. sit on bike with sidestand up and dont pull clutch in and start bike. does it start?

done and yes it starts without pulling the clutch in. What do I do now?

Thanks!

[Bibio]

if its still in warranty then any suzuki dealer should replace it.

if not then the part number you are looking for is 57560-05A00 and should cost about £12-13. word of warning.. the screw that holds it in is a fekin nightmare, part number 57562-41G01 expect to pay £8-9 for that.

you might get lucky with the screw.

just measured the screw and its M3 x 20mm counter sunk.

[ophic]

Does that mean it will start in gear?

Not much of a safety feature if so.

[Bibio]

yes it will start in gear if the sidestand is up.

[zombie]

Thank you Bibio. And others. It is always an education!

OK to ride in the meantime?

[Bibio]

yes its fine to ride till fixed but you will stall at junctions if you dont keep a little revs up. dont leave it too long to get fixed as its part of the ecu clutch helper system.

[Bibio]

just a thought.. do you have aftermarket levers fitted?

[zombie]

standard lever (it is not the clutch span)

[Talking Heads]

simple to test the clutch switch. sit on bike with sidestand up and dont pull clutch in and start bike. does it start? if so then its the clutch switch.


Needs to be in gear for this test because in neutral it will start with the stand up.

[zombie]

Needs to be in gear for this test because in neutral it will start with the stand up.

It does NOT start if in gear with the sidestand up and clutch not pulled in.

[Bibio]

Needs to be in gear for this test because in neutral it will start with the stand up.

nope even in neutral the bike will not start. its a redundancy test by the ecu.

the bike will start with the sidestand down and clutch in when in neutral but will not start if the clutch is not pulled in.

to test the sidestand switch yes you put the bike in gear and sidestand down but you first make sure that the clutch switch is working. to do this you must bridge the clutch switch wiring to the harness.

test sidestand: bridge clutch switch wiring to harness, put sidestand down then try and start bike in gear.

test clutch switch: put bike in neutral and dont pull clutch lever, sidesatnd up or down.

[ophic]

If anyone rides a Honda, they behave a little differently. This is Suzuki specific.

[Bibio]

just checked and i stand corrected. suzuki have indeed changed the procedure to a new "easy start".

The Suzuki Easy Start System lets the rider start the motorcycle with a momentary press of the start switch without pulling in the clutch lever when the transmission is in neutral.

[Talking Heads]

Can't see why age would make a difference, so long as maintenance gets done it should be fine.
The electrics are not made in Italy...