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The SUZUKI TL1000S. Best bike in the world? No, probably not, at least not for everyone. For me, yes. It does everything I want it to, and it's got plenty left over. The ergonomics of the machine are perfect for a nice sporty ride in the mountains, but it's a little hard on the wrists, so mine doesn't get much highway use. The TL has an awesome combination of horsepower and torque, (see Engine Specs below for the actual numbers), mixed with a fairly low weight, and top shelf handling to deliver a total performance package that is more than capable of anything anyone would ask it to do. (Except 200 mph, but let's be reasonable, ok?) Well, enough rambling, right? Go ahead and check out the page, and email me with any questions, comments, or suggestions. ENJOY!

Engine Specs Chassis Specs Performance Data Airbox Mod Some Links

	TL1000S Engine Specifications
Engine Type	Liquid Cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Engine size	996 cc.
Carburetion	Fuel Injection, 52mm Trottle Bodies
Bore/Stroke	98.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression Ratio	11.3 : 1
Transmission	6 - speed
Horsepower	106.2 bhp @ 8500 rpm MINE'S GOT 116.9 NOW!
Torque	69.7 ft. - lbs. @ 6750 rpm MINE'S GOT 74.7 NOW!

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	TL1000S Chassis Specifications
Chassis Type	Aluminum Trellis Type
Rake	23.7 degrees
Trail	3.7 inches
Wheelbase	55.7 inches
Front Tire Size	120/70ZR17
Rear Tire Size	190/50ZR17
Seat Height	33.0 inches
Dry Weight	442 lb.

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	TL1000S Performance Data
0 - 60 MPH	2.7 seconds
Quarter Mile	10.64 sec. @ 132.37 mph
Top Speed	162 mph
Fuel Capacity	4.5 gallons
Mileage / Range	34.0 mpg / 153 mi.
Fun Factor	OFF THE SCALE!!!!!

What it lacks in MILES per gallon,it more than makes up for in GRINS per gallon!

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TL1000S Airbox Mod

Unfortunately, I do not have any pictures of what I've done to my airbox. I hope to have some soon though. So I'll just explain it as best as I can. It's actually pretty simple, and if you've ever lifted the tank and pulled your air filter element, you'll probably be able to figure out what I'm talking about. A freind of mine has a '98 TLR and did some experimentation in this area, which got me thinking about what I could do to my S model. He removed the top half of his airbox, (an entirely different design), so it did not have to pull all the air through the ram air tubes. He gained about 3 bhp, so I thought there was probably some hidden potential in mine.

What I've done is removed the oval shaped cover that holds in the filter. You can see on the underside of this piece an indentation from the molding. Cut this oval shape out. There is some support pieces along the front of the cover. I took an old piece of ABS and cut out some small pieces to fill in this support area, using a torch to heat and form the ABS to the inside of the opening, and then using a soldering tip on the torch to 'weld' them in place.

After that was done, I cut the end out of the filter element in the same oval shape as the cover. Put it all back together. You can see right down into the filter, but it is still breathing filtered air. It can still pull it from the intakes, but it is also pulling it in from around the tank. I've also removed some restriction from the center air passage way by removing the vacuum controlled flapper valve. There is no doubt it is breathing more freely now, and I believe it feels a little stronger as well. I have not had a chance to dyno it since the mods.

If this explanation was not quite clear enough, email me and I'll try to explain it better.
UPDATE- On 8/28/99 at the POCONO cycle festival, I had it on the dyno. I was pleased. It is now making 116.9 bhp, which is up about 3 bhp from before the mod, and 74.7 ft/lbs of torque!

Check out the dyno chart! I finally got it posted. S e e i t h e r e !