Author Topic: A recall for L3 and L4 DL650s is coming. (Read 35524 times)

bigpie · « **Reply #60 on:** March 09, 2016, 13:57:09 »

It's not likely you'll get it back the same day, the check needs to be done on a cold engine.

Might be doable if you get there early on and it doesn't need any remedial work. Dealer is wanting mine up to a week. Bit of a faff getting it there and back but not as bad as 200 miles.

DerekMair · « **Reply #61 on:** March 09, 2016, 14:16:34 »

Hi
I got my letter in today will see the dealer at the MCN Scottish bike show this Sat see if they have done any yet.

Hugo Magnus · « **Reply #62 on:** March 09, 2016, 17:28:31 »

Got mine today too, I've done 18,500 miles and already had the clearance checked (it didn't need adjusting).

Andyonbass · « **Reply #63 on:** March 09, 2016, 18:34:54 »

Got my letter today too. Mine's done less than 700 miles so I doubt whether any abnormal wear would be apparent at such a low mileage. My fear is that it'll be deemed OK and any problems are likely to appear further down the line....

greywolf · « **Reply #64 on:** March 09, 2016, 18:59:38 »

Engines with under 2500 miles are supposed to have their tappets and camshafts replaced regardless of noticeable wear for that very reason.

The Menace · « **Reply #65 on:** March 09, 2016, 20:10:26 »

Got my recall letter today regarding the valve clearance check and tappet replacement. Was hoping it would include waterproofing the connectors in front of the air box.

greywolf · « **Reply #66 on:** March 09, 2016, 22:19:56 »

Only the Veek has the connectors in the recall. UK salt riding conditions are more likely to give problems and the worldwide feedback hasn't put the 650s in the trouble zone yet. All those fair weather riders are keeping the 650s out of the recall zone so far. I would not wait if I were you and take preemptive measures.

The Menace · « **Reply #67 on:** March 10, 2016, 22:35:18 »

Thanks greywolf, took the tank off and sprayed all the connectors with ACF50, I could not figure out how to get the air box off to get better access, the front clip was inaccessible.

UK_Vstrom650 · « **Reply #68 on:** March 10, 2016, 22:57:20 »

You can use a flexible screwdriver (PH1) and access the front screw from behind the throttle-side side panel... or you can pull the radiator forward to access it.

greywolf · « **Reply #69 on:** March 10, 2016, 23:02:39 »

Did you take the connectors apart and spray the metal parts? That is the main part of the process.

UK_Vstrom650 · « **Reply #70 on:** March 11, 2016, 09:01:59 »

+1 to GW's advice. I have a litre bottle of ACF50, so filled the cap and poured it into both parts of the connectors, replugged then smeared ACF50 Corrosion Block on the back of the connectors/wires before placing inside inner tubes. Took a while but hopefully it'll outlast the bike now.

No idea why a motorcycle wouldn't have waterproof connectors in the first place or at least have them located in a less vulnerable area? Big design flaw on Suzuki's part.

Kev · « **Reply #71 on:** March 11, 2016, 14:47:35 »

Another advantage of a fully faired bike is it keeps a lot of moisture away from vulnerable areas like this, still bad design though.

Pedro41 · « **Reply #72 on:** March 11, 2016, 19:16:29 »

If it was a (very) simple job to waterproof the connector block under the air box-I would do it.
I will mention it to the dealership when I take mine to get the valves done.

If they can't be arsed, I'll wait for the next recall letter.....

Hondaman · « **Reply #73 on:** March 11, 2016, 19:58:09 »

As a stop gap just regularly blast them with spray grease ;)

Pedro41 · « **Reply #74 on:** March 11, 2016, 20:39:03 »

Yeah, I'll try that spray grease thanks - it can't do any harm and I do ride in all weathers.

Thanks.

UK_Vstrom650 · « **Reply #75 on:** March 11, 2016, 21:09:02 »

It seems fairly simple to do (once you figure it out).

I spayed mine with loads of ACF50 via compressor before they caused me any issues. Suspect the damage had already been done

Pedro41 · « **Reply #76 on:** March 16, 2016, 20:02:09 »

I did my connector blocks with ACF 50 via a straw attached. I had to use a torch to see where the cables entered the block behind the top of the radiator. But it wasn't too bad to inject the fluid into the little segments where moisture might accumulate. Should help anyway.
I have some spray grease (synthetic) but its very runny- so I don't know if it will help. I might get some ACF corrosion block grease and try and apply that somehow!

EvilRacer329 · « **Reply #77 on:** March 17, 2016, 15:32:42 »

Called my dealer up to ask about shims for doing my 29k check this weekend and while I was on the phone he ran my plate through the Suzuki computer. Mine's a 2012, and no recall needed apparently!

I'll have a hunt for this connector while I'm in there, I ride in literally all weathers but am pretty liberal with the ACF50 over winter...

Andyonbass · « **Reply #78 on:** March 17, 2016, 15:59:23 »

Mines in getting new cams and tappets owing to the low mileage.....

I very nearly bought a new imported Strom when I was searching for one and now I wonder whether that would have been under the radar with regard to the recall?

UK_Vstrom650 · « **Reply #79 on:** March 17, 2016, 18:28:04 »

Quote from: EvilRacer329 on March 17, 2016, 15:32:42

I'll have a hunt for this connector while I'm in there, I ride in literally all weathers but am pretty liberal with the ACF50 over winter...

My bike was ACF50'd since new and I've used a compressor to apply it for about 2 years now. I always apply far too much to the hidden places but my connectors gave me issues last August (Mechanic said he'd never seen wires so green!). I would urge anyone to split them, ACF50 and cover with rubber tubing.

Suzuki's website says my 2012 is OK too, although it doesn't recognise my registration number...