Suzuki DL V-Strom

Clutch fluid capacity & service interval

Suzuki DL V-Strom clutch fluid capacity is between min and max. Service intervals include checking every 6000 km or 6 months and changing every 24 months. The data covers 2 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
DL1000GT V-Strom (2004-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Check 6000 km/ 6 months
  • Change 24 months
DL1000 V-Strom (2002-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Check 6000 km/ 6 months
  • Change 24 months

Additional Notes

  • The Suzuki DL V-Strom clutch fluid specifications cover two configurations: the DL1000 V-Strom spanning 2002-2012 and the DL1000GT V-Strom spanning 2004-2009, both equipped with a hydraulic clutch system.
  • A hydraulic clutch system uses brake fluid to transmit force from the lever to the clutch mechanism, meaning the fluid reservoir level is maintained within a marked minimum and maximum range rather than filled to a fixed volume.
  • The check interval for clutch fluid is set at every 6000 km or every 6 months, whichever comes first, under normal use conditions.
  • The change interval is specified at every 24 months, which means the fluid is replaced on a time-based schedule regardless of distance traveled under normal use conditions.
  • The 24-month change interval reflects the hygroscopic nature of brake-type fluids, which absorb moisture over time and lower the fluid's boiling point even when mileage remains low.
  • Both the DL1000 and DL1000GT share identical check and change intervals, as well as the same level-based fill specification, indicating no differentiation in clutch fluid servicing between the two configurations.

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