Im looking for the torque specs to put my engine back together on my 93 suzuki katana. I slpit the lower and removed the clutch.

Hi Charles,
Try the following sites:
http://suzukiclub.co.uk/tech-specs
Homepage venold com
The FixKick com Repair Pages for Sidekicks and Trackers

The 99 Suzuki Katana does not use transmission fluid, the engine oil, 10w-40 4 stroke motorcycle oil, is the engine and transmission lubricant, that's why it's called a wet clutch on bikes. It goes all in the same hole right above the rear brake. It gets sumped around the oil cooler (looks like radiator, but cools the oil not water) then it comes around and continues to cycle through engine, gear housing etc.

aply clutch before tou change gear

Displacement: 599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power: 86.00 HP (62.8 kW)) @ 11000 RPM
Torque: 58.00 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM
Valves per cylinder: 4

some models need the clutch in (even in neutral) to start, Check if there is a small micro switch under the clutch and check it works with a multi meter

You want to know the procedure?

You will need tools and a jack and a really good strong friend.

Remove the drive shaft. Unbolt the trans from the engine and put it aside. Unbolt the pressure plate and remove. The clutch plate will fall on you. Remove the fly wheel for resurfacing.

Take everything to the auto parts place that has a machine shop.

Get the flywheel resurfaced. Purchase a new/rebuilt clutch plate and rebuilt pressure plate. Get a new throw out bearing. Also get a clutch plate alignment tool while you are there.

When you get all the stuff together, reassemble it.

Put the fly wheel back in ... becareful of the starter. Add the clutch plate and the pressure plate. Use the alignment tool. Bolt it all back to proper torque spece. You will have to ask at the auto parts place for the torque specs. Oh yea, you will need a torque wrench for this.

Put the trans back in. You should probably change the universal joints while you are at it, front and rear.


Or - you could have a shop do this for about $500.00 to $1,000.00 and save on the band aids.

Thanks for your question at FixYa.com

good luck on your project.

whats happening is your clutch plates are sticking together. try tightening up the clutch cable a bit. im not sure if it is cable, it may be hydraulic? if it is, then bleed the clutch to get any air out of the system. if that doesnt work, then try an oil change. sometimes old, thick oil wont let the clutch plates seperate, and you get that jerking when your engine is cold. use a light oil. maybe 5-30 or 10-30. a light oil will make it easier for the clutch to disengage.