This manual covers the 1995 DR350S and DR350SES, versatile dual-purpose motorcycles renowned for their reliability and capability in both off-road and on-road applications. Engineered for a balance of performance and durability, these models are powered by a robust 349 cc air-cooled engine and feature a capable suspension system and responsive hydraulic disc brakes, making them ideal for a wide range of riding conditions and a popular choice for enthusiasts. This comprehensive service and repair manual provides detailed information to assist owners, mechanics, and technicians in maintaining and repairing the DR350S/SES. It covers all essential systems, including engine overhaul, transmission and drivetrain, fuel and ignition systems, electrical components, suspension, steering, and brakes. The manual includes step-by-step procedures, diagnostic guides, technical specifications, and information on preventative maintenance, ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal condition. 🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Suzuki Model: DR350S / DR350SES Year: 1995 Product Type: Service Repair Manual Codes Chassis Codes: Likely includes variations for S and SES models, specific codes not explicitly stated but covered by the manual. Engine Codes: Likely covers the single-cylinder, air-cooled engine variants for the DR350S and DR350SES. 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Dual-sport motorcycle, popular for trail riding and light street use. Target Audience: Enthusiasts and owners seeking to perform maintenance and repairs themselves. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Honda XR series, Kawasaki KLR series, Yamaha XT series of the same era. Key Features Vehicle Type: Versatile dual-purpose motorcycle suitable for off-road and on-road use. Manual Benefit: Empowers owners with the knowledge to maintain and repair their DR350S/SES, saving time and money. Format Advantage: PDF format offers easy searching, accessibility on multiple devices, and the ability to print specific pages. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Overhaul: Comprehensive coverage of engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly. Transmission And Drivetrain: Detailed procedures for transmission, clutch, and final drive maintenance and repair. Fuel And Ignition Systems: Includes carburetor tuning, fuel pump diagnostics, and ignition system troubleshooting. Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for all electrical circuits. Suspension And Steering: Front fork overhaul, rear shock absorber servicing, and steering system maintenance. Brakes: Front and rear brake system maintenance, caliper rebuilds, and bleeding procedures. Frame And Bodywork: Procedures for frame inspection, fairing removal/installation, and seat maintenance. Wheels And Tires: Tire replacement, wheel bearing maintenance, and spoke tensioning. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic guides for common problems and systematic fault finding. Page Count Estimated Pages: Likely 300-500 pages, typical for a comprehensive service manual. Manual Type Type: Factory Authorized Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Top end (cylinder head, valves, piston), bottom end (crankshaft, connecting rod, bearings), lubrication, cooling (air-cooled). Transmission Drivetrain: Clutch operation and adjustment, gearbox internals, shift mechanism, drive chain maintenance. Fuel System: Carburetor (Mikuni BST series likely), fuel tank, petcock, fuel lines. Ignition System: CDI ignition, spark plug specifications, ignition timing, stator and rotor testing. Electrical Systems: Lighting circuits, horn, battery, charging system (alternator), starter motor (if applicable), instrumentation. Suspension: Front telescopic forks (including oil type, level, seal replacement), rear monoshock absorber (adjustments, servicing). Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear), brake fluid type and specifications, caliper service, master cylinder. Steering: Handlebar assembly, steering stem bearings, fork clamping. Chassis: Frame construction, subframe, swingarm maintenance, linkage bearings (if applicable). Procedures Included Preventative Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, chain lubrication and adjustment, air filter cleaning/replacement, spark plug checks. Disassembly Assembly: Step-by-step instructions for removing, inspecting, and reinstalling major components. Troubleshooting Guides: Systematic diagnostic flowcharts for common performance issues. Technical Specifications: Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical resistance values. Adjustments: Carburetor idle and mixture, clutch lever play, brake lever free play, suspension sag. Rebuilds: Carburetor overhaul, fork seal replacement, brake caliper rebuilding. Electrical Diagnostics: Testing of charging system, ignition coil, stator, and wiring harness continuity. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to full engine and chassis rebuilds. Diagnostic Capabilities: Advanced troubleshooting with detailed symptom-cause-solution tables and diagnostic procedures. Special Tools: Identification and usage of specialized tools required for certain repairs. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchable: Likely, as is standard for well-produced PDF manuals. Print Quality Quality: High-resolution scans of original factory documentation, suitable for printing. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Single-cylinder, four-stroke, SOHC, air-cooled Displacement: 349 cc (21.3 cu in) Bore X Stroke: 82.0 mm x 64.0 mm (3.23 in x 2.52 in) Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 Performance Horsepower: Approx. 26-30 hp (depending on specific tuning and market) at ~7,000 rpm Torque: Approx. 20-22 lb-ft (depending on specific tuning and market) at ~5,500 rpm Fuel System Carburetor: Mikuni BST33, 33 mm (flat slide carburetor) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (minimum octane rating specified in manual, typically 87 or higher) Lubrication Oil Capacity: Approx. 1.8 L (1.9 US qt)...
This manual covers the 1995 DR350S and DR350SES, versatile dual-purpose motorcycles renowned for their reliability and capability in both off-road and on-road applications. Engineered for a balance of performance and durability, these models are powered by a robust 349 cc air-cooled engine and feature a capable suspension system and responsive hydraulic disc brakes, making them ideal for a wide range of riding conditions and a popular choice for enthusiasts.
This comprehensive service and repair manual provides detailed information to assist owners, mechanics, and technicians in maintaining and repairing the DR350S/SES. It covers all essential systems, including engine overhaul, transmission and drivetrain, fuel and ignition systems, electrical components, suspension, steering, and brakes. The manual includes step-by-step procedures, diagnostic guides, technical specifications, and information on preventative maintenance, ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal condition.
🏷️ Basic Information
Identification
Make:
Suzuki
Model:
DR350S / DR350SES
Year:
1995
Product Type:
Service Repair Manual
Codes
Chassis Codes:
Likely includes variations for S and SES models, specific codes not explicitly stated but covered by the manual.
Engine Codes:
Likely covers the single-cylinder, air-cooled engine variants for the DR350S and DR350SES.
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Segment:
Dual-sport motorcycle, popular for trail riding and light street use.
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts and owners seeking to perform maintenance and repairs themselves.
Competitive Analysis
Competitors:
Honda XR series, Kawasaki KLR series, Yamaha XT series of the same era.
Key Features
Vehicle Type:
Versatile dual-purpose motorcycle suitable for off-road and on-road use.
Manual Benefit:
Empowers owners with the knowledge to maintain and repair their DR350S/SES, saving time and money.
Format Advantage:
PDF format offers easy searching, accessibility on multiple devices, and the ability to print specific pages.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Engine Overhaul:
Comprehensive coverage of engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Transmission And Drivetrain:
Detailed procedures for transmission, clutch, and final drive maintenance and repair.
Fuel And Ignition Systems:
Includes carburetor tuning, fuel pump diagnostics, and ignition system troubleshooting.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for all electrical circuits.
Suspension And Steering:
Front fork overhaul, rear shock absorber servicing, and steering system maintenance.
Brakes:
Front and rear brake system maintenance, caliper rebuilds, and bleeding procedures.
Frame And Bodywork:
Procedures for frame inspection, fairing removal/installation, and seat maintenance.
Wheels And Tires:
Tire replacement, wheel bearing maintenance, and spoke tensioning.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic guides for common problems and systematic fault finding.
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Likely 300-500 pages, typical for a comprehensive service manual.
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Authorized Service Manual / Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF Download
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Systems:
Top end (cylinder head, valves, piston), bottom end (crankshaft, connecting rod, bearings), lubrication, cooling (air-cooled).
Carburetor idle and mixture, clutch lever play, brake lever free play, suspension sag.
Rebuilds:
Carburetor overhaul, fork seal replacement, brake caliper rebuilding.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Testing of charging system, ignition coil, stator, and wiring harness continuity.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to full engine and chassis rebuilds.
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Advanced troubleshooting with detailed symptom-cause-solution tables and diagnostic procedures.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized tools required for certain repairs.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Searchable:
Likely, as is standard for well-produced PDF manuals.
Print Quality
Quality:
High-resolution scans of original factory documentation, suitable for printing.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Type:
Single-cylinder, four-stroke, SOHC, air-cooled
Displacement:
349 cc (21.3 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
82.0 mm x 64.0 mm (3.23 in x 2.52 in)
Compression Ratio:
9.5:1
Performance
Horsepower:
Approx. 26-30 hp (depending on specific tuning and market) at ~7,000 rpm
Torque:
Approx. 20-22 lb-ft (depending on specific tuning and market) at ~5,500 rpm
Fuel System
Carburetor:
Mikuni BST33, 33 mm (flat slide carburetor)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (minimum octane rating specified in manual, typically 87 or higher)
Lubrication
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 1.8 L (1.9 US qt) with filter change.
Oil Type:
SAE 10W-40 motorcycle specific, API SG or higher.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed constant mesh
Optional
Options:
N/A (5-speed was standard across DR350S/SES)
Features
Clutch Type:
Wet, multi-plate
Drive Type:
Chain drive
Clutch Fluid:
N/A (cable actuated)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 2,200 mm (86.6 in)
Width:
Approx. 800 mm (31.5 in)
Height:
Approx. 1,210 mm (47.6 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approx. 122 kg (269 lbs) for DR350S, slightly more for SES due to electric start.
Wet Weight:
Approx. 132 kg (291 lbs) for DR350S with fluids.
Fuel Capacity:
13 L (3.4 US gal) including a 2.5 L (0.7 US gal) reserve.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Ratings:
Motorcycles are not typically subjected to standardized crash ratings like cars; safety relies on rider skill and vehicle design.
Active Features
Braking System:
Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes.
Lighting:
Headlight, taillight, brake light, turn signals.
Passive Features
Frame Construction:
Steel semi-double cradle frame designed for rigidity and impact resistance.
Ergonomics:
Designed for upright riding position, aiding rider control.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
N/A (Basic instrumentation: speedometer, odometer, neutral indicator, high beam indicator).
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance:
N/A (No electronic rider aids typical for this era).
Connectivity
Connectivity:
N/A (No connectivity features).
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Every 3,000 km (1,800 miles) or 6 months.
Oil Filter Change:
Every 6,000 km (3,600 miles) or 12 months (or with every oil change for best practice).
Air Filter Cleaning:
Every 1,000 km (600 miles) or more frequently in dusty conditions.
Spark Plug Inspection:
Every 3,000 km (1,800 miles).
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 6,000 km (3,600 miles).
Drive Chain Lubrication:
Every 500 km (300 miles) and after washing.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Grade:
SAE 10W-40, API SG, JASO MA/MB
Fork Oil:
Suzuki SN (or equivalent 10W fork oil), 500 ml per fork leg (specific quantity detailed in manual).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Known Issues
Common Problems:
Carburetor jetting can be sensitive to altitude/temperature; potential for minor oil leaks from valve cover or clutch cover gaskets; kickstart mechanism wear on high-mileage units.
Maintenance Tips:
Regular cleaning of the air filter and proper chain maintenance are crucial for longevity.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Suzuki has a long history of producing reliable and capable off-road and dual-sport motorcycles.
Model Evolution
Predecessors:
Evolved from earlier Suzuki dual-sport models like the DR350.
Successors:
Contributed to the development of later DR-Z models.
Variants:
DR350S (kick-start only) and DR350SES (electric start option).
Production
Production Years:
DR350 line produced from early 1990s through late 1990s, with the 1995 model being a key year.
Manufacturing Location:
Japan
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Recognition:
The DR350 series was generally well-regarded for its reliability and versatility in its class.
Ratings
Owner Satisfaction:
High owner satisfaction for its intended use, often praised for durability.
Certifications
Certification:
N/A (No specific certifications beyond emissions compliance for the period).