How to clean fuel filter / pump - Suzuki SV1000 and SV650

A DIY tutorial covering the removal of the fuel pump from the tank, disassembly of the fuel pump from the housing, cleaning and reassembly. This how-to applies to the Suzuki SV650 and SV1000 motorcycles, but may also apply to other Suzuki models.
SalvageSV is located near Birmingham, AL and rides a modified Suzuki SV1000S.
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[@daddijc]

I was able to remove, clean, reinstall fuel pump because of this video. My Sv had stopped running and it now runs like a champ again. I had never done this kind of work before. Thank you!!!

[@TouringBubble]

daddijc Thanks for the feedback! Glad it helped you.

[@TehKneegrowplease]

Does your fuel pump have liquid in it? I think mine has gasoline in it how did you drain it

[@SwagA52298]

Great video, and a tip i got off of svrider is to attach the bolts and washers to a large zip tie. So that removal can be easy and you wont have to worry about counting them.

[@veedubgeezer]

Great video. The filter you cleaned is actually just the strainer. There's an actual fuel filter in the black plastic part of the pump module. These seem to be only available from Suzuki for around £400/$500.

[@calvincroft7321]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZLXla2ii96AqqM

[@calvincroft7321]

I've been doing some research and found this video with the replacement fuel filter/regulator sold separately by Quantum fuel systems

[@chocolate_squiggle]

Mate this video is amazing, thank you for doing such an in-depth walkthrough. You've really helped take a load off. My bike has been sat a few years but landlords are selling the house and I have to move so I'm under pressure to get it sorted (amongst everything else!) I thought it would just be a case of reconnect battery, fresh fuel, and flush out some fuel lines/injectors. But after reading more I've realised what a nightmarish rabbit hole I'm going down. Of course the tank has gone rusty inside, I honestly didn't even know that was a thing until last week so it's been a massive learning curve figuring out how to deal with all this mess. I'm dreading the tank bit, but at least your video has demystified the pump/filter assembly and I can concentrate on just the cleaning bit rather than deciphering everything as I go. There are old forum posts but lots of them don't have the original photos anymore so this video really is invaluable! I'll be doing the external filter mod at same time and wasn't sure where I had to backflush the existing filter element but you've helpfully shown that (indirectly) in this video as well. It's really lessened my anxiety and I'm looking forward to this part of the task now so thank you once again. I hope you're doing well all these years later. Ciao from New Zealand!

[@travismiller7151]

I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. I have an 03 SV1000S and was having what I thought to be fuel delivery issues. I found your video, went through the process of disassembling and cleaning the fuel filter and pump today and the bike runs better than when I bought it a few months ago.

[@TamsenCooper]

I think this is a great video and I am really enjoying your maintenance videos, you cover different topics to me and I find them really clear and informative- thanks!

[@SalvageSVmoto]

+Tamsen Cooper Thanks for taking the time to watch! I'm glad the videos are useful for someone.

[@keithrides65]

Great video! This is the same pump/filter in my 2003 GSXR 750. Crazy amount of gunk on the filter! Hesitation fixed, bike runs great now.

[@onionburper]

I'm really enjoying these videos you make. Great job!

[@aristzam4308]

Thanks for the detailed DIY useful video. If I need do pump cleaning for my Suzuki GSR600 in the future, I will watch it again...Congrats for the effort! Greetings from Athens, Greece

[@houyee316]

Thanks for the detailed video. In the process of trying to get my 03 SV650 to run after sitting for a while. My gas tank is off and cleaned. My friend suggested I replace the fuel filter and line but I had no idea how to do that. Hopefully I can get it running again soon!

[@tribe2000]

Brilliantly demonstrated AND explained AND videod. Hats off to u! I might be having to do this to my SV.

[@michaelbielecki3228]

Great video, I felt far more comfortable taking mine apart after watching.

[@VelvetRevolver4036]

That's a legend bike!!! I don't why Suzuki stopped making them.

[@BACK40ADVENTURE]

You definetly saved my butt, have a sv1000 that has been sitting since 2005 tank is super rusty. Fuel pump is the last issue.

[@chriscanham7130]

Excellent video and a great help. I followed it to sort out an overfuelling issue I had with my 03 SV1000. One thing I would add to this is I would suggest plugging the pump back into the bike before fitting it back into the tank just to make sure it works. I speak from experience here!!!

[@maselbac]

Heads up. Thats the strainer... the actual filter is contained in the uppermost part of the fuel pump assembly and is sealed! So have to buy a new one

[@calvincroft7321]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZLXla2ii96AqqM

[@Para-ni5lx]

6years ago but VERY HELPFUL & INFORMATIVE THANKS SO MUCH for sharing

[@Mad8vCycles]

the filter is inside the black plastic thing. that little mesh pouch is just the strainer

[@shenlim927]

Is the filter inside the plastic or in the steel nozzle the sits in it? Would a bit of brake cleaner help?

[@Mad8vCycles]

@@shenlim927 the thing in the bottom is just a strainer. not filter but just keeps a bunch of big stuff out

[@shenlim927]

@@Mad8vCycles gave the regulator /hp filter a vinegar, wd40, metho bath, couldn't see if anything flushed out but now when I turn the key 3 times I get 290ml, was getting 180ml before

[@hoofdpijn]

Very helpful video. Thank you for posting.

[@motolexx]

Thank you for this video. I still don't know if it will fix my problem, but it was already helpful! Much appreciated!

[@User-wo4vh]

Thanks for the walk through!

[@jj-tq4hx]

Same pump for k1-k3 gsxr 600, for anyone who has that model. I took mine apart but accidentally broke the black plastic outer casing that fits and holds in place the actual pump. Plastic can turn brittle after many years of gasoline exposure. Just a tip. So be very careful when removing or inserting the pump and not forcing the plastic. Replacement if getting OEM is not cheap!

[@tejanpillay8245]

thankyou so much for this detailed vid! my SV is finally being resurrected after 2 or 3 years standing. i had the tank cleaned out and was going to leave it at that. until i came across this vid. Invaluable assistance! let's just say my pre-filter an sump was about 20x worse than yours! I just hope the main (high pressure) filter in the factory heat sealed part is OK. from forums people have backflushed this but they say it's rather fragile and can damage it so best do as a last resort....also appears to be a clever fix where you fit in a FI in-line filter (see the Vstrom fix). thanks again!

[@SalvageSVmoto]

+Tejan Pillay Glad I could help!

[@aughanure1]

i flushed mine out with Milton Fluid( the stuff u clean babies bottles with)now its as clean as a whistle.

[@filipstanisic2351]

Well done. Thanks for the info

[@DarioTansini]

nice video! i have same problem with sv650s and need to cleen the pump! hope it's the same. thank u

[@yunlungyang2753]

Fantastic tutorial

[@tommyputaansuu7946]

Thanks mate for this video. Really helped me.

[@lostinsdf]

Nice work. Thanks.

[@briansoonachan7010]

Pump same as k4/5 GSXR 750. Good vid by the way..

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Good video. It is best to remove o rings and coat all surfaces with whatever you like to use. I prefer fuel lube but have used Vaseline in a pinch. Defects become more apparent doing that.

[@Seanybiker]

my gixxer has the same pump. I shall drop this link to my friend and drop the bike off at the same timer. good man.

[@monikavokeva1196]

very helpfull video. Thank you. i have problem with my k4 600 after 10k rpm starts to choke like theres not enough fuel. My tank is full of rust and some yellow powder like sh*t all over the pump and the tank. Now im sure i can dissemble, clean and assemble everything in the right order. Thank you :)

[@digita1215]

Great video!

[@vwluvin9164]

Thanks, this video gave me the courage to do this on my 09 gladius. The new filter didn’t fit so I cleaned the old one. My bike was bogging down at full throttle, now she has pep in her step again.

[@keltecdan]

My sfv650 is doing the same. Seems to fall on her face when I wide open the throttle especially on the highway. Not sure if it’s the filter or perhaps the fuel pressure regulator.

[@aughanure1]

atr the cheap filters on ebay any good as there is a big difference in prics and the same for the fuel pump compared to OE

[@johndorio4427]

What happened to the float when you removed the assembly? I didn't see it when you pulled it out of the tank. Doesn't the SV1000 not have a fuel gage float inside the gas tank?

[@TheKaspars90]

Hey man! Great Video! Where do you get them little filters/retainers from? I wanted to buy a few but can’t seem to find them anywhere online. Thanks!

[@drwombat]

Is there a sock or mesh style "filter" that fits around the pickup from the factory? I recall years ago someone saying there was... If not do you know if adding a thin one wouldn't affect flow? Sure would be nice to have one especially for us folks who live in gulf climates and have to deal with both bad gas and calcium/corrosion causing us woes

[@cyclemarin]

there is a filter in the pump it self, it would be better to bypass it and use an external fuel filter, the filter at the bottom of the pump is just a pr-filter. good luck

[@mhess427]

+Marco I just learned this the hard way. My tank was full of crap and I only cleaned the sump and the pre-filter because I didn't know there was a cartridge filter in the pump. Oh well, back the work bench to do it again.

[@cyclemarin]

I have bypass this filter by putting a inline filter if you search on the web there is many way to do it and you never have to worry about it clogging ever again.

[@jamesrussell2171]

MARCO is it possible to clean that filter inside? My sv650 is bogging down at WOT, even after cleaning all of the stuff in the video. I cannot for the life of me figure out what the deal is.

[@mhess427]

you can pump fuel through it backwards which may clear out some debris. There are instructions online explaining how this is done.

[@jamesrussell2171]

Matt Hess gotcha. Think I'll just buy a new one. Out of motivation to make a pump and do that lol thanks though!

[@DeusBelli76]

Nice video

[@briankeith757]

About how many miles dose a fuel filter last for?

[@bladerunner9717]

thanks so much for filming this was such a help ... see my video of my strip down . which I undertook with the help of yours . thanks again

[@jack4553]

What did you clean the fuel strainer with?

[@godschosenephraim8922]

I clean my filter out. bike runs great. but now my gas light stay on all the time. that piss me off. it's is a Gsxr tho

[@caseysuttles5827]

I got some gas yesterday on my 2003 Suzuki sv650 then went about 1/4 mile then started losing power and died and won’t start. Do you think the fuel filter could also be my problem???

[@user-nz6lc2hv4g]

Hey I have a question. I need a part for the fuel pump the silver rod looking I don't know the name of it. You know where I could get that part? Or the name of it?

[@hookerlee32]

What he's calling the filter is the strainer not the filter

[@daiyaandavids582]

I dont know if u know this but the black thing around the pump is the actual fuel filter

[@chaos.corner]

Did your fuel filter have a star washer on it? I see the ones you can buy come with one.

[@SalvageSVmoto]

I honestly don't recall. But revisiting the video at around 9:20 I don't see anything other than the plastic clip and the filter itself.

[@SexyMistaMustard]

Ever tried the vinegar bath in the tank? Supposed to eat it all and then flush.

[@SalvageSVmoto]

+SexyMistaMustard I've not. Last time I used the proper tank cleaning solution. It helped, but I think there was just still some stuff in there. A longer bath would have likely worked better. Turns out though, I had an issue with a spark plug wire.

[@SexyMistaMustard]

At least you solved it!

[@cyphalink]

What part is the one that tells u when u have low fuel cuz i took mine out to see if it needed cleaning when i put everything back ...i can have tank with gas and i see low gas light blinking

[@RB26DETT34GTR]

You have to check resistors (located in left rear fairing) on fuel sensor

[@0JM]

I have my GSX 1400 with out running over a year and my gas pump it is all cover of rust, in this case what should I use to remove the rust? Believe me it is a lot and people told not use vinegar or something like that, only use gasoline, please your advise 👍🏻

[@TouringBubble]

I ended up using some nuts and washers to break it up and rinsed with gasoline. Chances are you'll need to clean the strainer again after this, but it will eventually clear up.

[@MrDavidsch]

Tank seali ng kit you can get from bike shop :)

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

The lining in my tank peeled and clogged my fuel flow. Died mid ride🤦🏻‍♂️

[@roberthartle1388]

Help I have a 79 Twinstar. I started it the other day and was riding around. It started to sputter when I changed gears. Then it started dying. I had to restart it so many times the battery died. After I recharged the battery and put it back in the bike, the bike wouldn't start. Any advice??

[@mmdirtyworkz]

Take it to the service shop if you are not sure what is the issue. Too many things can go wrong and you can waste days checking them one by one...

[@chaos.corner]

Standard diagnosis. An internal combustion engine needs fuel, air, compression and, for gas engines, a spark. I see this is five months ago so I'm guessing you probably have it fixed by now.

[@daveyt4802]

Nice vid but, looks like you figured out some more things that need to be done. K5 SV 1k here. :) SV Portal has all the answers.

[@shanelumsdon11112]

i belive i just became a member today

[@keithslade9379]

issue?

[@tpridgen11]

Your fuel tank never leaked, I noticed you didn't use any sealer when you put it back on the tank

[@TouringBubble]

No leaks. I'm going off of memory, but I think there is a rubber seal on the flange that seals it.

[@briansoonachan7010]

With all the technology and engineers.. it would have been great if the fuel tanks were made of aluminium..

[@tbroyan2150]

No bench to work on?

[@log-x7976]

Hello, inside the pump there is a internal filter that is sealed. Do you know a way to clean that?

[@conner1466]

Did you ever figure it out? Think I'm ganna have to take mine apart Sunday and would be good to know

[@log-x7976]

@@conner1466 Nope, the only way is to change the pump OR find a new fuel pressure regulator

[@calvincroft7321]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZLXla2ii96AqqM

[@chaos.corner]

In case anyone is doing this and also wanting to de-rust their tank like I am, here's a tip. I am making a plate to block off the hole but it turns out that the holes are not spaced evenly on the points of a pentagon as I thought they were. This is presumably to ensure that the pump can't be reinstalled out of rotation.

[@tribe2000]

Really worthwhile tip. Thanx. (Y)

[@shanelumsdon11112]

you still rideing the Sv1000

[@TouringBubble]

Shane l That's a tough question. I still have it, but I rarely ride these days. I don't have the time.

[@shanelumsdon11112]

Sad But i understand. Im looking for one they are getting harder and harder to find

[@butlersracing7692]

Find it easier if you use an old chain🔗🙏

[@SwampCityRadio1974]

Ah, so that's what that plastic clip was that fell out of the fuel tank after I removed the fuel pump :D

[@beastbomber2511]

I did this now my pump won’t even prime lmao ig I messed up

[@fredblogsmac.5697]

not a chance i think id buy a new one

[@tysoncott7402]

use brake cleaner, doesnt kill O-rings

[@jamesmalloy9626]

That’s not a FILTER...!!!! Tha paper fuel Filter is inside tha black plastic module...

[@tribe2000]

i agree. The teabag thing is more accurately described as a STRAINER. And like you say, there's a *high pressure* inline filter INSIDE the pump itself.

[@kakalos47]

you should not cut the clean process this is the whole point