Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Air cleaner element inspection
Inspect air cleaner element every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Inspection
- Remove the air cleaner element. Refer to “air cleaner element removal and installation” in section 1d .
- Inspect the air cleaner element for clogging. If it is clogged with dirt, replace it with a new one.
 Caution
Do not blow the air cleaner element with compressed air. |
| Note if driving under dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element more frequently. Make sure that the air cleaner is in good condition at all times. The life of the engine depends largely on this component. |
- Drain water from the air cleaner box by removing the drain plug (1).
- Reinstall the removed parts.
Repair instructions
Air cleaner element replacement
Replace air cleaner element
every 18 000 km (11 000 miles, 36 months)
Refer to “air cleaner element removal and installation” in section 1d . ...
Exhaust pipe bolt and muffler bolt inspection
Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Check the exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts to th ...
Other materials:
Front brake hose removal and installation
Removal
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .
2) Remove the front brake hoses as shown in the front brake hose routing
diagram. Refer to “front brake hose routing diagram” .
Installation
Caution
the seal washers should be replaced with the
new ones to pr ...
Diagnostic information and procedures
Engine lubrication symptom diagnosis
Oil pressure check
Check the engine oil pressure periodically. This will give
a good indication of the condition of the moving parts.
Note
before checking the oil pressure, check the
following.
Oil level (refer to “engine oil and fi ...
Cylinder head related parts inspection
Refer to “cylinder head disassembly and assembly” .
Cylinder head distortion
Decarbonize the combustion chambers.
Check the gasket surface of the cylinder head for
distortion. Use a straightedge and thickness gauge.
Take clearance readings at several places. If
readings exceed the ...