Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Battery components

Regulator / rectifier inspection

Inspect the regulator/rectifier in the following procedures:  turn the ignition switch off.  Disconnect the regulator/rectifier couplers. Refer to “regulator / rectifier removal and ...

Battery charging

Initial charging filling electrolyte Note when filling electrolyte, the battery must be removed from the vehicle and must be put on the level ground. Remove the aluminum tap ...

Other materials:

Rear shock absorber disposal
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” . The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas. Mishandling can cause explosion.  Keep away from fire and heat. High gas pressure caused by heat can cause an explosion.  Release gas ...

General description
Engine coolant description Caution  use a high quality ethylene glycol base anti-freeze, mixed with distilled water. Do not mix an alcohol base anti-freeze and different brands of anti-freeze.  Do not put in more than 60% anti-freeze or less than 50%. (Refer ...

Engine coolant recommendation
Engine coolant Use an anti-freeze/engine coolant compatible with an aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water only. Water for mixing Use distilled water only. Water other than distilled water can corrode and clog the aluminum radiator. Anti-freeze / engine coolant The engine coolant perfo ...