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:

Drive chain adjustment
Inspect the drive chain slack before each use of the motorcycle. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. The drive chain should be adjusted for 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 In) of slack, as shown. Warning Too much chain slack can cause the chain to come off the sprockets, resul ...

Drive chain inspection and adjustment
Inspect drive chain initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter Drive chain visual check With the transmission in neutral, support the motorcycle using a jack and turn the rear wheel slowly by hand. Visually check the drive chain fo ...

Swingarm related parts inspection
Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” (page 2c- 9). Spacers Remove the collar and spacer from the swingarm.  Inspect the collars and spacer for wear and damage. If any defects are found, replace them with new ones. Chain buffer Inspect the chain buffer for wear and ...