Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Battery runs down quickly

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Engine / Charging system / Diagnostic information and procedures / Battery runs down quickly

Troubleshooting

Step	Action	Yes	No
1	Check accessories which use excessive amounts of electricity. Are accessories being installed?	Remove accessories.	Go to step 2.
2	Check the battery for current leakage. Refer to “battery current leakage inspection” . Is the battery for current leakage ok?	Go to step 3.	Short circuit of wire harness. Faulty electrical equipment
3	Measure the regulated voltage between the battery terminals. Refer to “regulated voltage inspection” (page 1j- 3). Is the regulated voltage ok?	Faulty battery. Abnormal driving condition.	Go to step 4.
4	Measure the resistance of the generator coil. Refer to “generator inspection” . Is the resistance of generator coil ok?	Go to step 5.	Faulty generator coil. Disconnected lead wires.
5	Measure the generator no-load performance. Refer to “generator inspection” . Is the generator no-load performance ok?	Go to step 6.	Faulty generator
6	Inspect the regulator/rectifier. Refer to “regulator / rectifier inspection” . Is the regulator/rectifier ok?	Go to step 7.	Faulty regulator/rectifier
7	Inspect wirings. Is the wirings ok?	Faulty battery.	Short circuit of wire harness. Poor contact of couplers

Charging system symptom diagnosis

Condition Possible cause Correction / reference item Generator does not charge Open- or short-circuited lead wires, or loose lead connections. Repair, rep ...

Repair instructions

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Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Front wheel components” “front wheel assembly construction” “rear wheel components” “rear wheel assembly construction” Special tool ...

Starter motor inspection
Refer to “starter motor disassembly and assembly” . Carbon brush Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or smoothness in the brush holder. If either carbon brush is defective, replace the brush holder set with a new one. Measure the length “a” of the carbon brushes using a v ...

Front brake light switch inspection
Inspect the front brake light switch in the following procedures: disconnect the front brake light switch coupler (1). Inspect the front brake light switch for continuity with the tester. If any abnormality is found, replace the front brake light switch with a new one. Re ...