Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Break-in and inspection before riding

Damping force adjustment

The rebound and compression damping force can be individually adjusted by turning the respective adjusters. The rebound damping force adjuster 1 is located at the bottom of the rear suspension. ...

Break-in

The first 800 km (500 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and performance from your new motorcy ...

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Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Front brake components” Special tool ...

Clamp
Clamp the wire harness at such positions as indicated in “wiring harness routing diagram” in section 9a .  Bend the clamp properly so that the wire harness is clamped securely.  In clamping the wire harness, use care not to allow it to hang down.  Do not use wire or an ...

Rear brake caliper removal and installation
Removal Remove the rear wheel. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .  Remove the brake hose from the caliper by removing the union bolt (1) and catch the brake fluid in a ...