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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Front turn signal light removal and installation
Removal Remove the screw. Disconnect the front turn signal coupler (1).  Remove the turn signal light assembly (2). Installation Install the front turn signal light in the reverse order of removal. ...

Rear brake hose removal and installation
Removal Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .  Remove the rear brake hoses as shown in the rear brake hose routing diagram. Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” . Installation Caution the seal washers should be replaced with new ones to prevent ...

Engine oil and filter change
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled times. The engine should always be warm when the oil is changed so the oil will drain easily. The procedure is as follows:  Place the motorcycle on the side stand. Remove the three screws of the right fairing 1. ...