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 ...

Other materials:

Fastener removal and installation
Type a Removal Depress the head of fastener center piece (1).  Pull out the fastener (2). Installation Let the center piece stick out toward the head so that the pawls “a” closes. Insert the fastener into the installation hole. Note to prevent the pawl ...

Conrod and crankshaft inspection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Conrod small end I.D. Measure the conrod small end inside diameter using the small bore gauge. If the conrod small end inside diameter exceeds the service limit, replace the conrod. Special ...

Ignition switch
The ignitionr switch has 4 positions: "Off" position All electrical circuits are cut off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed. "On" position The ignition circuit is completed and the engine can run. The headlight and taillight will automatically turn ...