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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Fuel and oil recommendation
Fuel (for USA and Canada) Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 90 pump octane (r/2 + m/2). Gasoline containing mtbe (meltyl tertiary butyl ether), less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methanol with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitor is permissible. Fuel (for other countries) ...

Washing the motorcycle
When washing the motorcycle, follow the instructions below:  Remove dirt and mud from the motorcycle with running water. You may use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard materials which can scratch the paint.  Wash the entire motorcycle with a mild detergent or car ...

Throttle valve synchronization
Check and adjust the throttle valve synchronization among four cylinders.  Start the engine and run it in idling condition for warming up.  Stop the warmed-up engine.  Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page ...