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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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 ...

Headlight
To replace the headlight bulbs, perform the following steps: Upper light bulb Remove the bolt 1 to lift the instrument panel 2. Turn the cap 3 counterclockwise and remove it. Unhook the bulb holder spring 4 and pull out the socket 5.  Pull off the bulb from ...

Engine oil
Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine's performance and life. Always select good quality engine oil. Suzuki recommends the use of suzuki performance 4 motor oil or equivalent engine oil. Use sf/sg or sh/ sj with jaso ma in api (american petroleum institute) classification. A ...