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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Specifications
Service data Clutch unit: mm (in) Tightening torque specifications Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Clutch control system components”  “clutch components” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this ...

Side-stand construction
Frame Side-stand bracket Washer Side-stand 50 N·m (5.0 Kgf-m, 36.0 Lbf-ft) 40 N·m (4.0 Kgf-m, 29.0 Lbf-ft) Apply grease to sliding surface. ...

The sport of motorcycling
Your motorcycle and this owner's manual have been designed by people like you who enjoy motorcycling. People become motorcyclists for many reasons. For starters, street riding is fun and invigorating. But no matter why you became a motorcyclist, or how experienced you are, you will eventu ...