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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Pair system inspection
Pair hose Lift and support the fuel tank with the prop stay. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g .  Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d . Inspect the pair hoses for wear or damage. If it is worn or da ...

Rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation
Removal Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Loosen the rear sprocket nuts.  Draw out the rear sprocket mounting drum (1) along with the rear sprocket (2) from the wheel hub.  Remove the rear sprocket n ...

Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Starter motor components” Special tool ...