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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Starter motor removal and installation
Removal Turn the ignition switch off and disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1).  Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).  Disconnect the starter motor lead wire (2).  Remove the starter motor (3). ...

Battery charging
Initial charging filling electrolyte Note when filling electrolyte, the battery must be removed from the vehicle and must be put on the level ground. Remove the aluminum tape (1) which seals the battery filler holes “a”. Remove the caps (2) from the electrolyte ...

Clutch cable play inspection and adjustment
Inspect clutch cable play every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) Inspect and adjust the clutch cable play “a” as follows. Clutch cable play “a” 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 In) Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).   ...