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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Air cleaner
The air cleaner element must be kept clean to provide good engine power and g1as mileage. If you use your motorcycle under normal low-stress conditions, you should service the air cleaner at the intervals specified. If you ride in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions, you will need to inspect the ...

Foreword
This manual contains an introductory description on the suzuki gsx-r1000 and procedures for its inspection/ service and overhaul of its main components. Other information considered as generally known is not included. Read the general information section to familiarize yourself with the mot ...

Oil jet removal and installation
Piston cooling oil jet Removal Remove the engine assembly. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d .  Remove the crankshaft assembly. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1d (page 1d- 49).  Remove the piston cooling oil jets (1) from the upper cra ...