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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Rear turn signal light removal and installation
Removal Remove the frame cover assembly. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Remove the rear combination light. Refer to “rear combination light removal and installation” .  Disconnect the lead wire coupler (1). (Lh: white, rh: black) &nb ...

Tightening torque specifications
Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Throttle cable routing diagram”  “throttle body components”  “throttle body construction”  “engine assembly installation” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified i ...

Speed sensor removal and installation
Removal Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Disconnect the speed sensor lead wire coupler (1). Remove the speed sensor (2). Installation Install the speed sensor in the reverse order of removal. Pay atte ...