Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Break-in procedures
During manufacture only the best possible materials are used and all machined parts are finished to a very high standard but it is still necessary to allow the moving parts to “break-in” before subjecting the engine to maximum stresses. The future performance and reliability of the engine depends on the care and restraint exercised during its early life. The general rules are as follows.
- Keep to these break-in engine speed limits:
Speed limits
initial 800 km (500 miles): below 7 000 r/min
up to 1 600 km (1 000 miles): below 10 500 r/min
over 1 600 km (1 000 miles): below 13 750 r/min
- Upon reaching an odometer reading of 1 600 km (1 000 miles) you can subject the motorcycle to full throttle operation. However, do not exceed 13 750 r/ min at any time.
Engine coolant recommendation
Engine coolant
Use an anti-freeze/engine coolant compatible with an
aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water only.
Water for mixing
Use distilled water only. Water other than distilled water
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Cylinder identification
The four cylinders of this engine are identified as #1, 2, 3
and #4 cylinder, as counted from left to right (as viewed
by the rider on the seat).
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Other materials:
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Throttle body components” “engine bottom side assembly”
Special tool
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Specifications
Service data
Thermostat + radiator + fan + coolant
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Water hose routing diagram” “water pump components” “water
pump construction”
Reference: for the tig ...
Combination meter removal and installation
Removal
Remove the combination meter mounting bolt (1).
Bushing
Disconnect the coupler (2) and remove the
combination meter assembly (3).
Installation
Install the combination meter in the reverse order of
removal.
Note
fix the boot of ...