Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Controls, equipment and adjustments

Engine coolant solution

Use engine coolant that is com· patible with an aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water at a 50:50 mixture ratio for engine coolant solution. An engine coolant mixture other than 50:50 can ...

Location of parts

ciutch lever  left handlebar switches indicator lights tachometer ignition switch front brake fluid reservoir  right handlebar switches throttle grip  front brake ...

Other materials:

Radiator reservoir tank removal and installation
Removal Remove the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Disconnect the reservoir tank inlet hose (1) from the reservoir tank (2) and drain the engine coolant.  Remove the reservoir tank (2). Disconnect the reservoir tank ove ...

Steering system inspection
Inspect steering system initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of handlebars and safe running. Overtighten steering prevents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose steer ...

Drive chain inspection and adjustment
Inspect drive chain initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter Drive chain visual check With the transmission in neutral, support the motorcycle using a jack and turn the rear wheel slowly by hand. Visually check the drive chain fo ...