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:

Valve guide replacement
Remove the cylinder head. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .  Remove the valves. Refer to “cylinder head disassembly and assembly” .  Using the valve guide remover, drive the valve guide out toward the intake or exhaust camshaft side. Special tool (a): 09916–43211 (valve ...

Spring pre-load adjustment
To change the spring pre-load, turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning the adjuster clockwise will increase the spring pre-load. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise will decrease the spring pre-load. There are five grooved lines on the side of the adjuster 1 for re ...

Rear shock absorber disposal
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” . The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas. Mishandling can cause explosion.  Keep away from fire and heat. High gas pressure caused by heat can cause an explosion.  Release gas ...