Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cushion rod removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on the cushion rod.
- Remove the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
- Remove the cushion rod (1) and washer.
Installation
Install the cushion rod in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to the following points:
- before installing the cushion rod to the frame, insert the collar into the bearing from the left side.
- Install the washer between the cushion rod right side and frame.
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- Tighten each bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque cushion rod front mounting nut (a): 98 n·m (9.8 Kgf-m, 71.0 Lbf-ft) cushion rod rear mounting nut (b): 98 n·m (9.8 Kgf-m, 71.0 Lbf-ft)
- Install the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
- Install the side frame covers and right side cowling.
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Cushion lever inspection
Refer to “cushion lever removal and installation” .
Cushion lever
Inspect the cushion levers for damage. If any defects are
found, replace the cushion levers with new ones.
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Cushion rod inspection
Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
Collar and spacer
Remove the collar and spacer from the cushion rod.
Inspect the collar and spacer for any flaws or other
damage. If an ...
Other materials:
Turn signal switch inspection
Inspect the turn signal switch in the following
procedures:
remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect the left handlebar switch coupler (1).
(Yellow)
Inspect the turn signal switch for continuity wit ...
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of your own skills. Knowing these
limits and staying within them will
help you avoid accidents.
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only a motorcycle (and no
cars) is going too fast through a
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Fuel injector inspection and cleaning
Inspect the fuel injector in the following procedures:
remove the fuel injector. Refer to “throttle body disassembly and
assembly” in section 1d .
Check the fuel injector for evidence of dirt and
contamination. If present, clean and check for
presence of dirt in the fuel lin ...