Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Drive chain

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Inspection and maintenance / Drive chain

This motorcycle has a master link type drive chain. We recommend that you take your motorcycle to an authorized suzuki dealer if the drive chain needs replacing.

The condition and adjustment of the drive chain should be checked each day before you ride. Always follow the guidelines for inspecting and servicing the chain.

Warning

Riding with the chain in poor condition or improperly adjusted can lead to an accident.

Inspect, adjust, and maintain the chain properly before each ride, according to this section.

Engine coolant

Coolant level The engine coolant solution should be between "f" (full) and "1..:' (Low) level lines on the engine coolant reservoir. If the level is lower than "1..:' (Low ...

Inspecting the drive chain

When inspecting the chain, look for the following: loose pins damaged rollers dry or rusted links kinked or binding links excessive wear improper chain adj ...

Other materials:

Drive chain related parts inspection
Refer to “rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation” . Dust seal Inspect the dust seal for wear or damage. If any damage is found, replace the dust seal with a new one. Bearing Inspect the play of the sprocket mounting drum bearing by hand while it is in the dr ...

Front footrest bracket construction
Footrest bracket bolt Rear brake master cylinder mounting bolt Footrest guard bolt Footrest bracket no. 1 (Lh) Footrest bracket no. 1 (Rh) Footrest Footrest holder Rear brake pedal Footrest bracket no. 2 (Lh) Footrest bracket no. 2 (Rh) Ban ...

Conrod crank pin bearing inspection and selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Inspection Inspect the bearing surfaces for any signs of fusion, pitting, burn or flaws. If any, replace them with a specified set of bearings. Place the plastigauge axially along ...