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:

Rear suspension assembly construction
Rear shock absorber mounting bolt (upper) Rear shock absorber mounting nut (lower) Cushion rod mounting nut (front) Cushion rod mounting nut (rear) Cushion lever mounting nut Swingarm pivot nut Swingarm pivot boss nut Swingarm pivot shaft Swingarm ...

Transmission removal
Remove the engine assembly from the frame. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d . Remove the engine top side. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” in section 1d . Separate the upper and lower crankcases. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1 ...

Inspection before riding
Warning Failure to inspect and maintain your motorcycle properly increases the chance of an accident or equipment damage. Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride. Refer to the table on page 4-4 for check items. For further details, refer to the inspec· ...