Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Drive chain related components

Repair instructions

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Engine sprocket removal and installation

Removal Remove the gearshift link arm (1) from the gearshift shaft. Note mark the gearshift shaft head at which the gearshift link arm slit set for correct reinstallation. ...

Other materials:

Rear wheel removal
Place the motorcycle on the side stand. Remove the cotter pin 1.  Remove the axle nut 2. Warning A hot muffler can burn you. The muffler will be hot enough to burn you for some time after stopping the engine. Wait until the muffler cools to avoid bur ...

Drive chain adjustment
Inspect the drive chain slack before each use of the motorcycle. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. The drive chain should be adjusted for 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 In) of slack, as shown. Warning Too much chain slack can cause the chain to come off the sprockets, resul ...

Steering tension adjustment
Check the steering movement in the following procedures:  by supporting the motorcycle with a jack, lift the front wheel unit is off the floor 20 – 30 mm (0.8 – 1.2 In).  Remove the steering damper. Refer to “steering damper construction” .  Check to make sure that the cabl ...