Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Foreword

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Foreword

This manual contains an introductory description on the suzuki gsx-r1000 and procedures for its inspection/ service and overhaul of its main components.

Other information considered as generally known is not included.

Read the general information section to familiarize yourself with the motorcycle and its maintenance. Use this section as well as other sections to use as a guide for proper inspection and service.

This manual will help you know the motorcycle better so that you can assure your customers of fast and reliable service.

This manual has been prepared on the basis of the latest specifications at the time of publication. If modifications have been made since then, differences may exist between the content of this manual and the actual motorcycle.
Illustrations in this manual are used to show the basic principles of operation and work procedures. They may not represent the actual motorcycle exactly in detail.
This manual is written for persons who have enough knowledge, skills and tools, including special tools, for servicing suzuki motorcycles. If you do not have the proper knowledge and tools, ask your authorized suzuki motorcycle dealer to help you.

Inexperienced mechanics or mechanics without the proper tools and equipment may not be able to properly perform the services described in this manual.

Improper repair may result in injury to the mechanic and may render the motorcycle unsafe for the rider and passenger.

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual

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Precautions

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Precautions
Precautions for wheel and tire Proper tire pressure and proper tire loading are important factors. Over loading tire can lead to tire failure and loss of motorcycle control. Under-inflated tires make smooth cornering difficult, and can result in rapid tire wear. ...

Rear wheel assembly construction
Rear sprocket nut Rear axle nut Brake disc bolt Clearance 60 N·m (6.0 Kgf-m, 43.0 Lbf-ft) 100 N·m (10 kgf-m, 72.5 Lbf-ft) 35 N·m (3.5 Kgf-m, 25.5 Lbf-ft) Apply grease. Apply thread lock to the thread part. ...

Specifications
Tightening torque specifications Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Rear view mirror construction” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this section, refer to “tightening torque list” in section 0c . ...