Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “front brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .
Brake caliper cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks, scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the caliper with a new one.
Brake caliper piston
Inspect the surface of brake caliper pistons for any scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the pistons with a new set.
Brake pad mounting pin
Inspect the brake pad mounting pins for wear and other damage. If any damage is found, replace the mounting pins with new ones.
Brake pad spring
Inspect the brake pad spring for damage and excessive bend. If any damage is found, replace it with a new one.
Front brake caliper disassembly and
assembly
Refer to “front brake caliper removal and installation” .
Note
the right and left calipers are installed
symmetrically and therefore the disassembly
procedure for one side is the same ...
Front brake disc removal and installation
Removal
Remove the front wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Remove the front brake disc.
Installation
Install the front bra ...
Other materials:
Cylinder inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
Refer to “engine top side assembly” .
Cylinder distortion
Check the gasket surface of the cylinder for distortion.
Use a straightedge and thickness gauge. Take clearance
readings at several places. If any reading exceeds the
service limit, replace t ...
License plate light bulb replacement
Caution
when you touch the bulb with your bare
hands, clean the bulb with a cloth moistened
with alcohol or soap water to prevent
premature bulb failure.
Remove the license plate light mounting nuts.
Remove the lens cover (1) by removing the screws.
Re ...
Gearshift linkage inspection
Refer to “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation” .
Gearshift shaft
Check the gearshift shaft for bend or wear.
Check the return spring for damage or fatigue.
If any defects are found, replace the defective part(-s).
Gearshift shaft oil seal
Inspect the gearshif ...