Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake disc removal and installation

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Brake / Front brakes / Repair instructions / 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.

Suzuki GSX-R. Front brake disc removal and installation

Installation

Install the front brake disc in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:

make sure that the brake disc is clean and free of any grease.
Apply thread lock to the brake disc bolts (1) and tighten them to the specified torque.

: Thread lock cement
99000–32130 (thread lock cement super “1360” or equivalent)

Tightening torque brake disc bolt (front) (a): 18 n·m (1.8 Kgf-m, 13.0 Lbf-ft)

Suzuki GSX-R. Front brake disc removal and installation

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 c ...

Front brake disc inspection

Brake disc thickness Check the brake disc for damage or cracks and measure the thickness using the micrometer. Replace the brake disc if the thickness is less than the service limit or if defect ...

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Rear brake pad replacement
Remove the plug (1) and brake pad mounting pin (2). Remove the brake pads (3). Caution do not operate the brake pedal while the pads are removed. Clean up the caliper, especially around the caliper piston. Caution replace the brake pads as a s ...

Gearshift shaft oil seal / bearing removal and installation
Removal Remove the gearshift shaft. Refer to “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation” . Remove the gearshift shaft oil seal (1). Remove the bearings (2) and (3) with the special tools. Special tool (a): 09921–20210 (bearing remover (12 mm)) ...