Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Front suspension

Suspension adjustment

The standard settings of both front and rear suspensions are selected to meet various riding conditions such as low to high motorcycle speed and light to heavy load on the motorcycle. The susp ...

Spring pre-load adjustment

To change the spring pre-load, turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning the adjuster clockwise will increase the spring pre-load. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise will ...

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Cushion rod bearing removal and installation
Removal Remove the cushion rod. Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .  Remove the cushion rod bearing with the special tool. Special tool (a): 09921–20240 (bearing remover set) Installation Caution the removed bearings must be replaced with new on ...

Front wheel related parts inspection
Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” . Tire Refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b . Front brake disc Refer to “front brake disc inspection” in section 4b . Dust seal Inspect the lip of dust seals for wear or damage. If any defects are found, replace the dust seal ...

Engine top side disassembly
It is unnecessary to remove the engine assembly from the frame when servicing the cylinder head cover and camshafts. Note before servicing the engine top side components (until camshafts removal) with the engine in place, remove the following parts:  air cleaner box ...