Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Ignition switch
The ignitionr switch has 4 positions:
"Off" position
All electrical circuits are cut off.
The engine will not start. The key can be removed.
"On" position
The ignition circuit is completed and the engine can run. The headlight and taillight will automatically turn on. The key cannot be removed in this position.
Note
: start the engine promptly after turning the key to the "on" position, or the battery will lose power due to consumption by the headlight and taillight.
"Lock" position
All electrical circuits are off. The key can be removed and the steering will be locked. Turn the steering all the way to the left and push down the key and turn it to the "lock" position.
"P" (parking) position
Taillight will come on to increase visibility for temporary road side parking at night. The key can be removed and the steering will be locked.
 Warning
Moving the motorcycle while the steering is locked can be hazardous. You could lose your balance and fall, or you could drop the motorcycle. Stop the motorcycle and place it on the side stand before locking the steering. Never attempt to move the motorcycle when the steering is locked. |
Note
: the key hole can be covered by turning the lid for antitheft purpose.
Turn the ignition switch to "lock" position and change the lid hole position when leaving your motorcycle.
Align the lid hole position with the key hole position when inserting the key.
Key
Two keys come with this motorcycle.
Keep the spare key in a safe
place. An identifying number is
stamped on the plate. Use this
number when making a replacement
key.
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Instrument panel
The fuel indicator light 8,12,13
Lcd's and tachometer needle
work as follows to confirm their
function when the ignition switch
is turned to the "on" position.
The fuel indicator ...
Other materials:
Precautions
Keep away from fire or spark.
During disassembling, use care to minimize spillage of
gasoline.
Spilled gasoline should be wiped off immediately.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
For e-33 models, drain fuel from the fuel tank before
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Sds check
Using sds, sample the data at the time of new and periodic vehicle
inspections.
After saving the sampled data in the computer, file them by model and by user.
The periodically filed data help improve the accuracy of troubleshooting since
they can indicate the condition of vehicle
function ...
Location of parts
ciutch lever
left handlebar switches
indicator lights
tachometer
ignition switch
front brake fluid reservoir
right handlebar switches
throttle grip
front brake lever
fuel tank cap
front suspension spring pre-load and rebound damping
force ...