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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Inspecting the drive chain

When inspecting the chain, look for the following:

If you find anything wrong with the drive chain condition or adjustment, correct the problem if you know how. If necessary, consult your authorized suzuki dealer.

Damage to the drive chain means that the sprockets may also be damaged. Inspect the sprockets for the following:

Suzuki GSX-R. Inspecting the drive chain


Note

: the two sprockets should be inspected for wear when a new chain is installed and replaced if necessary.

If you find any of these problems with your sprocket, consult yoursuzuki dealer.

Warning


Improperly installing a replacement chain, or using a jointclip type chain, can be hazardous.

An incompletely riveted master link, or a joint-clip type master link, may come apart and cause an accident or severe engine damage.

Do not use a joint-clip type chain. Chain replacement requires a special riveting tool and a high-quality, non-jointclip type chain. Ask an authorized suzuki dealer or qualified mechanic to perform this work.

Drive chain
This motorcycle has a master link type drive chain. We recommend that you take your motorcycle to an authorized suzuki dealer if the drive chain needs replacing. The condition and adjustment of ...

Drive chain cleaning and oiling
Clean and oil the chain as follows:  Wash the chain with kerosene. Kerosene will lubricate and clean the chain. Warning Kerosene can be hazardous . Kerosene is flammable. ...

Other materials:

Starting off
Warning Riding this motorcycle at excessive speed increases your chances of losing control of the motorcycle. This may result in an accident. Always ride within the limits of your skills, your motorcycle, and the riding conditions.   Warning Remov ...

Engine stop switch inspection
Inspect the engine stop switch in the following procedures:  turn the ignition switch off.  Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d .  Disconnect the right handlebar switch coupler (1). Inspect the engine stop ...

Oil pump inspection
Inspect the oil pump in the following procedures:  remove the oil pump. Refer to “oil pump removal and installation” .  Rotate the oil pump by hand and check that it moves smoothly. If it does not move smoothly, replace the oil pump assembly. Caution do not attempt t ...

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