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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:

Engine coolant solution
Use engine coolant that is com· patible with an aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water at a 50:50 mixture ratio for engine coolant solution. An engine coolant mixture other than 50:50 can affect cooling efficiency or rust inhibiting performance. Engine coolant Engine coolant should b ...

Piston and piston ring inspection
Refer to “piston ring removal and installation” . Piston diameter Measure the piston diameter using the micrometer at 15 mm (0.6 In) “a” from the skirt end. If the piston diameter is less than the service limit, replace the piston. Special tool (a): 09900–20203 (micrometer (50 – 75 mm)) Pis ...

Self-diagnosis function
The self-diagnosis function is incorporated in the ecm. The function has two modes, “user mode” and “dealer mode”. The user can only be notified by the lcd (display) panel and led (fi indicator light). To check the function of the individual fi system devices, the dealer mode is provided. In ...

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