Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading guidelines
This motorcycle is primarily intended to carry small items when you are not riding with a passenger. Follow the guidelines below to carry a passenger or cargo:
- balance the load between the left and right side of the motorcycle and fasten it securely.
- Place cargo weight as close to the center of the motorcycle as possible.
- Do not attach large or heavy items to the handlebars, front forks or rear fender.
- Check that both tires are properly inflated to the specified tire pressure for your loading conditions. Refer to page 7-31.
- Improperly loading your motorcycle
can reduce your ability to
balance and steer the motorcycle.
You should ride at reduced speeds, less than 130 km/h (80 mph), when the cargo is loaded or accessory is fitted.
- Adjust suspension setting as necessary.
Loading limit
Warning
Overloading or improper loading
can cause lose of motorcycle
control and this may result
in an accident.
Follow loading limits and loading
guidelines in this manual.
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Modification
Modification of the motorcycle, or
removal of original equipment
may render the vehicle unsafe or
illegal. Obey all applicable equipment
regulations in your area.
The frame of this motorcycle i ...
Other materials:
Generator removal and installation
Removal
Drain engine oil. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in
section 0b .
Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Disconnect the generator coupler (1).
Remove the generator cover (2).
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Side standngnition interlock switch
Check the side stand/ignition
interlock system for proper operation
as follows:
Sit on the motorcycle in the
normal riding position, with the
side stand up.
Shift into first gear, hold the
clutch in, and start the engine.
While continuing to hold the
clutch in ...
Battery current leakage inspection
Inspect the battery current leakage in the following
procedures:
turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire.
Measure the current betwee ...