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:
Rear brake disc removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Remove the rear brake disc.
Installation
Install the rear brake disc in the reverse order of
removal. Pay attention to the following points:
make sure tha ...
Front fork parts inspection
Refer to “front fork disassembly and assembly” .
Inner and outer tubes
Inspect the inner tube and outer tube for scratches
Slide bushing / guide bushing
Inspect the slide bushing and guide bushing for wear or
damage. If they are worn or damaged, replace them with
new ones. If they are not ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Transmission components” “gearshift lever construction”
“gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate components” “gearshift
shaft construction”
Special to ...