Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading limit

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Accessory use and motorcycle loading / Accessory use / 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.

Never exceed the g.V.W.

(Gross vehicle weight) of this motorcycle. The g.V.W. Is the combined weight of the machine, accessories, payload and riders. When selecting your accessories, keep in mind the weight of the rider as well as the weight of the accessories.
The additional weight of the accessories may not only create an unsafe riding condition but may also affect the riding stability

G.V.W.: 375 Kg (830 lbs) at the tire pressure (cold) front: 2.50 Kgf/cm2 (36 psi) rear: 2.90 Kgf/cm2 (42 psi)

Accessory installation guideline

Install aerodynamic affecting accessories, such as a fairing, windshield, backrests, saddlebags, and travel trunks, as low as possible, as close to the motorcycle and as near the center ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Starter relay inspection
Inspect the starter relay in the following procedures: remove the starter relay. Refer to “starter relay removal and installation” . Apply 12 v to “a” and “b” terminals and check for continuity between the positive and negative terminals using the multi-circuit tester. If th ...

Side-stand / ignition interlock system parts inspection
Check the interlock system for proper operation. If the interlock system does not operate properly, check each component for damage or abnormalities. If any abnormality is found, replace the component with a new one. Side-stand switch Turn the ignition switch off. Remove the left si ...

Front brake master cylinder parts inspection
Refer to “front brake master cylinder / brake lever disassembly and assembly” . Master cylinder Inspect the master cylinder bore for any scratches or other damage Piston / rubber parts Inspect the piston surface for any scratches or other damage. Inspect the primary cup, secondary cup ...