Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Motorcycle cleaning
Corrosion prevention
It is important to take good care of
your motorcycle to protect it from
corrosion and keep it looking new
for years to come.
Important information about
corrosion
Common causes of corrosion
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Washing the motorcycle
When washing the motorcycle,
follow the instructions below:
Remove dirt and mud from the
motorcycle with running water.
You may use a soft sponge or
brush. Do not use hard materials
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Other materials:
Damping force adjustment
The rebound and compression
damping force can be individually
adjusted by turning the respective
adjusters. The rebound damping
force adjuster 1 is located at the
bottom of the rear suspension.
The compression damping force
adjuster 2 is located at the left
side of the motorcycle.
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Specifications
Service data
Brake
unit: mm (in)
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Rear brake components”
Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this
section, refer to “tightening torqu ...
Cooling circuit inspection
Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is hot, as you may be injured by
escaping hot liquid or vapor.
When removing the radiator cap tester, put
a rag on the filler to prevent the engine
coolant from spraying out.
Inspect the cooling ...