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 ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Excv cable removal and installation
Removal Turn the ignition switch off.  Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Connect the special tool (mo ...

Storage procedure
If your motorcycle is to be left unused for an extended period of time, it needs special servicing requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, suzuki recommends that you trust this maintenance work to your suzuki dealer. If you wish to service the machine for stora ...

Cam chain guide inspection
Inspect the cam chain guide in the following procedures:  remove the cam chain guides. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain tensioner removal and installation” .  Check the contacting surface of the cam chain guides. If it is worn or damaged, replace it with a new one. ...