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 ...

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Rear brake hose removal and installation
Removal Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .  Remove the rear brake hoses as shown in the rear brake hose routing diagram. Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” . Installation Caution the seal washers should be replaced with new ones to prevent ...

Exhaust control system description
The exhaust control system (excs) consists of the exhaust control valve (excv), exhaust control valve actuator (excva) and exhaust control valve cables (excv cables). Excv is installed in the exhaust pipe. Excva is mounted inside of the right frame. The excv is operated by the excva via the ...

Tightening torque specifications
Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Throttle cable routing diagram”  “throttle body components”  “throttle body construction”  “engine assembly installation” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified i ...