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:

Rear shock absorber removal and installation
Removal Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on the rear shock absorber.  Remove the left muffler and muffler chamber heat guard no. 2. Refer ...

Crankcase breather (pcv) cover inspection
Inspect the crankcase breather (pcv) cover in the following procedures:  remove the crankcase breather (pcv) cover. Refer to “crankcase breather (pcv) hose / reed valve / cover removal and installation” .  Inspect the crankcase breather (pcv) cover for carbon deposit. If carbon ...

Air valve removal and installation
Removal Remove the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation”  and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .  Remove the tire. Refer to “tire removal and installation” . Remove the air valve (1) from the wheel. Installation Install th ...