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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Hazard switch inspection
Inspect the hazard switch in the following procedures:  remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d .  Disconnect the left handlebar switch coupler (1). (Yellow) Inspect the hazard switch for continuity with the tes ...

Precautions
Precautions for wheel and tire Proper tire pressure and proper tire loading are important factors. Over loading tire can lead to tire failure and loss of motorcycle control.  Under-inflated tires make smooth cornering difficult, and can result in rapid tire wear. ...

Front brake disc removal and installation
Removal Remove the front wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Remove the front brake disc. Installation Install the front brake disc in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:  make sure ...