Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Practice away from traffic
Your riding skill and your mechanical knowledge form the foundation for safe riding practices. We suggest that you practice riding your motorcycle in a non-traffic situation until you are thoroughly famil iar with your machine and its controls. Again, consider taking one of the msf's rider courses.
Even experts will be pleased with the caliber of the information presented in these courses. As the msf says: "the more you know, the better it gets!"
Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days,
especially wet ones, requires
extra caution. Braking distances
increase on a rainy day. Stay off
the painted surface marks, manhole
covers, and greasy-appearing
areas ...
Inspection before riding
Review the instructions in the
"inspection before riding"
section of this manual. Perform an
entire pre-ride inspection before
you head out on the road. Spending
a few minutes preparing ...
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Carrying a passenger
Carrying a passenger, when done
correctly, is a great way to share
the joy of motorcycling. You will
have to alter your riding style
somewhat since the extra weight
of a passenger will affect handling
and braking. You may also need
to adjust tire pressures and suspension;
please refer to the ...
Battery charging
Initial charging
filling electrolyte
Note
when filling electrolyte, the battery must be
removed from the vehicle and must be put on
the level ground.
Remove the aluminum tape (1) which seals the
battery filler holes “a”.
Remove the caps (2) from the electrolyte ...
Fuel tank removal and installation
Removal
Keep away from fire or spark.
Spilled gasoline should be wiped off
immediately.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Take ...