Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Procedure for returning to service
- Clean the entire motorcycle.
- Remove the oily rags from the air cleaner intake and muffler outlet.
- Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil filter and fill the engine with fresh oil as outlined in this manual.
- Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engine a few times. Reinstall the spark plugs.
- Reinstall the battery.
- Make sure that the motorcycle is properly lubricated.
- Perform the inspection before riding as listed in this manual.
- Start the motorcycle as outlined in this manual.
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 yo ...
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
...
Other materials:
Specifications
Service data
Drive train
unit: mm (in) except ratio
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Transmission components” “gearshift lever construction”
“gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate componen ...
Engine top side disassembly
It is unnecessary to remove the engine assembly from
the frame when servicing the cylinder head cover and
camshafts.
Note
before servicing the engine top side
components (until camshafts removal) with
the engine in place, remove the following
parts:
air cleaner box
...
Valve clearance inspection and adjustment
Inspect valve clearance
initially every 24 000 km (14 500 miles, 48 months)
Inspection
Valve clearance adjustment must be checked and
adjusted, a) at the time of periodic inspection, b) when
the valve mechanism is serviced, and c) when the
camshafts are removed for servicing.
Lift an ...