Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Radiator reservoir tank removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Disconnect the reservoir tank inlet hose (1) from the reservoir tank (2) and drain the engine coolant.
- Remove the reservoir tank (2).
- Disconnect the reservoir tank overflow hose (3).
Installation
- Install the reservoir tank. Refer to “radiator / cooling fan motor removal and installation” .
- Fill the reservoir tank with engine coolant to the upper level. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
- Install the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).
Radiator reservoir tank inspection
Inspect the radiator reservoir tank in the following
procedures:
remove the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Inspect the rad ...
Cooling fan inspection
Cooling fan operating temperature
standard
(on → off): approx. 100 ?‹C (212 ƒ‹f)
(off → on): approx. 105 ?‹C (221 ƒ‹f)
Inspect the cooling fan in the following procedures:
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Other materials:
Camshaft sprocket
Inspect the camshaft sprocket in the following
procedures:
remove the intake and exhaust camshafts. Refer to “engine top side
disassembly” .
Inspect the teeth of each camshaft sprocket for wear
or damage.
If they are worn or damaged, replace the sprocket/
camshaft assembl ...
Precautions
Precautions for brake system
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).
Brake fluid information
This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based dot 4
brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid, such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
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If a collision is imminent, do something
Many riders fear locking up their
brakes or haven't learned to
swerve to avoid an accident.
Many inexperienced riders (and
too many seasoned riders) use
only their rear brake in an emergency,
resulting in unnecessary
impacts in some cases and
unnecessarily high impact speeds
in other case ...