Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear brake disc inspection
Brake disc thickness
Check the brake disc for damage or cracks and measure the thickness using the micrometer.
Replace the brake disc if the thickness is less than the service limit or if defect is found.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20205 (micrometer (0 –
25 mm))
Brake disc thickness service limit (rear): 4.5 Mm (0.18 In)
Brake disc runout
- Dismount the rear brake caliper. Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” (page 4c- 3).
- Measure the runout using the dial gauge.
Replace the disc if the runout exceeds the service limit.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20607 (dial gauge)
: 09900–20701 (dial gauge chuck)
Brake disc runout service limit: 0.30 Mm (0.012 In)
- Remount the rear brake caliper. Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” (page 4c- 3).
Rear brake disc removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Remove the rear brake disc.
Installation
Install the rear brake d ...
Specifications
Service data
Brake
unit: mm (in)
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Rear brake components”
Referenc ...
Other materials:
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
Accumulation of road salt, dirt,
moisture, or chemicals in hardto-
reach areas.
Chipping ...
Tire inspection
Inspect tire
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Tire tread condition
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will
decrease riding stability and consequently invite a
dangerous situation. It is highly recommended to replace
a tire when the remaining depth of tire tread reaches ...
Fastener removal and installation
Type a
Removal
Depress the head of fastener center piece (1).
Pull out the fastener (2).
Installation
Let the center piece stick out toward the head so that
the pawls “a” closes.
Insert the fastener into the installation hole.
Note
to prevent the pawl ...