Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear brake pad replacement
- Remove the plug (1) and brake pad mounting pin (2).
- Remove the brake pads (3).
| Caution do not operate the brake pedal while the pads are removed. |
- Clean up the caliper, especially around the caliper piston.
| Caution replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise braking performance will be adversely affected. |
- Install new brake pads.
| Note make sure that the detent of the pads is seated onto the retainers on the caliper bracket. |
- Tighten the brake pad mounting pin (2) and plug (1) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque rear brake pad mounting pin (a): 17 n·m (1.7 Kgf-m, 12.5 Lbf-ft) rear brake pad mounting pin plug (b): 2.5 N·m ( 0.25 Kgf-m, 2.0 Lbf-ft)
| Note after replacing the brake pads, pump the brake pedal several times to check for proper brake operation and then check the brake fluid level. |
Rear brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit
line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the
pads with new ones. Refer to “rear brake ...
Rear brake caliper removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and
installation” in section 2d .
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .
Remo ...
Other materials:
Heated oxygen sensor (ho2s) removal and
installation
Removal
Do not
remove the ho2 sensor while it is hot.
Caution
be careful not to expose the ho2 sensor to
excessive shock.
Do not use an impact wrench when
removing or installing the ho2 sensor.
Be careful not to twist or damage t ...
Lubrication points
Proper lubrication is important for
smooth operation and long life of
each working part of your motorcycle
and also for safe riding. It is
a good practice to lubricate the
motorcycle after a long rough ride
and after getting it wet it in the
rain or after washing it. Major
lubrication points ...
Specifications
Service data
Brake
unit: mm (in)
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Front brake hose routing diagram” “rear brake hose routing
diagram” “front brake master cylinder components” “rear
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