Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Rear seat
The seat lock is located under the left frame cover. To remove the rear seat, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise.
Raise the front end of the seat and slide it forward.
To reinstall the seat, slide the seat hooks into the seat hook retainers and push down firmly until the seat snaps into the locked position.
 Warning
Latch the seat securely in its proper position. |
A seat tail cover for solo riding can be attached by using the same procedure as the rear seat.
Front seat
To remove the front seat.
Remove the bolts 1 (right and
left).
Raise the front end of the seat
and slide it forward.
To reinstall the seat, slide the seat
hooks into the se ...
Helmet holders
This motorcycle has helmet holders
underneath the rear seat.
Hook your helmet on the helmet holder and lock the seat.
Warning
Riding with a helmet fastened
to the helmet holder can ...
Other materials:
Water hose inspection
Inspect the water hoses in the following procedures:
remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Check the water hoses for crack, damage or engine
coolant leakage. If any defect is found, replace the
water hose wi ...
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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Break-in
The first 800 km (500 miles) is the
most important in the life of your
motorcycle. Proper operation during
this break-in period will help
assure maximum life and performance
from your new motorcycle.
The following guidelines explain
proper break-in procedures.
Maximum engine speed recommen ...