Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear shock absorber bearing removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
- Remove the spacer (1).
- Remove the rear shock absorber bearing with the special tool.
Special tool
(a): 09943–88211 (pinion bearing
installer)
Installation
| Caution the removed bearing must be replaced with a new one. |
- Press the bearing into the rear shock absorber at 0.5 Mm (0.02 In) depth “a” from the rear shock absorber side surface with the special tool and suitable size socket wrench.
| Note apply a small quantity of the grease to housing when installing the bearing. |
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
Special tool
(a): 09924–84521 (bearing installer
set)
|
- Apply grease to the bearing.
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki super grease “a” or equivalent)
- Install the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
Rear shock absorber inspection
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
Shock absorber
Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage and oil
leakage, and absorber bushing for wear and damage. If
any defect is foun ...
Rear shock absorber adjustment
After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring
pre-load and damping force as follows:
Spring pre-load adjustment
The set length 179.3 Mm (7.06 In) provides the
maximum spring pre-load ...
Other materials:
Front turn signal light bulb replacement
Caution
when you touch the bulb with your bare
hands, clean the bulb with a cloth moistened
with alcohol or soap water to prevent
premature bulb failure.
Remove the turn signal light assembly.
Remove the socket (1) by turning it
counterclockwise.
Repla ...
Lubrication points
Proper lubrication is important for smooth operation and long life of each
working part of the motorcycle.
Major lubrication points are indicated as follows.
Note
before lubricating each part, clean off any rusty spots
and wipe off any grease, oil, dirt or grime.
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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 firm ...