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:
Precautions
Precautions for engine electrical device
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1) and “precautions for
electrical circuit service” in section 00
(page 00-2).
Component location
Engine electrical components location
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Dia ...
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 ...
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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