Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Rear suspension

Damping force adjustment

The rebound and compression damping force can be individually adjusted by turning the respective adjusters. The rebound damping force adjuster 2 is located at the top of the front fork. The compr ...

Spring pre-load adjustment

The adjustment can be performed by changing the adjuster ring position. However, suzuki recommends that this adjustment be done by your authorized suzuki dealer, since a special tool is need ...

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Drive chain adjustment
Inspect the drive chain slack before each use of the motorcycle. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. The drive chain should be adjusted for 20 - 30 mm (0.8 - 1.2 In) of slack, as shown. Warning Too much chain slack can cause the chain to come off the sprockets, resul ...

Drive chain related components
Drive chain Engine sprocket Rear sprocket Dust seal Bearing Retainer Sprocket mounting drum Wheel damper 145 N·m (14.5 Kgf-m, 105.0 Lbf-ft) 60 N·m (6.0 Kgf-m, 43.0 Lbf-ft) Apply grease Apply thread lock to thread p ...

Serial number location
You need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get title documents for your motorcycle. You also need these numbers to help your dealer when you order parts. The frame number 1 is stamped on the steering head as shown in the illustration. The engine serial number 2 Is stamped ...