Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear suspension assembly construction

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Suzuki GSX-R. Rear suspension assembly construction

Rear shock absorber mounting bolt (upper)
Rear shock absorber mounting nut (lower)
Cushion rod mounting nut (front)
Cushion rod mounting nut (rear)
Cushion lever mounting nut
Swingarm pivot nut
Swingarm pivot boss nut
Swingarm pivot shaft
Swingarm pivot lock-nut
0.5 Mm (0.02 In)
1.5 Mm (0.06 In)
0 – 0.5 Mm (0 – 0.02 In)
50
N·m (5.0 Kgf-m, 36.0 Lbf-ft)
98 N·m
(9.8 Kgf-m, 71.0 Lbf-ft)
115 N·m
(11.5 Kgf-m, 83.0 Lbf-ft)
100 N·m
(10.0 Kgf-m, 72.5 Lbf-ft)
65 N·m
(6.5 Kgf-m, 47.0 Lbf-ft)
15 N·m
(1.5 Kgf-m, 11.0 Lbf-ft)
90 N·m
(9.0 Kgf-m, 65.0 Lbf-ft)

Apply grease to the
bearing.

Rear suspension components

Rear shock absorber Rear shock absorber mounting nut Cushion rod Cushion rod mounting nut Cushion lever Cushion lever mounting nut Swingarm pivot lock-nut ...

Rear shock absorber removal and installation

Removal Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d . Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on t ...

Other materials:

Carrying a passenger
Before you invite someone to be a passenger on your motorcycle, you need to be thoroughly familiar with motorcycle operation. Adjust tire pressures and suspension according to the tire pressure and loading section and the suspension section of this manual. The passenger should always hold ...

Inspection before riding
Warning Failure to inspect and maintain your motorcycle properly increases the chance of an accident or equipment damage. Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride. Refer to the table on page 4-4 for check items. For further details, refer to the inspec· ...

Fastener removal and installation
Type a Removal Depress the head of fastener center piece (1). Pull out the fastener (2). Installation Let the center piece stick out toward the head so that the pawls “a” closes. Insert the fastener into the installation hole. Note to prevent the pawl ...