Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Regulator / rectifier inspection
Inspect the regulator/rectifier in the following procedures:
- turn the ignition switch off.
- Disconnect the regulator/rectifier couplers. Refer to “regulator / rectifier removal and installation” .
- Measure the voltage between the terminals using the multi-circuit testers as indicated in the following table. If the voltage is not within the specified value, replace the regulator/rectifier with a new one. Refer to “regulator / rectifier removal and installation” .
| Note if the tester reads 1.4 V and below when the tester probes are not connected, replace its battery. |
Special tool
: 09900–25008 (multi circuit tester
set)
Tester knob indication
diode test ( 
)
Unit: v
- Connect the regulator/rectifier couplers and bind the clamp.
- Reinstall the removed parts.
Regulator / rectifier removal and installation
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to ...
Battery components
Anode plates
Separator (fiberglass plate)
Cathode plates
Upper cover breather
Stopper
Filter
Terminal
Safety valve
...
Other materials:
Engine coolant recommendation
Engine coolant
Use an anti-freeze/engine coolant compatible with an
aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water only.
Water for mixing
Use distilled water only. Water other than distilled water
can corrode and clog the aluminum radiator.
Anti-freeze / engine coolant
The engine coolant perfo ...
Engine coolant solution
Use engine coolant that is com·
patible with an aluminum radiator,
mixed with distilled water at a
50:50 mixture ratio for engine
coolant solution. An engine coolant
mixture other than 50:50 can
affect cooling efficiency or rust
inhibiting performance.
Engine coolant
Engine coolant should b ...
Steering / steering damper removal and
installation
Removal
steering damper
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the steering damper solenoid coupler
(1).
Remove the lower bracket cover (2).
Remove the steering damper mounting nut (3) while
holding the lock-nut (4).
Remove the steering damper mounting bolt ( ...