Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Repair instructions

No spark or poor spark

Troubleshooting Note check that the transmission is in neutral and the engine stop switch is in the “run” position. Grasp the clutch lever. Check that the fuse is not blown and the b ...

Ignition coil and spark plug removal and installation

Removal The hot engine can burn you. Wait until the engine is cool enough to touch. Turn the ignition switch off.  Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box ...

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Balancer shaft journal bearing inspection and selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Inspection Inspect the bearing surfaces for any signs of fusion, pitting, burn or flaws. If any, replace them with a specified set of bearings. Selection Place the plastigauge axial ...

Throttle cable removal and installation
Removal Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” .  Remove the right handlebar switch box. Refer to “handlebar removal and installation” in section 6b .  Remove the throttle cables as shown in the cable routing diagram. Refer to “thro ...

If a collision is imminent, do something
Many riders fear locking up their brakes or haven't learned to swerve to avoid an accident. Many inexperienced riders (and too many seasoned riders) use only their rear brake in an emergency, resulting in unnecessary impacts in some cases and unnecessarily high impact speeds in other case ...