Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Riding tips

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 ...

Starting the engine

Before attempting to start the engine, make sure:  The transmission is in neutral.  The engine stop switch is in the "" position. Note: this motorcycle has a starter i ...

Other materials:

Water hose inspection
Inspect the water hoses in the following procedures:  remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Check the water hoses for crack, damage or engine coolant leakage. If any defect is found, replace the water hose wi ...

Iap sensor removal and installation
Removal Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).  Disconnect the coupler (1) and vacuum hose (2).  Remove the iap sensor (3) from the air cleaner box. Installation Install the iap sensor in the reverse ord ...

Piston and piston ring inspection
Refer to “piston ring removal and installation” . Piston diameter Measure the piston diameter using the micrometer at 15 mm (0.6 In) “a” from the skirt end. If the piston diameter is less than the service limit, replace the piston. Special tool (a): 09900–20203 (micrometer (50 – 75 mm)) Pis ...