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:

Location of labels
Read and follow all of the warnings labeled on your motorcycle. Make sure you understand all of the labels. Keep the labels on your motorcycle. Do not remove them for any reason. 1 Warning Keep windshield clean at all times.  Clean only with a soh cloth and warm ...

Rear brake master cylinder components
Reservoir cap Plate Diaphragm Reservoir tank Reservoir hose Brake hose Brake hose union bolt Brake hose connector Master cylinder Spring Piston/cup set Push rod Dust boot 23 N·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft) 10 N·m ...

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 Swingarm pivot shaft Swingarm pivot nut Swingarm Chain case Plate Chain adjus ...