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:

Front brake master cylinder parts inspection
Refer to “front brake master cylinder / brake lever disassembly and assembly” . Master cylinder Inspect the master cylinder bore for any scratches or other damage Piston / rubber parts Inspect the piston surface for any scratches or other damage. Inspect the primary cup, secondary cup ...

Crankshaft thrust clearance inspection and selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Inspection With the crankshaft’s right-side and left-side thrust bearings inserted into the upper crankcase.  Measure the thrust clearance “a” between the leftside thrust bearing and ...

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 ...