Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Seat lock and helmet holders

Rear brake pedal

Depressing the rear brake pedal will apply the rear disk brake. The brake light will be illuminated when the rear brake is operated. ...

Front seat

To remove the front seat. Remove the bolts 1 (right and left).  Raise the front end of the seat and slide it forward. To reinstall the seat, slide the seat hooks into the se ...

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Camshaft inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Refer to “engine top side assembly” . Camshaft identification The exhaust camshaft has the embossed letters “ex” and the intake camshaft has the embossed letters “in”. Cam wear Check the camshaft for wear or damage. Measure the cam height “a” w ...

Swingarm related parts inspection
Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” (page 2c- 9). Spacers Remove the collar and spacer from the swingarm.  Inspect the collars and spacer for wear and damage. If any defects are found, replace them with new ones. Chain buffer Inspect the chain buffer for wear and ...

Break-in
The first 800 km (500 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and performance from your new motorcycle. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures. Maximum engine speed recommen ...