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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Special situations require special care

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / The sport of motorcycling / Special situations require special care

Of course, there are some times when full-force braking is not the correct technique. When the road surface is wet, loose, or rough, you should brake with care. When you're leaned over in a corner, avoid braking. Straighten up before braking. Better yet, slow down before entering the corner.

In these situations, the traction available between your tires and the road surface is limited. Overbraking when traction is limited will cause your tires to skid, possibly resulting in loss of directional control or causing you and your motorcycle to fall over.

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, ...

Know your limits
Always ride within the boundaries of your own skills. Knowing these limits and staying within them will help you avoid accidents. A major cause of accidents involving only a motorcycle (and no ...

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Front brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “front brake caliper disassembly and assembly” . Brake caliper cylinder Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks, scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the caliper with a new one. Brake caliper piston Inspect the surface of brake caliper pistons for a ...

Side standngnition interlock switch
Check the side stand/ignition interlock system for proper operation as follows:  Sit on the motorcycle in the normal riding position, with the side stand up.  Shift into first gear, hold the clutch in, and start the engine.  While continuing to hold the clutch in ...

Combination meter inspection
Led inspection Check that the leds “a” (fi, fuel, engine rpm, oil pressure/engine coolant, immobilizer (e-02, 19, 24, 51) and meter panel illumination) immediately light up when the ignition switch is turned on. Check that the other leds “b” (neutral, high-beam and turn signal indicator ligh ...

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