Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Specifications
Tightening torque specifications
| Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Body frame construction” “front footrest bracket construction” “side-stand construction” |
Reference
: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this section, refer to “tightening torque list” in section 0c .
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
| Note required service material is also described in the following. “Front footrest bracket construction” “side-stand construction” “pillion footrest construction” |
Side-stand removal and installation
Removal
Support the motorcycle with a jack or wooden block.
Caution
do not support the motorcycle with the exhaust pipes.
Make sure that the motorcycle is supported s ...
Other materials:
Break-in procedures
During manufacture only the best possible materials are
used and all machined parts are finished to a very high
standard but it is still necessary to allow the moving parts
to “break-in” before subjecting the engine to maximum
stresses. The future performance and reliability of the
engine depen ...
Rear shock absorber inspection
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
Shock absorber
Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage and oil
leakage, and absorber bushing for wear and damage. If
any defect is found, replace the rear shock absorber with
a new one.
Caution
do not attempt to disassemble ...
Steering / steering damper removal and
installation
Removal
steering damper
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the steering damper solenoid coupler
(1).
Remove the lower bracket cover (2).
Remove the steering damper mounting nut (3) while
holding the lock-nut (4).
Remove the steering damper mounting bolt ( ...