Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Starter motor runs but does not crank the engine
The starter motor runs when the transmission is in neutral, but does not run when the transmission is in any position other than neutral, with the side-stand up.
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Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
| 1 | Check the side-stand switch. Refer to “side-stand / ignition
interlock system parts inspection” . Is the side-stand switch ok? |
Go to step 2. | Faulty side-stand switch. |
| 2 | Check the starter clutch. Refer to “starter clutch removal and
installation” . Is the starter clutch ok? |
|
Faulty starter clutch. |
Starter motor will not run
Note
make sure the fuses are not blown and the battery is fully-charged
before diagnosing.
Troubleshooting
Step
Action
Yes
No
1
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Other materials:
Thermostat removal and installation
Removal
Drain a small amount of engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system
inspection” in section 0b .
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank
removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g-
9).
Remove the thermostat cover (1).
Remove the thermostat ( ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Water hose routing diagram” “water pump components” “water
pump construction”
Special tool
...
Drive chain cleaning and lubricating
Clean and lubricate drive chain
every 1 000 km (600 miles)
Clean and lubricate the drive chain in the following
procedures:
clean the drive chain with kerosine. If the drive chain
tends to rust quickly, the intervals must be
shortened.
Caution
do not use trichloroethyle ...