Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: 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 interlock system for the ignition and starter circuit. The engine can only be started if:
- the transmission is in neutral and the clutch is disengaged, or
- the transmission is in gear, the side stand is fully up and the clutch is disengaged.
When the engine is cold:
- Close the throttle completely and push the electric starter button.
- After the engine starts, let the engine run until the engine sufficiently warms up.
When the cold engine is hard to start:
- Open the throttle approximately 1/8 turn and push the electric starter button.
- After the engine starts, let the engine run until the engine sufficiently warms up.
When the engine is warm:
Close the throttle completely and push the electric starter button.
When the warm engine is hard to start:
- Open the throttle approximately 1/8 turn.
- Push the electric starter button.
 Warning
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a gas that is colorless and odorless and can cause death or severe injury. Only run the engine outdoors where there is fresh air. |
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Caution Running the engine too long without riding may cause the engine to overheat. Overheating can result in damage to internal engine components and discoloration of exhaust pipes. Shut the engine off if you cannot begin your ride promptly. |
Riding tips
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Starting off
Warning
Riding this motorcycle at
excessive speed increases
your chances of losing control
of the motorcycle. This may
result in an accident.
Always ride within the limits of
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Other materials:
DTC table
In the lcd (display) panel, the malfunction code is indicated from small code
to large code.
*1 To get the proper signal from the throttle position sensor, the sensor basic
position is indicated in the lcd
(display) panel. The malfunction code is indicated in three digits. In front o ...
Ignition coil inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Ignition coil primary peak voltage
Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect all ignition coil. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug
removal and installation” .
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Noise emission control system description
Tampering with the noise control system prohibited: local law or federal law
prohibits the following
acts or the causing thereof:
the removal or rendering inoperative by any person, other than for
purposes of maintenance, repair or
replacement, of any device or element of design in ...