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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Steering damper maintenance

  1. Keep the steering damper shaft 1 clean at all times.
  2.  Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth.

Suzuki GSX-R. Steering damper maintenance


Do not confuse the grease-like residue on the steering damper's shaft with an oil leak. Collection of this residue is normal and is from oil seal lubricant used in the damper.

You may also notice a sound as the damper shaft is stroked in and out. This "escaping air" type sound is normal and is made as the internal valving damps the shaft movement.

Tools
A tool kit is provided with your motorcycle. It is located under the rear seat. ...

Lubrication points
Proper lubrication is important for smooth operation and long life of each working part of your motorcycle and also for safe riding. It is a good practice to lubricate the motorcycle after a long ...

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Procedure for returning to service
Clean the entire motorcycle.  Remove the oily rags from the air cleaner intake and muffler outlet.  Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil filter and fill the engine with fresh oil as outlined in this manual.  Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engine a few tim ...

Pair system inspection
Pair hose Lift and support the fuel tank with the prop stay. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g .  Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d . Inspect the pair hoses for wear or damage. If it is worn or da ...

Crankcase breather (pcv) hose inspection
Inspect the crankcase breather (pcv) hose in the following procedures:  lift and support the fuel tank with the prop stay. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g .  Inspect the crankcase breather (pcv) hose (1) for wear and damage. If it is worn or damaged ...

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