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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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Precautions
Precautions for engine electrical device Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1) and “precautions for electrical circuit service” in section 00 (page 00-2). Component location Engine electrical components location Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a . Dia ...

Steering components
Steering stem head nut Steering stem upper bracket Steering stem lock-nut Washer Steering stem nut Dust seal cover Dust seal Steering stem upper bearing Steering stem lower bearing Lower seal Steering stem lower bracket Steering stem lo ...

Cooling system inspection
Inspect cooling system every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 6 months) Replace engine coolant every 2 years Engine coolant level inspection Hold the motorcycle vertically.  Check the engine coolant level by observing the “f” and “l” lines on the engine coolant reservoir tank. If the level i ...

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