Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Swingarm bearing removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .
- Remove the swingarm pivot bearings (1) using the special tool.
Special tool
(a):
09921–20240 (bearing remover set)
- Remove the center spacer (2).
- Remove the cushion lever bearing (3) using the special tool.
Special tool
(a):
09921–20240 (bearing remover set)
Installation
| Caution the removed bearings must be replaced with new ones. |
- Install the center spacer.
- Press the pivot bearings into the swingarm pivot to the depth “a” of 0 – 0.5 Mm (0 – 0.02 In) from the edge with the special tool and suitable size socket wrench.
| Note when installing the bearing, stamped mark on the bearing must face outside and apply a small quantity of the grease to housing. |
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
Special tool
(a): 09941–34513 (bearing
installer)
|
- Press the cushion lever bearing into the swingarm to the depth “b” of 1.5 Mm (0.06 In) from the edge with the special tool and suitable size socket wrench.
| Note apply a small quantity of the grease to housing when installing the bearing. |
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
Special tool
(b): 09924–84521 (bearing
installer set)
|
- Apply grease to the bearings.
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
- Install the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .
Swingarm related parts inspection
Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” (page 2c-
9).
Spacers
Remove the collar and spacer from the swingarm.
Inspect the collars and spacer for wear and damage.
If any defects ...
Specifications
Service data
Suspension
unit: mm (in)
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Rear suspension components” ...
Other materials:
Specifications
Service data
Drive train
unit: mm (in) except ratio
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Drive chain related components”
Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this
section ...
Precautions
Precautions for wheel and tire
Proper tire pressure and proper tire loading are important
factors. Over loading tire can lead to tire
failure and loss of motorcycle control.
Under-inflated tires make smooth cornering difficult, and
can result in rapid tire wear.
...
Rear brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit
line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the
pads with new ones. Refer to “rear brake pad replacement” .
Caution
replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise
braking performa ...