Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Swingarm pivot boss removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .
- Remove the swingarm pivot boss nut (1).
| Note remove the swingarm pivot boss only when replacing it. |
- Remove the swingarm pivot boss (2) by removing its set screws.
Installation
Install the swingarm pivot boss in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:
- install the swingarm pivot boss (1).
- Tighten the swingarm boss nut (2) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque swingarm pivot boss nut (a): 65 n·m (6.5 Kgf-m, 47.0 Lbf-ft)
Swingarm removal and installation
Removal
Cut the drive chain. Refer to “drive chain replacement” in section 3a .
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
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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 ...
Other materials:
Thermostat inspection
Inspect the thermostat in the following procedures:
remove the thermostat. Refer to “thermostat removal and installation” .
Inspect the thermostat pellet for signs of cracking.
Test the thermostat at the bench for control action.
Caution
do not contact ...
Drive chain cleaning and
oiling
Clean and oil the chain as follows:
Wash the chain with kerosene.
Kerosene will lubricate and
clean the chain.
Warning
Kerosene can be hazardous .
Kerosene is flammable. Children
or pets may be harmed
from contact with kerosene.
Keep flames and smoking
mater ...
Rear wheel assembly removal and installation
Removal
Loosen the axle nut (1).
Raise the rear wheel off the ground and support the
motorcycle with a jack or wooden block.
Caution
make sure that the motorcycle is supported
securely.
Remove the axle nut (1).
Loosen the left and right lock-nuts (2) an ...