Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: 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 are found, replace them with new ones.
Chain buffer
Inspect the chain buffer for wear and damage. If any defect is found, replace the chain buffer with a new one.
Plate
Inspect the plate for damage and excessive bend. If any defect is found, replace the plate with a new one.
Swingarm bearing
- Insert the collars and spacer into bearings.
- Check the play by moving the collars and spacer up and down. If excessive play is noted, replace the bearings with new ones. Refer to “swingarm bearing removal and installation” .
Swingarm
Inspect the swingarm for damage. If any defect is found, replace the swingarm with a new one.
Swingarm pivot shaft
Measure the swingarm pivot shaft runout using the dial gauge. If the runout exceeds the service limit, replace the pivot shaft.
Special tool
(a): 09900–20607 (dial gauge)
(b): 09900–20701 (dial gauge
chuck)
(c): 09900–21304 (v blocks)
Swingarm pivot shaft runout service limit: 0.3 Mm (0.01 In)
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 ...
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 re ...
Other materials:
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Exhaust system components”
Special tool
...
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 .
Disconnect the rear brake hose from the brake hose
clamp (1).
Remove the brake ho ...
Starter motor inspection
Refer to “starter motor disassembly and assembly” .
Carbon brush
Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or
smoothness in the brush holder.
If either carbon brush is defective, replace the brush
holder set with a new one.
Measure the length “a” of the carbon brushes using a
v ...