Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: The sport of motorcycling
Your motorcycle and this owner's manual have been designed by people like you who enjoy motorcycling.
People become motorcyclists for many reasons. For starters, street riding is fun and invigorating. But no matter why you became a motorcyclist, or how experienced you are, you will eventually face some challenging situations.
In preparing for these challenges, you will be fine-tuning your coordination, concentration, and attitude.
Learning the skills and strategies associated with motorcycling is the basis for safely participating in this sport. Many motorcyclists find that as they become better riders, they also get more enjoyment from the freedom unique to motorcycling.
Please remember:
- Most accidents can be avoided
- If you don't have a helmet, buy a helmet and wear it every time you ride
- If a collision is imminent, do something
- Special situations require special care
- Know your limits
- Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
- Practice away from traffic
- Inspection before riding
- Accessories and loading
- Carrying a passenger
- Conclusion
Foreword
Motorcycling is one of the most
exhilarating sports and to ensure
your riding enjoyment, you should
become thoroughly familiar with
the information presented in this
owner's manual before riding ...
Most accidents can be avoided
The most common type of motorcycle
accident in the u.S. Occurs
when a car traveling towards a
motorcycle turns left in front of the
motorcycle. Is that because other
drivers are out to get motorc ...
Other materials:
Turn signal / side-stand relay removal and
installation
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the frame cover assembly. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Remove the turn signal/side-stand relay (1).
Installation
Install the turn signal/side-stand relay in the reverse
order of removal ...
Carrying a passenger
Carrying a passenger, when done
correctly, is a great way to share
the joy of motorcycling. You will
have to alter your riding style
somewhat since the extra weight
of a passenger will affect handling
and braking. You may also need
to adjust tire pressures and suspension;
please refer to the ...
Damping force adjustment
The rebound and compression
damping force can be individually
adjusted by turning the respective
adjusters. The rebound damping
force adjuster 1 is located at the
bottom of the rear suspension.
The compression damping force
adjuster 2 is located at the left
side of the motorcycle.
To ad ...