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:
Clutch installation
Install the primary driven gear assembly (1).
Caution
if it is difficult to install the primary driven
gear, rotate the crankshaft.
Be sure to engage the oil pump drive
sprocket with the primary driven gear.
Install the spacer (2) and bea ...
Rear brake master cylinder parts inspection
Refer to “rear brake master cylinder disassembly and assembly” .
Master cylinder
Inspect the master cylinder bore for any scratches or
other damage.
Piston / rubber parts
Inspect the piston surface for any scratches or other
damage.
Inspect the primary cup, secondary cup and dust boot
...
Water pump removal and installation
Removal
Note
before draining engine oil and engine coolant, inspect engine oil and
coolant leakage between the water pump and crankcase. If engine oil is
leaking, visually inspect the oil seal and o-ring. If engine coolant is
leaking, visually inspect the mechanical seal and s ...