Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Tools

Maintenance schedule

It is very important to inspect and maintain your motorcycle regularly. Follow the guidelines in the chart. The intervals between periodic services in kilometers, miles and months are shown. At ...

Steering damper maintenance

Keep the steering damper shaft 1 clean at all times.  Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth. Do not confuse the grease-like residue on the steering damper's shaft with an oil le ...

Other materials:

Conrod and crankshaft inspection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Conrod small end I.D. Measure the conrod small end inside diameter using the small bore gauge. If the conrod small end inside diameter exceeds the service limit, replace the conrod. Special ...

Sprocket mounting drum dust seal / bearing removal and installation
Removal Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Remove the rear sprocket mounting drum assembly (1). Refer to “rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation” (page 3a- 3). Remove the ...

Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet ones, requires extra caution. Braking distances increase on a rainy day. Stay off the painted surface marks, manhole covers, and greasy-appearing areas, as they can be especially slippery. Use extra caution at railway crossings and on metal grating ...