Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Transmission / transaxle

Special tools and equipment

Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Rear brake components” Special tool ...

Precautions

Precautions for transmission / transaxle Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1). ...

Other materials:

Steering system inspection
Inspect steering system initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of handlebars and safe running. Overtighten steering prevents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose steer ...

Throttle cable play inspection and adjustment
Inspect throttle cable play initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter Inspect and adjust the throttle cable play “a” as follows: Throttle cable play “a” 2.0 – 4.0 Mm (0.08 – 0.16 In) Remove the boot (1).  Loosen the lock-nu ...

Gearshift lever
This motorcycle has a 6-speed transmission which operates as shown. To shift properly, squeeze the clutch lever and close the throttle at the same time you operate the gearshift lever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshift and depress the lever to downshift. Neutral is located between lo ...