Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Vehicle identification number
The frame serial number or V.I.N. (Vehicle identification number) “a” is stamped on the right side of the steering head tube. The engine serial number “b” is located on the lower crankcase. These numbers are required especially for registering the machine and ordering spare parts.
Vehicle side view
Note
difference between illustrations and actual
motorcycles may exist depending on the
markets.
Suzuki gsx-r1000 (2009-model)
Right side
Left side ...
Fuel and oil recommendation
Fuel (for USA and Canada)
Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 90 pump octane
(r/2 + m/2).
Gasoline containing mtbe (meltyl tertiary butyl ether),
less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methan ...
Other materials:
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Lubrication points”
Special tool
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Rear shock absorber bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal
and installation” .
Remove the spacer (1).
Remove the rear shock absorber bearing with the
special tool.
Special tool
(a): 09943–88211 (pinion bearing
installer)
Installation
C ...
Throttle cable routing diagram
Throttle cable no. 1
Throttle cable no. 2
Clutch cablev
Front brake hose
Pass
the throttle cables in front of the front brake hose.
Pass the
clutch cable above the right air intake pipe.
Clamp the
clutch cable at the white taping point and m ...