Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Wheel balance check and adjustment
Check and adjust the wheel balance in the following procedures:
- removal the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
- Remove the mounting drum from the rear wheel.
(For rear wheel) refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
- Check the wheel balance using the balancer and adjust the wheel balance if necessary.
| Caution for operating procedures, refer to the instructions supplied by the wheel balancer manufacturer. |
- When installing the balancer weight to the wheel, set the balancer weight on center rib of the wheel.
- Recheck the wheel balance.
- Install the mounting drum to the rear wheel. (For rear wheel) refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
- Install the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Air valve removal and installation
Removal
Remove the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and
installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Remove the tire. Refer to “tire re ...
Specifications
Service data
Wheel
unit: mm (in)
Tire
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Front wheel components” ...
Other materials:
Front wheel related parts inspection
Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Tire
Refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b .
Front brake disc
Refer to “front brake disc inspection” in section 4b .
Dust seal
Inspect the lip of dust seals for wear or damage. If any
defects are found, replace the dust seal ...
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 ...
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 ...