Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Wheels and tires

Special tools and equipment

Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Rear suspension components”  “rear suspension assembly construction” ...

Precautions

Precautions for wheel and tire Proper tire pressure and proper tire loading are important factors. Over loading tire can lead to tire failure and loss of motorcycle control. ...

Other materials:

Brakes
This motorcycle has front and rear disk brakes. Warning Failure to inspect and properly maintain the brakes increases your chance of having an accident. Inspect the brake system before each use according to the inspection before riding section. Follow the maintenance ...

Spark plug inspection and cleaning
Inspect spark plug every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) Heat range Remove the spark plugs. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug removal and installation” in section 1h .  Check spark plug heat range by observing electrode color. If the electrode of the spark plug is wet appe ...

Side-stand construction
Frame Side-stand bracket Washer Side-stand 50 N·m (5.0 Kgf-m, 36.0 Lbf-ft) 40 N·m (4.0 Kgf-m, 29.0 Lbf-ft) Apply grease to sliding surface. ...