Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Accessories and loading
The accessories you use with your motorcycle and the manner in which you load your gear onto the bike might create hazards.
Aerodynamics, handling, balance, and cornering clearance can suffer, and the suspension and tires can be overloaded. Read the "accessory use and motorcycle loading" section.
Inspection before riding
Review the instructions in the
"inspection before riding"
section of this manual. Perform an
entire pre-ride inspection before
you head out on the road. Spending
a few minutes preparing ...
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 han ...
Other materials:
Stopping and parking
Twist the throttle grip away
from yourself to close the
throttle completely.
Apply the front and rear brakes
evenly and at the same time.
Downshift through the gears
as road speed decreases.
Select neutral with the clutch
lever squeezed toward the grip
(disenga ...
Fuel discharge amount inspection
Keep away from fire or spark.
Spilled gasoline should be wiped off
immediately.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
Inspect the fuel discharge amount in the following
procedures:
lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank remo ...
Clutch cable play inspection and adjustment
Inspect clutch cable play
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Inspect and adjust the clutch cable play “a” as follows.
Clutch cable play “a”
10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 In)
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank
removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g-
9).
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