Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Battery runs down quickly
Troubleshooting
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Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
| 1 | Check accessories which use excessive amounts of
electricity. Are accessories being installed? |
Remove accessories. | Go to step 2. |
| 2 | Check the battery for current leakage. Refer to “battery
current leakage inspection” . Is the battery for current leakage ok? |
Go to step 3. |
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| 3 | Measure the regulated voltage between the battery
terminals. Refer to “regulated voltage inspection” (page 1j-
3). Is the regulated voltage ok? |
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Go to step 4. |
| 4 | Measure the resistance of the generator coil. Refer to “generator
inspection” . Is the resistance of generator coil ok? |
Go to step 5. |
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| 5 | Measure the generator no-load performance. Refer to “generator
inspection” . Is the generator no-load performance ok? |
Go to step 6. | Faulty generator |
| 6 | Inspect the regulator/rectifier. Refer to “regulator / rectifier
inspection” . Is the regulator/rectifier ok? |
Go to step 7. | Faulty regulator/rectifier |
| 7 | Inspect wirings. Is the wirings ok? |
Faulty battery. |
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Charging system symptom diagnosis
Condition
Possible cause
Correction / reference item
Generator does not
charge
Open- or short-circuited lead wires, or
loose lead connections.
Repair, rep ...
Other materials:
Cylinder inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
Refer to “engine top side assembly” .
Cylinder distortion
Check the gasket surface of the cylinder for distortion.
Use a straightedge and thickness gauge. Take clearance
readings at several places. If any reading exceeds the
service limit, replace t ...
Engine coolant solution
Use engine coolant that is com·
patible with an aluminum radiator,
mixed with distilled water at a
50:50 mixture ratio for engine
coolant solution. An engine coolant
mixture other than 50:50 can
affect cooling efficiency or rust
inhibiting performance.
Engine coolant
Engine coolant should b ...
Radiator inspection and cleaning
Radiator hose inspection
Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .
Radiator inspection
Inspect the radiator for water leaks. If any defects are
found, replace the radiator with a new one.
If the fins are bent or dented, repair them by carefully
straightening them with the blade of ...