Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Brake system inspection

Inspect brake system initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter

Inspect brake hose and brake fluid every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)

Brake fluid level check

1. Keep the motorcycle upright and place the handlebars straight.
2. Check the brake fluid level by observing the lower limit line “a” on the front and rear brake fluid reservoirs. When the brake fluid level is below the lower limit line “a”, replenish with brake fluid that meets the following specification.

BF: brake fluid (dot 4)

Brake pads check

The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads with new ones. Refer to “front brake pad replacement” in section 4b  and “rear brake pad replacement” in section 4c .

Caution replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise braking performance will be adversely affected.

Front and rear brake hose inspection

Inspect the brake hoses and hose joints for crack, damage or brake oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace the brake hose with a new one. Refer to “front brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a  and “rear brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a .

Brake pedal height inspection and adjustment

1. Inspect the brake pedal height “a” between the pedal top face and footrest.

   Adjust the brake pedal height if necessary.

Brake pedal height “a” standard: 65 – 75 mm (2.6 – 3.0 In)

2. Loosen the lock-nut (1).
3.  Turn the push rod (2) until the brake pedal becomes 65 – 75 mm (2.6 – 3.0 In) “a” below the top of the footrest.
4.  Tighten the lock-nut (1) securely.

Tightening torque rear master cylinder rod lock-nut (a): 17 n·m ( 1.7 Kgf-m, 12.5 Lbf-ft)

Brake hose replacement

Replace brake hose every 4 years

Refer to “front brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a  and “rear brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a .

Brake fluid replacement

Replace brake fluid every 2 years

Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .

Air bleeding from brake fluid circuit

Refer to “air bleeding from brake fluid circuit” in section 4a Rear brake light switch adjustment

Refer to “rear brake light switch inspection and adjustment” in section 4a .