Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Break-in and inspection before riding

Damping force adjustment

The rebound and compression damping force can be individually adjusted by turning the respective adjusters. The rebound damping force adjuster 1 is located at the bottom of the rear suspension. ...

Break-in

The first 800 km (500 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and performance from your new motorcy ...

Other materials:

Clutch cable removal and installation
Removal Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Disconnect the clutch cable from the clutch lever. Refer to “handlebar removal and installation” in section 6b .  Remove the clutch cable as shown in the throttle cable ro ...

Front brake master cylinder assembly removal and installation
Removal Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .  Disconnect the front brake light switch coupler (1).  Place a rag underneath the brake hose union bolt (2) on the master cylinder to catch any spilt brake fluid.  Remove the brake hose union bolt (2). ...

Gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation
Removal Remove the engine sprocket cover. Refer to “engine sprocket removal and installation” in section 3a .  Remove the clutch components. Refer to “clutch removal” in section 5c .  Remove the snap ring (1) and washer (2) from the gearshift shaft. Special tool : 09900–06 ...