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 ...

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Carrying a passenger
Before you invite someone to be a passenger on your motorcycle, you need to be thoroughly familiar with motorcycle operation. Adjust tire pressures and suspension according to the tire pressure and loading section and the suspension section of this manual. The passenger should always hold ...

Engine oil level check
Check the engine oil level as follows:  Place the motorcycle on level ground on the side stand.  Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes.  Stop the engine and wait three minutes. Hold the motorcycle vertically and check the oil level through ...

Rear brake pedal removal and installation
Removal Remove the master cylinder assembly. Refer to “rear brake master cylinder assembly removal and installation” .  Disconnect the rear brake light switch lead wire coupler. Refer to “rear brake light switch inspection” .  Remove the rear brake pedal as shown in the rear ...