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:

Thermostat removal and installation
Removal Drain a small amount of engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section 0b .  Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).  Remove the thermostat cover (1). Remove the thermostat ( ...

Self-diagnosis function
The self-diagnosis function is incorporated in the ecm. The function has two modes, “user mode” and “dealer mode”. The user can only be notified by the lcd (display) panel and led (fi indicator light). To check the function of the individual fi system devices, the dealer mode is provided. In ...

Front brake pad replacement
Loosen the pad mounting pins (1).  Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper mounting bolts (2).  Remove the pad mounting pins (1), brake pads and spring. Caution do not operate the brake lever while the pads are removed.   Note when ...