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:

Lower light bulb
Turn the socket 1 counterclockwise and remove it. Turn the socket 2 counterclockwise and remove it.  Remove the bulb 3 from the socket. Caution Oil from your skin may damage the headlight bulb or shorten its life. Grasp the new bulb with a c ...

Rear shock absorber removal and installation
Removal Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on the rear shock absorber.  Remove the left muffler and muffler chamber heat guard no. 2. Refer ...

Battery visual inspection
Inspect the battery in the following procedures:  remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Visually inspect the surface of the battery container. If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from the sides of th ...