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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Swingarm pivot boss removal and installation
Removal Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .  Remove the swingarm pivot boss nut (1). Note remove the swingarm pivot boss only when replacing it. Remove the swingarm pivot boss (2) by removing its set screws. Installatio ...

Fuel mesh filter inspection and cleaning
Inspect the fuel mesh filter in the following procedures:  remove the fuel mesh filter. Refer to “fuel pump disassembly and assembly” .  If the fuel mesh filter is clogged with foreign particles, it hinders smooth gasoline flow resulting in loss of engine power. Such a filter ...

Swingarm removal and installation
Removal Cut the drive chain. Refer to “drive chain replacement” in section 3a .  Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Disconnect the rear brake hose from the brake hose clamp (1). Remove the brake ho ...