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.
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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:
Specifications
Service data
Drive train
unit: mm (in) except ratio
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Drive chain related components”
Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this
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Exhaust pipe bolt and muffler bolt inspection
Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Check the exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts to the
specified torque.
Tightening torque
exhaust pipe bolt (a): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
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Vehicle identification number
The frame serial number or V.I.N. (Vehicle identification
number) “a” is stamped on the right side of the steering
head tube. The engine serial number “b” is located on
the lower crankcase. These numbers are required
especially for registering the machine and ordering
spare parts.
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