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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Wheel / tire / air valve inspection and cleaning
Refer to “tire removal and installation” . Wheel Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following points:  distortion and crack  any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area.  Wheel rim runout. Refer to “front wheel related parts inspection”  and “rear wheel rela ...

Engine bottom side disassembly
Note the crankcase must be separated to service the crankshaft and conrod. Remove the engine assembly from the frame. Refer to “engine assembly removal” .  Remove the engine top side (1). Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Crankcase breather (pcv) cover R ...

Oil jet removal and installation
Piston cooling oil jet Removal Remove the engine assembly. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d .  Remove the crankshaft assembly. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1d (page 1d- 49).  Remove the piston cooling oil jets (1) from the upper cra ...