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 ...

Front brake disc removal and installation
Removal Remove the front wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Remove the front brake disc. Installation Install the front brake disc in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:  make sure ...

Thermostat inspection
Inspect the thermostat in the following procedures:  remove the thermostat. Refer to “thermostat removal and installation” .  Inspect the thermostat pellet for signs of cracking. Test the thermostat at the bench for control action. Caution  do not contact ...