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:

Fuel tank construction
Fuel tank heat shield : aluminum film side should face the engine side. Fuel tank front cover Fuel tank front bracket Velcro fastenings : clean the adhesive surface before adhering the velcro fastenings. Insert to the bracket. Apply ...

Exhaust control system construction
Excv cable no. 1 (Cl) Excv cable no. 2 (Op) When loosening or tightening the pulley bolt, be sure to fix the pulley with an adjustable wrench, or excva may get damaged. 5 N·m (0.5 Kgf-m, 3.5 Lbf-ft) 42 – 43 Mm (1.65 – 1.69 In) 60 – 61 Mm (2.36 – ...

Rear seat
The seat lock is located under the left frame cover. To remove the rear seat, insert the ignition key into the lock and turn it clockwise. Raise the front end of the seat and slide it forward. To reinstall the seat, slide the seat hooks into the seat hook retainers and push down firm ...