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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Rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation
Removal Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d .  Loosen the rear sprocket nuts.  Draw out the rear sprocket mounting drum (1) along with the rear sprocket (2) from the wheel hub.  Remove the rear sprocket n ...

Piston ring removal and installation
Removal Remove the piston. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” .  Carefully spread the ring opening with your thumbs and then push up the opposite side of the 1st ring to remove it. Note do not expand the piston ring excessively since it is apt to be broken down. ...

Rear combination light removal and installation
Removal Remove the frame cover assembly. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .  Remove the clamps (1).  Disconnect the combination light coupler (2).  Remove the rear combination light assembly (3). Remove the combination light brack ...