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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Water hose inspection
Inspect the water hoses in the following procedures:  remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Check the water hoses for crack, damage or engine coolant leakage. If any defect is found, replace the water hose wi ...

Engine assembly installation
Install the engine in the reverse order of engine removal. Pay attention to the following points:  before installing the engine, install the collars (1). Before installing the engine, install the engine mounting thrust adjusters (2). Gradually raise the rear side of ...

Starter button inspection
Inspect the starter button in the following procedures:  remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d .  Disconnect the right handlebar switch coupler (1). Inspect the starter button for continuity with the tester. If ...