Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cam chain guide / cam chain tensioner removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the cylinder head cover. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
- Remove the cam chain guide no. 2 (1).
- Remove the cylinder head. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” and “engine bottom side disassembly” .
- Remove the starter clutch. Refer to “starter clutch removal and installation” in section 1i .
- Remove the cam chain guide no. 1 (2) And cam chain tensioner (3).
Installation
Install the cam chain guides/cam chain tensioner in the reverse order of removal.
Cam chain tension adjuster inspection
The cam chain tension adjuster is maintained to proper
tension automatically.
Remove the cam chain tension adjuster. Refer to “engine top side
disassembly” .
Holding the cam chai ...
Cam chain guide inspection
Inspect the cam chain guide in the following procedures:
remove the cam chain guides. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain
tensioner removal and installation” .
Check the contact ...
Other materials:
Corrosion prevention
It is important to take good care of
your motorcycle to protect it from
corrosion and keep it looking new
for years to come.
Important information about
corrosion
Common causes of corrosion
Accumulation of road salt, dirt,
moisture, or chemicals in hardto-
reach areas.
Chipping ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Clutch control system components” “clutch components”
Special tool
...
Spark plug inspection and cleaning
Inspect spark plug
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Heat range
Remove the spark plugs. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug removal
and installation” in section 1h .
Check spark plug heat range by observing electrode
color. If the electrode of the spark plug is wet
appe ...