Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Controls, equipment and adjustments

Engine coolant solution

Use engine coolant that is com· patible with an aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water at a 50:50 mixture ratio for engine coolant solution. An engine coolant mixture other than 50:50 can ...

Location of parts

ciutch lever  left handlebar switches indicator lights tachometer ignition switch front brake fluid reservoir  right handlebar switches throttle grip  front brake ...

Other materials:

Front brake pad replacement
Loosen the pad mounting pins (1).  Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper mounting bolts (2).  Remove the pad mounting pins (1), brake pads and spring. Caution do not operate the brake lever while the pads are removed.   Note when ...

Battery removal and installation
Removal Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1).  Disconnect the battery (+) lead wire (2). Note be sure to disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1) first, th ...

Transmission removal
Remove the engine assembly from the frame. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d .  Remove the engine top side. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” in section 1d .  Separate the upper and lower crankcases. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1 ...