Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cushion rod removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on the cushion rod.
- Remove the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
- Remove the cushion rod (1) and washer.
Installation
Install the cushion rod in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to the following points:
- before installing the cushion rod to the frame, insert the collar into the bearing from the left side.
- Install the washer between the cushion rod right side and frame.
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- Tighten each bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque cushion rod front mounting nut (a): 98 n·m (9.8 Kgf-m, 71.0 Lbf-ft) cushion rod rear mounting nut (b): 98 n·m (9.8 Kgf-m, 71.0 Lbf-ft)
- Install the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
- Install the side frame covers and right side cowling.
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Cushion lever inspection
Refer to “cushion lever removal and installation” .
Cushion lever
Inspect the cushion levers for damage. If any defects are
found, replace the cushion levers with new ones.
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Cushion rod inspection
Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
Collar and spacer
Remove the collar and spacer from the cushion rod.
Inspect the collar and spacer for any flaws or other
damage. If an ...
Other materials:
Fastener removal and installation
Type a
Removal
Depress the head of fastener center piece (1).
Pull out the fastener (2).
Installation
Let the center piece stick out toward the head so that
the pawls “a” closes.
Insert the fastener into the installation hole.
Note
to prevent the pawl ...
Engine stop switch inspection
Inspect the engine stop switch in the following
procedures:
turn the ignition switch off.
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 engine stop ...
Ignition system check
Remove the spark plugs and
reattach them to the spark
plug caps.
Put the engine stop switch in
the "" position and ignition
switch in the "on" position.
While holding a spark plug
with its base firmly against the
engine, push the electric
starter butt ...