Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: 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.
The compression damping force adjuster 2 is located at the left side of the motorcycle.
To adjust the damping force, set the adjuster to the standard setting first and then adjust the adjuster to the desired position.
To set the rebound and compression damping force, turn the adjuster clockwise until it stops and then turn it counterclockwise.
As you turn the adjuster, you will notice clicks. Count the number of clicks from fully turned-in position.
The standard rebound damping force setting is 12 clicks. The standard compression damping force setting is 14 clicks.
Turn the adjuster clockwise from the standard position to stiffen the damping force. Turn the adjuster counterclockwise to soften the damping force. The damping force should be adjusted gradually, 1/4 turn at a time, to fine-tune the suspension.
Spring pre-load adjustment
The adjustment can be performed
by changing the adjuster ring
position. However, suzuki recommends
that this adjustment be
done by your authorized suzuki
dealer, since a special tool is
need ...
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Side-stand / ignition interlock system parts
inspection
Check the interlock system for proper operation. If the
interlock system does not operate properly, check each
component for damage or abnormalities. If any
abnormality is found, replace the component with a new
one.
Side-stand switch
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the left si ...
Turn signal / side-stand relay inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Note
make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Before removing the turn signal/side-stand relay, check
the operation of the turn signal light.
If the turn signal light does not illuminate, inspect the
bulb, turn signa ...
Oil pressure regulator / oil strainer
inspection
Refer to “oil pan / oil pressure regulator / oil strainer removal and
installation” .
Oil pressure regulator
Inspect the operation of the oil pressure regulator by
pushing the piston with a proper bar.
If the piston does not operate smoothly, replace the oil
pressure regulator with a new on ...