Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Drive chain

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Inspection and maintenance / Drive chain

This motorcycle has a master link type drive chain. We recommend that you take your motorcycle to an authorized suzuki dealer if the drive chain needs replacing.

The condition and adjustment of the drive chain should be checked each day before you ride. Always follow the guidelines for inspecting and servicing the chain.

Warning

Riding with the chain in poor condition or improperly adjusted can lead to an accident.

Inspect, adjust, and maintain the chain properly before each ride, according to this section.

Engine coolant

Coolant level The engine coolant solution should be between "f" (full) and "1..:' (Low) level lines on the engine coolant reservoir. If the level is lower than "1..:' (Low ...

Inspecting the drive chain

When inspecting the chain, look for the following: loose pins damaged rollers dry or rusted links kinked or binding links excessive wear improper chain adj ...

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Specifications
Service data Drive train unit: mm (in) except ratio Tightening torque specifications Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Transmission components” “gearshift lever construction” “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate componen ...

Headlight removal and installation
Removal Remove the body cowling assembly. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d . Remove the air intake pipes (1). Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d . Remove the wiring harness no. 2 (2) By disconnecting the couplers and ...

Air cleaner box removal and installation
Removal Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9). Remove the air cleaner box cover. Refer to “air cleaner element removal and installation” . Remove the air cleaner mounting bolt. Remove the air clea ...