Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake caliper parts inspection

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Brake / Front brakes / Repair instructions / Front brake caliper parts inspection

Refer to “front brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .

Brake caliper cylinder

Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks, scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the caliper with a new one.

Suzuki GSX-R. Brake caliper cylinder

Brake caliper piston

Inspect the surface of brake caliper pistons for any scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the pistons with a new set.

Suzuki GSX-R. Brake caliper piston

Brake pad mounting pin

Inspect the brake pad mounting pins for wear and other damage. If any damage is found, replace the mounting pins with new ones.

Suzuki GSX-R. Brake pad mounting pin

Brake pad spring

Inspect the brake pad spring for damage and excessive bend. If any damage is found, replace it with a new one.

Suzuki GSX-R. Brake pad spring

Front brake caliper disassembly and assembly

Refer to “front brake caliper removal and installation” . Note the right and left calipers are installed symmetrically and therefore the disassembly procedure for one side is the same ...

Front brake disc removal and installation

Removal Remove the front wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” in section 2d . Remove the front brake disc. Installation Install the front bra ...

Other materials:

Rear shock absorber 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 rear shock absorber. Remove the left muffler and muffler chamber heat guard no. 2. Refer ...

Oil pressure switch inspection
Inspect the oil pressure switch in the following procedures: Note before inspecting the oil pressure switch, check if the engine oil level is correct. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in section 0b . Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal ...

Regulator / rectifier construction
Regulator/rectifier Regulator/rectifier bracket Air intake pipe (rh) Spacer Wiring harness Connect the regulator/rectifier couplers under the wiring harness 10 N·m (1.0 Kgf-m, 7.0 Lbf-ft) ...