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 ...

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Engine assembly removal
Before taking the engine out of the frame, wash the engine using a steam cleaner. Engine removal is sequentially explained in the following steps: remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6). Remove the front seat. R ...

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 ...

Rear brake hose routing diagram
Hose clamp : face the clamp end backward. Stopper : after the brake hose union has contacted to the stopper, tighten the union bolt. Brake pad pin Plug Caliper sliding pin b Caliper sliding pin a White marking Yellow marking Pass the ...