Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake master cylinder assembly removal and installation
Removal
- Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .
- Disconnect the front brake light switch coupler (1).
- Place a rag underneath the brake hose union bolt (2) on the master cylinder to catch any spilt brake fluid.
- Remove the brake hose union bolt (2).
- Remove the master cylinder assembly.
Installation
Install the front brake master cylinder in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following points:
- when installing the master cylinder (1) onto the handlebar, align the master cylinder holder’s mating surface “a” with the punch mark “b” on the handlebar and tighten the upper holder bolt first.
Tightening torque front brake master cylinder holder bolt (upper and lower) (a): 10 n·m (1.0 Kgf-m, 7.0 Lbf-ft)
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- After setting the brake hose union to the stopper, tighten the union bolt (2) to the specified torque.
| Caution the seal washers should be replaced with the new ones to prevent fluid leakage. |
Tightening torque brake hose union bolt (b): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
- Bleed air from the master cylinder in the same manner as caliper side.
| Note if air is trapped in the master cylinder, bleed air from the master cylinder first. |
Tightening torque air bleeder valve (front master cylinder): 6 n·m ( 0.6 Kgf-m, 4.5 Lbf-ft)
- Bleed air from brake system. Refer to “air bleeding from brake fluid circuit” .
Front brake master cylinder components
Reservoir cap
Plate
Diaphragm
Reservoir tank
Master cylinder
Dust boot
Piston set
Brake lever
Brake lever pivot bolt
Brake lever pivot bolt lock ...
Front brake master cylinder / brake lever disassembly and assembly
Refer to “front brake master cylinder assembly removal and installation” .
Disassembly
Remove the reservoir cap (1), plate (2), diaphragm
(3) and reservoir tank (4).
Remove the brake ...
Other materials:
Washing the motorcycle
When washing the motorcycle,
follow the instructions below:
Remove dirt and mud from the
motorcycle with running water.
You may use a soft sponge or
brush. Do not use hard materials
which can scratch the
paint.
Wash the entire motorcycle
with a mild detergent or car
...
Ecm / various sensors
Since each component is a high-precision part, great
care should be taken not to apply any severe impacts
during removal and installation.
Be careful not to touch the electrical terminals of the
electronic parts (ecm, etc.). The static electricity from
your body may damage them. ...
Rear brake hose removal and installation
Removal
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .
Remove the rear brake hoses as shown in the rear brake hose routing
diagram. Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” .
Installation
Caution
the seal washers should be replaced with
new ones to prevent ...