Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads with new ones. Refer to “front brake pad replacement” .
| Caution replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise braking performance will be adversely affected. |
Front brake components
Seal set
Piston and seal set
Brake pad spring
Brake pad set
Front brake disc
7.5
N·m (0.75 Kgf-m, 5.5 Lbf-ft)
15 N·m (1.5
Kgf-m, 11.0 Lbf-ft)
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Front brake pad replacement
Loosen the pad mounting pins (1).
Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper
mounting bolts (2).
Remove the pad mounting pins (1), brake pads and
spring.
Caution ...
Other materials:
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 light switch (5) and brake lever
(6).
Remove the dust boot (7) and push rod (8).
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Starter clutch inspection
Refer to “starter clutch removal and installation” .
Starter clutch
Install the starter driven gear onto the starter clutch.
Turn the starter driven gear by hand to inspect the
starter clutch for a smooth movement. The gear
turns in one direction only. If a large resistance is felt
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Front footrest bracket construction
Footrest bracket bolt
Rear brake master cylinder mounting bolt
Footrest guard bolt
Footrest bracket no. 1 (Lh)
Footrest bracket no. 1 (Rh)
Footrest
Footrest holder
Rear brake pedal
Footrest bracket no. 2 (Lh)
Footrest bracket no. 2 (Rh)
Ban ...