Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: General description

Precautions

Precautions for exhaust system To avoid the risk of being burned, do not touch the exhaust system when the system is hot. Any service on the exhaust system should be performed when ...

Exhaust control system description

The exhaust control system (excs) consists of the exhaust control valve (excv), exhaust control valve actuator (excva) and exhaust control valve cables (excv cables). Excv is installed in the ex ...

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Most accidents can be avoided
The most common type of motorcycle accident in the u.S. Occurs when a car traveling towards a motorcycle turns left in front of the motorcycle. Is that because other drivers are out to get motorcyclists? No. Other drivers simply don't always notice motorcyclists. Ride defensively. Wise mot ...

Water hose inspection
Inspect the water hoses in the following procedures:  remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Check the water hoses for crack, damage or engine coolant leakage. If any defect is found, replace the water hose wi ...

Spark plug inspection and cleaning
Inspect spark plug every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) Heat range Remove the spark plugs. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug removal and installation” in section 1h .  Check spark plug heat range by observing electrode color. If the electrode of the spark plug is wet appe ...