Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Handlebars inspection
Refer to “handlebar removal and installation” (page 6b- 2).
Inspect the handlebars for distortion and damage.
If any defect is found, replace the handlebar with a new one.
Handlebar removal and installation
Removal
Remove the following parts from the left handlebar.
left handlebar switch box (1)
handlebar balancer (2)
grip rubber (3)
clutch cable (4)
Remo ...
Steering components
Steering stem head nut
Steering stem upper bracket
Steering stem lock-nut
Washer
Steering stem nut
Dust seal cover
Dust seal
Steering stem upper bearing ...
Other materials:
Steering system inspection
Inspect steering system
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning
of handlebars and safe running. Overtighten steering
prevents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose
steer ...
Wheel / tire / air valve inspection and cleaning
Refer to “tire removal and installation” .
Wheel
Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following points:
distortion and crack
any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area.
Wheel rim runout. Refer to “front wheel related parts inspection”
and “rear wheel rela ...
Cam chain guide inspection
Inspect the cam chain guide in the following procedures:
remove the cam chain guides. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain
tensioner removal and installation” .
Check the contacting surface of the cam chain
guides. If it is worn or damaged, replace it with a new
one.
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