Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Idle speed
Adjust the engine idle speed periodically on the engine at normal operating temperature.
To adjust the idle speed:
- Lift the fuel tank by referring to the air cleaner section.
- Start the engine and warm it up by running at idling speed for 10 minutes in summer (where ambient temperature is 30°c (86°f) or thereabout) or for 20 minutes in winter (where ambient temperature is down to -5°c (23°f) or thereabout).
- Turn the throttle stop screw knob 1 in or out so that the engine idles at 1050 - 1250 r/min.
Engine oil and filter change
Change the engine oil and oil filter
at the scheduled times. The
engine should always be warm
when the oil is changed so the oil
will drain easily. The procedure is
as follows:
Place th ...
Throtile cable play
This motorcycle has a twin throttle
cable system. Cable A is for pulling
cable and cable B is for
returning.
To adjust the cable play:
Loosen the lock nut 1.
Turn the adjuster 2 ...
Other materials:
Rear turn signal light bulb replacement
Caution
when you touch the bulb with your bare
hands, clean the bulb with a cloth moistened
with alcohol or soap water to prevent
premature bulb failure.
Remove the rear turn signal light lens (1).
Replace the bulb (2).
Reinstall the removed parts
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Regulator / rectifier construction
Regulator/rectifier
Regulator/rectifier bracket
Air intake pipe (rh)
Spacer
Wiring harness
Connect
the regulator/rectifier couplers under the wiring harness
10
N·m (1.0 Kgf-m, 7.0 Lbf-ft)
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Riding on hills
When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow
down and show lack of power.
At this point you should shift to
a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its
normal power range. Shift rapidly
to prevent the motorcycle
from losing momentum.
When ...