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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Inspecting the drive chain

When inspecting the chain, look for the following:

If you find anything wrong with the drive chain condition or adjustment, correct the problem if you know how. If necessary, consult your authorized suzuki dealer.

Damage to the drive chain means that the sprockets may also be damaged. Inspect the sprockets for the following:

Suzuki GSX-R. Inspecting the drive chain


Note

: the two sprockets should be inspected for wear when a new chain is installed and replaced if necessary.

If you find any of these problems with your sprocket, consult yoursuzuki dealer.

Warning


Improperly installing a replacement chain, or using a jointclip type chain, can be hazardous.

An incompletely riveted master link, or a joint-clip type master link, may come apart and cause an accident or severe engine damage.

Do not use a joint-clip type chain. Chain replacement requires a special riveting tool and a high-quality, non-jointclip type chain. Ask an authorized suzuki dealer or qualified mechanic to perform this work.

Drive chain
This motorcycle has a master link type drive chain. We recommend that you take your motorcycle to an authorized suzuki dealer if the drive chain needs replacing. The condition and adjustment of ...

Drive chain cleaning and oiling
Clean and oil the chain as follows:  Wash the chain with kerosene. Kerosene will lubricate and clean the chain. Warning Kerosene can be hazardous . Kerosene is flammable. ...

Other materials:

Clutch lever position switch inspection
Inspect the clutch lever position switch in the following procedures:  disconnect the clutch lever position switch lead wires (1). Inspect the clutch lever position switch for continuity with the tester. If any abnormality is found, replace the switch with a new one. S ...

Ignition coil inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a . Ignition coil primary peak voltage Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d . Disconnect all ignition coil. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug removal and installation” . ...

Drive chain replacement
Use the special tool in the following procedures, to cut and rejoin the drive chain. Note when using the special tool, apply a small quantity of grease to the threaded parts of the special tool. Special tool : 09922–22711 (drive chain cutting and joint tool set) Driv ...

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