Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Key
Two keys come with this motorcycle.
Keep the spare key in a safe place. An identifying number is stamped on the plate. Use this number when making a replacement key.
Please write down your key number in the box provided for your future reference.
Location of parts
ciutch lever
left handlebar switches
indicator lights
tachometer
ignition switch
front brake fluid reservoir
right handlebar switches
throttle grip
front brake ...
Ignition switch
The ignitionr switch has 4 positions:
"Off" position
All electrical circuits are cut off.
The engine will not start. The key
can be removed.
"On" position
The ignition ...
Other materials:
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
do not operate the brake lever while the pads
are removed.
Note
when ...
Steering damper maintenance
Keep the steering damper
shaft 1 clean at all times.
Wipe off any oil residue with a
cloth.
Do not confuse the grease-like
residue on the steering damper's
shaft with an oil leak. Collection of
this residue is normal and is from
oil seal lubricant used in the
damper.
Yo ...
Front brake caliper removal and installation
Note
the right and left calipers are installed
symmetrically and therefore the removal
procedure for one side is the same as that for
the other side.
Removal
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .
Remove the brake hose from the cali ...