Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Left handlebar
Clutch lever 1
The clutch lever is used for disengaging the drive to the rear wheel when starting the engine or shifting the transmission gear.
Squeezing the lever disengages the clutch.
Headlight flasher switch 2
Press the switch to light the headlight.
Dimmer switch 3
" 
" position
The headlight low beam and taillight turn on.
" 
" position
The headlight high beam and taillight turn on. The high beam indicator light also turns on.
Hazard warning switch 4
All four turn signal lights and indicators will flash simultaneously when the switch is turned on with the ignition switch in "on" or "p" position. Use the hazard warning lights to warn other traffic during emergency parking or when your vehicle could otherwise become a traffic hazard.
Turn signal light switch 5
Moving the switch to the "
"
position will flash the left turn signals.
Moving the switch to the "
"
position will flash the right turn
signals. The indicator light will
also flash intermittently. To cancel
turn signal operation, push the
switch in.
 Warning
Other drivers may misjudge your course and this may result in an accident. Always use the turn signals when you intend to change lanes or make a turn. Be sure to turn off the turn signals after completing the turn or lane change. |
Horn switch "
" 6
Press the switch to sound the horn.
Instrument panel
The fuel indicator light 8,12,13
Lcd's and tachometer needle
work as follows to confirm their
function when the ignition switch
is turned to the "on" position.
The fuel indicator ...
Right handlebar
Engine stop switch 1
"" Position
The ignition circuit is off. The
engine cannot start or run.
"" Position
The ignition circuit is on and the
engine can run.
Front brake ...
Other materials:
Engine stop switch inspection
Inspect the engine stop switch in the following
procedures:
turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect the right handlebar switch coupler (1).
Inspect the engine stop ...
Gearshift lever
This motorcycle has a 6-speed
transmission which operates as
shown. To shift properly, squeeze
the clutch lever and close the
throttle at the same time you
operate the gearshift lever. Lift the
gearshift lever to upshift and
depress the lever to downshift.
Neutral is located between lo ...
Gearshift linkage inspection
Refer to “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation” .
Gearshift shaft
Check the gearshift shaft for bend or wear.
Check the return spring for damage or fatigue.
If any defects are found, replace the defective part(-s).
Gearshift shaft oil seal
Inspect the gearshif ...