Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading guidelines

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Accessory use and motorcycle loading / Accessory use / Loading guidelines

This motorcycle is primarily intended to carry small items when you are not riding with a passenger. Follow the guidelines below to carry a passenger or cargo:

balance the load between the left and right side of the motorcycle and fasten it securely.
Place cargo weight as close to the center of the motorcycle as possible.
Do not attach large or heavy items to the handlebars, front forks or rear fender.
Check that both tires are properly inflated to the specified tire pressure for your loading conditions. Refer to page 7-31.
Improperly loading your motorcycle can reduce your ability to balance and steer the motorcycle.
You should ride at reduced speeds, less than 130 km/h (80 mph), when the cargo is loaded or accessory is fitted.
Adjust suspension setting as necessary.

Loading limit

Warning Overloading or improper loading can cause lose of motorcycle control and this may result in an accident. Follow loading limits and loading guidelines in this manual. ...

Modification

Modification of the motorcycle, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Obey all applicable equipment regulations in your area. The frame of this motorcycle i ...

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Rear brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads with new ones. Refer to “rear brake pad replacement” . Caution replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise braking performa ...

Conrod crank pin bearing inspection and selection
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Front brake components
Seal set Piston and seal set Brake pad spring Brake pad set Front brake disc 7.5 N·m (0.75 Kgf-m, 5.5 Lbf-ft) 15 N·m (1.5 Kgf-m, 11.0 Lbf-ft) 39 N·m (3.9 Kgf-m, 28.0 Lbf-ft) 18 N·m (1.8 Kgf-m, 13.0 Lbf-ft) Apply thread lo ...