Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading limit
 Warning
Follow loading limits and loading guidelines in this manual. |
- Never exceed the g.V.W.
(Gross vehicle weight) of this motorcycle. The g.V.W. Is the combined weight of the machine, accessories, payload and riders. When selecting your accessories, keep in mind the weight of the rider as well as the weight of the accessories.
The additional weight of the accessories may not only create an unsafe riding condition but may also affect the riding stability
G.V.W.: 375 Kg (830 lbs) at the tire pressure (cold) front: 2.50 Kgf/cm2 (36 psi) rear: 2.90 Kgf/cm2 (42 psi)
Accessory installation
guideline
Install aerodynamic affecting
accessories, such as a fairing,
windshield, backrests, saddlebags,
and travel trunks, as low
as possible, as close to the
motorcycle and as near the
center ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Tire pressure and loading
Proper tire pressure and proper
tire loading are important factors.
Overloading your tires can lead to
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day
before you ride, and be sure the
pressure is correct for the vehicle
load according to the table below.
Tire pre ...
Precautions
Precautions for brake system
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).
Brake fluid information
This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based dot 4
brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid, such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
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Gearshift lever height inspection and
adjustment
Inspect and adjust the gearshift lever height in the
following procedures:
inspect the gearshift lever height “a” between the
lever top and footrest.
Adjust the gearshift lever height if necessary.
Gearshift lever height “a”
standard: 65 – 75 mm (2.6 – 3.0 In)
Loosen the l ...