Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Maintenance and lubrication

Special tools and equipment

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Precautions

Precautions for maintenance The “periodic maintenance schedule chart” lists the recommended intervals for all the required periodic service work necessary to keep the motorcycle operating at peak ...

Other materials:

Starter motor inspection
Refer to “starter motor disassembly and assembly” . Carbon brush Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or smoothness in the brush holder. If either carbon brush is defective, replace the brush holder set with a new one. Measure the length “a” of the carbon brushes using a v ...

Break-in
The first 800 km (500 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and performance from your new motorcycle. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures. Maximum engine speed recommen ...

Carrying a passenger
Before you invite someone to be a passenger on your motorcycle, you need to be thoroughly familiar with motorcycle operation. Adjust tire pressures and suspension according to the tire pressure and loading section and the suspension section of this manual. The passenger should always hold ...