Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners 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 is made of an aluminum alloy.
Therefore, never make any modifications such as drilling or welding to the frame as it weakens the frame significantly. This could result in an unsafe vehicle operating condition and subsequent accident. Suzuki will not be responsible in any way for personal injury or damage to the motorcycle caused by frame modifications.
Bolt-on-accessories that do not modify the frame in any way may be installed, provided that the loading limit is not exceeded. For loading limit, refer to the accessory use and motorcycle loading section of the owner's manual.
 Warning
This could result in an unsafe operating condition and may lead to an accident. Never make any modifications to the frame. |
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 ...
Inspection and maintenance
Notice
Maintenance, replace·
ment or repair of the
emission control devices
and systems may be per·
formed by any motorcy·
cle repair establishment
or individual using any
...
Other materials:
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 of gravity as is feasible.
Check that the mounting
brackets and other attachment
hardware are ...
Steering stem bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the steering stem upper bearing and steering stem lower bracket.
Refer to “steering / steering damper removal and installation” .
Remove the steering stem lower bearing inner race
using a chisel.
Remove the steering stem upper and lower bearing
races using ...
Swingarm removal and installation
Removal
Cut the drive chain. Refer to “drive chain replacement” in section 3a .
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Disconnect the rear brake hose from the brake hose
clamp (1).
Remove the brake ho ...