Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Motorcycle cleaning

Corrosion prevention

It is important to take good care of your motorcycle to protect it from corrosion and keep it looking new for years to come. Important information about corrosion Common causes of corrosion ...

Washing the motorcycle

When washing the motorcycle, follow the instructions below:  Remove dirt and mud from the motorcycle with running water. You may use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard materials ...

Other materials:

Clutch removal
Drain engine oil. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in section 0b .  Lift and support the fuel tank with the prop stay. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g .  Disconnect the ckp sensor coupler (1). Remove the clutch cover (2). ...

Specifications
Tightening torque specifications Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Chassis bolt and nut inspection” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this section, refer to “tightening torque list” in section 0c . ...

Front fork disassembly and assembly
Refer to “front fork removal and installation” (page 2b- 2). Note the right and left front forks are installed symmetrically and therefore the disassembly procedure for one side is the same as that for the other side. Disassembly Turn the spring pre-load adjuster (1) t ...