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
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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
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Other materials:
The sport of motorcycling
Your motorcycle and this owner's
manual have been designed by
people like you who enjoy motorcycling.
People become motorcyclists
for many reasons. For
starters, street riding is fun and
invigorating. But no matter why
you became a motorcyclist, or
how experienced you are, you will
eventu ...
Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days,
especially wet ones, requires
extra caution. Braking distances
increase on a rainy day. Stay off
the painted surface marks, manhole
covers, and greasy-appearing
areas, as they can be
especially slippery. Use extra caution
at railway crossings and on
metal grating ...
Clutch control system components
Push rod
Clutch release camshaft
Clutch release arm
Clutch cable
1 N·m (0.1 Kgf-m, 0.7
Lbf-ft)
6 N·m
(0.6 Kgf-m, 4.5 Lbf-ft)
10 N·m
(1.0 Kgf-m, 0.7 Lbf-ft)
Apply grease
Do not reuse.
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