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 ...

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Starter motor removal and installation
Removal Turn the ignition switch off and disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1).  Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).  Disconnect the starter motor lead wire (2).  Remove the starter motor (3). ...

Camshaft inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Refer to “engine top side assembly” . Camshaft identification The exhaust camshaft has the embossed letters “ex” and the intake camshaft has the embossed letters “in”. Cam wear Check the camshaft for wear or damage. Measure the cam height “a” w ...

Brake system inspection
Inspect brake system initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter Inspect brake hose and brake fluid every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) The brake system of this motorcycle is filled with a glycol-based brake flui ...