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:

Rear brake light switch inspection
Inspect the rear brake light switch in the following procedures:  lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g- 9).  Disconnect the rear brake light switch lead wire coupler (1). Inspect the rear brake light swi ...

Cylinder head cover related parts inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Refer to “engine top side assembly” . Refer to “cylinder head cover disassembly and assembly” . Cylinder head cover Clean and check the gasket grooves “a” and pair reed valve mating surfaces “b” of the cylinder head cover. If there is anything unu ...

Wheel / tire / air valve inspection and cleaning
Refer to “tire removal and installation” . Wheel Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following points:  distortion and crack  any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area.  Wheel rim runout. Refer to “front wheel related parts inspection”  and “rear wheel rela ...