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:

Battery removal and installation
Removal Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d- 6).  Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1).  Disconnect the battery (+) lead wire (2). Note be sure to disconnect the battery (–) lead wire (1) first, th ...

Rod guide case tightening torque
Tighten the rod guide case in the following procedures: measure the effective length l of the torque wrench. Calculate the reading torque on the torque wrench by use of the formula shown below. Special tool (a): 09940–84710 (rod guide case wrench) T: reading torque on the torq ...

Swingarm bearing removal and installation
Removal Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .  Remove the swingarm pivot bearings (1) using the special tool. Special tool (a): 09921–20240 (bearing remover set) Remove the center spacer (2). Remove the cushion lever bearing (3) usin ...