Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Pillion footrest construction

Side-stand construction

Frame Side-stand bracket Washer Side-stand 50 N·m (5.0 Kgf-m, 36.0 Lbf-ft) 40 N·m (4.0 Kgf-m, 29.0 Lbf-ft) Apply grease to sliding sur ...

Side-stand removal and installation

Removal Support the motorcycle with a jack or wooden block. Caution  do not support the motorcycle with the exhaust pipes.  Make sure that the motorcycle is supported s ...

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Precautions
Precautions for driveline / axle Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1). Never inspect or adjust the drive chain while the engine is running.   Caution  do not use trichloroethylene, gasoline or such similar solvent. These fluids will d ...

Drive chain related parts inspection
Refer to “rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation” . Dust seal Inspect the dust seal for wear or damage. If any damage is found, replace the dust seal with a new one. Bearing Inspect the play of the sprocket mounting drum bearing by hand while it is in the dr ...

Riding on hills
When climbing steep hills, the motorcycle may begin to slow down and show lack of power. At this point you should shift to a lower gear so that the engine will again be operating in its normal power range. Shift rapidly to prevent the motorcycle from losing momentum.  When ...