Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Precautions
Precautions for maintenance
The “periodic maintenance schedule chart” lists the recommended intervals for all the required periodic service work necessary to keep the motorcycle operating at peak performance and economy. Maintenance intervals are expressed in terms of kilometers, miles and months for your convenience.
| Note more frequent servicing may be required on motorcycles that are used under severe conditions. |
General description
Recommended fluids and lubricants
Refer to “fuel and oil recommendation” in section 0a and “engine coolant recommendation” in section 0a .
Other materials:
Most accidents can be avoided
The most common type of motorcycle
accident in the u.S. Occurs
when a car traveling towards a
motorcycle turns left in front of the
motorcycle. Is that because other
drivers are out to get motorcyclists?
No. Other drivers simply
don't always notice motorcyclists.
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Swingarm pivot boss removal and installation
Removal
Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .
Remove the swingarm pivot boss nut (1).
Note
remove the swingarm pivot boss only when
replacing it.
Remove the swingarm pivot boss (2) by removing its
set screws.
Installatio ...
Drive mode selector description
Engine power characteristics can be changed in 3
modes by operating the drive mode selector to meet
various riding conditions and rider’s preference.
Operation
Drive mode is preset at a-mode when the ignition switch
and engine stop switch are turned on. Follow the
procedure below to operat ...