Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Procedure for returning to service
- Clean the entire motorcycle.
- Remove the oily rags from the air cleaner intake and muffler outlet.
- Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil filter and fill the engine with fresh oil as outlined in this manual.
- Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engine a few times. Reinstall the spark plugs.
- Reinstall the battery.
- Make sure that the motorcycle is properly lubricated.
- Perform the inspection before riding as listed in this manual.
- Start the motorcycle as outlined in this manual.
Storage procedure
If your motorcycle is to be left
unused for an extended period of
time, it needs special servicing
requiring appropriate materials,
equipment and skill. For this reason,
suzuki recommends that yo ...
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
...
Other materials:
Clutch cable play inspection and adjustment
Inspect clutch cable play
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Inspect and adjust the clutch cable play “a” as follows.
Clutch cable play “a”
10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 In)
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank
removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g-
9).
...
Rear brake components
Rear brake caliper
Piston seal
Dust seal
Piston
Rear caliper bracket
Rear brake pad set
Rear brake disc
Brake pad spring
6
N·m (0.6 Kgf-m, 4.5 Lbf-ft)
27 N·m
(2.7 Kgf-m, 19.5 Lbf-ft)
12 N·m
(1.2 Kgf-m, 8.5 Lbf-ft)
17 N·m ...
Rear wheel related parts inspection
Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Tire
Refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b .
Rear brake disc
Refer to “rear brake disc inspection” in section 4c .
Wheel damper
Refer to “drive chain related parts inspection” in section 3a .
Sprocket
Refer to “drive chain ...