Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Procedure for returning to service

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Storage procedure and motorcycle cleaning / 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:

Break-in procedures
During manufacture only the best possible materials are used and all machined parts are finished to a very high standard but it is still necessary to allow the moving parts to “break-in” before subjecting the engine to maximum stresses. The future performance and reliability of the engine depen ...

Crankcase emission control system description
The engine is equipped with a pcv system to prevent discharging crankcase emissions into the atmosphere. Blow-by gas in the engine is constantly drawn into the crankcase, which is returned to the combustion chamber through the pcv (breather) hose, air cleaner and throttle body. ...

Special tools and equipment
Special tool ...