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:
Steering stem bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the steering stem upper bearing and steering stem lower bracket.
Refer to “steering / steering damper removal and installation” .
Remove the steering stem lower bearing inner race
using a chisel.
Remove the steering stem upper and lower bearing
races using ...
Dimmer / passing light switch inspection
Inspect the dimmer/passing light switch in the following
procedures:
remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect the left handlebar switch coupler (1).
(Yellow)
Inspect the dimmer/passing light switch ...
Cooling circuit inspection
Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is hot, as you may be injured by
escaping hot liquid or vapor.
When removing the radiator cap tester, put
a rag on the filler to prevent the engine
coolant from spraying out.
Inspect the cooling ...