Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “rear brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .
Brake caliper cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks, scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the caliper with a new one.
Brake caliper piston
Inspect the brake caliper piston surface for any scratches or other damage. If any damage is found, replace the piston with a new one.
Brake caliper sliding pin
Inspect the brake caliper sliding pins for wear and other damage. If any damage is found, replace the sliding pin with a new one.
Boot
Inspect the boots for damage and wear. If any defects are found, replace it with a new one.
Brake pad spring
Inspect the brake pad spring for damage and excessive bend. If any defects are found, replace it with a new one.
Rear brake caliper disassembly and
assembly
Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” .
Disassembly
Remove the pad spring (1) and rubber boot (2) from
the caliper.
Place a rag over the piston to prevent it from pop ...
Rear brake disc removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Remove the rear brake disc.
Installation
Install the rear brake d ...
Other materials:
Water pump disassembly and assembly
Refer to “water pump removal and installation” .
Disassembly
Remove the air bleeder bolt (1) if necessary.
Remove the water pump case screws.
Remove the o-ring (2).
Hold the impeller (3) with water pump pliers and
remove the impeller securing bolt (4).
Remove t ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Handlebar components” “steering components” “steering
damper construction”
Special tool
...
Drive chain adjustment
Inspect the drive chain slack
before each use of the motorcycle.
Place the motorcycle on the
side stand. The drive chain
should be adjusted for 20 - 30
mm (0.8 - 1.2 In) of slack, as
shown.
Warning
Too much chain slack can
cause the chain to come off the
sprockets, resul ...