Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear shock absorber inspection
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
Shock absorber
Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage and oil leakage, and absorber bushing for wear and damage. If any defect is found, replace the rear shock absorber with a new one.
| Caution do not attempt to disassemble the rear shock absorber. It is unserviceable. |
Spacer
- Remove the spacer from the cushion lever.
- Inspect the spacer for any flaws or other damage. If any defect is found, replace the spacer with a new one.
Rear shock absorber bearing
- Insert the spacer into bearing.
- Check the play by moving the spacer up and down. If excessive play is noted, replace the bearing with a new one. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .
Rear shock absorber removal and installation
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
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Rear shock absorber bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal
and installation” .
Remove the spacer (1).
Remove the rear shock absorber bearing with the
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Other materials:
Rear brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit
line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the
pads with new ones. Refer to “rear brake pad replacement” .
Caution
replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise
braking performa ...
Engine oil and filter replacement
Replace engine oil
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter
Replace oil filter
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
18 000 km (11 000 miles, 36 months) thereafter
Oil should be changed while the engine is warm. Oil filt ...
Fuel pump relay inspection
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Inspect the fuel pump relay in the following procedures:
remove the frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Remove the fuel pump relay (1).
First, check f ...