Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Regulator / rectifier inspection
Inspect the regulator/rectifier in the following procedures:
- turn the ignition switch off.
- Disconnect the regulator/rectifier couplers. Refer to “regulator / rectifier removal and installation” .
- Measure the voltage between the terminals using the multi-circuit testers as indicated in the following table. If the voltage is not within the specified value, replace the regulator/rectifier with a new one. Refer to “regulator / rectifier removal and installation” .
| Note if the tester reads 1.4 V and below when the tester probes are not connected, replace its battery. |
Special tool
: 09900–25008 (multi circuit tester
set)
Tester knob indication
diode test ( 
)
Unit: v
- Connect the regulator/rectifier couplers and bind the clamp.
- Reinstall the removed parts.
Regulator / rectifier removal and installation
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the right side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to ...
Battery components
Anode plates
Separator (fiberglass plate)
Cathode plates
Upper cover breather
Stopper
Filter
Terminal
Safety valve
...
Other materials:
Gearshift linkage inspection
Refer to “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation” .
Gearshift shaft
Check the gearshift shaft for bend or wear.
Check the return spring for damage or fatigue.
If any defects are found, replace the defective part(-s).
Gearshift shaft oil seal
Inspect the gearshif ...
Drive chain replacement
Use the special tool in the following procedures, to cut
and rejoin the drive chain.
Note
when using the special tool, apply a small
quantity of grease to the threaded parts of
the special tool.
Special tool
: 09922–22711 (drive chain cutting
and joint
tool set)
Driv ...
Brakes
This motorcycle has front and
rear disk brakes.
Warning
Failure to inspect and properly
maintain the brakes increases
your chance of having an accident.
Inspect the brake system
before each use according to
the inspection before
riding section. Follow the
maintenance ...