Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Repair instructions

Rear suspension

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Rear suspension components

Rear shock absorber Rear shock absorber mounting nut Cushion rod Cushion rod mounting nut Cushion lever Cushion lever mounting nut Swingarm pivot lock-nut ...

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Rear shock absorber adjustment
After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring pre-load and damping force as follows: Spring pre-load adjustment The set length 179.3 Mm (7.06 In) provides the maximum spring pre-load. The set length 189.3 Mm (7.45 In) provides the minimum spring pre-load. Std position 184.3 ...

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 ...

Gearshift lever
This motorcycle has a 6-speed transmission which operates as shown. To shift properly, squeeze the clutch lever and close the throttle at the same time you operate the gearshift lever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshift and depress the lever to downshift. Neutral is located between lo ...