Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Front wheel components” “front wheel assembly construction” “rear wheel components” “rear wheel assembly construction”
Special tool
Specifications
Service data
Wheel
unit: mm (in)
Tire
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Front wheel components” ...
Driveline / axle
...
Other materials:
Tire pressure and loading
Proper tire pressure and proper
tire loading are important factors.
Overloading your tires can lead to
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day
before you ride, and be sure the
pressure is correct for the vehicle
load according to the table below.
Tire pre ...
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 ...
Rear wheel removal
Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.
Remove the cotter pin 1.
Remove the axle nut 2.
Warning
A hot muffler can burn you.
The muffler will be hot enough
to burn you for some time after
stopping the engine.
Wait until the muffler cools to
avoid bur ...