Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering

Special tools and equipment

Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Clutch control system components”  “clutch components” Special tool ...

Steering general diagnosis

Diagnostic information and procedures Steering symptom diagnosis ...

Other materials:

Fastener removal and installation
Type a Removal Depress the head of fastener center piece (1).  Pull out the fastener (2). Installation Let the center piece stick out toward the head so that the pawls “a” closes. Insert the fastener into the installation hole. Note to prevent the pawl ...

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 ...

Spring pre-load adjustment
To change the spring pre-load, turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning the adjuster clockwise will increase the spring pre-load. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise will decrease the spring pre-load. There are five grooved lines on the side of the adjuster 1 for re ...