Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering
Precautions
Precautions for steering
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).
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
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Steering general diagnosis
Diagnostic information and procedures
Steering symptom diagnosis
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Other materials:
Front wheel removal
Place the motorcycle on the
side stand.
Remove both brake calipers
from the front forks by removing
two mounting bolts 1 on
each calipers.
Note: never squeeze the front
brake lever with the caliper
removed. It is very difficult to force
the pads back into the caliper
asse ...
Accessory use
The addition of unsuitable accessories
can lead to unsafe operating
conditions. It is not possible
for suzuki to test each accessory
on the market or combinations of
all the available accessories; however,
your dealer can assist you in
selecting quality accessories and
installing them correc ...
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 ...