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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering components

Suzuki GSX-R. Handlebars inspection



  1. Steering stem head nut
  2. Steering stem upper bracket
  3. Steering stem lock-nut
  4. Washer
  5. Steering stem nut
  6. Dust seal cover
  7. Dust seal
  8. Steering stem upper bearing
  9. Steering stem lower bearing
  10. Lower seal
  11. Steering stem lower bracket
  12. Steering stem lower bearing inner race
  13. 90
    N·m (9.0 Kgf-m, 65.0 Lbf-ft)
  14. 80 N·m
    (8.0 Kgf-m, 58.0 Lbf-ft)
  15. 45 N·m
    (4.5 Kgf-m, 32.5 Lbf-ft) then turn back 1/2 – 1/4
  16. 23 N·m
    (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)

Apply grease.


Do not reuse.

Handlebars inspection
Refer to “handlebar removal and installation” (page 6b- 2). Inspect the handlebars for distortion and damage. If any defect is found, replace the handlebar with a new one. ...

Steering damper construction
Steering damper Dust seal Bearing 23 N·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft) Apply grease. ...

Other materials:

Muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation
Removal Loosen the muffler connecting bolts (1).  Remove the mufflers (2) by removing the mounting bolt and nut (3). Note support the muffler to prevent it from falling. Remove the side cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in secti ...

Engine oil level check
Check the engine oil level as follows:  Place the motorcycle on level ground on the side stand.  Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes.  Stop the engine and wait three minutes. Hold the motorcycle vertically and check the oil level through ...

Starter button inspection
Inspect the starter button in the following procedures:  remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and installation” in section 1d .  Disconnect the right handlebar switch coupler (1). Inspect the starter button for continuity with the tester. If ...

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