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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Steering damper maintenance

  1. Keep the steering damper shaft 1 clean at all times.
  2.  Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth.

Suzuki GSX-R. Steering damper maintenance


Do not confuse the grease-like residue on the steering damper's shaft with an oil leak. Collection of this residue is normal and is from oil seal lubricant used in the damper.

You may also notice a sound as the damper shaft is stroked in and out. This "escaping air" type sound is normal and is made as the internal valving damps the shaft movement.

Tools
A tool kit is provided with your motorcycle. It is located under the rear seat. ...

Lubrication points
Proper lubrication is important for smooth operation and long life of each working part of your motorcycle and also for safe riding. It is a good practice to lubricate the motorcycle after a long ...

Other materials:

Rear wheel related parts inspection
Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” . Tire Refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b . Rear brake disc Refer to “rear brake disc inspection” in section 4c . Wheel damper Refer to “drive chain related parts inspection” in section 3a . Sprocket Refer to “drive chain ...

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 ...

Oil jet inspection
Refer to “oil jet removal and installation” . Oil jet Make sure that the oil jets are not clogged. If they are clogged, clean their oil passage using a wire of the proper size and compressed air. Piston cooling jet Oil jet (for transmission) Oil jet (for cam chain te ...

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