Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Steering damper maintenance
- Keep the steering damper shaft 1 clean at all times.
- Wipe off any oil residue with a cloth.
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:
Cylinder head cover related parts
inspection
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
Refer to “engine top side assembly” .
Refer to “cylinder head cover disassembly and assembly” .
Cylinder head cover
Clean and check the gasket grooves “a” and pair reed
valve mating surfaces “b” of the cylinder head cover.
If there is anything unu ...
Battery visual inspection
Inspect the battery in the following procedures:
remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Visually inspect the surface of the battery container.
If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from
the sides of th ...
Battery current leakage inspection
Inspect the battery current leakage in the following
procedures:
turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Disconnect the battery (–) lead wire.
Measure the current betwee ...