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 ...
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Steering stem bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the steering stem upper bearing and steering stem lower bracket.
Refer to “steering / steering damper removal and installation” .
Remove the steering stem lower bearing inner race
using a chisel.
Remove the steering stem upper and lower bearing
races using ...
Tire pressure and loading
Proper tire pressure and proper
tire loading are important factors.
Overloading your tires can lead to
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day
before you ride, and be sure the
pressure is correct for the vehicle
load according to the table below.
Tire pre ...
Rear wheel components
Rear axel nut
Collar
Dust seal
Bearing
Retainer
Rear sprocket
Sprocket mounting drum
Wheel damper
Bearing
Spacer
Air valve
Rear wheel
Wheel balancer
Rear tire
Dust seal
Collar
Rear brake disc
Rear axle
1 ...