Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering / steering damper related parts inspection

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Steering / Steering / handlebar / Repair instructions / Steering / steering damper related parts inspection

Refer to “steering / steering damper removal and installation” .

Inspect the removed parts for the following abnormalities:

Steering stem

Distortion of the steering stem and brackets.

Suzuki GSX-R. Steering stem

Bearing

Bearing wear or damage
abnormal bearing noise
race wear or damage
bearing lower seal damage

Suzuki GSX-R. Bearing

Steering damper

Inspect the steering damper body, bearing and oil seal for damage and oil leaking.
Move the steering damper rod by hand to inspect for a smooth movement.
If any defects are found, replace the steering damper with a new one.

Note

the steering damper operation can be checked without removing it. Refer to “dtc “c93” (p1769): steering damper solenoid valve circuit malfunction” in section 1a .

Suzuki GSX-R. Steering damper

Steering system inspection

Refer to “steering system inspection” in section 0b .

Steering / steering damper removal and installation

Removal steering damper Turn the ignition switch off. Disconnect the steering damper solenoid coupler (1). Remove the lower bracket cover (2). Remove the steering da ...

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 i ...

Other materials:

Engine bottom side disassembly
Note the crankcase must be separated to service the crankshaft and conrod. Remove the engine assembly from the frame. Refer to “engine assembly removal” . Remove the engine top side (1). Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Crankcase breather (pcv) cover R ...

Tire condition and type
Tire condition and tire type affect motorcycle performance. Cuts or cracks in the tires can lead to tire failure and loss of motorcycle control. Worn tires are susceptible to puncture failures and subsequent loss of motorcycle control. Tire wear also affects the tire profile, changing moto ...

If a collision is imminent, do something
Many riders fear locking up their brakes or haven't learned to swerve to avoid an accident. Many inexperienced riders (and too many seasoned riders) use only their rear brake in an emergency, resulting in unnecessary impacts in some cases and unnecessarily high impact speeds in other case ...