Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Storage procedure and motorcycle cleaning

Ignition system check

Remove the spark plugs and reattach them to the spark plug caps. Put the engine stop switch in the "" position and ignition switch in the "on" position. Whil ...

Storage procedure

If your motorcycle is to be left unused for an extended period of time, it needs special servicing requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, suzuki recommends that yo ...

Other materials:

Valve guide replacement
Remove the cylinder head. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .  Remove the valves. Refer to “cylinder head disassembly and assembly” .  Using the valve guide remover, drive the valve guide out toward the intake or exhaust camshaft side. Special tool (a): 09916–43211 (valve ...

Spark plug inspection and cleaning
Inspect spark plug every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) Heat range Remove the spark plugs. Refer to “ignition coil and spark plug removal and installation” in section 1h .  Check spark plug heat range by observing electrode color. If the electrode of the spark plug is wet appe ...

Transmission removal
Remove the engine assembly from the frame. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d .  Remove the engine top side. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” in section 1d .  Separate the upper and lower crankcases. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1 ...