Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: The sport of motorcycling
Your motorcycle and this owner's manual have been designed by people like you who enjoy motorcycling.
People become motorcyclists for many reasons. For starters, street riding is fun and invigorating. But no matter why you became a motorcyclist, or how experienced you are, you will eventually face some challenging situations.
In preparing for these challenges, you will be fine-tuning your coordination, concentration, and attitude.
Learning the skills and strategies associated with motorcycling is the basis for safely participating in this sport. Many motorcyclists find that as they become better riders, they also get more enjoyment from the freedom unique to motorcycling.
Please remember:
- Most accidents can be avoided
- If you don't have a helmet, buy a helmet and wear it every time you ride
- If a collision is imminent, do something
- Special situations require special care
- Know your limits
- Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
- Practice away from traffic
- Inspection before riding
- Accessories and loading
- Carrying a passenger
- Conclusion
Foreword
Motorcycling is one of the most
exhilarating sports and to ensure
your riding enjoyment, you should
become thoroughly familiar with
the information presented in this
owner's manual before riding ...
Most accidents can be avoided
The most common type of motorcycle
accident in the u.S. Occurs
when a car traveling towards a
motorcycle turns left in front of the
motorcycle. Is that because other
drivers are out to get motorc ...
Other materials:
Throttle cable routing diagram
Throttle cable no. 1
Throttle cable no. 2
Clutch cablev
Front brake hose
Pass
the throttle cables in front of the front brake hose.
Pass the
clutch cable above the right air intake pipe.
Clamp the
clutch cable at the white taping point and m ...
Specifications
Specifications
Note
these specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions and dry mass
Engine
Drive train
Chassis
Electrical
Capacities
...
Precautions
Precautions for engine cooling system
You can be injured by boiling fluid or steam if you open the
radiator cap when the engine is hot.
After the engine cools, wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully
remove the cap by turning it a
quarter turn to allow pr ...