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:
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 damper mounting nut (3) while
holding the lock-nut (4).
Remove the steering damper mounting bolt ( ...
Front brake master cylinder parts inspection
Refer to “front brake master cylinder / brake lever disassembly and assembly”
.
Master cylinder
Inspect the master cylinder bore for any scratches or
other damage
Piston / rubber parts
Inspect the piston surface for any scratches or other
damage.
Inspect the primary cup, secondary cup ...
Rear brake pad replacement
Remove the plug (1) and brake pad mounting pin (2).
Remove the brake pads (3).
Caution
do not operate the brake pedal while the
pads are removed.
Clean up the caliper, especially around the caliper
piston.
Caution
replace the brake pads as a s ...