Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Tire inspection
Inspect tire every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Tire tread condition
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will decrease riding stability and consequently invite a dangerous situation. It is highly recommended to replace a tire when the remaining depth of tire tread reaches the following specification.
Special tool
: 09900–20805 (tire depth gauge)
Tire tread depth (service limit) front: 1.6 Mm (0.06 In) rear: 2.0 Mm (0.08 In)
Tire pressure
If the tire pressure is too high or too low, steering will be adversely affected and tire wear increased. Therefore, maintain the correct tire pressure for good roadability, or shorter tire life will result. Cold inflation tire pressure is as follows.
Cold inflation tire pressure
 Caution
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Tire type bridgestone
- front: bt016f n
- rear: bt016r n
Brake system inspection
Inspect brake system
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter
Inspect brake hose and brake fluid
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
...
Steering system inspection
Inspect steering system
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning
of handlebars an ...
Other materials:
Rear brake caliper removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and
installation” in section 2d .
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .
Remove the brake hose from the caliper by
removing the union bolt (1) and catch the brake fluid
in a ...
Swingarm removal and installation
Removal
Cut the drive chain. Refer to “drive chain replacement” in section 3a .
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
Disconnect the rear brake hose from the brake hose
clamp (1).
Remove the brake ho ...
Special situations require special care
Of course, there are some times
when full-force braking is not the
correct technique. When the road
surface is wet, loose, or rough,
you should brake with care. When
you're leaned over in a corner,
avoid braking. Straighten up
before braking. Better yet, slow
down before entering the corner. ...