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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Valve seat repair

Suzuki GSX-R. Valve seat repair


  1. Intake valve
  2. Exhaust valve

Suzuki GSX-R. Valve seat repair


Caution

  •  the valve seat contact area must be inspected after each cut.
  •  Do not use lapping compound after the final cut is made. The finished valve seat should have a velvety smooth finish but not a highly polished or shiny finish. This will provide a soft surface for the final seating of the valve which will occur during the first few seconds of engine operation.
  •  The titanium valves are coated with an oxidized membrane treatment to resist wear but the membrane tend to removed if lapped after valve seat servicing.

 

Note

after servicing the valve seats, be sure to check the valve clearance after the cylinder head has been reinstalled. Refer to “valve clearance inspection and adjustment” in section 0b .

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 va ...

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 e ...

Other materials:

Clutch removal
Drain engine oil. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in section 0b .  Lift and support the fuel tank with the prop stay. Refer to “fuel tank removal and installation” in section 1g .  Disconnect the ckp sensor coupler (1). Remove the clutch cover (2). ...

Drive chain cleaning and oiling
Clean and oil the chain as follows:  Wash the chain with kerosene. Kerosene will lubricate and clean the chain. Warning Kerosene can be hazardous . Kerosene is flammable. Children or pets may be harmed from contact with kerosene. Keep flames and smoking mater ...

Starter motor inspection
Refer to “starter motor disassembly and assembly” . Carbon brush Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or smoothness in the brush holder. If either carbon brush is defective, replace the brush holder set with a new one. Measure the length “a” of the carbon brushes using a v ...

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