Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Vehicle identification number
The frame serial number or V.I.N. (Vehicle identification number) “a” is stamped on the right side of the steering head tube. The engine serial number “b” is located on the lower crankcase. These numbers are required especially for registering the machine and ordering spare parts.
Vehicle side view
Note
difference between illustrations and actual
motorcycles may exist depending on the
markets.
Suzuki gsx-r1000 (2009-model)
Right side
Left side ...
Fuel and oil recommendation
Fuel (for USA and Canada)
Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 90 pump octane
(r/2 + m/2).
Gasoline containing mtbe (meltyl tertiary butyl ether),
less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methan ...
Other materials:
Precautions
Precautions for brake system
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).
Brake fluid information
This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based dot 4
brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid, such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
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Starter motor removal and installation
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off and disconnect the
battery (–) lead wire (1).
Lift and support the fuel tank. Refer to “fuel tank
removal and installation” in section 1g (page 1g-
9).
Disconnect the starter motor lead wire (2).
Remove the starter motor (3).
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Speed sensor inspection
Inspect the speed sensor in the following procedures:
remove the speed sensor. Refer to “speed sensor removal and
installation” .
Connect a 12 v battery (between b and b/w), 10 kù
resistor (between b/r and b) and multi-circuit tester
(tester (+) probe to b and tester ...