Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Wheel / tire / air valve inspection and cleaning
Refer to “tire removal and installation” .
Wheel
Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following points:
- distortion and crack
- any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area.
- Wheel rim runout. Refer to “front wheel related parts inspection” and “rear wheel related parts inspection” .
Tire
Tire must be checked for the following points:
- nick and rupture on side wall
- tire tread depth (refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b .)
- Tread separation
- abnormal, uneven wear on tread
- surface damage on bead
- localized tread wear due to skidding (flat spot)
- abnormal condition of inner liner
Air valve
Inspect the air valve for peeling and damage. If any defect is found, replace the air valve with a new one.
Refer to “air valve removal and installation” (page 2d- 16).
Inspect the valve core seal (1) for wear and damage. If any defect is found, replace the valve core with a new one. Refer to “air valve removal and installation” .
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Tire removal and installation
Removal
The most critical factor of a tubeless tire is the seal
between the wheel rim and the tire bead. For this
reason, it is recommended to use a tire changer that can
satisfy this sealing requ ...
Air valve removal and installation
Removal
Remove the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and
installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Remove the tire. Refer to “tire re ...
Other materials:
Crankshaft journal bearing inspection and
selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d-
49).
Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” .
Inspection
Inspect each upper and lower crankcase bearing for
any damage.
Set the crankshaft onto the upper crank case.
Install the plastigauge onto each crankshaft jour ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Rear lighting system construction”
Special tool
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Front brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit
line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the
pads with new ones. Refer to “front brake pad replacement” .
Caution
replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise
braking perform ...