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” .