Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Conrod crank pin bearing removal and installation

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Engine / Engine mechanical / Repair instructions / Conrod crank pin bearing removal and installation

Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49).

Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” .

Removal

Remove the conrod crank pin bearings (1).

Note

do not remove the bearings (1) unless absolutely necessary.
Make a note of where the bearings are removed from so that they can be reinstalled in their original positions.

Caution

when removing the bearings, be careful not to scratch the conrods and the bearings.

Suzuki GSX-R. Conrod crank pin bearing removal and installation

Installation

When installing the bearings into the conrod cap and conrod, be sure to install the tab “a” first, and then press in the other opposite side of the bearing.

Note

inspect and select the conrod crank pin bearing if necessary. Refer to “conrod crank pin bearing inspection and selection” .

Suzuki GSX-R. Conrod crank pin bearing removal and installation

Balancer shaft journal bearing inspection and selection

Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Inspection Inspect the bearing surfaces for any signs of fusion, pitting, burn or flaws. If any ...

Conrod and crankshaft inspection

Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49). Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” . Conrod small end I.D. Measure the conrod small end inside diameter using the small bore gauge. ...

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Specifications
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