Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cushion lever inspection
Refer to “cushion lever removal and installation” .
Cushion lever
Inspect the cushion levers for damage. If any defects are found, replace the cushion levers with new ones.
Cushion lever removal and installation
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
t ...
Cushion rod removal and installation
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
t ...
Other materials:
Drive chain adjustment
Inspect the drive chain slack
before each use of the motorcycle.
Place the motorcycle on the
side stand. The drive chain
should be adjusted for 20 - 30
mm (0.8 - 1.2 In) of slack, as
shown.
Warning
Too much chain slack can
cause the chain to come off the
sprockets, resul ...
Rear brake pedal construction
Footrest bracket no. 2
Footrest bracket no. 1
Rear brake peda
Footrest holder
Footrest
35 N·m (3.5 Kgf-m,
25.5 Lbf-ft)
23 N·m
(2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
18 N·m
(1.8 Kgf-m, 13.0 Lbf-ft)
Apply grease.
Apply thread lock to the ...
Break-in
The first 800 km (500 miles) is the
most important in the life of your
motorcycle. Proper operation during
this break-in period will help
assure maximum life and performance
from your new motorcycle.
The following guidelines explain
proper break-in procedures.
Maximum engine speed recommen ...