Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cushion rod bearing removal and installation
Removal
- Remove the cushion rod. Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
- Remove the cushion rod bearing with the special tool.
Special tool
(a):
09921–20240 (bearing remover set)
Installation
| Caution the removed bearings must be replaced with new ones. |
- Press the bearings into the cushion rod at 0.5 Mm (0.02 In) depth “a” from the cushion rod side surface with the special tool and suitable size socket wrench.
| Note when installing the bearing, apply a small quantity of the grease to housing. |
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
Special tool
(a): 09924–84521 (bearing
installer set)
|
- Apply grease to the bearings.
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki
super
grease “a” or equivalent)
- Install the cushion rod. Refer to “cushion rod bearing removal and installation” .
Cushion rod inspection
Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
Collar and spacer
Remove the collar and spacer from the cushion rod.
Inspect the collar and spacer for any flaws or other
damage. If an ...
Swingarm removal and installation
Removal
Cut the drive chain. Refer to “drive chain replacement” in section 3a .
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” in section 2d .
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Other materials:
Tire pressure and loading
Proper tire pressure and proper
tire loading are important factors.
Overloading your tires can lead to
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day
before you ride, and be sure the
pressure is correct for the vehicle
load according to the table below.
Tire pre ...
Rear brake light switch inspection and adjustment
Check the rear brake light switch so that the brake light
will come on just before pressure is felt when the brake
pedal is depressed. If the brake light switch adjustment
is necessary, turn the adjuster nut (1) in or out while
holding the brake pedal.
Brake fluid level check
Refer to “bra ...
Voltage check
If voltage is supplied to the circuit being checked, voltage
check can be used as circuit check.
With all connectors/couplers connected and voltage
applied to the circuit being checked, measure
voltage between each terminal and body ground.
If measurements were taken as shown ...