Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering system inspection
Inspect steering system initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of handlebars and safe running. Overtighten steering prevents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose steering will cause poor stability.
- Check that there is no play in the front fork.
- Support the motorcycle so that the front wheel is off
the ground, with the wheel facing straight ahead,
grasp the lower fork tubes near the axle and pull
forward.
If play is found, readjust the steering. Refer to “steering tension adjustment” in section 6b .
Tire inspection
Inspect tire
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Tire tread condition
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will
decrease riding stability and consequently invite a
dangerous s ...
Front fork inspection
Inspect front fork
every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months)
Inspect the front forks for oil leakage, scoring or
scratches on the outer surface of the inner tubes.
Replace any defective parts, if ...
Other materials:
Throttle body inspection and cleaning
Refer to “throttle body disassembly and assembly” .
Cleaning
Some
carburetor cleaning chemicals,
especially dip-type soaking solutions, are
very corrosive and must be handled carefully.
Always follow the chemical manufacturer’s
instructions on proper use, handling and
sto ...
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 on ...
DTC “c12” (p0335): ckp sensor circuit
malfunction.
Detected condition and possible cause
Detected condition
Possible cause
The signal does not reach ecm for 3 sec. Or more, after
receiving the starter signal.
Metal particles or foreign material being stuck on the
ckp sensor and rotor tip.
Ckp ...