Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Steering system inspection

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / General information / Maintenance and lubrication / Repair instructions / 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 .

Suzuki GSX-R. Steering system inspection

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:

Ect sensor inspection
Refer to “dtc “c15” (p0115-h/l): ect sensor circuit malfunction” in section 1a . Inspect the ect sensor in the following procedures: remove the ect sensor. Refer to “ect sensor removal and installation” . Connect the ect sensor (1) to the circuit tester and place it in the o ...

Air valve removal and installation
Removal Remove the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” . Remove the tire. Refer to “tire removal and installation” . Remove the air valve (1) from the wheel. Installation Install th ...

Camshaft sprocket
Inspect the camshaft sprocket in the following procedures: remove the intake and exhaust camshafts. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” . Inspect the teeth of each camshaft sprocket for wear or damage. If they are worn or damaged, replace the sprocket/ camshaft assembl ...