Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Know your limits
Always ride within the boundaries of your own skills. Knowing these limits and staying within them will help you avoid accidents.
A major cause of accidents involving only a motorcycle (and no cars) is going too fast through a turn. Before entering a turn, select an appropriately low cornering speed.
Even on straight roads, ride at a speed that is appropriate for th~ traffic, visibility and road conditions, your motorcycle, and your experience.
Riding a motorcycle safely requires that your mental and physical skills are fully part of the experience. You should not attempt to operate a motor vehicle, especially one with two wheels, if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Alcohol, illegal drugs, and even some prescription and overthe- counter drugs can cause drowsiness, loss of coordination, loss of balance, and especially the loss of good judgment. If you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, please do not ride your motorcycle.
Special situations require special care
Of course, there are some times
when full-force braking is not the
correct technique. When the road
surface is wet, loose, or rough,
you should brake with care. When
you're leaned over in a corne ...
Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days,
especially wet ones, requires
extra caution. Braking distances
increase on a rainy day. Stay off
the painted surface marks, manhole
covers, and greasy-appearing
areas ...
Other materials:
Precautions
Precautions for engine electrical device
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1) and “precautions for
electrical circuit service” in section 00
(page 00-2).
Component location
Engine electrical components location
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Dia ...
Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level in both front and rear brake fluid reservoirs. If
the level in either reservoir is below the lower mark, inspect for brake pad
wear and leaks.
Warning
Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if
swallowed, and harmful if it
comes in contact with skin or
...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Transmission components” “gearshift lever construction”
“gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate components” “gearshift
shaft construction”
Special to ...