Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cam chain tensioner inspection
Inspect the cam chain tensioner in the following procedures:
- remove the cam chain tensioner. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain tensioner removal and installation” .
- Check the contacting surface of the cam chain tensioner. If it is worn or damaged, replace it with a new one
- Install the cam chain tensioner. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain tensioner removal and installation” .
Cam chain guide inspection
Inspect the cam chain guide in the following procedures:
remove the cam chain guides. Refer to “cam chain guide / cam chain
tensioner removal and installation” .
Check the contact ...
Cylinder head disassembly and assembly
Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
Refer to “engine top side assembly” .
Caution
identify the position of each removed part.
Organize the parts in their respective groups
(i. ...
Other materials:
Cooling system inspection
Inspect cooling system
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 6 months)
Replace engine coolant
every 2 years
Engine coolant level inspection
Hold the motorcycle vertically.
Check the engine coolant level by observing the “f” and “l” lines on
the engine coolant reservoir tank. If the level i ...
Accessory use
The addition of unsuitable accessories
can lead to unsafe operating
conditions. It is not possible
for suzuki to test each accessory
on the market or combinations of
all the available accessories; however,
your dealer can assist you in
selecting quality accessories and
installing them correc ...
Air bleeding from brake fluid circuit
Air trapped in the brake fluid circuit acts like a cushion to
absorb a large proportion of the pressure developed by
the master cylinder and thus interferes with the full
braking performance of the brake caliper. The presence
of air is indicated by “sponginess” of the brake lever and
also by la ...