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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Corrosion prevention

It is important to take good care of your motorcycle to protect it from corrosion and keep it looking new for years to come.

Important information about corrosion

Common causes of corrosion

Road salt, sea air, industrial pollution, and high humidity will all contribute to corrosion.

How to help prevent corrosion

Procedure for returning to service
Clean the entire motorcycle.  Remove the oily rags from the air cleaner intake and muffler outlet.  Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil filter and fill the engine with ...

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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, as they can be especially slippery. Use extra caution at railway crossings and on metal grating ...

Cam chain tension adjuster inspection
The cam chain tension adjuster is maintained to proper tension automatically.  Remove the cam chain tension adjuster. Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .  Holding the cam chain tension adjuster as shown in the figure, compress the plunger by turning the adjuster body unt ...

Gearshift linkage inspection
Refer to “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal and installation” . Gearshift shaft Check the gearshift shaft for bend or wear. Check the return spring for damage or fatigue. If any defects are found, replace the defective part(-s). Gearshift shaft oil seal Inspect the gearshif ...

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