Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Cushion rod inspection
Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
Collar and spacer
- Remove the collar and spacer from the cushion rod.
- Inspect the collar and spacer for any flaws or other damage. If any defects are found, replace it with a new one.
Cushion rod bearing
- Insert the collar and spacer into bearing.
- Check the play by moving the collar and spacer up and down. If excessive play is noted, replace the bearing with a new one. Refer to “cushion rod bearing removal and installation” .
Cushion rod
Inspect the cushion rod for damage. If any defects are found, replace the cushion rod with a new one.
Cushion rod removal and installation
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
t ...
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 re ...
Other materials:
Rear brake master cylinder assembly removal and installation
Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” (page 4a-
2).
Removal
Remove the right side frame cover. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Remove the rear brake fluid reservoir mounting bolt
(1).
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replac ...
Drive chain related components
Drive chain
Engine sprocket
Rear sprocket
Dust seal
Bearing
Retainer
Sprocket mounting drum
Wheel damper
145 N·m (14.5 Kgf-m,
105.0 Lbf-ft)
60 N·m
(6.0 Kgf-m, 43.0 Lbf-ft)
Apply grease
Apply thread lock to
thread p ...
Transmission installation
Install the transmission in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to the following points:
Bearing and oil seal
Caution
replace the removed bearings and oil seals
with new ones.
Install the driveshaft left bearing oil seal into the
retainer using the special tool.
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