Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Driveline / axle

Special tools and equipment

Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Front wheel components”  “front wheel assembly construction”  “rear wheel compone ...

Precautions

Precautions for driveline / axle Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1). Never inspect or adjust the drive chain while the engine is running.   Cautio ...

Other materials:

Rear shock absorber bearing removal and installation
Removal Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” .  Remove the spacer (1). Remove the rear shock absorber bearing with the special tool. Special tool (a): 09943–88211 (pinion bearing installer) Installation C ...

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 the cushion rod.  Remove the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust ...

Stopping and parking
Twist the throttle grip away from yourself to close the throttle completely.  Apply the front and rear brakes evenly and at the same time.  Downshift through the gears as road speed decreases.  Select neutral with the clutch lever squeezed toward the grip (disenga ...