Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Exhaust control valve inspection
Inspect exhaust control valve initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Inspect exhaust control valve as follows:
- remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
- Check the exhaust control valve actuator (1) for its smooth movement when the ignition switch is turned on. If the exhaust valve actuator does not move smoothly, check exhaust valve actuator electrical circuit. Refer to “excva inspection” in section 1k .
- Check the lock-nuts (2) for tightness. If the lock-nuts (2) are loose, tighten them after adjusting the cable length. Refer to “excv cable removal and installation” in section 1k .
Exhaust pipe bolt and muffler bolt inspection
Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter
Check the exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts to th ...
Valve clearance inspection and adjustment
Inspect valve clearance
initially every 24 000 km (14 500 miles, 48 months)
Inspection
Valve clearance adjustment must be checked and
adjusted, a) at the time of periodic inspection, b) when
the ...
Other materials:
Excva pulley inspection
Inspect the excva pulley in the following procedures:
remove the excva pulley. Refer to “excv cable removal and installation”
.
Visually inspect the excva pulley for wear and
damage. If there is anything unusual, replace the
pulley with a new one.
Install the pulle ...
Tire pressure and loading
Proper tire pressure and proper
tire loading are important factors.
Overloading your tires can lead to
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day
before you ride, and be sure the
pressure is correct for the vehicle
load according to the table below.
Tire pre ...
Loading guidelines
This motorcycle is primarily
intended to carry small items
when you are not riding with a
passenger. Follow the guidelines
below to carry a passenger or
cargo:
balance the load between the
left and right side of the motorcycle
and fasten it securely.
Place cargo weight as ...