Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front brake pad inspection
The extent of brake pads wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads with new ones. Refer to “front brake pad replacement” .
| Caution replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise braking performance will be adversely affected. |
Front brake components
Seal set
Piston and seal set
Brake pad spring
Brake pad set
Front brake disc
7.5
N·m (0.75 Kgf-m, 5.5 Lbf-ft)
15 N·m (1.5
Kgf-m, 11.0 Lbf-ft)
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Front brake pad replacement
Loosen the pad mounting pins (1).
Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper
mounting bolts (2).
Remove the pad mounting pins (1), brake pads and
spring.
Caution ...
Other materials:
Rear wheel assembly construction
Rear sprocket nut
Rear axle nut
Brake disc bolt
Clearance
60 N·m (6.0 Kgf-m,
43.0 Lbf-ft)
100 N·m
(10 kgf-m, 72.5 Lbf-ft)
35 N·m
(3.5 Kgf-m, 25.5 Lbf-ft)
Apply grease.
Apply thread lock to the
thread part.
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Fuel tank removal and installation
Removal
Keep away from fire or spark.
Spilled gasoline should be wiped off
immediately.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
Remove the front seat. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Take ...
Side standngnition interlock switch
Check the side stand/ignition
interlock system for proper operation
as follows:
Sit on the motorcycle in the
normal riding position, with the
side stand up.
Shift into first gear, hold the
clutch in, and start the engine.
While continuing to hold the
clutch in ...