Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Front wheel assembly construction

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Suspension / Wheels and tires / Repair instructions / Front wheel assembly construction

Suzuki GSX-R. Front wheel assembly construction

Brake disc bolt
Brake caliper mounting bolt
Front axle bolt
Front axle pinch bolt
Clearance
18 N·m (1.8 Kgf-m,
13.0 Lbf-ft)
39 N·m
(3.9 Kgf-m, 28.0 Lbf-ft)
100 N·m
(10 kgf-m, 72.5 Lbf-ft)
23 N·m
(2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)

Apply grease.

Apply thread lock to the
thread part.

Front wheel components

Front axle Brake disc bolt Brake disc Dust seal Bearing Spacer Air valve Front wheel Wheel balancer Front tire Collar Front axle bolt ...

Front wheel assembly removal and installation

Removal Remove the brake calipers, left and right. Caution do not operate the brake lever with the caliper removed. Loosen two axle pinch bolts (1) on the right front ...

Other materials:

Body frame construction
Frame Seat rail Seat rail bolt Collar Engine mounting thrust adjuster Engine mounting thrust adjuster lock-nut Engine mounting pinch bolt 50 N·m (5.0 Kgf-m, 36.0 Lbf-ft) 23 N·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft) 45 N·m (4.5 Kgf-m, 32. ...

If a collision is imminent, do something
Many riders fear locking up their brakes or haven't learned to swerve to avoid an accident. Many inexperienced riders (and too many seasoned riders) use only their rear brake in an emergency, resulting in unnecessary impacts in some cases and unnecessarily high impact speeds in other case ...

Rear shock absorber inspection
Refer to “rear shock absorber removal and installation” . Shock absorber Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage and oil leakage, and absorber bushing for wear and damage. If any defect is found, replace the rear shock absorber with a new one. Caution do not attempt to disassemble ...