Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Fuel, engine oil and coolant recommendation

Conclusion

Traffic, road and weather conditions vary. Other motorists' actions are unpredictable. Your motorcycle's condition can change. These factors can best be dealt with by giving every ride your full ...

Fuel

Your motorcycle requires premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum pump octane rating of 90 ((r+m)/2 method). In some areas, the only fuels that are available are oxygenated fuels. Oxygenated f ...

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Diagnostic information and procedures
Engine mechanical symptom diagnosis Refer to “engine symptom diagnosis” in section 1a . Compression pressure check The compression pressure reading of a cylinder is a good indicator of its internal condition. The decision to overhaul the cylinder is often based on the results of a compressio ...

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 fork leg.  Remove the front axle bolt (2). Raise the front wheel off the ground a ...

Engine coolant recommendation
Engine coolant Use an anti-freeze/engine coolant compatible with an aluminum radiator, mixed with distilled water only. Water for mixing Use distilled water only. Water other than distilled water can corrode and clog the aluminum radiator. Anti-freeze / engine coolant The engine coolant perfo ...