Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Gearshift lever
This motorcycle has a 6-speed transmission which operates as shown. To shift properly, squeeze the clutch lever and close the throttle at the same time you operate the gearshift lever. Lift the gearshift lever to upshift and depress the lever to downshift.
Neutral is located between low and 2nd gear. When neutral is desired, depress or lift the lever halfway between low and 2nd gear.
Note
: when the transmission is in neutral, the green indicator light on the instrument panel will be lit.
However, even though the light is illuminated, cautiously release the clutch lever slowly to determine whether the transmission is positively in neutral.
Fuel tank cap
To open the fuel tank cap, insert
the ignition key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. With the key
inserted, lift up with the key and
open the fuel tank cap. To close
the fuel tank cap, pus ...
Rear brake pedal
Depressing the rear brake pedal
will apply the rear disk brake. The
brake light will be illuminated
when the rear brake is operated. ...
Other materials:
Balancer shaft journal bearing inspection
and selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d-
49).
Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” .
Inspection
Inspect the bearing surfaces for any signs of fusion,
pitting, burn or flaws. If any, replace them with a
specified set of bearings.
Selection
Place the plastigauge axial ...
Oil jet removal and installation
Piston cooling oil jet
Removal
Remove the engine assembly. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in
section 1d .
Remove the crankshaft assembly. Refer to “engine
bottom side disassembly” in section 1d (page 1d-
49).
Remove the piston cooling oil jets (1) from the upper
cra ...
Evap canister hose routing diagram (only
for e-33)
Evap system purge control solenoid valve
Surge hose
Purge hose
Fuel shut-off valve
Rear fender
Evap canister
Seat hook
White marking
Yellow marking
Up
Face the
clamp end downward
Face the
clamp end to the left
Pass the
...