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:
Oil cooler / oil cooler hose inspection and
cleaning
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Oil cooler hose inspection
Inspect the oil cooler hoses for any damage and oil
leakage. If any defects are found, replace the oil cooler
hose with a new one.
Oil cooler inspection
Remove the oil cooler guard (1).
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Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Throttle body components” “engine bottom side assembly”
Special tool
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Brake pad
Front
Rear
Inspect the front and rear brake
pads to see if they are worn down
to the grooved wear limit line 1. If
a pad is worn to the grooved wear
limit line, it must be replaced with
a new one. After replacing either
the front or rear brake pads, the
brake lever or pedal must be
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