Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Ignition system check
- Remove the spark plugs and reattach them to the spark plug caps.
- Put the engine stop switch in
the "
" position and ignition
switch in the "on" position.While holding a spark plug with its base firmly against the engine, push the electric starter button. If the ignition system is operating properly, a blue spark should jump across the spark plug gap.
- If there is no spark, clean the
spark plug. Replace it if necessary.
Retry the above procedure with the cleaned spark plug or new one.
- If there is still no spark, take your machine to your authorized suzuki dealer.
 Warning
Avoid performing this check if you are not familiar with this procedure, or if you have a heart condition or wear a pacemaker. Keep the spark plug away from the spark plug hole during this test. |
Complaint
: engine stalls
- Make sure there is enough fuel in the fuel tank.
- If the fuel injection indicator
displays "fi", showing signs of
trouble in the fuel injection system,
take your machine to an
authorized suzuki dealer.
Refer to the "instrument panel:' section for fuel injection system indicator explanation.
- Check the ignition system for intermittent spark.
- Check the idle speed. If necessary,
adjust it using a tachometer.
The correct idle speed is 1050- 1250 r/min.
Fuel supply check
If the fuel injection indicator displays
"fi", showing signs of trouble
in the fuel injection system,
take your machine to an authorized
suzuki dealer. Refer to the
"instrument pan ...
Other materials:
Transmission related parts inspection
Refer to “transmission removal” , “transmission installation” and
“countershaft gear / driveshaft gear disassembly and assembly” .
Gearshift fork to groove clearance
Note
the clearance for each gearshift fork plays
an important role in the smoothness and
positiveness of the ...
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 ...
Excva adjustment
Inspect the excva operation and adjust it if necessary
in the following steps:
Step 1
Set the excva to the adjustment position. Refer to
“excv cable removal and installation” (page 1k-
6).
Step 2
Turn the ignition switch off.
Turn the mode select switch off.
Turn the ...