Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading guidelines

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This motorcycle is primarily intended to carry small items when you are not riding with a passenger. Follow the guidelines below to carry a passenger or cargo:

balance the load between the left and right side of the motorcycle and fasten it securely.
Place cargo weight as close to the center of the motorcycle as possible.
Do not attach large or heavy items to the handlebars, front forks or rear fender.
Check that both tires are properly inflated to the specified tire pressure for your loading conditions. Refer to page 7-31.
Improperly loading your motorcycle can reduce your ability to balance and steer the motorcycle.
You should ride at reduced speeds, less than 130 km/h (80 mph), when the cargo is loaded or accessory is fitted.
Adjust suspension setting as necessary.

Loading limit

Warning Overloading or improper loading can cause lose of motorcycle control and this may result in an accident. Follow loading limits and loading guidelines in this manual. ...

Modification

Modification of the motorcycle, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Obey all applicable equipment regulations in your area. The frame of this motorcycle i ...

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Piston and piston ring inspection
Refer to “piston ring removal and installation” . Piston diameter Measure the piston diameter using the micrometer at 15 mm (0.6 In) “a” from the skirt end. If the piston diameter is less than the service limit, replace the piston. Special tool (a): 09900–20203 (micrometer (50 – 75 mm)) Pis ...

Self-diagnostic procedures
Use of mode select switch Note do not disconnect the coupler from ecm, battery cable from battery, ecm ground wire from engine or main fuse before confirming dtc (diagnostic trouble code) stored in memory. Such disconnection may erase memorized information in ec ...

Water pump removal and installation
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