Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Loading guidelines
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.
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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 ...
Other materials:
Rear shock absorber bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal
and installation” .
Remove the spacer (1).
Remove the rear shock absorber bearing with the
special tool.
Special tool
(a): 09943–88211 (pinion bearing
installer)
Installation
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Ecm / various sensors
Since each component is a high-precision part, great
care should be taken not to apply any severe impacts
during removal and installation.
Be careful not to touch the electrical terminals of the
electronic parts (ecm, etc.). The static electricity from
your body may damage them. ...
Turn signal / side-stand relay removal and installation
Removal
Remove the frame cover. Refer to “exterior parts
removal and installation” in section 9d (page 9d-
6).
Remove the turn signal/side-stand relay (1).
Installation
Install the turn signal/side-stand relay in the reverse
order of removal. ...