Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Procedure for returning to service

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual / Storage procedure and motorcycle cleaning / Procedure for returning to service

Clean the entire motorcycle.
Remove the oily rags from the air cleaner intake and muffler outlet.
Drain all the engine oil. Install a new oil filter and fill the engine with fresh oil as outlined in this manual.
Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engine a few times. Reinstall the spark plugs.
Reinstall the battery.
Make sure that the motorcycle is properly lubricated.
Perform the inspection before riding as listed in this manual.
Start the motorcycle as outlined in this manual.

Storage procedure

If your motorcycle is to be left unused for an extended period of time, it needs special servicing requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, suzuki recommends that yo ...

Corrosion prevention

It is important to take good care of your motorcycle to protect it from corrosion and keep it looking new for years to come. Important information about corrosion Common causes of corrosion ...

Other materials:

Exhaust pipe bolt and muffler bolt inspection
Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter Check the exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts to the specified torque. Tightening torque exhaust pipe bolt (a): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft) muf ...

Special tools and equipment
Special tool ...

Rear combination light removal and installation
Removal Remove the frame cover assembly. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d . Remove the clamps (1). Disconnect the combination light coupler (2). Remove the rear combination light assembly (3). Remove the combination light brack ...