Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear wheel related parts inspection
Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Tire
Refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b .
Rear brake disc
Refer to “rear brake disc inspection” in section 4c .
Wheel damper
Refer to “drive chain related parts inspection” in section 3a .
Sprocket
Refer to “drive chain related components” in section 3a .
Dust seal
Inspect the dust seal lip for wear or damage. If any defects is found, replace the dust seal with a new one.
Refer to “rear wheel dust seal / bearing removal and installation” .
Wheel axle
Using a dial gauge, check the wheel axle for runout, if the runout exceeds the limit, replace the axle shaft.
Wheel axle runout service limit: 0.25 Mm (0.010 In)
Special tool
(a): 09900–20607 (dial gauge)
(b): 09900–20701 (dial gauge
chuck)
(c): 09900–21304 (v blocks)
Wheel
- Remove the rear brake pads. Refer to “rear brake pad replacement” in section 4c .
- Make sure that the wheel runout checked as shown in the figure does not exceed the service limit. An excessive runout is usually due to worn or loosened wheel bearings and can be reduced by replacing the bearings. If bearing replacement fails to reduce the runout, replace the wheel.
Wheel rim runout service limit (axial and radial): 2.0 Mm (0.08 In)
- Install the rear brake pads. Refer to “rear brake pad replacement” in section 4c .
Bearing
Inspect the play of the wheel bearings by hand while they are in the wheel. Rotate the inner race by hand to inspect for abnormal noise and smooth rotation. Replace the bearing if there is anything unusual. Refer to “rear wheel dust seal / bearing removal and installation” .
Rear wheel assembly removal and installation
Removal
Loosen the axle nut (1).
Raise the rear wheel off the ground and support the
motorcycle with a jack or wooden block.
Caution
make sure that the motorcycle is support ...
Rear wheel dust seal / bearing removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel assembly. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal
and installation” .
Remove the rear sprocket mounting drum assembly
(1) from the rear wheel.
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Steering damper maintenance
Keep the steering damper
shaft 1 clean at all times.
Wipe off any oil residue with a
cloth.
Do not confuse the grease-like
residue on the steering damper's
shaft with an oil leak. Collection of
this residue is normal and is from
oil seal lubricant used in the
damper.
Yo ...
Precautions
Precautions for exhaust system
To avoid
the risk of being burned, do not touch the exhaust system when the
system is hot. Any
service on the exhaust system should be performed when the system is
cool.
Caution
make sure that the exhaust pipes and muffler ...
Foreword
Motorcycling is one of the most
exhilarating sports and to ensure
your riding enjoyment, you should
become thoroughly familiar with
the information presented in this
owner's manual before riding the
motorcycle.
The proper care and maintenance
that your motorcycle requires is
outlined in t ...