Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Riding tips

Inspection before riding

Warning Failure to inspect and maintain your motorcycle properly increases the chance of an accident or equipment damage. Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride ...

Starting the engine

Before attempting to start the engine, make sure:  The transmission is in neutral.  The engine stop switch is in the "" position. Note: this motorcycle has a starter i ...

Other materials:

Open circuit check
Possible causes for the open circuit are as follows. As the cause can exist in the connector/coupler or terminal, they need to be checked carefully.  Loose connection of connector/coupler.  Poor contact of terminal (due to dirt, corrosion or rust, poor contact tension, entry of f ...

Front brake caliper disassembly and assembly
Refer to “front brake caliper removal and installation” . Note the right and left calipers are installed symmetrically and therefore the disassembly procedure for one side is the same as that for the other side. Disassembly Remove the brake pads (1) and spring from the ...

Swingarm pivot boss removal and installation
Removal Remove the swingarm. Refer to “swingarm removal and installation” .  Remove the swingarm pivot boss nut (1). Note remove the swingarm pivot boss only when replacing it. Remove the swingarm pivot boss (2) by removing its set screws. Installatio ...