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 ...

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Tires
Warning Failure to follow these warnings may result in an accident due to tire failure. The tires on your motorcycle form the crucial link between your motorcycle and the road. Follow these instructions:  check tire condition and pressure, and adjust pres ...

Rear brake pedal adjustment
The rear brake pedal position must be properly adjusted at all times or the disk brake pads will bear against the disk causing damage to the pads and to the disk surface. Adjust the brake pedal posit~ on in the following manner: Loosen lock nut 1, and turn the push rod 2 to locate t ...

Oil jet removal and installation
Piston cooling oil jet Removal Remove the engine assembly. Refer to “engine assembly removal” in section 1d .  Remove the crankshaft assembly. Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” in section 1d (page 1d- 49).  Remove the piston cooling oil jets (1) from the upper cra ...