Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
| Note required service material is also described in the following. “Rear suspension components” “rear suspension assembly construction” |
Special tool
Specifications
Service data
Suspension
unit: mm (in)
Tightening torque specifications
Note
the specified tightening torque is described in the following.
“Rear suspension components” ...
Wheels and tires
...
Other materials:
If a collision is imminent, do something
Many riders fear locking up their
brakes or haven't learned to
swerve to avoid an accident.
Many inexperienced riders (and
too many seasoned riders) use
only their rear brake in an emergency,
resulting in unnecessary
impacts in some cases and
unnecessarily high impact speeds
in other case ...
Radiator / cooling fan motor removal and
installation
Removal
Remove the inner under cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Drain engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section
0b .
Disconnect the reservoir tank inlet hose (1) and
water air bleed hose (2).
Remove ...
Rear brake caliper disassembly and
assembly
Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” .
Disassembly
Remove the pad spring (1) and rubber boot (2) from
the caliper.
Place a rag over the piston to prevent it from popping
out and then force out the piston using compressed
air.
Caution
do not use hig ...