Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Starter motor runs but does not crank the engine
The starter motor runs when the transmission is in neutral, but does not run when the transmission is in any position other than neutral, with the side-stand up.
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Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
| 1 | Check the side-stand switch. Refer to “side-stand / ignition
interlock system parts inspection” . Is the side-stand switch ok? |
Go to step 2. | Faulty side-stand switch. |
| 2 | Check the starter clutch. Refer to “starter clutch removal and
installation” . Is the starter clutch ok? |
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Faulty starter clutch. |
Starter motor will not run
Note
make sure the fuses are not blown and the battery is fully-charged
before diagnosing.
Troubleshooting
Step
Action
Yes
No
1
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Other materials:
Handlebar removal and installation
Removal
Remove the following parts from the left handlebar.
left handlebar switch box (1)
handlebar balancer (2)
grip rubber (3)
clutch cable (4)
Remove the following parts from the right handlebar.
right handlebar switch box (5)
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Thermostat inspection
Inspect the thermostat in the following procedures:
remove the thermostat. Refer to “thermostat removal and installation” .
Inspect the thermostat pellet for signs of cracking.
Test the thermostat at the bench for control action.
Caution
do not contact ...
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 ...