Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Using the transmission
The transmission is provided to keep the engine operating smoothly in its normal operating speed range. The gear ratios have been carefully chosen to meet the characteristics of the engine. The rider should always select the most suitable gear for the prevailing conditions. Never slip the clutch to control road speed, but rather downshift to allow the engine to run within its normal operational range. The table below shows the approximate speed range for each gear.
Shifting up schedule
Shifting down schedule
Disengage the clutch when the motorcycle speed drops below 12 miles/h (20 km/h).
 Warning
Reduce speed before downshifting. |
| Warning
Reduce your speed and downshift before entering the corner. |
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Caution Revving the engine into the red zone can cause severe engine damage. Never allow the engine to rev into the red zone in any gear. |
Starting off
Warning
Riding this motorcycle at
excessive speed increases
your chances of losing control
of the motorcycle. This may
result in an accident.
Always ride within the limits of
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Riding on hills
When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow
down and show lack of power.
At this point you should shift to
a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its
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Other materials:
Fuel pump components
Fuel level gauge
Fuel pressure regulator assembly
O-ring
Joint
Fuel pump
Fuel pump case
Fuel mesh filter
10
N·m (1.0 Kgf-m, 7.0 Lbf-ft)
Apply engine oil.
Apply grease.
Do not reuse.
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Oil cooler / oil cooler hose inspection and
cleaning
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Oil cooler hose inspection
Inspect the oil cooler hoses for any damage and oil
leakage. If any defects are found, replace the oil cooler
hose with a new one.
Oil cooler inspection
Remove the oil cooler guard (1).
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Clutch components
Clutch pressure plate
Clutch push piece
No. 1 Drive plate (8 pcs.)
No. 3 Driven plate (0 – 2 pcs.)
No. 1 Driven plate (5 – 7 pcs.)
No. 2 Driven plate (1 pc.)
No. 2 Drive plate (1 pc.)
Spring washer
Spring washer seat
Clutch sleeve hub
Seat ...