Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Warning / caution / note

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual / Precautions / Warning / caution / note

Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special information, the symbol and the words warning, caution and note have special meanings. Pay special attention to the messages highlighted by these signal words.

Indicates a
potential hazard that could result in death or injury.

Caution

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in motorcycle damage.

Note

Indicates special information to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer.

Please note, however, that the warnings and cautions contained in this manual cannot possibly cover all potential hazards relating to the servicing, or lack of servicing, of the motorcycle. In addition to the warnings and cautions stated, you must use good judgement and basic mechanical safety principles. If you are unsure about how to perform a particular service operation, ask a more experienced mechanic for advice.

Precautions

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General precautions

Proper service and repair procedures are important for the safety of the service mechanic and the safety and reliability of the motorcycle. When 2 or more persons wor ...

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Be extra safety-conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet ones, requires extra caution. Braking distances increase on a rainy day. Stay off the painted surface marks, manhole covers, and greasy-appearing areas, as they can be especially slippery. Use extra caution at railway crossings and on metal grating ...

Steering tension adjustment
Check the steering movement in the following procedures: by supporting the motorcycle with a jack, lift the front wheel unit is off the floor 20 – 30 mm (0.8 – 1.2 In). Remove the steering damper. Refer to “steering damper construction” . Check to make sure that the cabl ...

Rear brake hose removal and installation
Removal Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” . Remove the rear brake hoses as shown in the rear brake hose routing diagram. Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” . Installation Caution the seal washers should be replaced with new ones to prevent ...