Suzuki GSX-R1000 Manual

A SERVICE OF

next previous

• Loosen the handlebar clamp bolts.

• Loosen the front fork upper clamp bolt.

• Remove the steering stem upper bracket by removing the

steering stem head nut.

NOTE:

Place the rags under the steering stem upper bracket to prevent

scratching the

body

cowling

and

the

air

intake pipes.

• Draw out the handlebars to upward.

REASSEMBLY AND REMOUNTING

Reassemble and remount the handlebar in the reverse order of

removal and disassembly.

Pay attention to the following points:

• Install the handlebars temporary.

• Install the steering stem upper bracket.

• Tighten the steering stem head nut.

~

Steering stem head nut: 90 N·m (9.0 kgf-m, 65.0 Ib-ft)

• Tighten the front fork upper clamp bolts.

~

Front fork upper clamp bolt: 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 Ib-ft)

CHASSIS

8-31