Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007 Service Manual

SERVICING INFORMATION 10-11
BRAKES
Complaint Symptom and possible causes Remedy
Insufficient brake
power
1. Leakage of brake fluid from hydraulic system
2. Worn pads
3. Oil adhesion of engaging surface of pads/shoe
4. Worn disc
5. Air in hydraulic system
6. Not enough brake fluid in the reservoir
Repair or replace.
Replace.
Clean disc and pads.
Replace.
Bleed air.
Replenish.
Brake squeaking 1. Carbon adhesion on pad surface
2. Tilted pad
3. Damaged wheel bearing
4. Loosen front wheel axle or rear wheel axle
5. Worn pads
6. Foreign material in brake fluid
7. Clogged return port of master cylinder
Repair surface with
sandpaper.
Correct pad fitting or
replace.
Replace.
Tighten to specified
torque.
Replace.
Replace brake fluid.
Disassemble and
clean master cylinder.
Excessive brake
lever stroke
1. Air in hydraulic system
2. Insufficient brake fluid
3. Improper quality of brake fluid
Bleed air.
Replenish fluid to specified
level; bleed air.
Replace with correct fluid.
Leakage of brake
fluid
1. Insufficient tightening of connection joints
2. Cracked hose
3. Worn piston and/or cup
Tighten to specified torque.
Replace.
Replace piston and/or cup.
Brake drags 1. Rusty part
2. Insufficient brake lever or brake pedal
pivot lubrication
Clean and lubricate.
Lubricate.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007 Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Displacement	999 cc
Bore x Stroke	73.4 mm x 59.0 mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Transmission	6-speed constant mesh
Front Suspension	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Seat Height	810 mm
Lubrication System	Wet sump
Starter	Electric
Final Drive	Chain
Ground Clearance	130 mm
Rear Suspension	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tire	190/50ZR17M/C (73W)
Overall Length	2045 mm (80.5 in)
Overall Height	1, 130 mm
Overall Width	720 mm (28.3 in)
Wheelbase	1, 405 mm
Curb Weight	203kg