Suspension

Cushion rod removal and installation

4steps
~24min
2/5difficulty
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Removal
  1. Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
  2. Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on the cushion rod.
  3. Remove the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
  4. Remove the cushion rod (1) and washer.
    Suzuki GSX-R. Cushion rod removal and installation

Installation

Install the cushion rod in the reverse order of removal.

Pay attention to the following points:

  • before installing the cushion rod to the frame, insert the collar into the bearing from the left side.
  • Install the washer between the cushion rod right side and frame.
Suzuki GSX-R. Cushion rod removal and installation

Forward

  • Tighten each bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque cushion rod front mounting nut (a): 98 N·m cushion rod rear mounting nut (b): 98 N·m
Suzuki GSX-R. Cushion rod removal and installation

  • Install the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber / exhaust pipe removal and installation” in section 1k .
  • Install the side frame covers and right side cowling.

    Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .

Test yourself

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