Driveline / axle

Drive chain related parts inspection

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Refer to “rear sprocket / rear sprocket mounting drum removal and installation” .

Dust seal

Inspect the dust seal for wear or damage. If any damage is found, replace the dust seal with a new one.

Suzuki GSX-R. Dust seal

Bearing

Inspect the play of the sprocket mounting drum bearing by hand while it is in the drum. Rotate the inner race by hand to inspect for abnormal noise and smooth rotation.

Replace the bearing if there is anything unusual.

Suzuki GSX-R. Bearing

Engine sprocket and rear sprocket

Inspect the sprocket teeth for wear. If they are worn as shown, replace the engine sprocket, rear sprocket and drive chain as a set.

Suzuki GSX-R. Engine sprocket and rear sprocket

Normal wear Excessive wear

Wheel damper

Inspect the dampers for wear and damage. Replace the dampers if there is anything unusual.

Suzuki GSX-R. Wheel damper

Drive chain

Refer to “drive chain inspection and adjustment” in section 0b .

Test yourself

A quick Suzuki GSX-R 1000 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.