Suzuki GSX-R600 Automobile User Manual


 
CHASSIS 8-31
REMOVAL
Remove the under cowling. (8-5)
Support the motorcycle with a jack or a wooden block.
Remove the front wheel. (8-10)
Remove the front forks. (8-18)
Remove the steering damper. (8-29)
Remove the steering stem head nut 1 and washer 2.
Remove the steering stem upper bracket 3.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the ignition switch, when replacing
only the steering stem lower bracket and bearings.
(Ignition switch removal:
9-38)
Remove the brake hose clamp bolt.
Remove the steering stem lock-nut, washer and steering stem
nut with the special tools.
09940-14911: Steering stem nut wrench
09940-14960: Steering stem nut wrench socket
Draw out the steering stem lower bracket.
NOTE:
Hold the steering stem lower bracket by hand to prevent it from
falling.
Do not work by using side stand. Do not support the
motorcycle with exhaust pipe. Make sure that the
motorcycle is supported securely.