Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007, Service Manual

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3-54 ENGINE
PISTON RING FREE END GAP AND PISTON RING END GAP
• Measure the piston ring free end gap using the vernier cali-
pers.
• Next, fit the piston ring squarely into the cylinder and measure
the piston ring end gap using the thickness gauge.
• If any of the measurements exceeds the service limit, replace
the piston ring with a new one.
Piston ring free end gap:
Service Limit (1st) : 5.2 mm (0.20 in)
(2nd): 6.4 mm (0.25 in)
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09900-20102: Vernier calipers
Piston ring end gap:
Service Limit (1st) : 0.50 mm (0.020 in)
(2nd): 0.50 mm (0.020 in)
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09900-20803: Thickness gauge