Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007, Service Manual

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9-14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
STARTER MOTOR DISASSEMBLY
• Disassemble the starter motor as shown in the illustration.
STARTER MOTOR INSPECTION
CARBON BRUSH
Inspect the brushes for abnormal wear cracks or smoothness in
the brush holder and measure the brush length
"
.
If any damages are found, replace the brush assembly with a
new one or replace the brushes (housing end with brush) found
to have worn down to the limit.
Starter motor brush length:
Service Limit: 3.5 mm (0.14 in)
COMMUTATOR
Inspect the commutator for discoloration, abnormal wear or
undercut
"
.
If abnormal wear is found, replace the armature with a new one.
If the commutator surface is discolored, polish it with #400 sand
paper and wipe it using a clean dry cloth.
If there is no undercut, scrape out the insulator with a saw blade.
Insulator
Segment
O-ring Armature
Housing end (inside) Housing end (outside) ITEM N·m kgf-m lb-ft
Starter motor case
"
Lead wire mounting bolt
"
3 0.3 2.0