Suzuki GSX-R1000/A, Owner'S Manual

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LOADING LIMIT
• Never exceed the G.V.W. (Gross
Vehicle Weight) of this motorcycle.
The G.V.W. is the combined
weight of the machine, accesso-
ries, payload, rider and passen-
ger. When selecting your
accessories, keep in mind the
weight of the rider as well as the
weight of the accessories. The
additional weight of the accesso-
ries may not only create an unsafe
riding condition but may also
affect the riding stability.
G.V.W.: 390 kg (860 lbs)
at the tire pressure (cold)
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2
, 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm
2
, 42 psi)
LOADING GUIDELINES
This motorcycle is primarily intended
to carry small items when you are not
riding with a passenger. Follow the
loading guidelines below:
•
Balance the load between the left
and right side of the motorcycle
and fasten it securely.
• Keep cargo weight low and as
close to the center of the motorcy-
cle as possible.
• Do not attach large or heavy items
to the handlebars, front forks or
rear fender.
• Check that both tires are properly
inflated to the specified tire pres-
sure for your loading conditions.
Refer to page 6-38.
• Improperly loading your motorcy-
cle can reduce your ability to bal-
ance and steer the motorcycle.
You should ride at reduced
speeds, less than 130 km/h (80
mph), when the cargo is loaded or
accessory is fitted.
• Adjust suspension setting as nec-
essary.

WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can cause loss of motorcycle con-
trol and an accident.
Follow loading limits and loading
guidelines in this manual.

WARNING
Placing objects in the space
behind the fairing can interfere
with steering and can cause loss
of control.
Do not carry any objects in the
space behind the fairing.