How to service a GSXR 750

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

I would like to service my bike myself but I'm not 100% confident.

Is there an idiots guide?

What tools do I need please?

Cheers
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chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

Some information would help, Year, mileage etc.

TBH I don't think it is a great idea to start buggering about with your bike I'm sure many will disagree.

The best way is to find a mate who is good at this stuff, and get them to do it while you help, you will bike up far more information than reading from any guide.

Haynes manuals are somewhat useless but are rarely 100% accurate and can cause more harm than good.

Minimum tools,

1/4 rachet and socket set, (4-12mm)

1/2 rachet and socket set, (10-22mm + the size of your rear axle)

Allen keys (2-10mm) Get ball ended ones if you want to make your life easier.

A mallet, pliers and or grips, WD40, Copper slip, brake cleaner.

Everything else get as and when you need it.
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polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Cheers for the great post chris-red.

2006 model and has 8700mls. Due a service as its almost 12mths since I bought it.

How about just changing the oil, oil filter, air filter and plugs?
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Scotsman37 · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Aug 2004 Karma :

Check the following;

Lights all work as they should.

Brakes inspected for badly worn pads and inspect for corrosion on brake pods

Tyres have the required tread depth with no bold spots

Inspect drive chain and adjust accordingly to tighten to recommended tension, as noted in the manual for bike.

Check entire exhaust system for leaks!

Replace air filter as recommened when to do so by manual and the same for engine oil along with oil filter and washer for the sump plug, if necessary.

Regrease the swing arm if necessary and head bearing, etc, if found movement is some what stiff!

Check the wheels while the bike is on a paddock stand and check for any free movement by trying twist it side to side will indicate if bearings needing replaced or not.

Avora · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 08 Feb 2009 Karma :

Plugs are as easy as pull the HT lead off and undo them, depending on how much clearance there is (I'm used to diddy 125 2 strokes) then you might need to take any fairings surrounding the engine off, and even the tank. Meanwhile you can get to the airbox. And then find your oil filter, wap that off providing theres a tray to catch the oil and then once its all out, clean the surface, change an O ring, if there is one, and do it all back up. Replace the oil, until its at the right level.
Jobs a good'n! Thumbs Up

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polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Cheers guys.

I think the trickiest bit will be the fairing.

HG do a spark plug socket and oil filter removal tool (useful if the thing is tight)

Just need to check what I have with the list red gave

Smile

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Bendy · Mrs Sensible Joined: 10 Jun 2002 Karma :

Get yourself the relevant Haynes manual. It'll tell you everything you need to know.

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Bendy · Mrs Sensible Joined: 10 Jun 2002 Karma :

I've always found them to be a decent guide, you don't follow slavishly of course, you still use your brain. Smile

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Scotsman37 · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Aug 2004 Karma :

How to change a wheel while on the move....!

https://goodwitchbadwitch.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/third-wheel-motorcycle.jpg

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Is that our next purchase for the lads in Aghanistan?
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chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

https://www.bookdepository.co.uk/book/9781844257904/Suzuki-GSX-R600-and-750-Service-and-Repair-Manual

£16.31
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chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

This will be better than a Haynes

https://www.2shared.com/document/7HRYi_6X/Suzuki_GSX-R750_K6_Service_Man.html
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Well, you know what they say. If you want to save the world, you have to push a few old ladies down the stairs.
Skudd:- Perhaps she just thinks you are a window licker and is being nice just in case she becomes another Jill Dando.
WANTED:- Fujinon (Fuji) M42 (Screw on) lenses, let me know if you have anything.

polarman · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 13 Jan 2007 Karma :

Many thanks Chris

Cheers
Richard
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