The GSXR is comin' apart!!!(on purpose)

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Time to take apart the '05 GSXR. On the list of things to do:

1.New chain & sprockets -1,+2
2. 15k service stuff.(plugs, air filter)
3. retorque all chassis fasteners
4. clean throttle body areas
5. complete brake flush & cleaning
6. change coolant

I need to look at my owners manual, but it is all getting done this weekend.

Oh, I guess I better wash the thing too.

[Cecil]

LOL
My 05' GSXR1K was home about an hour before I was taking it apart. :biker:

[ShortyR6]

replace your coolant (which is a misnomer, because it provides no cooling properties), and use watter wetter or engine ice.

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I ran Water wetter in my e-production cars, I just don't remember where to get it. Any local sources?

[Azazel]

I've noticed it available at most bike stealerships..

[ShortyR6]

I ran Water wetter in my e-production cars, I just don't remember where to get it. Any local sources?

any auto store. i.e. discount, auto zone, napa, etc...

[snook]

sorry to hijack, but shorty what was that oil you used and since it is full synthetic is there anything I need to consider prior to changing from dino-oil?

/hijack

[liquid_iq]

I ran Water wetter in my e-production cars, I just don't remember where to get it. Any local sources?

i picked some up at auto zone for about $8 last week. i checked out the websites and advance auto didn't list it on their website.

[The_Jarhead]

Skip this may come in handy.
I didn't see 2005 on the first page I found my manuals there so I didn't go any further but there 26 pages so you may just find it here.
http://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=41567

[ShortyR6]

sorry to hijack, but shorty what was that oil you used and since it is full synthetic is there anything I need to consider prior to changing from dino-oil?

/hijack

i just run mx4t in the track bike. i get it at autozone for a pretty good price.

if you are running a yami, it is a mobil 1 filter M1-110

[The_Jarhead]

Shorty how is the price compaired to Amsoil?

[ShortyR6]

Shorty how is the price compaired to Amsoil?

here is a link, but it is not an unbiased review.
http://www.syntheticoildealer.com/royle/dyno.htm

personally i have not used Amsoil, so i could not say, but as long as you change it at regular intervals, you will not have a problem. plus i can get mx4t at the local store with a filter and not have to find a specialty shop, and its $8 or $9 dollars. i have to change mine before i ride again, and will get a firm price.

[The_Jarhead]

I've used Amsoil in my Stang since I got it. I've always been happy with it.
$8-$9 per qt? I pay under $7 for Amsoil and most Napa sports carry it.

[ShortyR6]

I've used Amsoil in my Stang since I got it. I've always been happy with it.
$8-$9 per qt? I pay under $7 for Amsoil and most Napa sports carry it.

i will check that out. i have heard good things about amsoil. IMO, most are about the same, it is what is easier for you to get your hands on. plus i dont run oil in the bike more than 3 weekends before i change it out.

[The_Jarhead]

Yeah I just checked last time I got it it was $6.49 a pt.
Some places you can get it in Gallon jugs cheaper too.

[BMBSHL]

Time to take apart the '05 GSXR. On the list of things to do:

1.New chain & sprockets -1,+2
2. 15k service stuff.(plugs, air filter)
3. retorque all chassis fasteners
4. clean throttle body areas
5. complete brake flush & cleaning
6. change coolant

I need to look at my owners manual, but it is all getting done this weekend.

Oh, I guess I better wash the thing too.

Wow, this is all the stuff I've done to mine in the last year and in a couple of wrenching days!! Now it's time for new front brake pads.... HEY LB?!?!?! ;)
Good luck with your wrenching Skip.

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There sure are alot of parts on this motorcycle!!!!!

I took plenty of pic's so I would remember where everything went. Hopefully I wont have too many parts left over.

:duh:

[The_Jarhead]

where you able to find a manual for your bike on that like I posted?

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where you able to find a manual for your bike on that like I posted?


I allready had the factory manual, thanks anyway.....

When other mechanics leave parts & fasteners off it's a mistake. When I do it it is called reducing weight.:D

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Here is what I started with:
http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/4775/p60800069qe.jpg

Here we are almost torn down:
http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/7002/p60800166cj.jpg

There was a lot of crud on the valves, after 14k miles.
http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/788/p60800265xe.jpg

All of this crud is from chain wax. The cover was full of this crap.
http://img106.imageshack.us/img106/1184/p60800337fb.jpg

Time to put it all back.
http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/342/p60800345bp.jpg

I love stickers!!!!
http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/7307/p61000022ne.jpg

The new chain installed, with the Vortex sprockets:
http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/3327/p61000032ps.jpg

Finally complete!! I am goin for a ride.
http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/9329/p61000103rn.jpg


I have to say thanks to Ryan at PureAcceleration for the hook-up on the parts, and the extras!!!!

[buckwild750]

That's awesome Skip :occasion1

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After two hours of riding, all I can say is WOW!!! What a difference. The engine Idles better, and man does it get through the gears!!! The front wheel comes right up now,(I don't know if that's a good thing). I will have to get a speedo healer for it.