GSX1400
Since the bottom case looks nice, I’ll protect it carefully before removing it. I choose protective materials that can be reused, and by making this a habit, I believe both efficiency and quality improve.
There’s noticeable rust, so this turned out to be a good opportunity. When I checked the bearings, they’re the same as the other oil-cooled models—in fact, Suzuki’s been using the same ones since around the GS1000, and I’m grateful for that compatibility.
Knowing the condition of the shaft helps you rule things out if trouble comes up. I prefer steel for stem shaft material.
In the meantime, I’ll change the fork oil. Lately I’ve been switching from ASH to New Tech fork oil.
It’s important to check visually.
Since it’s a street bike, let’s fill it up properly.
I adjusted the bearing position.
The ETC was mounted in an inconvenient spot, so the owner asked me to relocate it. Less work means lower cost. I’d like to fit a souvenir the size of a split horse mackerel in the storage box.
A muffler where the oil filter can’t be removed—rare these days. The collector is slightly dented or something, so it wouldn’t come out. I removed only cylinders #1 and #2 to do the work.
After that, I’ll take it for a test ride once the inspection is complete, and we’re done.
