Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007 Service Manual page 373

• Remove the clutch master cylinder . (
• Remove the left handle switch .
• Remove the handle balancer .
• Loosen the handlebar clamp bolts and front fork upper clamp
bolts. (LH and RH)
• Remove the steering stem head nut .
• Remove the steering stem upper bracket  along with the
ignition switch.
NOTE:
* Place a rag under the steering stem upper bracket to prevent
scratching the fuel tank and under cowlings.
* It is not necessary to remove the ignition switch, when replac-
ing only the steering stem lower bracket and bearings.
(Ignition switch removal:
• Remove the handlebars .
• Remove the handle grip
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from the left handlebar.
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