Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007 Service Manual page 92

3-42 ENGINE
• Measure the claw width of drive plates with a vernier calipers.
• Replace the drive plates found to have worn down to the limit.
Drive plate claw width:
Service Limit: 13.05 mm (0.5138 in)
09900-20102: Vernier calipers
CLUTCH DRIVEN PLATE INSPECTION
NOTE:
Wipe off engine oil from the clutch driven plates with a clean rag.
• Measure each driven plate for distortion with a thickness
gauge and surface plate.
• Replace driven plates which exceed the limit.
Driven plate distortion (No.1, No.2 and No.3):
Service Limit: 0.10 mm (0.004 in)
09900-20803: Thickness gauge
CLUTCH SPRING INSPECTION
• Measure the free length of each coil spring with a vernier cali-
pers, and compare the length with the specified limit.
• Replace all the springs if any spring is not within the limit.
Clutch spring free length:
Service Limit: 54.2 mm (2.134 in)
09900-20102: Vernier calipers
CLUTCH BEARING INSPECTION
• Inspect the clutch release bearing for any abnormality, partic-
ularly cracks, to decide whether it can be reused or should be
replaced.
• Smooth engagement and disengagement of the clutch
depends on the condition of this bearing.