2000 Suzuki GSX1300R problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R.
Recalls
Engine And Engine Cooling #00V319000 · 2000 · 8,511 units
Problem: Vehicle description: on certain motorcycles, the spring in the cam chain tension adjuster can break. excessive slack will develop in the cam chain, allowing the chain to jump to the wrong position on the cam shaft sprockets.
Risk: Severe engine damage could occur, causing sudden engine failure.
Fix: Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster, or the first generation recall tension adjuster, with a new oil-damped ratchet-type cam chain tension adjuster. dealers will also install a new tension adjuster oil supply hose and a new cam chain guide.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 11 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
Want the full repair deets? Get the service manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2000 GSX1300R.
Motorcycle-specific service manuals with step-by-step procedures (Clymer is part of Haynes).
Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.
Downloadable service manuals. Pay once, keep it.
Heads up: we may earn a commission if you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you. We never host or link to pirated manuals. Disclosure
Specs
Specs coming soon. We only publish specs taken from the manufacturer's own spec sheets.
Other years
FAQ
Does the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R problems?
In 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.