Suzuki DR 125, Service Manual

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2-2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below lists the recommended intervals for all the required periodic service work necessary to keep
the motorcycle operating at peak performance and economy.
NOTE:
More frequent servicing may be performed on motorcycles that are use under severe conditions.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART
NOTE:
Inspect: I=Inspect and clean, adjust, replace or lubricate as necessary; C=Clean; R=Replace; T=Tighten
Interval
months
Initially Every Every
Item 1 month 6 months 12 months
Air cleaner element — I I
Exhaust pipe bolts and muffler mounting
bolts
T T T
Valve clearance I I I
Spark plug — I R
Spark arrester — — C
Fuel line
I I I
Replace every 4 years.
Cam chain tension adjuster I I I
Engine oil filter R — R
Engine oil R R R
Throttle cable I I I
Idle speed I I I
Clutch I I I
Drive chain Clean, oil and inspect each time motorcycle is ridden.
Brakes I I I
Brake hose
— I I
Replace every 4 years.
Brake fluid
— I I
Replace every 2 years.
Tires — I I
Spoke nipple Inspect each time the motorcycle is ridden.
Steering I — I
Front forks — — I
Rear suspension — — I
Chassis nuts and bolts T T T