2-38 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Apply grease or oil to the moving parts to increase durability and prevent wear.
The following materials are necessary:
A. Lightweight oil such as WD-40 or penetrating oil
B. Aerosol type Chain Lube
C. SUZUKI SUPER GREASE “A” (or equivalent grease) or Water-proof wheel bearing grease
Follow the schedule closely. The disassembly necessary to lubricate many components is in itself valuable
preventative maintenance. It allows you to inspect for wear, fatigue, adjustment and fastener tightness and it
allows you to clean out the grit which otherwise cannot be gotten out.
No.
ITEM
LUBRICANT
FREQUENCY
COMMENTS
1
Clutch inner cable,
lever
Hot starter inner
cable, lever
A
Pre-race and between
every race
Run oil through cables until it exits the
lower end. Lube the cable ends where
they pivot.
2
Throttle grip, throttle
housing, cable
A
Pre-race
Lightly grease the inside of throttle
spool. Keep free from dirt.
3
Rear brake pedal
C
Pre-race
Grease the brake pedal pivot.
4
Swingarm
C
Every 3 races/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
5
Rear suspension
linkage pivot points
C
Every 1 race/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
6
Steering stem
bearings
C
Every 5 races/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
7
Kick starter lever
C
Pre-race
Grease the kick starter lever pivot.
8
Starter/idle adjuster
shaft
A
Pre-race
Lightly oil the plunger shaft.
9
Drive chain
B
Pre-race and between
every race
Keep chain thoroughly lobed at all
times. Always check wear
and align-
ment.
0
Cushion lever dust
seals
A
Pre-race
Grease the seals.
A
Front and rear wheels
A
Pre-race
Grease the bearing and seals.
