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INTRODUCTION/
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS
INSP
ADJ
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended inspection and adjustments.
These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable vehicle operation and a
longer service life. The need for costly overhaul work will be greatly reduced. This information applies to
vehicles already in service as well as new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians
should be familiar with this entire chapter.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS
EVERY
NO.
ITEM
CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
INITIAL
(1,000 km)
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)
12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
1
*
Fuel line
Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.
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2
*
Fuel filter
Check condition.
Replace if necessary.
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3
Spark plugs
Check condition.
Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
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4
*
Valves
Check valve clearance.
Adjust if necessary.
Every 42,000 km or 42 months
(whichever comes first)
5
Air filter
Clean or replace if necessary.
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6
Clutch
Check operation.
Adjust or replace cable.
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7
*
Front brake
Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
Correct accordingly.
Replace brake pads if necessary.
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8
*
Rear brake
Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
Correct accordingly.
Replace brake pads if necessary.
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9
*
Wheels
Check balance, runout and for damage.
Rebalance or replace if necessary.
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10 *
Tires
Check tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
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11
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Wheel bearings
Check bearing for looseness or damage.
Replace if necessary.
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12 *
Swingarm
Check swingram pivoting point for play.
Correct if necessary.
Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease every 24,000 km
or 24 months (whichever comes first).
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13
Drive chain
Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly
aligned.
Clean and lubricate.
Every 500 km and after washing the
motorcycle or riding in the rain
14 *
Steering bearings
Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
Correct accordingly.
Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
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15 *
Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tight ened.
Tighten if necessary.
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16
Sidestand
Check operation.
Lubricate and repair if necessary.
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17 *
Sidestand switch
Check operation.
Replace if necessary.
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18 *
Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.
Correct accordingly.
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19 *
Rear shock absorber
assembly
Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
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20 *
Rear shock absorber
assembly pivoting
points
Check operation.
Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease every 24,000 km
or 24 months (whichever comes first).
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