Suzuki GS850G Service Manual page 291

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: The periodic maintenance intervals and service requirements have been established in
accordance with EPA regulations. Following these instructions will ensure that the motorcycle will not
exceed emission standards and it will also enhance the reliability and performance of the motorcycle.
( More frequent servicing may be performed on motorcycles that
are
used under extreme severe
I
cornditions, however, it i s n o t necessary to ensure emission level compliance.
The chart below lists the recommended intervals for all the required periodic service work necessary to
keep the motorcycle operating a t peak performance and to maintain proper emission levels. Mileages are
xpressed
in terms of kilometers, miles and time for your convenience.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
3ner eler
THIS INTERVAL SHOULD B E JUDGED
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B Y ODOMETER READING OR
1000 6 0 0 0 12000 18000
24000
MONTHS WHICHEVER COMES FlRST
Month
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12 24 3.6
48
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Battery (specific
gravity of electrolyte}
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I I
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F
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Cylinder head nuts and exhaust
pipe
bolts
-
. -
T T T T T
Replace every two years
Engine oil and
oil;
filter
- R - - [ - ~
[--R;]
R
--
-
R
Engine idle speed
-
- - - -
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I
I
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Clutch
--
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I
I
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Change oil a t initial 600 miles ( 1 000 km)
Secondary and final gear oil
-
every
7 500 miles 412 000 km)
Brake
hose
Replace every t w o years
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Brake
I l
I I I
/
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Tires
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Steering stem
-
-
- -
I / I
I
I
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Chassis bolts and nuts
-
-
T I T
I
T
- -
Front forks
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Check air pressure every 6 months.
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NOTE: T
=
Tighten, I
=
Inspect, R
= Replace, C =
Clean
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