Periodic Maintenance - Suzuki RM85 Owner's Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION BEFORE PRACTICE
WHAT TO CHECK
Spark plug
Air cleaner element
Transmission oil
Engine coolant
Cooling system
Clutch
Throttle
Brake fluid
Brakes
Drive chain
Drive chain guide/buffer
Suspension
Wheels
Tires
Steering
Exhaust pipe
Bolts and nuts
INSPECTION BEFORE RACE
WHAT TO CHECK
All items of inspection
before practice above plus.
Air cleaner
Clutch
Brake pads
Sprockets
Fuel tank
Fuel hose
Exhaust pipe
Piston and Cylinder
Front fork
CHECK FOR
• Heat range, fouled electrode, tightness
• Loose high-tension cord
Lubrication
Oil level
Engine coolant level
• Radiator hose damage
• Engine coolant leak
• Play
• Smooth operation
• Play
• Smooth operation
Fluid level
• Brake lever position brake pedal height
• Brake lever/pedal play
• Operation
Slack, lubrication, chain joint clip condition
Wear, damage
• Smooth operation
• Front fork air pressure
• Spoke tension
• Rim lock tightness
Tire pressure
Smoothness, play
Firm fixation
Tightening torque
CHECK FOR
Cleanliness
Clutch disc plates wear and distortion
Wear
Wear
• Leakage
• Fuel filter clogging
Damage
Damage
• Combustion chamber carbon deposit
• Piston head carbon deposit
• Piston and cylinder wear
• Smooth operation
• Front fork air pressure