Lubrication - Suzuki RM85 Owner's Service Manual

2-20 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION

Apply grease or oil to the moving parts to increase durability and prevent wear.
No. ITEM
Inner cable
1
ends, lever
Throttle grip,
2
throttle housing,
cable
Rear brake
3
pedal
Swingarm
4
Rear suspension
5
linkage pivot
points
Steering stem
6
bearings
7 Starter shaft
Drive chain
8
The following materials are necessary:
A. Lightweight oil such as WD-40 or penetrating oil.
B. Suzuki chain lube or an equivalent
C. 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.
Lubricating switches can damage the switches.
Do not apply grease and oil to the switches.
LUBRICANT FREQUENCY
Pre-race and between
A every race
Pre-race
A
Pre-race
C
Every 3 races/More often
C according to conditions
Every 3 races/More often
C according to conditions
Every 5 races/More often
C
according to conditions
A Pre-race
Pre-race and between
B every race
WARNING
COMMENTS
Run oil through cables until it exits the
lower end. Lube the cable ends where
they pivot.
Lightly oil the inside of throttle spool.
Keep free from dirt.
Grease the brake pedal pivot.
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Lightly oil the starter shaft.
Keep chain thoroughly lubed at all
times. Always check wear and align-
ment.