Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-5
7
EAU42012
TIP
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid levels.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cyl- inders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in
Everyrace
Every
third race
Every
fifth race
As
required
23 *Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and adjust.√√ Tighten if necessary.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
√√ ∗
24 *Drive chain roller
and support guide Check for wear or damage.√ Replace if necessary.
25
*Rear suspension Check operation and tighten if
necessary.√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.√√
Check operation, free play, and tighten if necessary.√√
26 *
Steering head Clean and lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease.√
Replace bearings.√ Check tire air pressure, wheel runout, spokes for looseness, and tires for
wear.
√√
Tighten sprocket bolts if necessary.√√
27 *Tires and wheels
Check wheel bearings for looseness.√ Lubricate wheel bearings with
lithium-soap-based grease.√
Replace wheel bearings.√
28 *Moving parts and ca-
bles Lubricate.√√
29 *
Throttle grip Check operation.√√ Check throttle grip free play, and
adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.
After washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain.∗
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