Suzuki RM-Z250 - Front Fork; Rear Suspension; Wheels and Tires; Wheel Rim and Tires Inspection

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-33
FRONT FORK
• Move the front fork up and down several times and inspect for
smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
• Inspect the bolts and nuts for tightness.
• If any defects are found, replace the front fork with a new one.
• Place a stand under the chassis tube to lift the front wheel off
the ground.
• Remove the air bleed screw and equalize the air pressure in
the front forks to atmospheric pressure.
• Refit the air bleed screw.
REAR SUSPENSION
• Move the rear suspension up and down several times and
inspect for smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
• Inspect the bolts and nuts for tightness.
• Inspect that the rear suspension has play or binds by moving
the swingarm up and down, and right and left.
• Replace the defective parts with a new one if necessary.
WHEELS AND TIRES
WHEEL RIM AND TIRES INSPECTION
• Inspect the wheel and tires for damage.
• Inspect the wheel bearing for rattles. (!15-4)
• Inspect the wheel rim runout. (!15-4)
• Replace the defective parts with a new one if necessary.