2-42 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Apply grease or oil to the moving parts to increase durability and prevent wear.
The following materials are necessary:
A. Lightweight oil such as WD-40 or penetrating oil
B. Aerosol type Chain Lube
C. SUZUKI SUPER GREASE “A” (or equivalent grease) or Water-proof wheel bearing grease
No. ITEM
LUBRICANT
FREQUENCY COMMENTS
1
Clutch inner cable,
lever
Hot starter inner
cable, lever
A
Pre-race and between
every race
Run oil through cables until it exits the
lower end. Lube the cable ends where
they pivot.
2
Throttle grip, throttle
housing, cable
APre-race
Lightly grease the inside of throttle
spool. Keep free from dirt.
3 Rear brake pedal C
Every 1 race/More often
according to conditions
Grease the brake pedal pivot.
4 Swingarm C
Every 3 races/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
5
Rear suspension
linkage pivot points
C
Every 1 race/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
Grease the seals.
6
Steering stem
bearings
C
Every 5 races/More often
according to conditions
Clean and pack the bearings.
Keep seals fresh.
7 Kick starter lever C Pre-race Grease the kick starter lever pivot.
8
Starter/idle adjuster
shaft
A Pre-race Lightly oil the plunger shaft.
9 Drive chain B
Pre-race and between
every race
Keep chain thoroughly lobed at all
times. Always check wear
and align-
ment.
0
Cushion lever dust
seals
A
Every 1 race/More often
according to conditions
Grease the seals.
A Front and rear wheels A
Every 1 race/More often
according to conditions
Grease the bearing and seals.