Suzuki RM-Z450 - Page 63

6-4
MAINTENANCE CHART
It is very important to inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Fol-
low the guideline in the chart. The life of parts varies depending on the
riding conditions. Perform more often than shown in the chart if you use
the motorcycle under severe conditions.
Interval
races
Every
race
Every
3 races
Every
6 races
Remarks
Service Item
hours
Every
2 hours
Every
6 hours
Every
12 hours
Spark plug ( 6-17) I – –
Air cleaner ( 6-14) C – –
Replace air cleaner element
as necessary.
Engine oil ( 6-18) – R –
Change after 1st initial
break-in.
Engine oil filter ( 6-19) – – R
Oil strainers ( 6-22) – I –
Inspect after 1st initial
break-in.
Cooling-system I – –
Replace radiator hose and
engine coolant every year.
Flushing for overhaul or
storage.
Clutch I – –
Replace clutch plates as
necessary.
Throttle cable and clutch cable
( 6-27, 6-28)
I & L – –
Throttle body I – –
Throttle position sensor I – –
Crankcase breather hose I – –
Fuel hose ( 6-28) I – – Replace every 4 years.
Valve clearance – – I
Piston – – R
Piston ring – – R
Cylinder head, cylinder – – I
Muffler I – –
Silencer I – R Replace after race in sand.
Kick starter lever I & L – –
Drive chain ( 6-29) I & L R –
Adjust slack every 30
minutes.
Crankcase driveshaft oil seal I – –
Inspect the oil seal
frequently for abnormality
(dust, stone or foreign
materials). If necessary,
replace it with a new one.