Suzuki RM250 - Chassis Troubleshooting Guide

TROUBLESHOOTING 3-5
CHASSIS
* An optional spring is available at your SUZUKI dealer.
Complaint Possible Cause Remedy
Heavy handling Steering stem nut overtightened
Steering head bearings damaged or rusted
Steering stem distortion
Adjust
Replace
Replace
Front wheel wobbling Loose spoke nipples
Wheel distortion
Front wheel bearing damage
Incorrect axle tightening torque
Adjust
Replace
Replace
Retighten
Rear wheel wobbling Loose spoke nipples
Wheel distortion
Rear wheel bearing damage
Swingarm pivot bearing damage
Incorrect axle tightening torque
Incorrect swingarm tightening torque
Adjust
Replace
Replace
Replace
Retighten
Retighten
Soft front suspension Weakened spring
Low oil level
Low fork oil viscosity
Damping force maladjustment
Damping valve malfunction
Standard spring too soft
Replace
Replenish
Replace
Adjust
Replace
* Use optional
spring.
Hard front suspension High fork oil level
High fork oil viscosity
Damping force maladjustment
Damping valve malfunction
Inner tube distortion
Standard spring too hard
Adjust
Replace
Adjust
Replace
Replace
* Use optional
spring.
Soft rear suspension Weakened spring
Damping force maladjustment
Low gas pressure
Standard spring too soft
Replace
Adjust
Adjust
* Use optional
spring.
Hard rear suspension Damping force maladjustment
Damper rod distortion
Rear suspension pivoting portion out of grease
Standard spring too hard
Adjust
Replace
Lubricate
* Use optional
spring.
Poor braking Brake pads worn
Improper air bleeding
Dirty pads and disc
Brake fluid leak
Replace
Bleed air
Clean
Repair
Brake noise Brake pads worn
Brake disc worn
Dirty brake pads and disc
Replace
Replace
Clean