Suzuki RM85L - Front and Rear Suspension Inspection

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-17
NOTE:
* Pump the brake lever/pedal several times to restore the brake
pads after replacing the brake pads.
* Replace both right and left pads together when replacing the
brake pads.
FRONT BRAKE LEVER ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the brake lever play as follows:
• Loosen lock-nut 1.
• Turn in or out adjuster 2 to obtain the specified play.
 Brake lever play: 5 – 20 mm (0.20 – 0.79 in)
• Tighten the lock-nut 1.
BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the rear brake pedal height as follows:
• Loosen lock-nut 1.
• Adjust the brake pedal height by turning the adjuster 2 to
locate the pedal 0 – 10 mm (0 – 0.4 in) below the top face of
the footrest.
• Tighten lock-nut 1 .
 Rear master cylinder rod lock-nut:
18 N·m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 lb-ft)
FRONT FORK
• Move the front fork up and down several times and inspect for
smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
• 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. (4-8)
• Refit the air bleed screw.
• Inspect the bolts and nuts for tightness.
Wear limit
CAUTION
Brake lever play less than 5 mm (0.20 in) can cause
brake dragging.
Do not adjust the brake lever play less than 5 mm (0.20
in).
5 – 20 mm
(0.20 – 0.79 in)
0 – 10 mm
(0 – 0.4 in)