2-16 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
4
3
1
2
A
1
2
CLUTCH
Inspect initially at five hours of operation and every
30 hours thereafter.
Loosen the locknut 1 and turn the adjuster 2 fully in.
Loosen the locknut 3 and turn the adjuster 4 until the clutch
lever play A is within specification.
Clutch lever play A: 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in)
Tighten the locknuts.
DRIVE CHAIN
Clean, lubricate and inspect each time the motorcycle
is ridden.
With the transmission in neutral, support the motorcycle using a
jack or wooden block and turn the rear wheel slowly by hand.
Visually inspect the drive chain for the possible damages listed
below.
Loose pins Twisted or seized links
Damaged rollers Kinked or binding links
Rusted links Excessive wear
Missing O-ring seals
If any damages are found, replace the drive chain with a new
one.
The standard drive chain is RK520KZO. SUZUKI rec-
ommends to use this standard drive chain as a replace-
ment.
NOTE:
When replacing the drive chain, replace the drive chain and
sprockets as a set.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
Remove the cotter pin. (E-03, 28)
Remove the rear axle nut 1.
Tense the drive chain fully by turning both drive chain adjust-
ers 2.