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Benelli · Overhead-cam four-stroke single, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, chain drive

TRK 251

Library entry covers 2018-2025

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Published source

Benelli TRK 251 Owner's Manual (2019), periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143)

Factory source. Covers Benelli TRK 251 owner's manual, file stamp USOeMANUTENZIONE_TRK251_2019 (2019 edition); other years of the 2018-2025 row not compared.

100 items for a 2019 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, screw/locknut adjusters
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Chain
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, twin shocks
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Spoked, tubed
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2019 Benelli TRK 251

On the road: every 300 km

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

3 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Lubricate drive chain

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Lube warm, ideally at the end of the riding day so it soaks in overnight. Sooner after rain.

On the road: every 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 500 km

2 items

Engine oil level (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 500 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Drive chain (clean and grease)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 500 km, after every wash, and after riding in rain. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 3,000 km or 12 months

19 items

Chassis nuts, bolts and screws (tighten)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Coolant level (check and top up)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Cooling system level and leaks (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km (4,000, 7,000, 10,000, 13,000 km) and at the annual inspection. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Front sprocket and clamping washer (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km (4,000, 7,000, 10,000, 13,000 km) and at the annual inspection; replace together with the chain. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Front suspension (check operation and leaks)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Rear sprocket (check and lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km (4,000, 7,000, 10,000, 13,000 km) and at the annual inspection; replace together with the chain. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Spark plug (check, clean, set gap)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 4,000 and 10,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Electronic fuel injection: idle and synchronization (check and adjust)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Battery connections (check)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Electrical system, ignition switch and electric fans (check operation)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Clutch control (check and adjust)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Drive chain (measure tension, check alignment)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km (4,000, 7,000, 10,000, 13,000 km) and at the annual inspection. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Steering ring nut and sleeve (check and tighten)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Brake and clutch fluid (check and top up)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Brake and clutch hoses (check for faults and leaks)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Front and rear brakes: fluid gauge and leaks (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Moving parts and cables (check; replace if damaged)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Throttle grip and cable (check, adjust free play, lubricate housing and cable)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at pre-delivery, 1,000 km, every 3,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 3,000 km

13 items

Catalytic converter and canister (USA) (check for faults and leaks)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000, 4,000, 7,000 and 10,000 km; marked R at 13,000 km; no maintenance required, replace on malfunction. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Oil filter (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Oil intake filter (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 3,000 km from 4,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Throttle body (check and adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Air filter (check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 4,000 and 10,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fuel circuit hoses (check for faults and leaks)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 3,000 km from 4,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fuel filter (check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 4,000 and 7,000 km, then 13,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Oil sump screws and clutch cover screws (check tightening)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Swingarm chain slide and chain guide slide (check; replace if worn to the limit)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fork bearings (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 4,000, 7,000 and 10,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Steering bearings (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 7,000, 10,000 and 13,000 km; the chart also reads every 16,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Swingarm (check operation and play; lubricate)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 3,000 km from 4,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Brake pads (check; replace if worn to the limit)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 1,000 km, then every 3,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

10 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Guideline

Non O-ring chains on old machines: remove, clean, soak in hot chain grease or lube, refit with the master link clip closed end leading.
Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline
Check spoke tension and wheel true

Wheels and tires

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 6,000 km

3 items

Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 7,000 and 13,000 km (every 6,000 km). Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Air filter (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 7,000 and 13,000 km (every 6,000 km). Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Wheel bearings front and rear (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at 7,000 and 13,000 km (every 6,000 km). Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.
Replace oil filter

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 10,000 km

3 items

Front suspension oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at the 10,000 km service. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fuel / CO (check and adjust)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 10,000 km; marked at 7,000 and 13,000 km and annually. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fuel filter (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at the 10,000 km service. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 13,000 km or 2 years

3 items

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline
Coolant (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 2 years or 13,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Brake and clutch fluid (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at the 13,000 km service; replace anyway every 2 years. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 13,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Fuel circuit hoses (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at the 13,000 km service; replace anyway every 3 years. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 13,000 km

3 items

Valve clearance (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): at the 13,000 km service. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Timing chain (replace)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): marked R at the 13,000 km service. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Fork bearings (replace)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): marked R at 13,000 km; the chart also reads every 22,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

3 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 25,000 km

2 items

Valve clearance (adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 25,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.
Timing chain slides and tensioner (replace)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every time the timing chain is changed, and in any case every 25,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 29,000 km

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 40,000 km

1 item

Wheel bearings front and rear (replace)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance and adjustment chart (manual pp.6-3 to 6-8, ManualsLib.mx viewer pp.138-143): every 40,000 km. Columns as printed: pre-delivery (0 km), 1st service 1,000 km, 2nd 4,000 km, 3rd 7,000 km, 4th 10,000 km, 5th 13,000 km, annual inspection. Codes: I check; R replace; T tighten. In this edition page 6-6 repeats items 11-19 and items 31-39 are not printed.

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

4 items

Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 4 years

3 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Guideline
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

2 items

Replace inner tubes and rim tape with tires

Wheels and tires

Guideline
Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.