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Beta · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, chain drive

RR 350

Library entry covers 2011-2025

41 factory 52 guideline

Published source

Beta RR 350 Owner's Manual, scheduled maintenance pp.56-57 (ManualsLib viewer pp.56-57)

Factory source. Covers Beta RR 350 owner's manual (ManualsLib title); the table has rows for the 350 and the 400-450-498 and covers a carbureted engine; no year printed on the pages read; later fuel-injected years not compared.

93 items for a 2023 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, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
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, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Spoked, tubed
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2023 Beta RR 350

On the road: every 200 mi

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 300 mi

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 500 mi

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 600 mi

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,000 mi or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 3,000 mi 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 4,000 mi 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 5,000 mi 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 6,000 mi 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 mi or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi or 2 years

4 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi 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 15,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

Every 16,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 18,000 mi

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 20,000 mi 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 24,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 30 h

29 items

Bolts (tighten)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): T at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Breather pipe (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Cooling system tightness and coolant level (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Exhaust manifold tightness (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Paper oil filter (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Spark plug cap (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): P at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Valve clearance (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Valves, 350 (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90, 120 and 150 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Wire mesh oil filter (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): P at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Airbox and air filter (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): P at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Carburetor tightness and idle setting (check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Fuel pipe and breather pipe (check)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Clutch hub and basket wear (check)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Clutch pump fluid level (check)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Gear and clutch oil (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Chain, rear sprocket and pinion (check)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Fork dust seals (clean)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): P at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Shock absorber and fork tightness (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Steering bearings (check)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Brake disc thickness and pipe tightness (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Brake fluid level and pad thickness (check)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Tires, wear and pressure (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Wheel bearing clearance (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Wheel spokes and rim runout (check)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Controls sliding and adjustment (check)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Engine clamping screws, kick start and gear lever screws (check)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Lever free travel and controls (check)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours and every 30 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Oil pump control gears (check)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90 hours and every 30 hours after. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.

Every 60 h

1 item

Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 3 hours; S at 60, 120 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.

Every 90 h

9 items

Connecting rod (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Countershaft and crankshaft bearings (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Cylinder and cam surfaces (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Piston and rings (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Valve guide wear (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Water pump seals (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Clutch discs and springs (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 30, 60, 120 and 150 hours; S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Gearbox bearing, crankcase side (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Gearbox surfaces (check)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90 and 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.

Every 180 h

2 items

Valve springs (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): C at 90 hours; S at 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.
Valves, 350 (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Scheduled maintenance (owner's manual pp.56-57): S at 180 hours. Columns as printed: end of running-in (3 hours), coupons 1 to 6 at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 hours; intervals are for standard competition use. Key: C check (clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary), S replace, R adjust, P clean, T tighten.

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.