
FX 450
Library entry covers 2017-2024
Published source
Husqvarna 2022 FC 450 / FX 450 owner's manual (art. no. 3402535en), service schedule 9.2-9.3 pp.35-37 (ManualsLib viewer pp.37-39)
Factory owner's handbook. Covers Husqvarna 2022 owner's manual for the FC 450 and FX 450 (model year 2022 only).
104 items for a 2017 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, hydraulic
- 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
2017 Husqvarna FX 450
On the road: every 300 km
1 item-
Check engine oil levelPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
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 switchesPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
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Check tire pressuresPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
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Lubricate drive chainPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
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 levelPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
On the road: every 1,000 km
1 item-
Check chain slack and rear wheel alignmentPre-ride / on the roadGuideline
Every 1,600 km or 6 months
1 item-
Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codesWheels and tiresGuideline
Every 5,000 km or 12 months
10 items-
Check throttle cable(s) free play and returnFuel and airGuideline
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Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)Final driveGuideline
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.
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Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)Final driveGuideline
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Check steering head bearing adjustmentFront endGuideline
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Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork bootsFront endGuideline
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Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivotsRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Grease and check center / side stand and springsRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Check brake pads and discsBrakesGuideline
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Check spoke tension and wheel trueWheels and tiresGuideline
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Check wheel bearings for playWheels and tiresGuideline
Every 6,500 km or 12 months
1 item-
Inspect, clean and gap spark plugsEngineGuideline
Every 8,000 km or 12 months
2 items-
Change engine oilEngineGuideline
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.
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Replace oil filterEngineGuideline
Every 9,500 km or 12 months
7 items-
Inspect coolant hoses and clampsEngineGuideline
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Clean / inspect air filterFuel and airGuideline
Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
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Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-outIgnition and electricsGuideline
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Check swingarm bushes for playRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Inspect rear shocks for leaks and dampingRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Lubricate control cables and lever pivotsControls and cablesGuideline
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Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check driveControls and cablesGuideline
A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.
Every 16,000 km or 2 years
1 item-
Compression test (or leak-down)EngineGuideline
Every 19,500 km or 2 years
4 items-
Replace air filter elementFuel and airGuideline
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Synchronize throttle bodiesFuel and airGuideline
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Clean and grease rear suspension linkageRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Grease swingarm pivotRear suspension and frameGuideline
Every 24,000 km or 3 years
1 item-
Change fork oilFront endGuideline
Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.
Every 24,000 km or 4 years
1 item-
Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)EngineGuideline
Every 25,500 km or 4 years
1 item-
Replace spark plugsEngineGuideline
Every 29,000 km
1 item-
Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)Final driveGuideline
Every 32,000 km or 4 years
2 items-
Repack / replace steering head bearingsFront endGuideline
Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
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Repack / replace wheel bearingsWheels and tiresGuideline
Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.
Every 38,500 km or 4 years
1 item-
Replace fuel filterFuel and airGuideline
Every 40,000 km or 6 years
1 item-
Replace swingarm bushes / bearingsRear suspension and frameGuideline
Every 48,500 km or 6 years
1 item-
Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springsFront endGuideline
Every 10 h
38 items-
All moving parts (grease, check smooth operation)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Antifreeze and coolant level (check)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Engine oil and oil filter (change), oil screens (clean)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Fault memory (read with diagnostics tool)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Final check and test rideEngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Idle speed (check)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Rim runout (check)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Safety-relevant screws and nuts (check tightness)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Air filter and air filter box (clean)Fuel and airFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Fuel pressure (check)Fuel and airFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Fuel screen (change)Fuel and airFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Hoses and sleeves: fuel, cooling, bleeder, drain (check)Fuel and airFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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12 V battery (check, charge)Ignition and electricsFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Clutch (check)Primary and gearboxFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Hydraulic clutch fluid level (check, correct)Primary and gearboxFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Chain tension (check)Final driveFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket and chain guide (check)Final driveFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Fork (service), recommendedFront endFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): once after 10 hours. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Steering head bearing play (check)Front endFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Swingarm (link fork) (check)Front endFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Frame (check)Rear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Shock absorber heim joint play (check)Rear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Shock absorber linkage (check)Rear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Brake discs (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Brake lines (check damage and leaks)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Foot brake lever free travel (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Front brake fluid level (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Front brake linings (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Hand brake lever free travel (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Rear brake fluid level (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Rear brake linings (check)BrakesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Spoke tension (check)Wheels and tiresFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Tire condition (check)Wheels and tiresFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Tire pressure (check)Wheels and tiresFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Wheel bearing play (check)Wheels and tiresFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Wheel hubs (check)Wheels and tiresFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Cables (check damage and routing)Controls and cablesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Throttle cables (check condition, routing, adjustment)Controls and cablesFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): once after 1 hour, then every 10 hours and after every race. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
Every 20 h
3 items-
Main muffler glass fiber packing (change)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 20 hours. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Shock absorber (service), recommendedRear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): once after 20 hours. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Swingarm bearing play (check)Rear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): every 20 hours. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
Every 30 h
1 item-
Valve clearance (check)EngineFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.35): once after 1 hour, then every 30 hours. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
Every 40 h
2 items-
Fork (service)Front endFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 40 hours. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
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Shock absorber (service)Rear suspension and frameFactory
Factory: Required work 9.2 (p.36): every 40 hours. Required work columns: after 1 operating hour; every 10, 20, 30 and 40 operating hours; after every race. Open circle = one-time interval; filled dot = periodic interval. Local intervals may differ; the current schedule is on Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealer.net.
Every 50 h
1 item-
Minor engine service (spark plug and connector, piston, cylinder, head, camshaft, rocker arms, timing assembly)Ignition and electricsFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 50 hours. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
Every 100 h
2 items-
Fuel filter (change)Fuel and airFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 100 hours. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Major engine service (valves and springs, conrod and crank pin, transmission, oil pumps, timing chain, all engine bearings, main bearing seals)Final driveFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.37): every 100 hours. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
Every 6 months
1 item-
Clean battery terminals, check charge and strapIgnition and electricsGuideline
Every 12 months
4 items-
Hydraulic clutch fluid (change)Primary and gearboxFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 12 months. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Steering head bearing (lubricate)Front endFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 12 months. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Front brake fluid (change)BrakesFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 12 months. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Rear brake fluid (change)BrakesFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 12 months. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
Every 2 years
5 items-
Replace coolantEngineGuideline
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Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground pointsIgnition and electricsGuideline
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Replace hydraulic clutch fluidPrimary and gearboxGuideline
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Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracksRear suspension and frameGuideline
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Replace brake fluidBrakesGuideline
Every 4 years
4 items-
Coolant (change)EngineFactory
Factory: Recommended work 9.3 (p.36): every 48 months. Recommended work columns: after 10 operating hours; after 20 operating hours; every 50 and 100 operating hours; every 12 months; every 48 months.
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Replace fuel linesFuel and airGuideline
Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
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Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubberBrakesGuideline
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Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)BrakesGuideline
Every 6 years
2 items-
Replace inner tubes and rim tape with tiresWheels and tiresGuideline
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Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)Wheels and tiresGuideline
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.
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