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

DR 350

Library entry covers 1990-2000

26 factory 50 guideline

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Suzuki DR350 service manual (with '93 and '97 supplements), periodic maintenance chart printed p.2-1 (ManualsLib 1257181 p.14)

Factory service manual. Covers Suzuki DR350 service manual with supplements for the '93 (P/SP) and '97 (V/SEV) models.

76 items for a 1996 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: Air / oil 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

1996 Suzuki DR 350

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 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,600 km or 1 month

1 item

Check battery electrolyte, top up with distilled water

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Wet-cell batteries on old machines need regular topping up, more in hot weather.

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

13 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
Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

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.
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 6,500 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 9,500 km or 12 months

5 items

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 9,500 km or 2 years

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline

Every 13,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

2 items

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline
Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

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

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 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 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 30 h

12 items

Chassis bolts and nuts (tighten)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Cylinder head bolts and nuts, cylinder nuts, exhaust pipe bolts and muffler connections (tighten)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Engine oil hoses (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Spark arrester (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. C every 30 hours.
Spark plug (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. I at 30 hours.
Carburetor (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Fuel line (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Clutch (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Brake fluid (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Brake hoses (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
Brakes (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.
De-compression lever (inspect)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 30 hours.

Every 60 h

7 items

Engine oil and oil filter (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.
Engine oil strainer (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.
Rear suspension (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.
Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. R every 60 hours.
Valve clearance (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.
Front fork (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.
Steering (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. At the initial 5 hours, then every 60 hours.

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 12 months

1 item

Check speedometer / odometer against a known distance

Controls and cables

Guideline

Old speedos drift with tire size and drive wear. Use phone GPS over a measured 10 miles / km.

Every 2 years

4 items

Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Brake fluid (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Replace every 2 years.
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 4 years

5 items

Fuel line (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Replace every 4 years.
Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Brake hoses (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Replace every 4 years.
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

No interval set

4 items

Air cleaner (inspect, clean as necessary)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Inspect each time the motorcycle is ridden and clean as necessary.
Drive chain (clean, lubricate, inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Clean, lubricate and inspect each time the motorcycle is ridden.
Spoke nipples (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Each time the motorcycle is ridden.
Tires (inspect pressure and damage)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance chart (Suzuki DR350 service manual, printed p.2-1; intervals in riding hours: initial 5 hours, every 30 hours, every 60 hours). Codes: I inspect and adjust, clean, lubricate or replace as necessary; R replace; T tighten; C clean. More frequent servicing for severe use. This base chart is hour-based; the manual's supplements cover the '93 and '97 models and DR350S data. Each time the motorcycle is ridden.

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.