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TM Racing · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke single, dry sump, separate gearbox oil, chain drive

MX 450

Library entry covers 2004-2025

39 factory 53 guideline

Published source

TM Racing 4 Strokes Use and Maintenance Manual, maintenance schedule 4.1 for 450Fi MX/SMX (ManualsLib viewer p.46)

Factory source. Covers TM Racing 4 Strokes Use and Maintenance Manual (English; edition year not printed on the cover page); table covers 450Fi MX/SMX and 530F MX/SMX; other years not compared.

92 items for a 2004 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
Dry sump (separate oil tank)
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
Separate gearbox 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
Maintenance schedule

2004 TM Racing MX 450

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 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

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 6,500 km or 12 months

1 item
  • Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs
    Engine
    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 16,000 km or 2 years

2 items
  • Compression test (or leak-down)
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Change gearbox oil
    Primary and gearbox
    Guideline

Every 19,500 km 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 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 24,000 km or 4 years

1 item
  • Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)
    Engine
    Guideline

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 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item
  • Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs
    Front end
    Guideline

Every 10 h

29 items
  • Cooling system seal and coolant level (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Drain screw magnet (clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours; also marked in the 75-hour column. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Engine mounting screws (check tightness)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Engine oil and cartridge oil filter (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Exhaust system seal and fastenings (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Rubber hoses condition and routing without kinks (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Throttle body coupler and filter housing condition and seal (check; 450Fi)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Air filter and housing (clean)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Fuel pressure (check; 450Fi)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Battery (check and charge; electric-start models only)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Battery connections (grease with contact grease; electric-start models only)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Electrical contacts and switches (treat with contact spray)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Hydraulic clutch fluid level (check)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Chain, master link, sprockets and guides (check wear); chain tension (check)
    Final drive
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Chassis screws: fork plates, fork feet, wheel pin screws and nuts, swing arm pin, shock absorber (check tightness)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Fork and shock absorber seal and operation (check)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Fork dust seals (clean)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Steering bearings and play adjustment (check)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Telescopic fork (bleed)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Frame and swing arm (check)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Brake fluid level, pad thickness, front and rear discs (check)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Brake pipes condition and seal (check)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Front brake lever and rear brake pedal operation, adjustment and free play (check)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Tire condition and pressure (check)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Wheel bearing play (check)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Wheel hubs, spoke tension and rim centering (check)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Control cables: condition, smoothness, routing, adjustment and lubrication (check)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Moving parts such as levers (lubricate and check movement)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 10 hours (after each race). Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Throttle cable play and idle speed (check and adjust)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): after the first hour, then every 10 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 20 h

2 items
  • Muffler sound-deadening material (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 20 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Swing arm bearings (check)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 20 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 30 h

3 items
  • Valve clearance (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 30 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Fork (full maintenance)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 30 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Shock absorber (full maintenance)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 30 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 50 h

1 item
  • Timing chain (check)
    Final drive
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 50 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 75 h

1 item
  • Spark plug (replace) and plug cap (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every 75 hours. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 6 months

1 item
  • Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline

Every 12 months

3 items
  • Hydraulic clutch fluid (replace)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every year. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Steering bearings and sealing elements (clean and grease)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every year. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

  • Brake fluid (replace)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance schedule 4.1, 450Fi MX/SMX - 530F MX/SMX table (manual p.46, ManualsLib viewer p.46): every year. Columns as printed: after 1 hour, every 10 hours (after each race), every 20, 30, 40, 50 and 75 hours, every year. Rows for the carbureted 450F/530F only (carburetor sleeve, carburetor cleaning, manual decompressor) are left out because the catalog row is the fuel-injected model. Rows printed with no marks (rear suspension linkage screws, chain lubrication, brake system screws, bleeder hoses, oil mesh filter) are left out.

Every 2 years

5 items
  • Replace coolant
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline
  • Replace hydraulic clutch fluid
    Primary and gearbox
    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.

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