MAJOR R-bike service (every 10,000mi/16,000km) includes:
- change engine oil and oil filter
- check transmission, driveshaft and bevel drive lubricant levels; top-up/replace if necessary
- change fork oil
- lubricate all grease points
- clean air filter; replace if necessary
- clean fuel tap filters; replace if necessary
- check battery level; clean and tighten connections
- clean and gap spark plugs; replace if necessary
- clean and gap ignition points; replace points/condenser if necessary
- check tightness of: (engine mountcentre stand retaining bolts, side stand bolts, upper and lower rear shock bolts, rear sub-frame bolts, carburetor intake hose connection)
- torque cylinder heads
- check and adjust valve clearances
- check and adjust ignition timing
- clean carburetor float bowls
- synchronize carburetors, adjust the fuel mixture and idle speed
- adjust clutch
- check brake fluid levels; clean system if necessary
- adjust brakes
- clean and lubricate brake linkages
- check operation of all controls, lights, switches and warning lights
- remove and re-install front and rear wheels; inspect bearings and seals, lubricate outer bearings, check preload
- lubricate drive splines
- check tire and wheels
- check steering head bearings and swing arm bearing play
- road test the motorcycle
Additional costs for required parts, shop supplies, levies and taxes