Suzuki Burgman 400 - Service manual > Steering System

Steering System Inspection

Inspect steering system
Initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 month) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter

Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of handlebars and safe running. Overtighten steering prevents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose steering will cause poor stability.

1) Check that there is no play in the steering stem while grasping the lower fork tubes by supporting the motorcycle so that the front wheel is off the ground, with the wheel straight ahead, and pull forward.

2) If play is found, read just the steering. Refer to "Steering Stem Bearing Removal and Installation".

Front Fork Inspection

Inspect front forks
Every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months)

Inspect the front forks for oil leakage, scoring or scratches on the outer surface of the inner tubes.

Replace any defective parts, if necessary. Refer to "Front Fork Disassembly and Assembly".

Rear Suspension Inspection

Inspect rear suspension
Every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months)

Inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leakage and mounting rubbers for wear and damage. Replace any defective parts, if necessary. Refer to "Rear Shock Absorber Inspection".

Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Mounting Inspection

Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts
Initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 month) and every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter

Check the exhaust pipe bolts, muffler bolts and nut to the specified torque.

Tightening torque
  Exhaust pipe bolt (a): 23 N*m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)
  Muffler mounting bolt (b): 23 N*m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)
  Muffler connecting bolt (c): 23 N*m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)

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