Honda CB1000 Super Four (Project Big-1) 1997 Maintenance Schedule
The 1997 Honda CB1000 Super Four (Project Big-1) maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for air filter, drive chain maintenance, general maintenance, brake fluid, tires, battery, oil, spark plugs and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Japan - Motopub HMJ) (Owners Manual) (this document covers model years 1994–1997): 2rom-prd-data.hondamotopub.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 20,000 km | Easy | Replace the viscous paper-oil air cleaner element |
| Drive chain lubrication and cleaning | Every 6 months | Easy | Clean and lubricate the drive chain |
| Clutch lever play and action inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check clutch lever free play and smooth, slip-free engagement, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Brake lever/pedal play inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check front brake lever and rear brake pedal free play against spec, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6 months | Moderate | Check front and rear brake fluid reservoir levels, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Remove brake caliper cover and check that the wear-limit groove is still visible on front and rear pads; replace both pads on a wheel together if the groove has disappeared, as part of Honda's recommended (beyond legally-mandated) 6-month inspection items |
| Brake hose/pipe leak and attachment inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check brake hoses/pipes for leaks, damage, and secure attachment, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Wheel and tire pressure/fastener inspection | Every 6 months | Moderate | Check tire pressure and wheel bolt/nut tightness, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Tire tread depth inspection | Every 6 months | Moderate | Check tread depth via the wear indicator (slip sign); replace immediately if the indicator has appeared, or if center tread depth reaches the wear limit |
| Switch and lighting function inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check switches, headlight, tail/brake light, and turn signal operation, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Battery inspection | Every 6 months | Easy | Check sealed maintenance-free battery condition and terminal cleanliness, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Initial break-in inspection | See notes | Easy–Moderate | First scheduled inspection, performed at 1 month after starting use or at 1,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Engine oil change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Change engine oil (initial change at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km thereafter) |
| Engine oil condition and leak inspection | Every 6 months | Easy | Check for engine oil leaks and inspect oil for contamination/discoloration and correct level, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Spark plug condition inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Inspect spark plug condition (electrode wear, deposits, gap), as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Exhaust gas condition check | Every 6 months | Moderate | Check exhaust/idle gas condition, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant reservoir level is between UPPER and LOWER marks, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
| Drive chain slack inspection and adjustment | Every 6 months | Easy | Check drive chain slack and adjust if outside spec, as part of the 6-month/12-month legal periodic inspection |
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