Honda RC51/VTR1000 SP-2 2002 Maintenance Schedule
The 2002 Honda RC51/VTR1000 SP-2 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for coolant, general maintenance, oil, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid, tires, air filter, spark plugs and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Owners Manual) (this document covers model years 2002–2010): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling System | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect cooling system hoses and connections. |
| Secondary Air Supply System | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect secondary air supply system. |
| Side Stand | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect side stand and side stand switch function. |
| Steering Head Bearings | Every 8,000 mi | Advanced | Inspect steering head bearings for looseness/roughness. |
| Fuel Line | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect fuel line and connections for leaks, cracks, or deterioration. |
| Throttle Operation | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect throttle operation and freeplay. |
| Engine Oil Filter | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Engine Idle Speed | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and adjust engine idle speed. |
| Radiator Coolant | Every 8,000 mi · Replace every 24,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Inspect coolant level/condition; replace radiator coolant. |
| Evaporative Emission Control System | Every 12,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system. |
| Drive Chain | Every 500 mi | Easy | Inspect, lubricate, and adjust drive chain. |
| Brake Fluid | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 12,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid level/condition; replace brake fluid. |
| Brake Pad Wear | Every 4,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect front and rear brake pad wear. |
| Brake System | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect brake system (lines, lever/pedal, master cylinder, calipers). |
| Brake Light Switch | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Clutch System | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect clutch system operation. |
| Clutch Fluid | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 12,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect clutch fluid level/condition; replace clutch fluid. |
| Suspension | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and tighten nuts, bolts, and fasteners. |
| Wheels/Tires | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect wheels and tires for damage and wear. |
| Choke Operation | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect choke (fast-idle) operation. |
| Air Cleaner | Every 12,000 mi | Easy | Inspect/clean air cleaner element. |
| Crankcase Breather | Every 4,000 mi | Easy | Clean crankcase breather. |
| Spark Plugs | Every 16,000 mi · Replace every 32,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect/replace spark plugs. |
| Valve Clearance | Every 16,000 mi | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Engine Oil | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| Headlight Aim | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and adjust headlight aim. |
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