Suzuki B-King 2011 Maintenance Schedule
The 2011 Suzuki B-King maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for valve clearance, brake fluid, air filter, general maintenance, spark plugs, oil, coolant, drive chain maintenance and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from Suzuki GSX1300BK B-King Service Manual (ManualsLib doc #829965), Periodic Maintenance Schedule Chart pages 0B-1/0B-2 (viewer pages 31-32) (this document covers model years 2008–2012): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km (first at 24,000 km) | Advanced | Inspect valve clearance. |
| Clutch fluid replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect hydraulic clutch fluid level; replace fluid every 2 years. |
| Air cleaner element | Replace every 18,000 km | Easy | Inspect and clean air cleaner element; replace as scheduled. |
| Exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts torque check | See notes | Easy | Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts to spec. |
| Exhaust control valve inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect exhaust control valve operation. |
| Spark plug inspection/replacement | Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Inspect spark plugs; replace at specified interval. |
| Fuel line inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect fuel line for cracks, damage, or leaks. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| Engine oil filter replacement | Replace every 18,000 km · Replace every 36 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter element. |
| Throttle cable play inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect and adjust throttle cable play. |
| Throttle valve synchronization inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect and adjust throttle valve synchronization. |
| Evaporative emission control system inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system (E-33/California-spec models only). |
| PAIR (air supply) system inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect PAIR (Pulsed-air Injection) air supply system. |
| Engine coolant replacement | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Replace engine coolant every 2 years. |
| Radiator hose inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect radiator hoses for cracks, damage, or leaks. |
| Clutch hose inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect clutch hose for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Drive chain inspection, adjustment and lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect, adjust and lubricate drive chain. |
| Brakes inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect brake system (pads, discs, operation). |
| Brake fluid inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid level and condition; replace every 2 years. |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect brake hose for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Tire inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect tire tread depth, pressure, and condition. |
| Steering inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect steering for smooth operation and play. |
| Front fork inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect front fork for smooth operation and leaks. |
| Rear suspension inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect rear suspension for smooth operation and leaks. |
| Chassis bolts and nuts torque check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Tighten chassis bolts and nuts to spec. |
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