Suzuki DR-Z400SM 2010 Maintenance Schedule
The 2010 Suzuki DR-Z400SM maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, valve clearance, drive chain maintenance, spark plugs, brake fluid, air filter, general maintenance, coolant and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from ManualsLib (Suzuki DR-Z400SM Owner's Manual, Maintenance Chart page 7-4, site page 34) (this document covers model years 2005–2016): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil every 6000 km. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km (first at 24,000 km) | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Drive chain inspection & lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect drive chain; lubricate more frequently per separate note. |
| Spark plug inspection & replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Replace every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect spark plug; replace at specified interval. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid; replace every 2 years. |
| Air cleaner element cleaning/replacement | Replace every 18,000 km | Easy | Inspect/clean air cleaner element; replace at specified interval. |
| Exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts tightening | See notes | Easy | Tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts. |
| Spark arrester cleaning | See notes | Easy | Clean spark arrester. |
| Fuel line inspection | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Easy | Inspect fuel line; replace every 4 years. |
| Engine oil filter replacement | See notes | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Engine oil hoses inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect engine oil hoses for leaks/damage. |
| Engine coolant replacement | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace engine coolant every 2 years. |
| Radiator hose inspection | See notes | Easy | Inspect radiator hose for damage/leaks. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and adjust carburetor idle speed. |
| Throttle cable play inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect and adjust carburetor throttle cable play. |
| Clutch inspection | See notes | Easy | Inspect clutch play and operation. |
| Brake system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect brakes (pads, discs, lever/pedal operation). |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect brake hose; replace every 4 years. |
| Tire inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect tire tread depth, pressure and condition. |
| Spoke nipple inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect spoke nipple tightness. |
| Steering inspection | See notes | Easy | Inspect steering for smoothness and play. |
| Front fork inspection | See notes | Easy | Inspect front fork for smooth operation and leaks. |
| Rear suspension inspection | See notes | Easy | Inspect rear suspension for smooth operation and leaks. |
| Chassis nuts and bolts tightening | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Tighten chassis nuts and bolts. |
| Vapor hose inspection & replacement (California model only) | Every 12,000 km · Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect EVAP vapor hose; replace every 4 years. |
| Canister inspection (California model only) | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect EVAP canister. |
| PAIR (Air supply) system inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect PAIR air supply system. |
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