Suzuki Intruder 800 / VS800 2000 Maintenance Schedule
The 2000 Suzuki Intruder 800 / VS800 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for valve clearance, battery, air filter, spark plugs, oil, general maintenance, brake fluid, coolant and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from Suzuki Intruder VS800 Service Manual (ManualsLib doc #3837659), Periodic Maintenance Schedule/Chart page 15 ("2-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP PROCEDURES") (this document covers model years 2000–2004): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect valve clearance. |
| Battery (specific gravity of electrolyte) inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect battery electrolyte specific gravity and condition. |
| Air cleaner element cleaning | Every 6,000 km · Replace every 12,000 km | Easy | Clean air cleaner element; replace at specified interval. |
| Spark plug inspection/replacement | Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Clean spark plugs; replace at specified interval. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter together. |
| Carburetor inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect and adjust carburetor. |
| Fuel lines and vapor hoses inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect fuel lines and vapor hoses for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Clutch hoses inspection | Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect clutch hoses for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Clutch fluid replacement | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace hydraulic clutch fluid every 2 years. |
| Radiator hoses inspection | Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect radiator hoses for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 6,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Replace engine coolant every 2 years. |
| Final gear oil change | See notes | Moderate | Replace final gear (bevel gear case) oil; inspect level thereafter. |
| Brake hoses inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect brake hoses for cracks, damage, or leaks; replace every 4 years. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 6,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace brake fluid every 2 years. |
| Brakes inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect brake system (pads, discs, operation). |
| Tire inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect tire tread depth, pressure, and condition. |
| Steering stem inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect steering stem for smooth operation and play. |
| Front fork inspection | See notes | Moderate | Inspect front fork 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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