Suzuki Marauder VZ800 2002 Maintenance Schedule
The 2002 Suzuki Marauder VZ800 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for valve clearance, air filter, brake fluid, oil, general maintenance, spark plugs, coolant and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from ManualsLib (Suzuki VZ800 Service Manual, 454 pages, PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART page 18) (this document covers model years 2000–2004): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance on cold engine. |
| Air filter replacement | Every 6,000 km · Replace every 18,000 km | Easy | Inspect/clean air cleaner element every 6000 km and replace every 18000 km. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 6,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid level every 6000 km; replace fluid every 2 years. |
| Engine oil & filter change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil every 6000 km (first change at 1000 km). |
| Exhaust pipe and muffler bolt tightening | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check and tighten exhaust pipe bolts and muffler bolts. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 6,000 km · Replace every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect spark plugs every 6000 km and replace every 12000 km. |
| Fuel hose inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect fuel hose for cracks, damage, or leaks. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect and adjust engine idle speed. |
| Throttle cable play inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect and adjust throttle cable play. |
| Throttle valve (carburetor) synchronization | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect and adjust throttle valve (carburetor) synchronization. |
| Evaporative emission control system inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system (California model only). |
| PAIR (air supply) system inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect PAIR (pulse secondary air injection) 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 | Easy–Moderate | Inspect radiator hose for cracks, damage, or leaks. |
| Clutch inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect clutch operation and cable/lever play. |
| Final gear oil inspection/change | See notes | Moderate | Replace final gear (rear drive) oil at first service; inspect thereafter. |
| Brake system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect brakes (pads, operation, and wear). |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 6,000 km · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Inspect brake hose for cracks or damage; replace every 4 years. |
| Tire inspection | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Inspect tire tread depth, condition, and pressure. |
| Steering inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect steering head bearing play and smoothness. |
| Front fork inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect front fork for oil leakage and smooth operation. |
| Rear suspension inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect rear suspension for oil leakage and smooth operation. |
| Chassis bolt and nut tightening | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check and tighten chassis nuts and bolts. |
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