Dilemna with my bikes first service

[Str8 Jacket]

I'm probably just being an over-paranoid female here. But I bought my bike brand new, in the manual it states that it's first service should be @ 800 k's. However most people (including the shop I bought it from) say it should go in @ 1000 k's. Then there are the few people that tell me that I chould take it in @ 800 like the manual say's or I may not be eligible for the warranty.
Can anyone please tell me if this is true or not, my bikes @ 700 k's now. Or am I really just being paranoid?!

[WRT]

I'd probably take it in at 800k just quietly, what's 200k's between friends? Its only a tank of gas away . . .

Plus then you are secure in the knowledge that your bike is in top nick, and ready for you to get into some serious riding ;)

[Beemer]

Most bikes have their first service at 1000kms so 800 is a little unusual. If the shop you bought it off says 1000, I don't think you'd encounter any problems - after all, it's not like people take their bike in when it has done EXACTLY 1000 - some have done a bit more, some a bit less. If you're still not convinced, get them to sign something saying they recommended it be serviced at 1000 rather than 800.

[Sniper]

Do what the manual says. Japanese people dont have small hands for nothing

[Str8 Jacket]

LOL!!! Can anyone see why im soo confused now!

[Str8 Jacket]

Do what the manual says. Japanese people dont have small hands for nothing

The manual states 800 . . .

[Sniper]

Do wha I say dammit or the evil Leprechaun of Gre wil sodimize you in your sleep. LOL

Just kidding, just do what the manual says

[Str8 Jacket]

Do wha I say dammit or the evil Leprechaun of Gre wil sodimize you in your sleep. LOL


:rofl: Not helpful in the slightes - but damn funny! :devil2:

[Groins_NZ]

I don't think the 200Kms difference matters too much. Sometimes I've taken my bike in for it's due service 200/300Km before the actual service is due - would be unrealistic to get it in for a service exactly on 800Km, or any specified mileage.

What I'm trying to say is, it won't hurt the bike either way - although I wouldn't want to go to much over 1000Kms for the first service as this is properly the most important.

If the mechanic signs your warranty book for the serivce at 1000Km then you don't have to worry about that side of things either.

[crashe]

split the difference do it on 900kms. :rofl: :rofl:

Seriously if the manual states 800km then do it at 800kms.
Book it in when you are close to the 800km mark....
then if you are slightly over its ok.

[vifferman]

The first service has two main purposes: firstly, the first load of oil is changed, and this is usually full of all the metal filings and stuff, so the sooner you get rid of it, the better. Often this is changed at less than 800km (like 600, f'rinstance). Secondly, it's a chance for the shop to check that nothing's come loose, broken, failed, etc., as this is most likely to happen when the bike is new.

While it won't hurt the bike to wait for 1000km, for the purpose of the warranty, getting rid of any swarf/filings in the crankcase, and your own well-being, don't put it off too long. It is unlikely to invalidate the warranty, but is better to get it done. After that, it's less critical.

[MOTOXXX]

i think that you should take it in at 800. if you ride it over 800kms and something goes wrong you may void the warrenty but dont quote me on that

you have to get it done sooner or latter. if in doubt ring the bike shop up and ask

[Flyingpony]

Do it at 800km as manual states.
The oil is full of metal filings and you don't want that hanging around too long.

[unhingedlizard]

The other thing is that most motorcycle manufacturers us a very harsh grade of oil for the first period of a bikes life as it helps bed in all those moving parts. Leaving this oil in for an extended period, however, is not good. Book your bike in for when you think you will get to 800kms but dont worry if your a bit over.

[Jantar]

This 800 km or 1000 km confusion is quite common, and it depends a lot on which market the bike is destined for. Most Suzukis say that the first service is 500 miles (1000 km) or 3 months whichever comes first. Some just say 500 miles, some just say 800 km and some just say 1000 km. Its all a matter of rounding.

However 500 miles is 800 km. So anywhere between 800 km and 1000 km is fine. But try not to go much more than 1000 km if you can help it.

[Paul in NZ]

IMPORTANT!

You MUST take it in at 898 KM EXACTLY or your warranty will be void! This means you might have to carry it some of the way but it's better to be safe than sorry eh!

Nah! Stress less. Hit 800km and book it in. 100 km either way won't matter. It's already stuffed! :devil2: (pt)

Paul N

[Str8 Jacket]

IMPORTANT!

You MUST take it in at 898 KM EXACTLY or your warranty will be void! This means you might have to carry it some of the way but it's better to be safe than sorry eh!

Nah! Stress less. Hit 800km and book it in. 100 km either way won't matter. It's already stuffed! :devil2: (pt)

Paul N


:eek5: You almost had me going there! ;) Yea im thinking booking it in at around 900 k's

And I know that secretly you really do want a GN, don'tcha . . . :shake: :devil2:

[Paul in NZ]

:eek5: You almost had me going there! ;) Yea im thinking booking it in at around 900 k's

And I know that secretly you really do want a GN, don'tcha . . . :shake: :devil2:

I reckon they are seriously cool! Never go out of fashion! The VW of motorbikes!

[Str8 Jacket]

I reckon they are seriously cool! Never go out of fashion! The VW of motorbikes!

LOL!! You've made my day! :yes: Growing up I always wanted a VW, the old school type - don't like the new ones :oi-grr:

[inlinefour]

I'm probably just being an over-paranoid female here. But I bought my bike brand new, in the manual it states that it's first service should be @ 800 k's. However most people (including the shop I bought it from) say it should go in @ 1000 k's. Then there are the few people that tell me that I chould take it in @ 800 like the manual say's or I may not be eligible for the warranty.
Can anyone please tell me if this is true or not, my bikes @ 700 k's now. Or am I really just being paranoid?!

Tell the shop THEY WILL be doing the first service as per manual. Or do they think they are a bigger know it all than the manufacturer? :oi-grr:

[Beemer]

My wee Goose clicked over to 1000kms while I was out riding today - quite a memorable moment as I was frantically tooting to try and get this damned hawk off some roadkill right in front of me! So now it can go in for its first service and I can start thrashing it! :yes: