DIY: 600 Mile Service

noche_caliente · May 11th, 2009, 05:17 PM

I am attaching as a word doc file the DIY that I wrote for the 600-mile service. It isn't complete right now, as it still needs the pictures added in, but it has been raining here and I haven't had a chance to add them in. I can refer you to the appropriate pages in the service manual if you need to see the pics, and I will edit this post when I get the pictures added in

I would copy the text into the post, but it's long and would get broken up, and right now there are dynamic links contained within the document.

EDIT: Pics now included!

NJD022588 · May 11th, 2009, 05:41 PM

:

Just kidding!

Looks good!

Way better than spending a couple hundred at the dealer

Lars · May 11th, 2009, 06:02 PM

Looks great! Thanks!

py2e · May 11th, 2009, 08:41 PM

Just in time for me!!!!!!!

islanderman7 · May 11th, 2009, 08:47 PM

Thanks for this. In for a 7500 mile DIY. jk.

OldGuy · May 11th, 2009, 09:42 PM

Nice work Kim - can't wait for the full version with pictures.

ninja250 · December 3rd, 2009, 12:05 PM

Thanks! This is a good guide help to make sure I go over everything.
About to use it right now!

ninja250 · December 3rd, 2009, 06:29 PM

Whew now I know why they spend a few hundy at the dealer for the 600 mile service! lol

I still need the huge sockets for the steering bolt, swingarm bolts and axle bolts! My jixxer axle sockets didn't fit. Also need new cotter pins to adjust the wheelbase (chain slack). Will have to look up/find the sizes on those sockets.

Need to get some spiffy extensions and another ratchet to hit both sides of all the engine mount bolts but I got them as best as I could for now. I've had engine mount bolts come lose in an Integra before and know how bad that feels vibration wise.

As always the plastics were a million times harder to get back on than they were to fall right off.

The rear brake pedal pivot bolt is kinda scary on this bike and hard to get to. I'm gonna pull it back out and loctite it. I forgot how crazy working on bikes is.. you get to see how they're barely held together! I guess that's why it's good to give a hefty pre ride check before every trip out. Seems like you can't be thorough enough!

Sorry to bump an old thread

Anything you guys and gals can think of not on that list that is a common area in need of attention?

kkim · December 3rd, 2009, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninja250

Anything you guys and gals can think of not on that list that is a common area in need of attention?

check the shifter lever and the rear brake light switch adjustment... 2 things that need to be carefully watched on this bike.

kawac · April 22nd, 2011, 09:20 AM

Thank you so much KIM this is amazing.

Merc250r · July 27th, 2011, 09:34 PM

Amazing

DarkNinja52 · July 29th, 2011, 12:41 PM

NICE!
SO should i attempt this.. or pay $200 for the stealership to do it??

I looked over it and it seems like its a tad bit out of my mechanical skill level...

noche_caliente · July 29th, 2011, 05:26 PM

AJ- I'm a girl, and this is my first bike... I had no problem doing it and writing the DIY... ymmv...

Snake · July 29th, 2011, 05:33 PM

aj, it is realy very easy and after you are done you will have the satisfaction of knowing exactly what oil and filter was put in and that everything was tightened to spec. With the steelership you never realy know. The first time may take you a while but after that your confidence will grow and the next time it will be quicker and easier.

DarkNinja52 · July 30th, 2011, 11:47 AM

Would it be absurd for me to say I think i'm going to have the dealer do everything, then I'll check over their work on my own using the DIY?

The bike has been sitting around for a while without use before I bought it and my only concern is that they'll catch something that I wouldn't have noticed, either as part of the 600 mile service, or something that I never wouldve even noticed unless i was more experienced.

I really rather not give the stealership my money, but I didn't buy the bike new off the lot, it sat in someones garage for a while before I got it.

You think they would let me watch them work on it? or is that a big no no?

Snake · July 30th, 2011, 01:18 PM

It is perfectly acceptable to let the dealership the servicing for you. This DIY just gives you the option to do it yourself. Since the bike has been sitting for a while letting the dealership do the service will let you start with a clean slate and possibly do some of your own maintenance in the future. Watching the dealership will not be an option due to their insurance liability.

DarkNinja52 · July 31st, 2011, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake

It is perfectly acceptable to let the dealership the servicing for you. This DIY just gives you the option to do it yourself. Since the bike has been sitting for a while letting the dealership do the service will let you start with a clean slate and possibly do some of your own maintenance in the future. Watching the dealership will not be an option due to their insurance liability.

Thanks Snake!

C L · September 4th, 2011, 05:46 PM

What does "free play" mean in relation to the inspections? such as
• Check the throttle grip free play.

Cuongism · September 4th, 2011, 05:55 PM

Throttle grip free play is how much the throttle grip can turn before it engages the cable. You should be able to turn your grip 2-3mm back and forth before it engages. If it's more than 3 mm and you need to know how to adjust it, let me know

C L · September 4th, 2011, 06:12 PM

Ah how obvious.. lol
coming up on 600 miles here and I'm just reading through the .doc and making sure I know everything

Another question, does it void my warranty if I do it myself?

Alex · September 4th, 2011, 08:24 PM

No. But keep receipts of any supplies you buy for it, and keep a notepad of the services themselves to show that there is some documentation for it being done.

GreenNinja · September 6th, 2011, 11:41 AM

You DIY writers are awesome!!!

noche_caliente · September 6th, 2011, 04:19 PM

Cwat6363 · October 8th, 2011, 02:24 PM

is this link still working? everytime i click on it it asks me to log in again, and tells me im not able to view this page.

Alex · October 8th, 2011, 03:28 PM

Seems to be working fine. Log out of the site. Close your browser. Come back to the site, log in, and see if you still get an error.

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July 29th, 2011, 05:26 PM	#13
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	AJ- I'm a girl, and this is my first bike... I had no problem doing it and writing the DIY... ymmv... __________________________________________________ Progrip tank pad, blue rim stripes, blue Pazzos, Roaring Toyz lowering kit, Puig DB in dark smoke, Cortech sport tail, super mini tank, and saddlebags, OES swingarm spools and Intuitive frame sliders

May 11th, 2009, 05:41 PM	#2
NJD022588 ============ Name: Nick Location: Occoquan, VA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R Posts: 518	: Just kidding! Looks good! Way better than spending a couple hundred at the dealer

May 11th, 2009, 06:02 PM	#3
Lars ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Lebanon, NH Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 (red) Posts: 41	Looks great! Thanks!

December 3rd, 2009, 12:05 PM	#7
ninja250 You are sleeping Name: Casey Location: LMFAO!!! Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 Posts: A lot.	Thanks! This is a good guide help to make sure I go over everything. About to use it right now!

December 3rd, 2009, 06:29 PM	#8
ninja250 You are sleeping Name: Casey Location: LMFAO!!! Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 Posts: A lot.	Whew now I know why they spend a few hundy at the dealer for the 600 mile service! lol I still need the huge sockets for the steering bolt, swingarm bolts and axle bolts! My jixxer axle sockets didn't fit. Also need new cotter pins to adjust the wheelbase (chain slack). Will have to look up/find the sizes on those sockets. Need to get some spiffy extensions and another ratchet to hit both sides of all the engine mount bolts but I got them as best as I could for now. I've had engine mount bolts come lose in an Integra before and know how bad that feels vibration wise. As always the plastics were a million times harder to get back on than they were to fall right off. The rear brake pedal pivot bolt is kinda scary on this bike and hard to get to. I'm gonna pull it back out and loctite it. I forgot how crazy working on bikes is.. you get to see how they're barely held together! I guess that's why it's good to give a hefty pre ride check before every trip out. Seems like you can't be thorough enough! Sorry to bump an old thread Anything you guys and gals can think of not on that list that is a common area in need of attention?

April 22nd, 2011, 09:20 AM	#10
kawac Kawic Name: kawa Location: indianapolis Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250 08 Posts: 33	Thank you so much KIM this is amazing.

July 27th, 2011, 09:34 PM	#11
Merc250r ninjette.org member Name: Murad Location: Orlando fl Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Yamaha FZ6R Posts: 84	Amazing

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Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	aj, it is realy very easy and after you are done you will have the satisfaction of knowing exactly what oil and filter was put in and that everything was tightened to spec. With the steelership you never realy know. The first time may take you a while but after that your confidence will grow and the next time it will be quicker and easier.

July 30th, 2011, 11:47 AM	#15
DarkNinja52 ninjette.org sage Name: aj Location: New York / PA Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): Red 09 Ninja 250r aka Sheila (RIP), Red '10 Ninja 250r aka Sasha (Sold), White '13 Ninja 300 (To be Purchased) Posts: 855	Would it be absurd for me to say I think i'm going to have the dealer do everything, then I'll check over their work on my own using the DIY? The bike has been sitting around for a while without use before I bought it and my only concern is that they'll catch something that I wouldn't have noticed, either as part of the 600 mile service, or something that I never wouldve even noticed unless i was more experienced. I really rather not give the stealership my money, but I didn't buy the bike new off the lot, it sat in someones garage for a while before I got it. You think they would let me watch them work on it? or is that a big no no? __________________________________________________

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Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	It is perfectly acceptable to let the dealership the servicing for you. This DIY just gives you the option to do it yourself. Since the bike has been sitting for a while letting the dealership do the service will let you start with a clean slate and possibly do some of your own maintenance in the future. Watching the dealership will not be an option due to their insurance liability.

September 4th, 2011, 05:46 PM	#18
C L ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Orlando, FL Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2014 300 Posts: 162	What does "free play" mean in relation to the inspections? such as • Check the throttle grip free play.

September 4th, 2011, 05:55 PM	#19
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	Throttle grip free play is how much the throttle grip can turn before it engages the cable. You should be able to turn your grip 2-3mm back and forth before it engages. If it's more than 3 mm and you need to know how to adjust it, let me know

September 4th, 2011, 06:12 PM	#20
C L ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Orlando, FL Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2014 300 Posts: 162	Ah how obvious.. lol coming up on 600 miles here and I'm just reading through the .doc and making sure I know everything Another question, does it void my warranty if I do it myself?

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