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VStrom Note Log

2017 Suzuki DL650A V-Strom ABS
Property of Prometheus742. Added Apr 2 2019

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Sep 11 2024

  • 37,191

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 20 2024 at 12:26 pm


May 10 2022

Changed engine oil.

  • 29,240

Added by Prometheus742 on May 10 2022 at 2:20 pm


May 1 2022

First ride of the 2022 season, starting mileage.

  • 28,952

Added by Prometheus742 on May 2 2022 at 12:11 pm


Apr 30 2022

De-winterizing : reinflated tires; checked oil level (due for change but colour could be worse); inspected air filter element (mostly clean, good for a while). Found foam earplugs resting on engine; removed. One screw for airbox cover lost. Bike starts strong and runs well. All lights, brakes, suspension pass pre-ride test.

  • 28,952

Added by Prometheus742 on May 2 2022 at 12:25 pm


Sep 26 2021

Check oil level

  • 27,305

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 26 2021 at 9:17 am


Replaced Trailmax tires with Mitas E07+ tires front and rear. Brake fluid needs changing; brake pads ok Slow leaks on both after mounting.

  • 27,305

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 26 2021 at 9:15 am


Sep 17 2021

Fortnine order 1574825091 Mitas E07+ Enduro Trail Front Tire 152.99 Bolt Drain Plug Washer Kit 12.82 Subtotal $165.81 Shipping & Handling $0.00 Tax $21.56 Grand Total $187.37

  • 26,099

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 17 2021 at 8:12 am


Clean and lubricate chain, Check chain condition and tension

  • 26,129

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 17 2021 at 8:10 am


Sep 4 2021

Fortnine order 1574747832 Mitas E07+ Enduro Trail Rear Tire 150/70-17 $217.79; Regina 525 ZRE Z-Ring Connecting Link Gold Rivet x 2 @ 8.79 Product Total: $235.37 Shipping: $0.00 Sales Tax: $30.60 Grand Total: $265.97

  • 25,391

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 4 2021 at 12:21 pm


Replaced chain and sprockets Regina 525 ZRE chain kit

  • 25,391

Added by Prometheus742 on Sep 4 2021 at 12:09 pm


Jul 31 2021

Changed oil and filter. Replaced with OEM filter, 10w40. Cleaned chain with kerosene. Note : removed belly pan to access filter.

  • 24,773

Added by Prometheus742 on Jul 31 2021 at 11:38 pm


May 30 2021

Changed engine oil with 2400ml Motomaster 10w40 motorcycle oil. No filter change. Removed and reinstalled engine guard plate.

  • 21,611

Added by Prometheus742 on May 30 2021 at 2:06 pm


May 26 2021

Adjusted handlebars to angle slightly down for better standing ergonomics. Tightened bar riser attachments to 20 ft / lbs.

  • 21,314

Added by Prometheus742 on May 27 2021 at 6:33 am


Replaced low beam headlight with OEM H7 bulb.

  • 21,314

Added by Prometheus742 on May 27 2021 at 6:32 am


Replaced air filter element with suzuki OEM element.

  • 21,314

Added by Prometheus742 on May 27 2021 at 6:30 am


May 25 2021

Purchased air filter element 13780-27G10 39.99; engine oil filter 16510-07j00 14.49; 4l suzuki engine oil 38.99; h7 light bulb for low beams 13.99

  • 21,314

Added by Prometheus742 on May 25 2021 at 1:01 pm


May 23 2021

Check oil level

  • 21,092

Added by Prometheus742 on May 23 2021 at 10:37 am


May 12 2021

First use of gear oil as lubricant

  • 19,809

Added by Prometheus742 on May 12 2021 at 9:26 am


May 2 2021

Oil level ok

  • 19,191

Added by Prometheus742 on May 2 2021 at 8:17 am


Apr 22 2021

Replaced Heidenau K60 front and rear with stock Bridgestone Trail Max. Brake fluid ok; brake pads ok.

  • 18,499

Added by Prometheus742 on Apr 26 2021 at 7:46 am


Apr 13 2021

Tire change stand and tire irons set. Fortnine order 1573369392

Added by Prometheus742 on Apr 26 2021 at 8:03 am


Apr 11 2021

Installed AdventureTech footpeg and control lowering kit.

  • 18,482

Added by Prometheus742 on Apr 12 2021 at 2:08 am


Apr 6 2021

Changed engine oil; kept old filter. Motomaster 10w40 Motorcycle, 2.3 litres. Last week removed and inspected air element. A little bit dirty, fine for a while.

  • 17,736

Added by Prometheus742 on Apr 6 2021 at 6:25 pm


Mar 26 2021

Inspected air filter element; generally clean, ok to next inspection. Cleaned and lubed chain.

  • 17,453

Added by Prometheus742 on Mar 26 2021 at 12:08 pm


Mar 25 2021

Fortnine order 1573124742 Puig Clip-On Visor Clear 315 mm $145.99 1 $145.99 Stop & Go Tubeless T-Handle Tire Repair Kit - 1020 $29.99 1 $29.99 Motion Pro RimShield II - 08-0546 $19.67 1 $19.67 Motion Pro BeadPro Tire Bead Breaker and Lever Tool Set - 08-0519 $96.99 1 $96.99 Rox Speed FX 1.25" Block Offset Risers for 7/8" and 1 1/8" Handlebars Black $112.99 1 $112.99 BikeMaster Wheel Balancer - 151965 $155.99 1 $155.99 Motion Pro Wheel Weights Nickel 72 x 7 g $18.95 1 $18.95

Added by Prometheus742 on Apr 26 2021 at 8:06 am


Jun 30 2020

Oil level checked; all ok

  • 13,672

Added by Prometheus742 on Jun 30 2020 at 7:44 am


Jun 17 2020

See service notes

  • 13,253

Added by Prometheus742 on Jun 30 2020 at 7:42 am


Suzuki service A, B, C, D per maintenance manual.

  • 13,253

Added by Prometheus742 on Jun 30 2020 at 7:37 am


Mar 13 2020

First ride

  • 10,000

Added by Prometheus742 on Mar 13 2020 at 11:38 am


Oct 18 2019

Suzuki service A and B per manual.

  • 9,416

Added by Prometheus742 on Oct 19 2019 at 6:21 am


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