Raptor 1000 Maintenance Schedule
From the Suzuki TL1000S Service Manual (the Raptor has the same engine); I = Inspect and clean, adjust, replace or lubricate as necessary R = Replace T = Tighten More frequent servicing may be...
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Cagiva Raptor Thermostat Upgrade
If you own a Raptor, you might know the thermostat opens at 82C. That's a nono because the ECU will run a chokemap below 83C thus not running the correct mapping. The thermostat is fine in hot weather...
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Clutch pushrod seal upgrade
I noticed a while back that the clutch pushrod seal was leaking a bit. Not much but still annoying. It's a common thing with the Suzuki TL engine where the seal is kinda weak. The cause is that grease...
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RIP Raptor
A few weeks ago, the Raptor was back on the road again. Too bad it didn't last long because i got rearended! At first, i thought the damage was minor but it turned out to be a lot more making it...
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Air filter
Check every 6000 km (3684 miles) (6 months). Replace every 12000 km (7368 miles) (12 months). Remove the saddle. Lift and support the fuel tank (see page C-56). Remove air filter cover 1 after...
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Spark plugs
Check every 6000 km (3684 miles) (6 months). Replace every 12000 km (7368 miles) (12 months). Removing spark plug no.1 (front) Remove radiator mounting bolts 2 and 3. Move the radiator forward. Remove...
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Tappet Clearance
Check every 24000 km (14736 miles) (24 months) Remove the saddle. Lift and support the fuel tank using the rod provided. Remove the radiator mounting bolts and move it forward (see page B-5). Remove...
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Engine oil and oil filter
Fuel filter Check every 6000 km (3684 miles) (6 months). Replace every 4 years. Check if fuel feed pipe 1 and return pipe 2 are damaged or leaky. If any defects are found, replace the fuel lines....
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Idle speed and play of throttle cables
Idle speed Check after the first 1000 km (614 miles) (1 month) and subsequently every 6000 km (3684 miles). Perform the tuning up when the engine is hot. Start the engine and tune up the idle speed to...
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Clutch and cooling circuit
CLUTCH Check every 6000 km (3684 miles) (6 months). Remove speed sensor 1. Remove engine sprocket cover 2. Screw in adjuster 3 in clutch lever assembly. Loosen counternut 4 and loosen adjusting screw 5...
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