{"id":43236,"date":"2019-08-07T16:30:27","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T07:30:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/?p=43236"},"modified":"2026-09-24T13:45:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T04:45:15","slug":"cbx1000-deco-mainte","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/20190807\/everyday-events\/cbx1000-deco-mainte","title":{"rendered":"CBX1000 Deco-mainte"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"decob-3170328669\" class=\"decob- decob-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/advertise\" aria-label=\"ad_sample_1456_180_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/ad_sample_1456_180_1.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/ad_sample_1456_180_1.png 1456w, https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/ad_sample_1456_180_1-300x37.png 300w, https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/ad_sample_1456_180_1-1024x127.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/ad_sample_1456_180_1-768x95.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" width=\"812\" height=\"100\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC_0316.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43199\"\/><figcaption>          <\/em> <br><br>The CBX1000 really has an impressive presence. Deco-mainte at your service.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01208.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43200\"\/><figcaption>We check and report the tire manufacturing date, brand, and size.<br>Sometimes we notice why certain sizes are fitted\u2014and occasionally wonder about it ourselves.<br><br>We also let owners know when tires are getting close to needing replacement.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01209.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43201\"\/><figcaption>Knowing the rim width of both front and rear wheels makes tire selection fun and interesting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01216.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43202\"\/><figcaption>Checking wheel and tire runout often reveals the source of handling concerns and questions.<br>You should also verify that the tire bead is properly seated.<br><br>Getting the most out of a tire&#8217;s performance makes riding safer and more enjoyable.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\u30d0\u30a4\u30a2\u30b9\u30bf\u30a4\u30e4\u306f\u8981\u78ba\u8a8d\uff1fCBX1000 \u30bf\u30a4\u30e4\u30db\u30a4\u30fc\u30eb\u4f5c\u696d\u5831\u544a\u3000\u30e2\u30c8\u30d6\u30ed\u30b0\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zQKSH75bW3A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>We see tires like this sometimes. Bridgestone&#8217;s BT45V also catches our attention a bit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01210.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43203\"\/><figcaption>The axle shaft showed no issues.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01211.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43204\"\/><figcaption>We adjusted the wheel bearings. Comparing to other bikes, Suzuki wheel-side tolerances are relatively loose\u2014quite the observation.<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01212.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43205\"\/><figcaption>We&#8217;ll replace the grease in the speedometer gear.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01213.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43206\"\/><figcaption>We installed Neutech NC100.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01214.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43207\"\/><figcaption>Let&#8217;s clean and lubricate the speedometer cable too.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01215.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43208\"\/><figcaption>We&#8217;ll clean the inside of the front fender too. I was surprised to find it&#8217;s plastic, not steel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01217.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43209\"\/><figcaption>Measuring the thickness of all three brake discs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01220.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43210\"\/><figcaption>Degreasing and cleaning the brake discs. It&#8217;s a bit disappointing they don&#8217;t have holes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01218.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43211\"\/><figcaption>All calipers are operating excellently. You can really tell this bike has been properly maintained.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01221.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43212\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01222.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43213\"\/><figcaption>Let&#8217;s lubricate and protect the inner tube from rust.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01223.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43214\"\/><figcaption>The damper is fine. We adjusted the wheel bearings.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01224.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43215\"\/><figcaption>The rear axle is fine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43216\"\/><figcaption>This is a good time to clean the inside of the chain case.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01226.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43217\"\/><figcaption>The rear caliper is operating well.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01227.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43218\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01228.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43219\"\/><figcaption>Let&#8217;s remove the brake and clutch levers and lubricate them.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01229.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43220\"\/><figcaption>Let&#8217;s clean and lubricate the throttle too. (We&#8217;ll stop here since we just assembled it recently.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01230.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43221\"\/><figcaption>Removing the brake pedal shaft is quite a job, so we&#8217;ll handle this from the outside.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01231.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43222\"\/><figcaption>Removing the pivot pin is tough. (\u00b4\uff1b\u03c9\uff1b`)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01232.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43223\"\/><figcaption>The shift side also has good lubrication and is in excellent condition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01233.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43224\"\/><figcaption>A smooth-moving sidestand feels great.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01234.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43225\"\/><figcaption>Let&#8217;s clean the key once in a while too.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01235.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43226\"\/><figcaption>We protect the inside of the fuel cap from rust, wipe it clean, and inspect it visually.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01236.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43227\"\/><figcaption>Honda&#8217;s signature top bridge fuse (cartridge).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01237.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43228\"\/><figcaption>All 15A\u2014do we really need that much? Cartridge fuses are such a pain when they blow.<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01238.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43229\"\/><figcaption>We brushed out the dust with a toothbrush.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01239.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43230\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01240.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43231\"\/><figcaption>We replaced the fluid with Golden Cruiser DOT4.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01241.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43232\"\/><figcaption>It was a bit gel-like. Brake fluid should ideally be changed every year, or at least every two years if in use.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01245.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43233\"\/><figcaption>We checked the plug condition and gap. (Reusing it.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01246.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43234\"\/><figcaption>When we cleaned it, it started crumbling, so we&#8217;ll replace it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC01247.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43235\"\/><figcaption>We wiped out the inside of the air cleaner box too. Overall condition is excellent and reassuring. Vroom vroom!<br>That concludes this service.<br><br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":43198,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pochipp_cv_data":"","swell_btn_cv_data":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1924],"tags":[176,123],"class_list":["post-43236","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-everyday-events","tag-cbx","tag-deco-mainte"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43236","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=43236"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43236\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=43236"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=43236"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=43236"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}