{"id":48145,"date":"2018-05-12T14:46:14","date_gmt":"2018-05-12T05:46:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/?p=48145"},"modified":"2026-09-24T13:45:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T04:45:07","slug":"z1000r1-inspection-deco-mainte-elf-oil-chain-sprocket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/20180512\/everyday-events\/z1000r1-inspection-deco-mainte-elf-oil-chain-sprocket","title":{"rendered":"Z1000R1 Inspection, Deco-mainte, ELF Engine Oil Change, Chain and Sprocket Replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48129\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_7348.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><br \/>\nThis nearly original Z1000R1 is looking as clean as ever.<\/p>\n<p>Inspection, Deco-mainte, chain and sprocket replacement, and ELF oil change on the agenda.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48130\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700267.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nRemoved the side cover\u2014light dirt buildup, so we&#8217;re in good shape.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700268.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48132\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700269.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe release lever is one of those spots worth checking whenever the cover comes off.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700270.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48134\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700271.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe bearings and distance collar look to be in good condition.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700272.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe rear caliper condition and operation look solid.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48136\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700273.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe axle runout checks out fine.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48137\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700274.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nCleaned out any excess oil from the bearing hole\u2014good maintenance practice.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48138\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700275.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWith a single-piston caliper, the slide pin operation is critical.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48139\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700291.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nCleaned and lubricated the lever as well.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700292.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nSame treatment for the throttle\u2014cleaned and lubricated.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48141\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700294.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nToo much lubricant makes things heavy, so I went with a light, protective coating instead.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700293.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe starter contacts were showing signs of wear, so I cleaned them and applied contact restorer.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700295.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nFront forks got the boots pulled up for lubrication and cleaning\u2014this keeps them from wearing quickly and protects against rust for longer life.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48144\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/P1700296.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nLubricated the side stand too.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This nearly original Z1000R1 is looking as clean as ever. 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