{"id":48906,"date":"2018-03-24T20:37:52","date_gmt":"2018-03-24T11:37:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/?p=48906"},"modified":"2026-09-24T13:45:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T04:45:08","slug":"bandit-1200-k6-inspection-deco-mainte-pads-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/20180324\/everyday-events\/bandit-1200-k6-inspection-deco-mainte-pads-2","title":{"rendered":"Bandit 1200 K6 Inspection Deco-mainte Pads Air Filter Plug Newtech Oil Change"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"decob-3514773556\" 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><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690544.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nSuzuki&#8217;s exhaust gasket is the best! It won&#8217;t come loose thanks to those burrs on the outer edge!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690522.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nMoving on to the front. We&#8217;ll do our usual cleaning.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690523.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThis fit perfectly! Peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690524.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe front was also loose, so we adjusted it.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48884\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nLet&#8217;s clean the back of the fender too.<br \/>\nPlaces the owner can&#8217;t reach are our job.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48885\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690527.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48886\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690530.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe calipers and pistons aren&#8217;t in bad shape, but the operation is a bit stiff. I think an OH would be good next time.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48887\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690528.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690529.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWhen the appearance gets clean, it suddenly looks rejuvenated.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48889\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690531.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48890\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690532.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWe&#8217;ll clean and rust-proof the fork area.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48891\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nLet&#8217;s open this up and expose it to atmospheric pressure too.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48892\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690534.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48893\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690535.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48894\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690537.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> We&#8217;ll remove the levers and pedals, clean them, and oil them. It&#8217;s unglamorous work, but it keeps things in good condition for longer.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48895\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690536.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nSpray rust-proof oil on the inside we removed, wipe it down, and it comes out clean.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690538.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nRemove the side stand and oil it too. Smooth mounting and dismounting feels great.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48897\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690539.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48898\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690540.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWe&#8217;ll clean and degrease the left, right, and rear disc holes and surfaces.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48899\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690541.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690543.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690542.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWe&#8217;re replacing the fluid with Golden Cruiser DOT 4.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48902\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690546.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48903\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690547.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nThe air filter should be replaced based on age or mileage.<br \/>\nEven if it looks clean at first glance, it&#8217;s bound to be pretty clogged.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690548.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWe&#8217;ll clean and oil the throttle too.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48905\" src=\"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/P1690545.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><br \/>\nWe changed the engine oil and filter.<br \/>\nThe exhaust pipe spring was broken, so we removed the muffler and replaced it.<br \/>\nWe were surprised by how poorly the Akrapovic was fitted this time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Suzuki&#8217;s exhaust gasket is the best! It won&#8217;t come loose thanks to those burrs on the outer edge!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":48880,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pochipp_cv_data":"","swell_btn_cv_data":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1924],"tags":[1922,123,122],"class_list":["post-48906","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-everyday-events","tag-bandit","tag-deco-mainte","tag-vehicle-inspection"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48906","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=48906"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48906\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48880"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48906"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48906"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.decoboco.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48906"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}