Spring maintenence

[Smalltank]

Hello all, i am new to riding just got my first bike at the end of the season last year. i have a 1981 650gl, i was just wondering what kind of stuff i should be looking for before i hit the road. Iv changed the oil and filter, plan on dropping the rear end oil. my last ride in October i spilled the bike and am waiting on parts for the front break. I cant seem to find anything that should be greased (i am used to servicing large equipment). just looking for any pointers. Thanks for the help in advance love the site.

[Nessism]

Have you done a valve adjustment lately?

[Larry D]

How old are the tires ? Here's how to tell.

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=137789

[mighty13d]

BassCliff will be here to give you a welcome and a link to everything you could possibly want to do for maint to your bike. He will be able to give you a list of pre-riding maint that you should do. Most just takes a little time and effort rather than a lot of money so just get a comfy chair and start reading!

[BassCliff]

Greetings and Salutations!!

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