Non-scheduled maintenance
1. Over a period of time the grease will harden or dirt will penetrate the bearings due to failed seals.
2. Remove the swingarm and suspension linkage as described in Chapter 6 for cleaning and re-greasing of the bearings. Note that XL600V-H and V-J models are equipped with two grease nipples in the rear suspension linkage components, enabling fresh grease to be applied periodically - see Section 22.