What is the maintenance interval for Django?
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The maintenance interval for Django is every 5000 kilometers. Car maintenance is divided into internal and external maintenance: 1. External maintenance: Refers to the anti-aging maintenance of the body surface, body paint, and underbody paint, such as car coating, car waxing, car tires, tire pressure measurement, car cleaning and washing, car film application, etc. These can all help maintain the underbody paint or the car itself. 2. Internal maintenance: For the interior, such as interior cleaning, interior sauna disinfection, engine cleaning, air conditioning cleaning, oil change, windshield washer fluid, and car underbody armor, are all methods of car maintenance. This is determined based on road conditions, air quality, fuel quality, and many other factors. After the first maintenance, the oil and oil filter maintenance interval can be maintained at every 5000 kilometers.
Last time I was chatting with fellow riders about the maintenance of the Django, I happened to have done some research. The first service for a new bike is the most critical, and it's recommended to do it between 500 to 800 kilometers, replacing both the oil and the oil filter. After that, a comprehensive check-up should be done every 2,000 kilometers, with basic items like engine oil and air filter being a must. Gear oil should be changed every 5,000 kilometers, and it's best to inspect the belt for wear every 10,000 kilometers. When washing the bike, special attention should be paid to avoid water entering the transmission box, as it can affect the maintenance cycle. I make it a habit to have the mechanic adjust the brakes during each service—safety comes first. Stick to these cycles, and the bike will run smoothly for five or six years without any issues.
I've been riding this Django for three years, let me share the maintenance schedule. Right after the initial 600 kilometers, I took it for the first service where the shop mechanic replaced both the engine oil and oil filter. After that, I change the engine oil approximately every 1,500 kilometers, and at the 2,000-kilometer mark, I have the brake pads and tires inspected. The air filter gets replaced twice a year, once before and once after the rainy season. A major service is done every two years, which includes changing the gear oil, coolant, and drive belt. The most commonly overlooked item is the battery—its voltage should be checked every 18 months. When washing the bike, I always make sure to dry the chain thoroughly, which helps extend the maintenance intervals. Following this schedule, I've hardly encountered any issues.
I maintain my Django strictly according to the manual. The first service must be completed within 1000 kilometers. After that, changing the engine oil and oil filter every 2000 kilometers is a hard requirement, along with checking the brake system. The gear oil needs to be replaced every 5000 kilometers, and the drive belt should be inspected at 10000 kilometers. The air filter replacement depends on the riding environment—change it every six months for city riding, or every three months if you frequently ride on dusty rural roads. It's best to check tire pressure during each maintenance; 2.2 bar in summer and 2.5 bar in winter is ideal. Keeping these intervals in mind can basically prevent breakdowns on the road.
