kk lewi wrote on 09/23/09 at 17:36:09:As you all know if I don't have the routine maintenance done by them or a certified Suzuki mechanic I will void the warranty that is left on the bike.
No, we don't all
know that.
Read your warranty paperwork. That is what you need to KNOW. You can do whatever it says there, and don't fall for the hype from the crooks at the stealership. In any case, anything you do that might harm part of the bike would only make the warranty void on those parts, not the entire warranty. If you screw up the valve adjustment, the warranty is still good on the transmission, clutch, electrics, etc., etc. In general, service can be done at any state licensed motorcycle repair shop*--be sure a complete description of the work is on the receipt and save the paper--and usually the owner can do oil changes and stuff and save the receipts for the oil & filter. If you want, do it all, photograph and document what was done, and save those.
*My state, at least, has licensed motor vehicle repair shops. See if yours does.