To do list

[Ramie]

I'm slowly going through things on my new to me 01 Valk I/S with 53k on it.  I've been reading through threads getting familar with things that need to be checked and replaced so I'm putting together a To Do list.
I would appreaciate input on anything i'm over looking.  I should be able to talk to the previous owner in a couple of week and find out what has been and what hasn't been done to the bike so i may be able to cross some things off the list.

Shock bushing are on order and will be replacing as soon as they show up also have a slight index in the steering head bearing that i will taking care of this fall and i've changed the oil and filter so here is what i have so far.

Check Airfilter
Check Valve Adjusments
Replace 14 year old timing belts
Clean Alternator and replace brushes if necessary
Rear End service
Change brake and clutch fluid

[cookiedough]

antifreeze coolant should be drained and replaced every few years and for sure once every 5 years regardless of mileage driven (in my opinion). 

Rear gearcase oil replaced with synthetic as well once every 4-5 years or so, depending on mileage of course driven as well.

I wouldn't worry too much about timing belt replacement until  closer to 100K miles, most will last easily to that regardless of how old our bikes are. 

Some replace antifreeze/gear case oil, etc. once every 2 years or so, but those are probably higher mileage riders say 8-10K miles per year vs. me driving 3-5K miles per year. 

No matter what,  keep changing your near 4 qts. of oil with synthetic at least once per riding season.  I find fresh oil even if I say drive only 3,000 miles per riding season helps shifting and runs smoother. 

Good idea to replace clutch and brake fluids every tire change, for some that will be every 2 years, others every 4-5 years.   Mine still looks pretty clear after 4 years of use but will be changing it next year when I get the new front tire installed. 

[WintrSol]

Good idea to replace clutch and brake fluids every tire change, for some that will be every 2 years, others every 4-5 years.   Mine still looks pretty clear after 4 years of use but will be changing it next year when I get the new front tire installed. 

The DOT would argue with this; they recommend every 2 years, no matter what, because of moisture uptake. I change the clutch fluid every year because of the higher temperatures that darken it faster, and I don't want the clutch to stop working in a long crawl.