02-14-2015, 04:10 AM
I have a question for you all. I've noticed on motorcycles sometimes the bolts have white paint marks on them, "torque-stripes," to indicate the bolts have been torqued. My question is: are these done at the factory, or do mechanics also apply the marks post-factory after they have torqued the bolts? Here is why I ask - I bought my CB1100 used with 526 miles. I asked the dealer if it had had the first service done. He said - "I'm sure we did it when it was brought in at 526 miles." I pressed him, and he maintained it had been done. However, when I look at the oil filter, it has the torque-stripe marks on it. If they were applied at the factory, it would imply the filter has not been replaced, and the first service has not been done. Anyone know?