12821-88L00 Suzuki Timing Chain Tensioner | Genuine Used Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Used Suzuki Timing Chain Tensioner Link - Part Number: 12821-88L00

A genuine pre-owned Suzuki Marine link used within the timing-chain tensioner mechanism of selected DF40A, DF50A, DF50AV, DF60A and DF60AV engines.

Although commonly titled as the complete timing-chain tensioner, Suzuki catalogues identify 12821-88L00 as the link, timing chain tensioner. It connects or supports the movable components of the chain-tensioning mechanism.

⚙️ Key Features

• Genuine Suzuki Marine used tensioner link
• Correct OEM part number 12821-88L00
• OEM description: Link, Timing Chain Tensioner
• Suitable for selected 40HP to 60HP four-strokes
• Works with tensioner 12811-88L00
• Separate from the automatic adjuster assembly

🚤 Compatibility

Commonly used on

• Suzuki DF40A
• Suzuki DF50A
• Suzuki DF50AV
• Suzuki DF60A
• Suzuki DF60AV

Verified example

• 2014 Suzuki DF50AV timing-chain assembly
• Horsepower Range: 40HP - 60HP
• Engine Type: Inline three-cylinder DOHC four-stroke

Important fitment note

• This is the tensioner link, not the complete tensioner or hydraulic adjuster.
• Confirm its shape, pivot point and engine diagram.
• A missing or incorrectly installed link can prevent the tensioner from maintaining chain pressure.

🔌 Function

The link transfers or controls movement within the chain-tensioning mechanism.

It allows the tensioner and automatic adjuster to maintain the correct contact angle and chain pressure.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Elongated pivot hole
• Bent link
• Cracked link
• Excessive side movement
• Binding tensioner
• Chain rattle
• Incorrect tensioner alignment

🛠️ Service Notes

Recommended checks before installation

• Inspect the pivot hole
• Confirm the link is straight
• Check for cracks
• Inspect the mating tensioner and adjuster
• Confirm free movement after assembly
• Verify timing-chain tension before fitting the cover

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

• No verified superseding part number identified

OEM / Related Numbers

• 12821-88L00
• 1282188L00
• 12821-88L00-000
• OEM Description: Link, Timing Chain Tensioner
• Related tensioner: 12811-88L00
• Related adjuster: 12831-90J02
• Related chain: 12761-88L00
• Related guide: 12771-87J00

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

• No aftermarket equivalent

📦 Condition

• Genuine Suzuki Marine used part
• Pre-owned internal engine component
• Oil staining and pivot wear may be present
• Inspect carefully before installation
• Included fasteners are limited to those shown or described
• Supplied in protective or equivalent packaging