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3-1
INTRODUCTION/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
LUBRICATION INTERVALS
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
EAS00036
PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments. If
followed, these preventive maintenance procedures will ensure more reliable vehicle operation, a
longer service life and reduce the need for costly overhaul work. This information applies to vehicles
already in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians
should be familiar with this entire chapter.
EAS00037
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION INTERVALS
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The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is
performed instead.
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From 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km.
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Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools,
data and technical skills.
NO
ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING (
1,000 km) ANNUAL
NO.
ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1
10
20
30
40
CHECK
1
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Fuel line
(See page 3-36)
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Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
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2
Spark plugs
(See page 3-27)
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Check condition.
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Clean and regap.
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(See page 3-27)
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Replace.
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3
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Valves
(See page 3-10)
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Check valve clearance.
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Adjust.
Every 40,000 km
4
Air filter element
(See page 3-35)
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Replace.
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5
Clutch
(See page 3-34)
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Check operation.
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Adjust.
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6
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Front brake
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Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
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6
*
(See page 3-45)
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Replace brake pads.
Whenever worn to the limit
7
*
Rear brake
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Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
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7
*
(See page 3-45)
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Replace brake pads.
Whenever worn to the limit
8
*
Brake hoses
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Check for cracks or damage.
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8
*
(See page 3-47)
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Replace.
Every 4 years
9
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Wheels
(See page 3-61)
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Check runout and for damage.
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10
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Tires
(See page 3-59)
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Check tread depth and for damage.
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Replace if necessary.
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Check air pressure.
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Correct if necessary.
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11
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Wheel bearings
(See page 4-3)
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Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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12
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Swingarm
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Check operation and for excessive play.
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12
*
g
(See page 4-72)
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
Every 50,000 km
13
Drive chain
(See page 3-50)
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Check chain slack.
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Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
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Clean and lubricate.
Every 1,000 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain
14
*
Steering bearings
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Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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14
*
g
g
(See page 3-52)
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
Every 20,000 km