Yamaha VMX12 2001, Service Manual

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CHK
ADJ
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
NOTE:
• The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is
performed instead.
• From 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km.
• 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
CHECK
1 10 20 30 40
1 * Fuel line • Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
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2 * Fuel filter • Check condition.
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3 Spark plugs
• Check condition.
• Clean and regap.
√ √
• Replace.
√ √
4 * Valves
• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.
√
5 Air filter element
• Clean.
√ √
• Replace.
√ √
6 * Battery
• Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
• Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
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7 * Clutch
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid
leakage. (See NOTE on page 3-2.)
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8 * Front brake
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid
leakage. (See NOTE on page 3-2.)
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• Replace brake pads. Whenever necessary
9 * Rear brake
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid
leakage. (See NOTE on page 3-2.)
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• Replace brake pads. Whenever necessary
10 * Brake hoses
• Check for cracks or damage.
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• Replace. Every 4 years
11 * Wheels • Check runout and for damage.
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12 * Tires
• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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13 * Wheel bearings • Check bearings for looseness or damage.
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14 * Swingarm
• Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
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• Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease. Every 50,000 km
15 * Steering bearings
• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50,000 km
INTRODUCTION/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
LUBRICATION INTERVALS