Honda VFR1200F 2013 Maintenance Schedule
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, air filter, spark plugs, valve clearance, oil, coolant, brake fluid and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1237ccEngine size
27Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Owners Manual) (this document covers model years 2010–2016): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Line | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect fuel line and connections for leaks, cracks, or deterioration. |
| Throttle Operation | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect throttle operation and freeplay. |
| Air Cleaner | Every 12,000 mi | Easy | Inspect air cleaner element (clean, adjust, or replace if necessary per chart legend). |
| Spark Plug | Every 16,000 mi · Replace every 32,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect spark plug every 16,000 mi (25,600 km); replace every 32,000 mi (51,200 km). |
| Valve Clearance | Every 16,000 mi | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Engine Oil | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| Engine Oil Filter | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Clutch Oil Filter | Every 16,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Replace DCT clutch oil filter (VFR1200FD models only). |
| Radiator Coolant | Every 8,000 mi · Replace every 24,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Inspect coolant level/condition every 8,000 mi; replace every 24,000 mi or 2 years, whichever comes first. |
| Cooling System | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect cooling system (hoses, radiator, connections) for leaks and damage. |
| Secondary Air Supply System | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect secondary air supply system. |
| Evaporative Emission Control System | Every 12,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system. |
| Exhaust Gas Control Actuator Cable | Every 16,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect exhaust gas control actuator cable. |
| Final Drive Oil | Every 8,000 mi · Replace every 24,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect shaft final drive gear oil every 8,000 mi; replace every 24,000 mi. |
| Brake Fluid | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 12,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid level/condition every 4,000 mi; replace every 12,000 mi or 2 years, whichever comes first. |
| Brake Pads Wear | Every 4,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect front and rear brake pads for wear. |
| Brake System | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect overall brake system (lines, calipers, master cylinders). |
| Brake Light Switch | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Brake Lock Operation | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect DCT electronic parking brake (Brake Lock) operation (VFR1200FD models only). |
| Headlight Aim | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect and adjust headlight aim. |
| Clutch System | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect clutch system operation and freeplay (VFR1200F manual-clutch models only). |
| Clutch Fluid | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 12,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect clutch hydraulic fluid level/condition every 4,000 mi; replace every 12,000 mi or 2 years, whichever comes first (VFR1200F manual-clutch models only). |
| Side Stand | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect side stand operation and spring. |
| Suspension | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy | Inspect and tighten nuts, bolts, and fasteners. |
| Wheels/Tires | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect wheels and tires for wear, damage, and correct air pressure. |
| Steering Head Bearings | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Advanced | Inspect steering head bearings for looseness or damage. |
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