Kawasaki ER-6f 2012 Maintenance Schedule
The 2012 Kawasaki ER-6f maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, coolant, air filter, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, oil, spark plugs and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
649ccEngine size
49Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2012–2016): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel leak inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe for fuel leaks. |
| Fuel hose and pipe damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe for damage. |
| Water hose damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose for damage. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect wheel bearings for damage. |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect brake pad wear. |
| Sidestand switch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect sidestand switch operation. |
| Master cylinder and caliper rubber parts replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper. |
| Throttle control system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect throttle control system for play, smooth return, and no drag. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Synchronize throttle body vacuum readings across cylinders. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
| Wheel and tire damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect wheel and tire for damage. |
| Tire tread wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect tire tread for wear and abnormal wear. |
| Drive chain lubrication condition inspection | Every 600 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain lubrication condition and lubricate. |
| Drive chain slack inspection | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Inspect and adjust drive chain slack. |
| Drive chain wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain for wear. |
| Chain guide wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain guide for wear. |
| Brake fluid leak inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe for brake fluid leaks. |
| Brake hose and pipe damage inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe for damage. |
| Brake hose and pipe installation condition inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe installation/routing condition. |
| Brake operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake effectiveness, play, and drag. |
| Brake light switch operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Front fork and rear shock absorber operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect front fork and rear shock absorber damping and smooth stroke. |
| Front fork and rear shock absorber oil leak inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect front fork and rear shock absorber for oil leaks. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect steering play. |
| Steering stem bearing lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Lubricate steering stem bearings. |
| Lights and switches operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect lights and switches operation. |
| Headlight aiming inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect and adjust headlight aiming. |
| Engine stop switch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect engine stop switch operation. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts (pivots, cables, stands). |
| General safety and chassis fastener inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect condition of bolts, nuts, and fasteners. |
| Engine oil change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| Oil filter replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace coolant. |
| Radiator hose and O-ring replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace radiator hose and O-ring. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hose. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace brake fluid. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plug. |
| Fuel hose and pipe installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe installation/routing condition. |
| Evaporative emission control system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system function (CAL, SEA-B1 and TH models). |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect coolant level. |
| Coolant leak inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose and pipe for coolant leaks. |
| Water hose installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose installation/routing condition. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearances. |
| Air suction system damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect air suction (secondary air) system for damage. |
| Clutch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect clutch play, disengagement, and engagement. |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect tire air pressure. |
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