Kawasaki J125 2018 Maintenance Schedule
The 2018 Kawasaki J125 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, valve clearance, air filter, coolant, oil, tires, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid and spark plugs. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
125ccEngine size
32Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2016–2019): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Steering stem bearing inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Moderate | Inspect steering stem bearings. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
| Throttle control system inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect throttle control system for play, smooth return, and no drag. |
| Fuel system inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect fuel system for leaks and proper operation. |
| Valve clearance adjustment | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Adjust valve clearances. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake pad wear. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months · Replace every 10,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Easy | Replace air cleaner element. |
| Engine oil screen replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace left and right engine oil screens. |
| Crankcase breather cleaning | Every 5,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Clean crankcase breather. |
| Coolant inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 5,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect coolant. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 36 months | Moderate | Replace coolant. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 5,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect valve clearances. |
| Clutch shoe wear inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect CVT clutch shoe wear. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 5,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| Engine oil screen cleaning | Every 10,000 km (first at 5,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Clean left and right engine oil screens. |
| Wheel and tire inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires for damage and wear. |
| Drive belt inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Moderate | Inspect CVT drive belt condition and wear. |
| Drive belt replacement | Every 20,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace CVT drive belt. |
| Transmission oil change | Every 5,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Replace CVT transmission oil. |
| Brake system inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect overall brake system condition. |
| Brake fluid inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 5,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace brake fluid. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hose. |
| Brake rubber parts replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake rubber parts (master cylinder and caliper). |
| Brake light switch inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Suspension system inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Electrical system inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect electrical system. |
| Spark plug inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 5,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect spark plug. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 10,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Easy | Replace spark plug. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts. |
| General safety and chassis fastener inspection | Every 5,000 km · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect condition of bolts, nuts, and fasteners. |
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Easy: basic tools, straightforward Easy–Moderate: varies by task — somewhere between the two Moderate: some mechanical know-how helps Advanced: specialized tools/skill, still DIY-doable Expert: significant experience required Professional: dealer or shop recommended
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