Kawasaki VN900 Custom 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Kawasaki VN900 Custom maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, valve clearance, coolant, oil, tires, spark plugs, air filter and brake fluid. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
903ccEngine size
51Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2007–2022): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air suction system damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect air suction (secondary air) system for damage (emission-related item). |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance (emission-related item). |
| Radiator hose damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect radiator hoses for damage. |
| Clutch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect clutch play, engagement, and disengagement. |
| Brake hoses damage inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect brake hoses for damage; dealer service item. |
| Uni-trak tie rods bearings lubrication | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate Uni-Trak rear suspension tie rods bearings; dealer service item. |
| Bolts and nuts tightness inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check tightness of bolts and nuts throughout the motorcycle. |
| Fuel hoses replacement | Every 48 months | Professional | Replace fuel hoses; dealer service item. |
| Engine oil replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| 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 (emission-related item). |
| Tire tread wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect tire tread wear for abnormal wear. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 12,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plug (emission-related item). |
| 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 for coolant leaks. |
| Air filter element replacement | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element (emission-related item). |
| 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, pivot points, and cables. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect idle speed (emission-related item). |
| Fuel leak inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect fuel hose and pipe for leaks; dealer service item. |
| Fuel hoses damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect fuel hoses for damage; dealer service item. |
| Fuel hoses installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect fuel hoses installation condition; dealer service item. |
| Radiator hoses installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect radiator hoses installation condition. |
| Evaporative emission control system function inspection (California) | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check function of evaporative emission control system (California models only, emission-related item). |
| Drive belt deflection inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Inspect and adjust final drive belt deflection; dealer service item. |
| Drive belt wear inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Inspect final drive belt for wear; dealer service item. |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire air pressure. |
| Wheels and tires damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires for damage. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect wheel bearings for damage; dealer service item. |
| Brake fluid leak inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid for leaks. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect front and rear brake pads for wear. |
| Brake hose installation condition inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect brake hose installation condition; dealer service item. |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level. |
| 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 | Easy | Inspect front forks and rear shock absorber damping and smooth stroke; dealer service item. |
| Front fork and rear shock absorber oil leak inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect front forks and rear shock absorber for oil leaks; dealer service item. |
| Swing arm pivot lubrication | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate swing arm pivot; dealer service item. |
| Uni-trak rocker arm operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect Uni-Trak rear suspension rocker arm operation; dealer service item. |
| Uni-trak tie rods operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect Uni-Trak rear suspension tie rods operation; dealer service item. |
| Uni-trak rocker arm bearings lubrication | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate Uni-Trak rear suspension rocker arm bearings; dealer service item. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Inspect steering play; dealer service item. |
| Steering stem bearings lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Advanced | Lubricate steering stem bearings; dealer service item. |
| Lights and switches operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect operation of lights and switches. |
| Headlight aiming inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect headlight aiming. |
| Side stand switch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect side stand switch operation. |
| Oil filter replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter; dealer service item. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months · Replace every 24 months | Advanced | Replace coolant; dealer service item. |
| Radiator hoses and O-rings replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Advanced | Replace radiator hoses and O-rings; dealer service item. |
| Brake hoses replacement | Every 48 months | Professional | Replace brake hoses; dealer service item. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Advanced | Replace front and rear brake fluid; dealer service item. |
| Master cylinder and caliper rubber parts replacement | Every 48 months | Professional | Replace rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper; dealer service item. |
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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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