Kawasaki Z300 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Kawasaki Z300 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for air filter, general maintenance, coolant, valve clearance, oil, tires, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid and spark plugs. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
296ccEngine size
36Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (KTIVS EU manuals portal) (this document covers model years 2015–2017): pws.ktivs.net
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Easy | Replace air cleaner element (more frequently in severe/dusty conditions). |
| Throttle control system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect throttle control system for play and smooth return. |
| Fuel system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect fuel system for leaks and proper operation. |
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Cooling system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect cooling system for leaks and correct operation. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace coolant, water hoses, and O-rings. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Air suction system inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect air suction (secondary air) system. |
| Clutch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect clutch play, engagement, and disengagement. |
| Engine oil & filter change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect tire air pressure. |
| Wheels and tires inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires for damage. |
| Drive chain inspection & lubrication | Every 600 km | Easy | Inspect and lubricate drive chain. |
| 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. |
| Drive chain guide wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain guide for wear. |
| Brake operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake effectiveness, play, and drag. |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level, front and rear. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front and rear brake fluid. |
| Master cylinder & caliper rubber parts replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect brake pad wear. |
| Brake light switch operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Suspension system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Rear suspension lubrication | Every 24,000 km | Moderate | Lubricate rear suspension linkage. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect steering for play. |
| Steering stem bearing lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Lubricate steering stem bearing. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts (pivots, cables, stands). |
| General safety & chassis inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect condition of bolts, nuts, and fasteners. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect engine vacuum synchronization across cylinders. |
| Brake system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect overall brake system condition. |
| Electrical system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect electrical system. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect engine coolant level. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect wheel bearings for damage. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
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