Kawasaki Z400 2022 Maintenance Schedule
The 2022 Kawasaki Z400 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, air filter, tires, drive chain maintenance, spark plugs, coolant, valve clearance, oil and brake fluid. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
399ccEngine size
38Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2019–2023): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine vacuum synchronization check | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Check/synchronize engine vacuum. |
| Fuel system check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check fuel system for leaks/proper operation. |
| Idle speed check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check and adjust idle speed. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element (more frequently in severe/dusty conditions). |
| Throttle control system check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check throttle control system play, smooth return, no drag. |
| Tire air pressure check | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire air pressure when cold. |
| Wheel and tire check | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check wheel and tire condition/wear. |
| Wheel bearing damage check | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check wheel bearings for damage. |
| Drive chain lubrication condition check | Every 600 km | Easy | Check drive chain lubrication condition. |
| Drive chain slack check | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Check and adjust drive chain slack. |
| Steering play check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check steering play/looseness. |
| Steering stem bearing lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Lubricate steering stem bearing. |
| Electrical system check | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check electrical system operation. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Fuel filter replacement | Every 24,000 km | Moderate | Replace fuel filter. |
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Evaporative emission control system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check evaporative emission control system (California models). |
| Coolant level check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check coolant level. |
| Cooling system check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check cooling system for leaks. |
| Coolant, water hose and O-ring replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace coolant, water hose, and O-ring. |
| Valve clearance check | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance. |
| Air suction system check | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Check air suction (secondary air) system. |
| Clutch operation check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check clutch play, engagement, disengagement. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil and oil filter. |
| Drive chain wear check | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Check drive chain for wear. |
| Drive chain guide wear check | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Check drive chain guide for wear. |
| Brake system check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check overall brake system. |
| Brake operation check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake effectiveness, play, no drag. |
| Brake fluid level check | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front and rear brake fluid level. |
| Brake fluid change | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front and rear brake fluid. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Advanced | Replace rubber seals/dust seals of brake master cylinder and caliper. |
| Brake pad wear check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check brake pad wear. |
| Brake light switch operation check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check brake light switch operation. |
| Suspension system check | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front and rear suspension operation. |
| Lubrication of rear suspension | Every 24,000 km | Moderate | Lubricate rear suspension linkage. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts, pivots, and cables. |
| Bolts, nuts, and fasteners tightness check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check tightness of chassis bolts, nuts, and fasteners. |
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