Kawasaki Z800 2014 Maintenance Schedule
The 2014 Kawasaki Z800 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, drive chain maintenance, air filter, coolant, valve clearance, oil, tires and brake fluid. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2013–2016): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air suction system inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect air suction (secondary air) system. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect steering for play. |
| Steering stem bearing lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Lubricate steering stem bearings. |
| Electrical system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect electrical system operation. |
| Spark plugs replacement | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts (levers, pedals, stands, etc). |
| 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 hoses replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hoses. |
| Drive chain slack inspection | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Inspect and adjust drive chain slack. |
| Air cleaner element inspection | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Inspect air cleaner element. |
| Suspension system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 36,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
| 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, no drag. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Synchronize throttle body vacuum readings across cylinders. |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect coolant level between level lines. |
| Cooling system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect cooling system for leaks and correct operation. |
| Coolant, water hose and O-ring replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace coolant, water hose, and O-ring. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km · Every 48 months | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearances. |
| 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 (*C). |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect and adjust tire air pressure. |
| Wheels and tires inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires for damage and wear. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect wheel bearings for damage. |
| Drive chain lubrication condition inspection | Every 600 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain lubrication condition and lubricate. |
| 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 system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect overall brake system condition. |
| 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 brake fluid front and rear. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake master cylinder and 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. |
| Condition of bolts, nuts and fasteners inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check for loose or missing bolts, nuts and fasteners. |
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