Kawasaki Z800 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Kawasaki Z800 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, general maintenance, tires, drive chain maintenance, air filter, coolant, brake fluid, valve clearance and spark plugs. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
806ccEngine size
35Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2013–2016): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter (*C). |
| 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. |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect and adjust tire air pressure. |
| Drive chain slack inspection | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Inspect and adjust drive chain slack. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 36,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 light switch operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Air cleaner element inspection | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Inspect air cleaner element. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect and adjust idle speed. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Synchronize throttle body vacuum readings across cylinders. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Suspension system inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| 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). |
| 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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