Yamaha FZ8 Fazer 2014 Maintenance Schedule
The 2014 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, general maintenance, spark plugs, tires, drive chain maintenance, coolant, air filter, valve clearance and brake fluid. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
779ccEngine size
40Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha FZ8-S/FZ8-SA Owner's Manual 42P-28199-EE (this document covers model years 2010–2015): bike-parts-yamaha.pl
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter change | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil; check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Fuel line inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Spark plug check/clean/regap | Every 10,000 km · Replace every 20,000 km | Moderate | Check condition, clean and regap spark plugs; replace at 20000 km. |
| Fuel injection idle speed & synchronization | Every 1,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization. |
| Muffler and exhaust pipe clamp check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check the screw clamp(s) for looseness. |
| Air induction system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace the entire air induction system if necessary. |
| Clutch operation check and adjustment | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check clutch operation and adjust. |
| Front brake inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage (front brake). |
| Front brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace front brake pads. |
| Rear brake inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage (rear brake). |
| Rear brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace rear brake pads. |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check brake hoses for cracks or damage, correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Wheel runout inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check wheels for runout and damage. |
| Tire inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check tread depth and for damage, replace if necessary, check and correct air pressure. |
| Wheel bearing inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check wheel bearings for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check swingarm operation and for excessive play. |
| Drive chain maintenance | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate with a special O-ring chain lubricant. |
| Steering bearing play check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing play and steering for roughness. |
| Steering bearing lubrication | Every 20,000 km | Moderate | Lubricate steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate brake lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate brake pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate clutch lever pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate shift pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand check and lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check sidestand operation; lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check sidestand switch operation. |
| Front fork inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check front fork operation and for oil leakage. |
| Shock absorber inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check shock absorber operation and for oil leakage. |
| Rear suspension linkage inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check operation of rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points. |
| Engine oil filter cartridge replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Front and rear brake switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front and rear brake switch operation. |
| Moving parts and cables lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate moving parts and cables. |
| Throttle grip check, adjust and lubricate | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation and throttle grip free play, adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights, signals and switches check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation of lights, signals and switches; adjust headlight beam. |
| Air filter replacement | Every 40,000 km · Replace every 40,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 40,000 km | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace brake fluid. |
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