Yamaha Ténéré 700 Explore 2023 Maintenance Schedule
The 2023 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Explore maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, air filter, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, oil and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
689ccEngine size
43Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha Ténéré 700 Owner's Manual (model code XTZ07AS, document BRL-28199-70, mirrored at manualslib.com/manual/3683413/Yamaha-Tenere-700-2025.html) (this document covers model years 2023–2025): library.ymcapps.net
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel line | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plugs - check and clean | Every 12,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check condition; adjust gap and clean. |
| Spark plugs - replace | Every 12,000 km (first at 13,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Spark arrester | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Clean spark arrester. |
| Valve clearance | Every 42,000 km (first at 42,000 km) | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. |
| Crankcase breather system | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check breather hose for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Fuel injection synchronization | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Advanced | Adjust fuel injection synchronization. |
| Exhaust system | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check for leakage; tighten if necessary; replace gasket(s) if necessary. |
| Diagnostic system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Advanced | Perform dynamic inspection using Yamaha diagnostic tool; check error codes. |
| Air filter element | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) | Easy | Replace air filter element (disposable oil-coated paper element - do not clean with compressed air). |
| Air filter check hose | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Clean air filter check hose. |
| Clutch | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check clutch operation; adjust or replace cable. |
| Front brake | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Rear brake | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Brake hoses - check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check hoses for cracks or damage; check for correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake hoses - replace | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheels | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check runout, spoke tightness, and for damage; tighten spokes if necessary. |
| Tires | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check tread depth and for damage; replace if necessary; check air pressure and correct if necessary. |
| Wheel bearings | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Advanced | Check bearings for smooth operation; replace if necessary. |
| Swingarm pivot bearings - check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot bearings - repack | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Advanced | Moderately repack swingarm pivot bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Drive chain | Every 1,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. |
| Steering bearings - check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Steering bearings - repack | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) | Advanced | Moderately repack steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fasteners | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check all chassis fittings and fasteners; correct if necessary. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply silicone grease lightly to brake lever pivot shaft. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to brake pedal pivot shaft. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to clutch lever pivot shaft. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to shift pedal pivot shaft. |
| Sidestand pivot | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check operation; apply molybdenum disulfide grease lightly. |
| Sidestand switch | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check operation and replace if necessary. |
| Front fork | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Shock absorber assembly | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear suspension link pivots | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) | Moderate | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to rear suspension link pivots. |
| Engine oil | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining). |
| Engine oil filter cartridge | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system - check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Cooling system - change coolant | Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Easy–Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Front and rear brake switches | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check operation of front and rear brake switches. |
| Control cables | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly. |
| Throttle grip | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check operation; lubricate throttle grip housing tube guides. |
| Lights, signals and switches | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check operation; adjust headlight beam. |
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Easy: basic tools, straightforward Easy–Moderate: varies by task — somewhere between the two Moderate: some mechanical know-how helps Advanced: specialized tools/skill, still DIY-doable Expert: significant experience required Professional: dealer or shop recommended
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