Yamaha Tracer 900 2018 Maintenance Schedule
The 2018 Yamaha Tracer 900 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, valve clearance, air filter, general maintenance, spark plugs, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
847ccEngine size
43Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha TRACER MTT9K 2019 Owner's Manual (US spec, via ManualsLib doc 3350020) (this document covers model years 2018–2020): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining). |
| Engine oil filter replacement | 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. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 42,000 km (first at 42,000 km) | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance with engine cold. |
| Air filter element replacement | Every 37,000 km · Replace every 37,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element. |
| Fuel line inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plug inspection and cleaning | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check spark plug condition; adjust gap and clean. |
| Crankcase breather system inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check crankcase breather hose for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Fuel injection system synchronization | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Advanced | Adjust fuel injection throttle body synchronization. |
| Evaporative emission control system check | See notes | Moderate | Check evaporative emission control system for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Air induction system inspection | See notes | Moderate | Check air cut-off valve, reed valve and hose for damage; replace damaged parts 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. |
| Clutch check, adjustment or cable replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check clutch operation; adjust or replace cable. |
| Front brake system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check front brake operation, fluid level, and check vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace front brake pads if necessary. |
| Rear brake system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check rear brake operation, fluid level, and check vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Rear brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace rear brake pads if necessary. |
| Brake hoses inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check brake hoses for cracks or damage; check for correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake hose replacement | Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid change | Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheel runout and damage check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check wheel runout and for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Tire condition and pressure check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check tire tread depth and for damage; check and correct air pressure; replace if necessary. |
| Wheel bearing check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check wheel bearings for smooth operation; replace if necessary. |
| Swingarm pivot bearing check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check swingarm pivot bearing operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot lubrication | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Moderate | Moderately repack swingarm pivot bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Drive chain check, adjustment and lubrication | Every 800 km (first at 800 km) | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate with special O-ring chain lubricant. |
| Steering bearing looseness check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check steering bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Steering bearing lubrication | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) | Moderate | Moderately repack steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check all chassis fitting and fasteners; correct if necessary. |
| Brake lever pivot lubrication | 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 lubrication | 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 lubrication | 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 lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to shift pedal pivot shaft. |
| Centerstand and sidestand pivot lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check operation; apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly to centerstand and sidestand pivots. |
| Sidestand switch check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check sidestand switch operation and replace if necessary. |
| Front fork check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check front fork operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Shock absorber check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Moderate | Check rear shock absorber assembly operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear suspension link pivot check | See notes | Moderate | Check rear suspension link pivots operation; correct if necessary. |
| Cooling system hose check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Coolant change | Every 25,000 km (first at 25,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Brake light switch check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check front and rear brake light switch operation. |
| Control cable lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly to control cables. |
| Throttle grip check and lubrication | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy–Moderate | Check throttle grip operation and free play, adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights, signals and switches check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Check lights, signals and switches operation; adjust headlight beam. |
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