Yamaha VMAX 1700 2017 Maintenance Schedule
The 2017 Yamaha VMAX 1700 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, coolant, valve clearance, air filter, brake fluid, tires and oil. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1679ccEngine size
44Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha VMAX Owner's Manual (2CE-28199-E1) (this document covers model years 2016–2019): manuals.co.uk
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel line - check for cracks or damage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plugs - check condition and clean | Every 20,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check condition; clean. |
| Spark plugs - replace | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Replace spark plug. |
| Sidestand switch - check operation | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation and replace if necessary. |
| Cooling system - change coolant | Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Easy–Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Valve clearance - check and adjust | Every 40,000 km (first at 40,000 km) | Advanced | Check valve clearance; adjust. |
| Fuel injection system - adjust synchronization | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Adjust synchronization. |
| Mufflers and exhaust pipes - check screw clamps | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check the screw clamps for looseness. |
| Air induction system - check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace any damaged parts if necessary. |
| Air filter element - replace | Replace every 40,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element. |
| Clutch - check operation, fluid level and leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake - check operation, fluid level and leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake - replace brake pads | See notes | Moderate | Replace brake pads. |
| Rear brake - check operation, fluid level and leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Rear brake - replace brake pads | See notes | Moderate | Replace brake pads. |
| Brake hoses - check for cracks or damage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check 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 - change | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Advanced | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheels - check runout and for damage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check runout and for damage. |
| Tires - check tread depth and air pressure | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tread depth and for damage; replace if necessary; check air pressure and correct if necessary. |
| Wheel bearings - check for looseness or damage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm - check operation and play | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm - lubricate pivots | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Moderate | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Steering bearings - check play and roughness | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing play and steering for roughness. |
| Steering bearings - lubricate | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Moderate | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fasteners - check tightness | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with silicone grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand - check and lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation; lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Front fork - check operation and oil leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Shock absorber assembly - check operation and oil leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm - check operation | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation. |
| Engine oil - change | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining); check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Engine oil filter cartridge - replace | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy | Replace oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system - check coolant level and leakage | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| EXUP system - check cable and pulley position | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation, cable free play and pulley position. |
| Final gear oil - check level and leakage | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Final gear oil - change | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Moderate | Change final gear oil. |
| Front and rear brake switches - check operation | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation. |
| Moving parts and cables - lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate. |
| Throttle grip - check, adjust and lubricate | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation and free play; adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights, signals and switches - check and adjust | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 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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