Yamaha XJR1300 Racer 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Yamaha XJR1300 Racer 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 and oil. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1251ccEngine size
39Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha XJR1300C Owner's Manual 2PN-28199-E1 (this document covers model years 2015–2016): manua.ls
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel line inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Spark plug inspection and replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Check condition, clean and regap spark plugs; replace at the specified interval. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 20,000 km | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance. |
| Fuel injection system synchronization | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Adjust fuel injection system (throttle body) synchronization. |
| Muffler and exhaust pipe clamp check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Check the screw clamp(s) for looseness. |
| Air induction system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace any damaged parts. |
| Air filter element replacement | Every 40,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element (disposable oil-coated paper element). |
| Clutch hydraulic system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check clutch operation, hydraulic fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check front brake operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace front brake pads. |
| Rear brake system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check rear brake operation, fluid level, and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Rear brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace rear brake pads. |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check brake hoses for cracks or damage, and for correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake and clutch hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Advanced | Replace brake and clutch hoses. |
| Wheel inspection | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check wheel runout and for 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 | Advanced | Check wheel bearings for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm pivot inspection | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check swingarm operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot lubrication | Every 50,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate swingarm pivot with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| 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 check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Check steering bearing play and steering for roughness. |
| Steering bearing lubrication | Every 20,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Make sure all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Lubricate brake lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Lubricate brake pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Lubricate clutch lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | 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 and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check sidestand switch operation. |
| Front fork inspection | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check front fork operation and for oil leakage. |
| Rear shock absorber inspection | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check shock absorber operation and for oil leakage. |
| Engine oil 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. |
| Engine oil filter element replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Replace engine oil filter element. |
| Front and rear brake switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check front and rear brake light switch operation. |
| Moving parts and cable lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate remaining moving parts and control cables. |
| Throttle grip check and lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check throttle grip operation and 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–Moderate | Check operation of lights, turn signals and switches; adjust headlight beam. |
| Brake and clutch hydraulic system overhaul | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Professional | Replace internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and the clutch master and release cylinders; change the brake and clutch fluid. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
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