Yamaha XMAX 250 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Yamaha XMAX 250 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, air filter, brake fluid, tires, oil and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
249ccEngine size
37Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha Motor Genuine Owner's Manual (mirror: bike-parts-yam.com) (this document covers model years 2005–2016): bike-parts-yam.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Line Hose Inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Spark Plug Check/Clean | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Check condition, clean and regap. |
| Valve Clearance Inspection | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) | Advanced | Check valve clearance; adjust. |
| Fuel Injection Idle Speed Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check engine idle speed. |
| Muffler/Exhaust Clamp Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check screw clamp(s) for looseness. |
| Air Filter Element Replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) | Easy | Replace. |
| Air Filter Hose Cleaning | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Clean air filter hose. |
| V-Belt Case Air Filter Cleaning | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Clean; replace if necessary. |
| Front Brake Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level and leakage. |
| Front Brake Pad Replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace brake pads. |
| Rear Brake Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level and leakage. |
| Rear Brake Pad Replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace brake pads. |
| Brake Hose Inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Check for cracks/damage and correct routing/clamping. |
| Brake Fluid Change | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheels Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check runout and for damage. |
| Tires Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check tread depth/damage and air pressure; replace/correct if necessary. |
| Wheel Bearings Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check for looseness or damage. |
| Steering Bearings Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing play and steering for roughness. |
| Steering Bearings Lubrication | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) | Moderate | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis Fasteners Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Ensure nuts/bolts/screws properly tightened. |
| Front Brake Lever Pivot Lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with silicone grease. |
| Rear Brake Lever Pivot Lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with silicone grease. |
| Sidestand/Centerstand Check and Lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation; lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand Switch Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check operation. |
| Front Fork Inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage. |
| Shock Absorber Inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage. |
| Engine Oil Change | Every 3,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Change (see pages 3-8, 6-10). |
| Engine Oil Level Check | Every 3,000 km (first at 3,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Engine Oil Strainer Cleaning | See notes | Moderate | Clean. |
| Cooling System Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 36 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Final Transmission Oil Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Final Transmission Oil Change | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Change. |
| V-Belt Replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) | Moderate | Replace. |
| Front/Rear Brake Switch Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation. |
| Moving Parts and Cables Lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate. |
| Throttle Grip/Cable Check and Lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check throttle grip free play, adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights/Signals/Switches Check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation; adjust headlight beam. |
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