Yamaha XT1200ZE Super Ténéré 2020 Maintenance Schedule
The 2020 Yamaha XT1200ZE Super Ténéré 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.
1200ccEngine size
45Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha XT1200ZE Super Ténéré ABS Owner's Manual BP9-28199-E1 (this document covers model years 2018–2020): bike-parts-yam.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel line inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plug inspection and cleaning | Every 20,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check spark plug condition; adjust gap and clean. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 40,000 km (first at 40,000 km) | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance. |
| Fuel injection idle speed inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check engine idle speed. |
| Fuel injection synchronization | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Check and adjust fuel injection synchronization. |
| Exhaust system inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check exhaust system for leakage; tighten and replace gaskets if necessary. |
| Evaporative emission control system inspection | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check evaporative emission control system (canister) for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Diagnostic system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Professional | Perform dynamic inspection using Yamaha diagnostic tool; check error codes. |
| Air filter replacement | Every 40,000 km (first at 40,000 km) | Easy | Replace air filter element (disposable oil-coated paper type - do not clean with compressed air). |
| Clutch inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check clutch operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check front brake operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace front brake pads if necessary. |
| Rear brake inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check rear brake operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. |
| Rear brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace rear brake pads if necessary. |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check brake hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace brake fluid. |
| Wheel spoke and runout inspection | Every 5,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check wheel runout and for damage; tighten all spokes. |
| Tire inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Easy | Check tire tread depth and for damage; check air pressure; replace/correct as necessary. |
| Wheel bearing inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check wheel bearings for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm pivot bearing inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check swingarm pivot bearing operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot bearing lubrication | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Moderate | Lubricate swingarm pivot bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Steering bearing inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check steering bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Steering bearing repack | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Advanced | Moderately repack steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Make sure all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate brake lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate brake pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate clutch lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate shift pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand maintenance | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check sidestand operation and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand switch inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check sidestand switch operation; replace if necessary. |
| Front fork inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check front fork operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Shock absorber inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check shock absorber assembly operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear suspension relay arm inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Moderate | Check rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting point 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 replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Final drive oil level inspection | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check final gear oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Final drive oil change | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Change final gear oil. |
| Brake switch inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front and rear brake switch operation. |
| Moving parts and cable lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate moving parts and cables. |
| Throttle grip and cable maintenance | Every 10,000 km (first at 10,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check throttle grip housing and cable operation and free play; adjust; lubricate cable, grip housing, and grip warmer wire/housing. |
| Lights and switches inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check lights, signals and switches operation; adjust headlight beam. |
| Coolant replacement | Every 10,000 km · Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Moderate | Change coolant. |
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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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