Yamaha YZF-R3 2018 Maintenance Schedule
The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, spark plugs, air filter, general maintenance, valve clearance, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
321ccEngine size
43Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha YZF-R3 Owner's Manual (international/UK spec, km-primary; also cross-checked against 3132338, part no. BR5-F8199-E0, Jun 2017 print, same generation) (this document covers model years 2015–2018): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil change | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining; see manual pages 4-4 and 7-9). |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 20,000 km) · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Replace spark plug. |
| Air filter element replacement | Every 20,000 km · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element (disposable oil-coated paper element — do not clean with compressed air). |
| Fuel line check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Spark plug check, clean and regap | Every 20,000 km (first at 10,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check condition; clean and regap. |
| Valve clearance check and adjustment | Every 40,000 km | Advanced | Check valve clearance and adjust. |
| Fuel injection synchronization check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Adjust synchronization. |
| Muffler and exhaust pipe check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check the screw clamp(s) for looseness. |
| Air induction system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace any damaged parts if necessary. |
| Air filter check hose cleaning | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Clean air filter check hose. |
| Clutch check and adjustment | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check operation and adjust. |
| Front brake check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Front brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace front brake pads. |
| Rear brake check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. |
| Rear brake pad replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace rear brake pads. |
| Brake hoses check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check for correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid change | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheel runout/damage check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check runout and for damage. |
| Tire tread depth and condition check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check tread depth and for damage; check/correct air pressure; replace if necessary. |
| Wheel bearing check | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check bearings for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm operation check | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot lubrication | Every 50,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Lubricate swingarm with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Drive chain adjustment and lubrication | Every 800 km | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate with special O-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. |
| Steering bearing check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Advanced | Check bearing play and steering for roughness. |
| Steering bearing lubrication | Every 20,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Lubricate steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener torque check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand check and lubrication | Every 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 | Advanced | Check operation. |
| Front fork check | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check operation and for oil leakage. |
| Shock absorber assembly check | Every 10,000 km | Advanced | Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage. |
| Engine oil level and leak check | Every 5,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Engine oil filter cartridge replacement | Every 20,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 1,000 km | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Coolant change | Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Easy–Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Front and rear brake switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation. |
| Moving parts and cables lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate moving parts and cables. |
| Throttle grip check/lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check operation; check throttle grip free play, adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights, signals and switches check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check operation; adjust headlight beam. |
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