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CFMoto · Overhead-cam four-stroke single, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, chain drive

300CL-X

Library entry covers 2024

43 factory 50 guideline

Published source

CFMOTO 250CL-X / 300CL-X owner's manual, Break-in and Periodic Maintenance Interval tables printed pp.62-70 (ManualsLib)

Factory owner's handbook. Covers CFMOTO 250CL-X / 300CL-X owner's manual (ManualsLib copy); no year printed on the pages read.

93 items for a 2024 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, screw/locknut adjusters
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Chain
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2024 CFMoto 300CL-X

On the road: every 300 km

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

3 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Lubricate drive chain

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Lube warm, ideally at the end of the riding day so it soaks in overnight. Sooner after rain.

On the road: every 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 600 km

1 item

Chain (lubricate)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Chain lubrication every 600 km (miles column not printed); check after riding on rainy days.

Every 1,000 km

2 items

Break-in service

Engine

Factory

Factory: Break-in maintenance interval (printed pp.62-63): at 600 miles (1000 km): replace engine oil and oil filter; inspect idle; inspect throttle system; inspect/adjust drive chain and sprockets; inspect functions of electrical parts, battery and fuses; inspect brake discs, pads, fluid level, brake lever free play and brake hoses for damage and sealing; inspect tires, tire pressure and wheel bearings; inspect rear shock and front forks for leaking; inspect coolant level, coolant, radiator fan function and coolant hoses; inspect steering bearings.
Chain tightness (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Chain tightness: inspect every 1000 km (miles column not printed).

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 6 months

4 items

Engine oil and oil filter (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6 months, 3000 miles, 5000 km: replace.
Fuses or circuit breakers (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6 months, 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect, replace if necessary.
Oil strainer (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6 months, 3000 miles, 5000 km: clean.
Battery (inspect)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6 months, 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect, charge if necessary.

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

10 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Guideline

Non O-ring chains on old machines: remove, clean, soak in hot chain grease or lube, refit with the master link clip closed end leading.
Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline
Cables and wires (inspect)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect for damage, bending and routing. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 5,000 km

6 items

Spark plug (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Suspension system (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Throttle system (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect.
Throttle valve (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: clean. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Air filter element (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: clean; severe-use item. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Clutch (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 3000 miles, 5000 km: inspect. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.
Replace oil filter

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 10,000 km or 12 months

19 items

Bolts and nuts (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for fastness. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Coolant hoses (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Coolant level (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, add coolant if necessary.
Diagnostic connector (read with PDA)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: read with PDA. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Functions of electrical parts (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Moving parts (lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: lubricate, inspect for flexibility. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Pipes, ducts, hoses and sleeves (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for cracks, sealing and routing. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Radiator fan (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Wires (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for damage, bending and routing. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Rear shock absorber and front forks (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for leaking (maintain according to requirement). Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Steering bearings (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Brake discs (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary.
Brake fluid level (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, add brake fluid if necessary.
Brake hoses (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for damage and sealing. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Brake lever (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect for free play.
Brake pads (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary; severe-use item.
Front and rear brake system (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary.
Tire condition (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary.
Tire pressure (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 12 months, 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, inflate if necessary.

Every 10,000 km

5 items

Idle (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect.
Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6000 miles, 10000 km: replace. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Chain guard (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 10000 km (the miles column prints "12M").
Chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket wear (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 10000 km: inspect, replace if necessary (the miles column prints "12M").
Wheel bearings (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 6000 miles, 10000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 13,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

4 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 20,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Air filter element (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 24 months, 12000 miles, 20000 km: replace; severe-use item. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 29,000 km

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 30,000 km

1 item

Frame (inspect)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 18000 miles, 30000 km: inspect, service or replace if necessary.

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 35,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Coolant (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 24 months, 21000 miles, 35000 km: replace. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 40,000 km

1 item

Valve clearance (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 24000 miles, 40000 km: inspect. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

5 items

Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Brake fluid (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance interval (printed pp.65-70), whichever interval comes first. Severe-use items: reduce interval by 50% on vehicles subjected to severe use. Every 24 months: replace. Have an authorised dealer perform repairs that involve this component or system.
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 4 years

3 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Guideline
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.