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Fantic · Two-stroke single, premix, chain drive

XE 125

Library entry covers 2021-2024

37 factory 52 guideline

Published source

Fantic XX 125 / XE 125 Use and Maintenance Manual Rev00/2020, maintenance table (XE 125 amateur version) pp.46-47

Factory owner's handbook. Covers Fantic XX 125 / XE 125 use and maintenance manual, Rev00 / 2020; XE 125 amateur-version table.

89 items for a 2021 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
Two-stroke
Engine lubrication
Two-stroke premix (oil in fuel)
Oil filtration
None (no filter)
Valve gear
None (two-stroke porting)
Ignition
Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging
Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery
Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system
Single carburetor
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Primary drive
Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil
Separate gearbox 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
Spoked, tubed
Sidecar
No sidecar
Maintenance schedule

2021 Fantic XE 125

On the road: every 200 km

1 item
  • Check two-stroke oil tank / carry premix oil
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

    Running a two-stroke out of oil seizes it. Injection bikes: check the tank. Premix: carry oil and a measure.

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 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item
  • Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

Every 3,000 km or 12 months

1 item
  • Replace spark plugs (two-stroke)
    Engine
    Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

11 items
  • Check throttle cable(s) free play and return
    Fuel and air
    Guideline
  • Clean fuel tap filter / sediment bowl
    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 spoke tension and wheel true
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline
  • Check wheel bearings for play
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 2 years

1 item
  • Decarbonize exhaust ports, pipes and baffles
    Engine
    Guideline

    Two-strokes coke up the exhaust port and muffler baffles; power falls off gradually.

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 9,500 km or 12 months

8 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.

  • Clean carburetor float bowl(s), check float level and jets
    Fuel and air
    Guideline

    Ethanol fuel varnishes old carbs quickly in storage.

  • 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 16,000 km or 2 years

2 items
  • Compression test (or leak-down)
    Engine
    Guideline
  • Change gearbox oil
    Primary and gearbox
    Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

3 items
  • Replace air filter element
    Fuel and air
    Guideline
  • Clean and grease rear suspension linkage
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline
  • Grease swingarm pivot
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

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 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 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item
  • Replace swingarm bushes / bearings
    Rear suspension and frame
    Guideline

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item
  • Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs
    Front end
    Guideline

Every 10 h

25 items
  • Cooling system (check coolant level and leaks)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): check coolant level and leakage after break-in and every 10 hours; inspect hoses every 10 hours; check radiator cap operation as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Cylinder (inspect, clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect and clean after break-in and every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Cylinder head (inspect, clean, retighten)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Muffler (inspect, retighten)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours; clean every 20 hours; replace fiber as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Outside nuts and bolts (retighten)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Piston (inspect, clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect and clean after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Piston pin and small end bearing (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Piston ring (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Spark plug (inspect, clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • YPVS exhaust valve (inspect, clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Air filter (clean, lubricate)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): clean and lubricate after break-in and every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Carburetor (inspect, adjust, clean)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Fuel tank cock (clean, inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Clutch (inspect, adjust)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect and adjust after break-in and every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Drive chain (lubricate, slack, alignment)
    Final drive
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours; replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Drive chain guide and rollers (inspect)
    Final drive
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): inspect after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Front fork oil seal and dust seal (clean, lube)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): clean and lube after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Front forks (inspect, adjust)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): inspect and adjust after break-in and every 10 hours; replace oil after break-in. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Steering head (inspect free play, retighten)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): inspect free play and retighten after break-in and every 10 hours; replace bearing as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Frame (clean, inspect)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Rear shock absorber (inspect, adjust, retighten)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): inspect, adjust and retighten after break-in and every 10 hours; lube every 10 hours and after riding in rain. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Swingarm (inspect, lube, retighten)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Brakes (levers, pedal, discs, fluid, bolts)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): adjust lever position and pedal height, lubricate pivot point, check disc surface, check fluid level and leakage, retighten disc, caliper, master cylinder and union bolts after break-in and every 10 hours; replace pads as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Tires and wheels (pressure, runout, wear, spokes, sprocket bolt)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): inspect air pressure, wheel runout, tire wear and spoke looseness and retighten the sprocket bolt after break-in and every 10 hours; inspect or replace bearings and lubricate every 10 hours; replace bearings as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Throttle and control cables (check routing, lubricate)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): check routing and connection and lubricate after break-in and every 10 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

Every 20 h

7 items
  • Crankshaft (inspect, clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect and clean every 20 hours and as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Muffler (clean)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): clean every 20 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Piston (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): replace every 20 hours and as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Rotor nut (retighten)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): retighten after break-in and every 20 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Transmission oil (replace)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): replace oil after break-in and every 20 hours; inspect or replace bearing as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Front fork oil (replace)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): replace oil after break-in and every 20 hours; replace oil seal as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Steering head (clean, lube)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): clean and lube every 20 hours. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

Every 6 months

1 item
  • Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap
    Ignition and electrics
    Guideline

Every 12 months

1 item
  • Brake fluid (replace)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): replace brake fluid every one year. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

Every 2 years

5 items
  • Coolant (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): replace coolant every two years. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • 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
  • 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

2 items
  • Replace inner tubes and rim tape with tires
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline
  • Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)
    Wheels and tires
    Guideline

No interval set

3 items
  • Piston ring (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Protector guide (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.47): replace as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

  • Shift fork, shift cam, guide bar (inspect)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Maintenance table, XE 125 amateur version (p.46): inspect as required. Columns: after break-in, every 10 hours, every 20 hours, as required. Weather, terrain, location and use change the intervals; check earlier in rain or dirt. Timely service with documentation is needed for the warranty.

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.

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