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

Scram 411

Library entry covers 2023-2024

47 factory 49 guideline

Published source

Royal Enfield Scram 411 Owner's Manual (Euro V), periodical maintenance printed pp.58-64 (copy hosted by A&S Powersports)

Factory source. Covers Royal Enfield Scram 411 owner's manual (Euro V), part no. RAM00465/A, edition January 2022; other editions not compared.

96 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: Air / oil 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: Spoked, tubed
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2024 Royal Enfield Scram 411

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 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,000 km

4 items

Clutch free play (adjust)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): adjust every 1,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Drive chain (clean, lubricate, adjust)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&A at 500 km, then every 1,000 km (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Rear brake pedal free play (adjust)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): adjust every 1,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Hand levers, stands, footrest pivots and gear shift lever (lubricate)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): lubricate every 1,000 km (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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

31 items

All mounting fasteners (inspect and tighten)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&T at 500 km and every 5,000 km, at an authorized dealer (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Evaporative emission rubber hoses (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; R at 40,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
HT lead (inspect for cracks)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Intake and exhaust valve clearance (inspect and adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&A at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Intake manifold rubber hose (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Oil cooler inlet and outlet pipes (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
PAV pipes and hose clip (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; R at 40,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Rear suspension linkages (inspect, lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km, then every 5,000 km; replace if necessary (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Spark plug (clean and adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): C&A at 500 km and every 5,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Starter motor and relay connections (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Air filter element (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): C at 500 km and at 5,000, 15,000, 25,000, 35,000 and 45,000 km; clean or replace more often in dusty or off-road use. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Air filter to throttle body hose (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; R at 40,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Fuel hose and clip (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; R at 40,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Fuel pump mounting screws (check tightness)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): check at all services. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Battery terminals (clean, apply petroleum jelly)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): C at 500 km and every 5,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Clutch cable (inspect, adjust, replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&A at 500 km to 15,000 km; I/A/R from 20,000 km at every 5,000 km service. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Clutch slippage (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Cam chain, chain pads and auto tensioner (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; I&R at 50,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Front fork oil and leaks (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Steering head bearings (inspect, adjust, lubricate)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&A at 500 km, then every 5,000 km; replace if necessary (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Side stand switch operation (inspect)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Swingarm pivot bearings (inspect, lubricate)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km, then every 5,000 km; replace if necessary (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Brake fluid, front and rear (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Brake hoses and washers, front and rear (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Brake pads, front and rear (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Rear brake pedal pivot (lubricate)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): L at 500 km and every 5,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Rear wheel cush rubbers (inspect, replace)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km to 15,000 km; I&R from 20,000 km at every 5,000 km service (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Spoke tightness and rim runout (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Tire wear pattern (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months; replace the tire when the wear indicator is reached (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Wheel bearings play (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I at 500 km and every 5,000 km or 6 months (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Accelerator cable (inspect, adjust, replace)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&A at 500 km to 15,000 km; I/A/R from 20,000 km at every 5,000 km service. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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 spoke tension and wheel true

Wheels and tires

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

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

6 items

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

6 items

Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 500 km and every 10,000 km or 12 months; I at the 5,000 km steps between; check level every 1,000 km. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Engine oil filter element (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 500 km and every 10,000 km or 12 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Engine oil strainer on crankcase LH (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): C at 500 km and every 10,000 km or 12 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Ground wire eyelet tightness (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I every 10,000 km or 12 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Throttle body (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): remove and clean with a dry microfiber cloth every 10,000 km or 12 months; throttle body cleaners and solvents are prohibited. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Air filter element (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R every 10,000 km or 12 months. Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

Every 13,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline

Every 15,000 km or 18 months

1 item

Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 15,000, 30,000 and 45,000 km (18, 36 and 54 months). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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

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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

2 items

Front fork oil (replace)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 20,000 and 40,000 km (24 and 48 months). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Brake fluid, front and rear (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 20,000 and 40,000 km (24 and 48 months) (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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 25,000 km or 30 months

1 item

Wheel bearings (replace)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): I&R at 25,000 and 50,000 km (30 and 60 months) (#). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 4 years

2 items

Air filter hose, PAV pipes and evaporative hoses (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 40,000 km (48 months). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.
Fuel hose and clip (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance chart (printed pp.58-64): R at 40,000 km (48 months). Columns as printed: 500 km (300 mi, 1.5 months), then every 5,000 km (3,000 mi, 6 months) to 50,000 km (31,000 mi, 60 months); after 50,000 km repeat the same frequency. Key: A adjust, C clean, I inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary), T re-tighten, L lubricate, R replace. Items marked # need more frequent service in wet or dusty areas, rain or full-throttle riding.

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 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

3 items

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

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.