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SYM · Overhead-cam four-stroke single, wet sump, separate gearbox oil, CVT belt drive

Fiddle 125

Library entry covers 2010-2025

32 factory 48 guideline

Published source

SYM 2009 FIDDLE II 125 Owner's Manual, Periodical Maintenance Schedule printed p.23 (ManualsLib 943663 page 24)

Factory owner's handbook. Covers SYM 2009 FIDDLE II 125 owner's manual; covers the Fiddle II only.

80 items for a 2022 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: Separate gearbox oil
Clutch control: Automatic or semi-automatic
Final drive: Belt CVT, scooter automatic
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Drum (or band / belt rim)
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2022 SYM Fiddle 125

On the road: every 200 mi

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 300 mi

2 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 600 mi or 1 month

9 items

Bolts/nuts for each component (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Crankcase leakage (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Engine oil (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: R at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Engine oil row also prints "Replacement for every 3000KM". Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Air cleaner element (inspect/clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); C at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Remark 1: clean or replace the air cleaner element more often when the motorcycle is operated on dusty roads or in a heavily polluted environment. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Battery (inspect)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Transmission leakage (check)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Brake mechanism/brake lining (pad) (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Tire, pressure (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Throttle valve operation and cable (inspect)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 1,000 km or 1 month. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 1,000 mi or 6 months

2 items

Adjust rear drum brake and rod / cable linkage

Brakes

Guideline
Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 1,900 mi or 3 months

6 items

Crankcase blow-by system (PCV) (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Engine bolts and nuts (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Spark plug (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Fuel tank switch and lines (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Cam chain/ignition time (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Steering bearing and handles (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 3,000 km or 3 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 1,900 mi

1 item

Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: Engine oil: R at new (300 km); printed across the columns: Replacement for every 3000KM. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

8 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Adjust automatic / semi-automatic clutch

Primary and gearbox

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

Every 3,100 mi or 5 months

1 item

Transmission oil (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: Transmission oil: R at new (300 km); printed across the columns: Replacement for every 5000KM (5 Months). Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 3,700 mi or 6 months

11 items

Cylinder head, cylinder, and piston (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Drive belt/roller (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Front/rear suspension (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Oil filter screen (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: C at new (300 km); C at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Valve clearance (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Air cleaner element, paper (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: R(paper) at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Carburetor idle speed (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Exhaust system/cleaning carbon (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Clutch disk (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Main/side stands (inspect, lubricate)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I/L at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Shock absorbers (inspect)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km); I at every 6,000 km or 6 months. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 4,000 mi or 12 months

3 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Inspect CVT drive belt, rollers / sliders and clutch shoes

Final drive

Guideline

Typical scooter interval. Your owner's manual figure governs; check belt width against the service limit.
Lubricate brake cam spindles, check linings and drums

Brakes

Guideline

Every 5,000 mi 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 6,000 mi 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 7,500 mi or 12 months

3 items

Drive belt/roller (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: R at every 12,000 km or 1 year. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: R at every 12,000 km or 1 year. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.
Air cleaner element, sponge (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: R(sponge) at every 12,000 km or 1 year. Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

Every 8,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

2 items

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline
Change gearbox oil

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi 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 12,000 mi or 3 years

1 item

Replace CVT drive belt

Final drive

Guideline

Typical scooter interval, or sooner if the belt is cracked, glazed or below its width limit.

Every 15,000 mi 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 15,000 mi

1 item

Replace brake linings / skim drums (wear based)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 16,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 20,000 mi 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 24,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi 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

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

No interval set

1 item

Air cleaner (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule p.23: I at new (300 km). Code: I = inspection, cleaning, and adjustment; R = replacement; C = cleaning (replaced if necessary); L = lubrication. Schedule note: established by taking the monthly 1,000 km as a reference, whichever comes first.

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.