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SYM · Two-stroke single, premix, CVT belt drive

Jet 50

Library entry covers 2002-2025

30 factory 47 guideline

Published source

SYM JET 50 series owner's manual (JET Euro50 / JET 50α), ManualsLib

Factory owner's handbook. Covers edition year not shown.

77 items for a 2006 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
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

2006 SYM Jet 50

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

2 items
  • Check lights, horn, brake light switches
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline
  • Check tire pressures
    Pre-ride / on the road
    Guideline

Every 1,000 km or 1 month

10 items
  • Bolts/nuts for each component (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Crankcase leakage (check)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Light / electrical / meters (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Battery (inspect)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Ignition timing (inspect)
    Ignition and electrics
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Transmission leakage (check)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Brake and brake clearance (check)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month (also in the 3,000, 6,000 and 12,000 km columns).

  • Brake mechanism / brake lining (inspect)
    Brakes
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Tire pressure (inspect)
    Wheels and tires
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

  • Throttle valve operation and cable (inspect)
    Controls and cables
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 1,000 km or 1 month.

Every 1,600 km 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 3,000 km or 3 months

6 items
  • Engine bolts and nuts (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 3,000 km or 3 months.

  • Oil pump rod operation (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 3,000 km or 3 months.

  • Spark plug (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 3,000 km or 3 months; replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Air cleaner element (clean)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Inspect at 300 km; clean every 3,000 and 6,000 km; replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Fuel tank switch and lines (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 3,000 km or 3 months.

  • Steering bearing and handles (inspect)
    Front end
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 3,000 km or 3 months.

Every 3,000 km or 12 months

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

Every 5,000 km or 5 months

1 item
  • Transmission oil (replace)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Replace at 300 km; replacement for every 5,000 km (5 months).

Every 5,000 km 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 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 6,000 km or 6 months

9 items
  • Chassis (grease)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Lubricate every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Cylinder head, cylinder and piston (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Inspect every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Drive belt / roller (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Inspect every 6,000 km or 6 months; replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Front/rear suspension (inspect)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Carburetor idle speed (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Exhaust system, carbon cleaning (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Inspect every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Fuel filter (inspect)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then every 6,000 km or 6 months; replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Clutch disk (inspect)
    Primary and gearbox
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Inspect every 6,000 km or 6 months.

  • Main/side stands (inspect and lubricate)
    Rear suspension and frame
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. At 300 km (new), then inspect and lubricate every 6,000 km or 6 months.

Every 6,500 km 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 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 12,000 km or 12 months

4 items
  • Drive belt / roller (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Spark plug (replace)
    Engine
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Air cleaner element (replace)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

  • Fuel filter (replace)
    Fuel and air
    Factory

    Factory: Periodical maintenance schedule (SYM JET 50 series owner's manual, JET Euro50 / JET 50α (BL05W6) 2-stroke, edition year not shown, printed p.29). Columns: new (300 km); every 1,000 km or 1 month; every 3,000 km or 3 months; every 6,000 km or 6 months; every 12,000 km or 1 year; the schedule takes 1,000 km a month as its reference, whichever comes first. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. Clean or replace the air cleaner more often on dusty roads; service more often for frequent high-speed use and at higher mileage. Replace every 12,000 km or 1 year.

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

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 19,500 km 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 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 24,000 km

1 item
  • Replace brake linings / skim drums (wear based)
    Brakes
    Guideline

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item
  • Replace spark plugs
    Engine
    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 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

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.

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