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

Joymax 125

Library entry covers 2010-2024

32 factory 45 guideline

Published source

SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual (LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU), ManualsLib

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

77 items for a 2013 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: Single carburetor
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: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2013 SYM Joymax 125

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

2 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 3 months

15 items

Bolts and nuts (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Coolant (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months. Replace every 15,000 km or 1 year.
Cooling fan, tubes (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Crankcase blow-by system, PCV (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Inspect at 1,000 km; clean every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Crankcase leakage (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Light, switches and electrical system (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Spark plug (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months. Replace every 15,000 km or 1 year.
Air cleaner element (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Inspect at 1,000 km; clean every 5,000 km or 3 months; replace every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Fuel tank tubes and fuel filter (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Battery (inspect)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Transmission leakage (check)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Steering bearing and handles (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Brake mechanism / brake lining, pads (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months. Clean and replace caliper and master cylinder internals every 10,000 km if necessary.
Tire pressure (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.
Throttle valve operation and cable (inspect)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 5,000 km or 3 months.

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

9 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean fuel tap filter / sediment bowl

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

1 item

Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Initial at 1,000 km, second at 5,000 km and then replace every 5,000 km thereafter.

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

2 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.

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

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

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items

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 10,000 km or 6 months

9 items

Drive belt / roller / drive pulley (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Clean every 10,000 km or 6 months; replace every 15,000 km or 1 year.
Front/rear suspension (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Valve clearance (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Air cleaner element (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Replace every 10,000 km or 6 months (every 5,000 km in dusty conditions).
Throttle valve carbon deposit cleaning (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Clutch, clutch outer, driven pulley (clean)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Clean every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Cam chain (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Main/side stand (inspect and lubricate)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then inspect and lubricate every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Shock absorbers (inspect)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. At 1,000 km or 1 month, then every 10,000 km or 6 months.

Every 10,000 km

2 items

Oil filter, mesh filter (clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Inspect at 1,000 km; clean every 10,000 km.
Transmission oil (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Initial replace at 1,000 km, and then replace every 10,000 km thereafter.

Every 13,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Guideline

Every 15,000 km or 12 months

3 items

Coolant (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Replace every 15,000 km or 1 year.
Drive belt / roller / drive pulley (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Replace every 15,000 km or 1 year.
Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Replace every 15,000 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

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 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 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 30,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Brake fluid (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Inspect at 1,000 km; replace every 2 years / 30,000 km.

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 60,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Brake hose (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance schedule (SYM Joymax Z 125 / 250 / 300 owner's manual, LW12W1-EU / LW25W1-EU / LW30W1-EU, edition year not shown, printed p.32). Columns: 1,000 km or 1 month; every 5,000 km or 3 months; every 10,000 km or 6 months; every 15,000 km or 1 year; done when either mileage or duration is reached. Code: I inspection, cleaning and adjustment; R replacement; C cleaning (replaced if necessary); L lubrication. * Replace the air filter every 5,000 km in dusty conditions; never use compressed air on it. ** Clean and replace the internal components of the brake caliper and master cylinder every 10,000 km if necessary; replace brake fluid every 2 years / 30,000 km; replace brake hose every 4 years / 60,000 km. Service more often for frequent high-speed or long-distance riding or dusty conditions. Replace every 4 years / 60,000 km.

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.