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R3

Library entry covers 2021-2024

42 factory 50 guideline

Published source

Yamaha YZF-R3 Owner's Manual B7P-F8199-E0, Periodic maintenance charts pp.6-3 to 6-6 (Yamaha Motor Europe official PDF)

Factory source. Covers Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) Europe owner's manual, 1st edition November 2018 (adjacent-year edition; the row covers 2021-2024).

92 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, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid 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: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2022 Yamaha R3

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 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 800 km

1 item

Drive chain (check slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or riding in wet areas. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

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 12 months

10 items

Engine oil (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at the initial interval and when the oil change indicator flashes or comes on [every 5,000 km (3,000 mi)], and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
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 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

7 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
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

21 items

Air induction system (check cut-off valve, reed valve and hose)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Chassis fasteners (check tightness)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Cooling system (check coolant level and leakage)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Diagnostic system (dynamic inspection with Yamaha diagnostic tool, check error codes)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Lights, signals and switches (check, adjust headlight beam)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Shift pedal pivot shaft (lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Fuel injection (check engine idle speed)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Fuel injection (check, adjust synchronization)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Fuel line (check hoses for cracks or damage)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Clutch lever pivot shaft (lubricate)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Sidestand (check operation, lubricate)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Sidestand switch (check operation)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Brake hoses (check for cracks or damage)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Brake lever pivot shaft (lubricate with silicone grease)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Brake pedal pivot shaft (lubricate)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Front and rear brake switches (check operation)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Front brake (check operation, fluid level and leakage; replace pads if necessary)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Rear brake (check operation, fluid level and leakage; replace pads if necessary)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km, and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Tires (check tread depth, damage and air pressure)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Moving parts and cables (lubricate)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Throttle grip housing and cable (check free play, adjust, lubricate)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km and at the annual check. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

Every 10,000 km

10 items

Exhaust system (check for leakage, tighten, replace gaskets if necessary)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Spark plugs (check condition, adjust gap, clean)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 10,000 and 30,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Air filter case check hose (clean)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Clutch (check operation, adjust)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000 km, then every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Front fork (check operation and oil leakage)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Steering bearings (check for looseness)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000, 10,000 and 30,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Shock absorber assembly (check operation and oil leakage)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Swingarm pivot bearings (check operation and play)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Wheel bearings (check for looseness or damage)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Wheels (check runout and damage)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 10,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

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

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 20,000 km

5 items

Engine oil filter cartridge (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 1,000, 20,000 and 40,000 km, so every 20,000 km after the first. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Spark plugs (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 20,000 and 40,000 km, so every 20,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Air filter element (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 20,000 and 40,000 km, so every 20,000 km; replace more often in unusually wet or dusty areas. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Steering bearings (repack with lithium-soap-based grease)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 20,000 and 40,000 km, so every 20,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Evaporative emission control system (check for damage)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): at 20,000 and 40,000 km, so every 20,000 km. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

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 or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

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 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 40,000 km

1 item

Valve clearance (check, adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 40,000 km (24,000 mi). Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

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

5 items

Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Brake fluid (change)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 2 years; every two years also replace the internal components of the master cylinders and calipers. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 3 years

1 item

Coolant (change)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 3 years. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.

Every 4 years

4 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Brake hoses (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Periodic maintenance charts (Yamaha YZF-R3 (YZF320-A) owner's manual B7P-F8199-E0, 1st edition November 2018, printed pp.6-3 to 6-6): every 4 years. Columns as printed: 1 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 x 1,000 km (0.6 / 6 / 12 / 18 / 24 x 1,000 mi) plus Annual check. From 50,000 km (30,000 mi), repeat the intervals starting from 10,000 km (6,000 mi). Annual checks are done every year unless distance-based maintenance is done instead. Items marked with an asterisk in the manual should be done by a Yamaha dealer.
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.