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Yamaha · Overhead-cam four-stroke twin, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, belt drive

Stryker (1304 cc)

Library entry covers 2011-2018

43 factory 27 guideline

Published source

Yamaha XVS1300CU Owner's Manual 2SS-28199-E0 (English), periodic maintenance charts pp.6-3 to 6-6

Factory owner's handbook. Covers XVS1300CU Stryker; 2014 EU owner's manual (2SS-28199-E0, 2013 print).

70 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: 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: Toothed belt
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 Yamaha Stryker (1304 cc)

On the road: every 200 mi

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 300 mi

2 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 500 mi

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,000 mi or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 2,500 mi

1 item

Inspect drive belt, pulleys and tension

Final drive

Factory

Manual: Drive belt (check condition and tension, replace if damaged, check alignment). Factory: Every 4000 km (2500 mi)

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

4 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

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
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6,000 mi or 12 months

25 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil (change). Factory: Every column incl. 1000 km initial; annual check
Chassis fasteners (check tightness)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Cooling system (check coolant level and leakage)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check; change coolant every 3 years Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Engine oil: Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.

Engine

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Lights, signals and switches: Check operation. Adjust headlight beam.

Engine

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Shift pedal pivot shaft (lubricate)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
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.
Fuel line (check hoses for cracks or damage)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: From 10000 km; annual check
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Fuel injection system (adjust synchronization). Factory: Every column incl. 1000 km initial; annual check
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Clutch lever pivot shaft (lubricate)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Sidestand (check operation, lubricate). Factory: From 10000 km; annual check
Sidestand switch: Check operation.

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Brake hoses (check for cracks or damage, routing and clamping)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Brake lever pivot shaft (lubricate with silicone grease)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Brake pedal pivot shaft (lubricate)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Front and rear brake switches: Check operation.

Brakes

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Front brake: Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.

Brakes

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Rear brake: Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.

Brakes

Factory

Factory: As printed: √√√√√√ (all six columns marked: initial 1000 km (600 mi), 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km and ANNUAL)
Tires (check tread depth, damage, air pressure)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Factory

Manual: Moving parts and cables (lubricate). Factory: From 10000 km; annual check
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.
Throttle grip (check operation and free play, lubricate cable and housing)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; annual check Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)

Every 6,000 mi

9 items

Muffler and exhaust pipe (check screw clamps for looseness)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Marked at 1000 km initial, then 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points (check operation, lubricate)

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Manual: Clutch (check operation, adjust). Factory: Every column incl. 1000 km initial
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering bearings (check play and roughness). Factory: Every column incl. 1000 km initial
Front fork (check operation and for oil leakage)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Shock absorber assembly (check operation and for oil leakage). Factory: From 10000 km
Swingarm (check operation and for excessive play)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km; lubricate every 50000 km (30000 mi) Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Factory

Manual: Wheel bearings (check for looseness or damage). Factory: From 10000 km
Wheels (check runout and for damage)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Marked at 10000, 20000, 30000, 40000 km Re-read from Yamaha XVS1300CU Stryker owner's manual U2SSE0 pp.6-3 to 6-6 (bike-parts-yam.es)

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi

6 items

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Factory

Manual: Valves (check valve clearance, adjust). Factory: Marked at 20000 km and 40000 km; dealer item
Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Factory

Manual: Spark plugs (check condition, clean and regap). Factory: Marked at 10000 km and 30000 km
Replace oil filter

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil filter cartridge (replace). Factory: Marked 1000 km initial, 20000 km, 40000 km
Replace spark plugs

Engine

Factory

Manual: Spark plugs (replace). Factory: Marked at 20000 km and 40000 km
Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering bearings (lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease). Factory: Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivots (lubricate). Factory: Marked at 20000 km and 40000 km; check operation every 10000 km

Every 15,000 mi or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 20,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 24,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 24,000 mi

1 item

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Air filter element (replace). Factory: Marked at 40000 km only

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi

1 item

Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Swingarm (lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease). Factory: Every 50000 km (30000 mi); check operation every 10000 km

Every 50,000 mi

1 item

Replace drive belt (wear or damage based)

Final drive

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

Factory

Manual: Brake fluid (replace). Factory: Every 2 years

Every 3 years

1 item

Replace coolant

Engine

Factory

Manual: Cooling system (change coolant). Factory: Every 3 years; check level every 10000 km and annually

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

Factory

Manual: Brake hoses (replace). Factory: Every 4 years; check every 10000 km (6000 mi) and annually
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

No interval set

2 items

Front brake: Replace brake pads.

Brakes

Factory

Factory: As printed: Whenever worn to the limit
Rear brake: Replace brake pads.

Brakes

Factory

Factory: As printed: Whenever worn to the limit

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.