Yamaha · Yamaha XS-1 / XS650 (1970-1985)

XS-1 / XS1B

Library entry covers 1970-1971

16 factory 51 guideline

Published source

Yamaha XS1-B 650 Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor Co.), Lubrication and Maintenance Chart pp.19-21

Factory owner's handbook. Covers XS1-B 650 owner's manual; intervals in miles.

Open the source

67 items for a 1970 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: Mesh screens / strainers only
Valve gear: Overhead cam, screw/locknut adjusters
Ignition: Battery and coil with contact points
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Two or more carburetors
Cooling: Air / oil 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, twin shocks
Front brake: Drum (or band / stirrup)
Rear brake: Drum (or band / belt rim)
Wheels: Spoked, tubed
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

1970 Yamaha XS-1 / XS1B

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

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 500 mi

1 item

Walk-around: check nuts and bolts for vibration loosening

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Old machines shake things loose: exhaust nuts, mudguard stays, footrests, tank mounts, battery strap.

On the road: every 600 mi

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 mi

1 item

Check road kit: plugs, points file, master link, tube patches, wire, tape

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 200 mi

1 item

Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Factory

Manual: Drive chain: lubricate. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: clean every other lubrication period

Every 500 mi

2 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Factory

Manual: Spark plug: clean and gap. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 500-1,000 mi
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Factory

Manual: Clutch, front brake and throttle cables and grip: lubricate. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 500-1,000 mi, more often in damp or dusty climate

Every 1,000 mi or 6 months

3 items

Adjust front drum brake

Brakes

Guideline
Adjust rear drum brake and rod / cable linkage

Brakes

Guideline
Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 1,500 mi

2 items

Clean and gap contact breaker points, oil cam felt

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Manual: Breaker points: clean, lubricate point cam. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 1,500-2,000 mi; normal replacement 8,000-10,000 mi; ignition timing set by dealer
Lubricate brake cam spindles, check linings and drums

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake actuating cams: lubricate. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 1,500-2,000 mi; brake linings inspected and shoes and drums cleaned every 2,000 mi

Every 2,000 mi or 12 months

1 item

Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 2,000 mi

4 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil: replace. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: first at 300 mi; level checked weekly
Replace oil filter

Engine

Factory

Manual: Oil filter element: clean. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Manual: Clutch adjustment at the clutch. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: cable free play adjusted as necessary
Change fork oil

Front end

Factory

Manual: Front fork oil: change. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 2,000-3,000 mi

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

15 items

Adjust cam chain tensioner

Engine

Guideline
Check engine mounting bolts and plates

Engine

Guideline
Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize carburetors

Fuel and air

Guideline
Check / set ignition timing

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Adjust clutch pushrod / clutch adjuster

Primary and gearbox

Guideline
Check chain guard, chain oiler (if fitted), rear chain case

Final drive

Guideline
Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Check steering damper (friction or hydraulic)

Front end

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 spoke tension and wheel true

Wheels and tires

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 3,000 mi

4 items

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Factory

Manual: Tappet clearance: adjust. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: dealer item; cam chain adjusted at the same interval
Clean carburetor float bowl(s), check float level and jets

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Carburetors: disassemble and clean. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: dealer item
Clean fuel tap filter / sediment bowl

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Fuel petcock: clean the screen filter. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: chart: 3,000-5,000 mi
Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering head bearings: grease. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: dealer item

Every 4,000 mi or 12 months

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 4,000 mi

1 item

Clean oil strainers / mesh screens

Engine

Factory

Manual: Oil strainer: disassemble and clean. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: dealer item

Every 5,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Check cylinder head bolt torque

Engine

Guideline

Air-cooled iron and alloy engines can lose head bolt tension; follow your manual's sequence and whether it is done hot or cold.

Every 6,000 mi or 12 months

4 items

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 speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 6,000 mi or 2 years

2 items

Check engine breather and oil return

Engine

Guideline
Lubricate and check automatic advance unit

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 10,000 mi

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi or 3 years

1 item

Replace points and condenser

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi or 5 years

1 item

Inspect clutch plates and springs

Primary and gearbox

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi

1 item

Replace brake linings / skim drums (wear based)

Brakes

Guideline

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 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 1 month

2 items

Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Air filter: clean and oil. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21
Check battery electrolyte, top up with distilled water

Ignition and electrics

Factory

Manual: Battery electrolyte level: check and fill. Factory: Lubrication and maintenance chart pp.19-21: more often in warm weather

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 12 months

1 item

Check speedometer / odometer against a known distance

Controls and cables

Guideline

Old speedos drift with tire size and drive wear. Use phone GPS over a measured 10 miles / km.

Every 2 years

3 items

Inspect fuel tank for rust, sealer failure, leaks

Fuel and air

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.

Every 6 years

2 items

Replace inner tubes and rim tape with tires

Wheels and tires

Guideline
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.