2012 Yamaha TT-R230 Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230.
2012 Yamaha TT-R230 Maintenance Schedule
Below is the maintenance schedule for the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230.
The maintenance for the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230 is broken into two sections: periodic maintenance for emission control systems, and general maintenance and lubrication.
Periodic Maintenance Emission Control System
NOTE:
• From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi ) or 6 months
• Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills
No. | Item | Check and Maintenance Jobs | 1000 km (600 mi) or 1 month or 30 hours | 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months or 90 hours | 5000 km (3000 mi) or 12 months or 150 hours | |
1 | * | Fuel line | • Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary | • | • | |
2 | Spark plug | • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean | • | • | ||
3 | * | Valve clearance | • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold | • | ||
4 | * | Air filter element | • Clean with solvent • Replace if necessary | • | • | |
5 | * | Crankcase breather system | • Check ventilation hose for cracks or damage and drain any deposits • Replace if necessary | • | • | • |
6 | * | Carburetor | • Check engine idling speed and starter operation. • Adjust if necessary | • | • | • |
7 | Exhaust system | • Check for leakage • Retighten if necessary • Replace gasket(s) if necessary | • | • | ||
8 | * | Spark arrester | • Clean | • | ||
9 | Engine oil | • Change. (Warm engine before draining.) | • | • | • | |
10 | Engine oil filter element | • Clean. • Check engine oil level and for leakage | • | • | • |
General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart
No. | Item | Check and Maintenance Jobs | 1000 km (600 mi) or 1 month or 30 hours | 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months or 90 hours | 5000 km (3000 mi) or 12 months or 150 hours | |
1 | * | Clutch | • Check operation. • Adjust if necessary | • | • | • |
2 | * | Front brake | • Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. | • | • | • |
* | • Replace brake pads | Whenever worn to the limit | ||||
3 | * | Rear brake | • Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. • Adjust brake pedal free play and replace brake shoes of necessary | • | • | • |
4 | * | Brake hoses | • Check for cracks and damage • Check for correct routing and clamping | • | • | |
* | • Replace | Every 4 years | ||||
5 | * | Wheels | • Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage. • Tighten spokes if necessary | • | • | • |
6 | * | Tires | • Check tread depth and for damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check air pressure • Correct if necessary | • | • | |
7 | * | Wheel bearings | • Check bearings for smooth operation • Replace if necessary | • | • | |
8 | * | Swingarm pivot bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease | • | • | |
9 | Drive chain | • Check chain slack/alignment and condition • Adjust and lubricate chain with Yamaha chain and cable lube thoroughly | Every ride | |||
10 | * | Steering bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease | • | • | |
11 | * | Chassis fasteners | • Check all chassis fitting and fasteners • Correct if necessary | • | • | • |
12 | Brake lever pivot shaft | • Apply silicone grease lightly | • | • | ||
13 | Brake pedal pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly | • | • | ||
14 | Clutch lever pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) lightly | • | • | ||
15 | Shift pedal pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) lightly | • | • | ||
16 | Sidestand pivot | • Check operation • Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly | • | • | ||
17 | * | Front fork | • Check operation and for oil leakage • Replace if necessary | • | • | |
18 | * | Shock absorber assembly | • Check operation and for oil leakage • Replace if necessary | • | ||
19 | * | Rear suspension link pivots | • Check operation | • | • | |
• Lubricate lithium-soap-based grease | • | |||||
20 | * | Control cables | • Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil thoroughly | • | • | • |
21 | * | Throttle grip housing and cable | • Check operation and free play • Adjust the throttle cable free if necessary • Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable | • | • | • |
NOTE:
•The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas
•Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the brake fluid
• Replace the brake hose every four years, or if cracked or damaged.
About the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230
Powered by a reliable, electric-start, 223cc air-cooled, SOHC four-stroke engine that puts out smooth, widespread power perfectly suited for all kinds of trails and riders, the TT-R230 is an ideal intro bike for riders looking at breaking into trail riding. The powertrain is then mated to a smooth-shifting, six-speed transmission with heavy-duty clutch geared for maximum versatility and usable power delivery.
In terms of its design, the bike comes with a steel, diamond-type-design frame that provides great handling and strength. Likewise, a 36mm front fork with 9.5″ of wheel travel makes for a sturdy set-up to go with an aluminum box-section swingarm featuring snail-type chain adjusters for quick and easy chain adjustments. As for the brakes, the TT-R230 carries a 220mm front disc and 230mm rear drum brakes that give powerful stopping power, especially in uneven trails.
Manual for the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230

The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the 2012 Yamaha TT-R230.
You can download it from Yamaha’s website here.