2012 Yamaha V Star 250 Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250.

2012 Yamaha V Star 250 Maintenance Schedule

Below is the maintenance schedule for the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250.

The maintenance for the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250 is broken into two sections: periodic maintenance for emission control systems, and general maintenance and lubrication.

Periodic Maintenance Emission Control System

Note:
• From 19,000 mi (31,000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 7,000 mi (11,000 km) or 12 months.
• Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.

No.		Item	Routine	600 mi (1,000 km) or 1 month	4,000 mi (6,000 km) or 6 months	7,000 mi (11,000 km) or 12 months	10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 18 months	13,000 mi (21,000 km) or 24 months	16,000 mi (26,000 km) or 30 months
1	*	Fuel line	• Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
2		Spark plugs	• Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 7,000 mi (11,000 km) or 12 months.		•	Replace	•	Replace	•
3	*	Valve clearance	• Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold.	•	•	•	•	•	•
4	*	Crankcase breather system	• Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary.		•		•		•
5	*	Idle speed	• Check and adjust engine idle speed.		•	•	•	•	•
6	*	Exhaust system	• Check for leakage. • Tighten if necessary. • Replace gasket(s) if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
7	*	Evaporative emission control system (For California only)	• Check control system for damage. • Replace if necessary.			•		•

General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart

No.		Item	Routine	600 mi (1,000 km) or 1 month	4,000 mi (6,000 km) or 6 months	7,000 mi (11,000 km) or 12 months	10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 18 months	13,000 mi (21,000 km) or 24 months	16,000 mi (26,000 km) or 30 months
1	*	Air filter element	• Clean with solvent. • Replace if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
2	*	Battery	• Check specific gravity and breather hose for proper operation.		•	•	•	•	•
3	*	Clutch	• Check operation. • Adjust or replace cable.	•	•	•	•	•	•
4	*	Front brake	• Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. • Adjust brake lever free play and replace brake pads if necessary.	•	•	•	•	•	•
5	*	Rear brake	• Check operation. • Adjust brake pedal free play and replace brake shoes if necessary.	•	•	•	•	•	•
6	*	Brake hose	• Check for cracks or damage. • Check for correct routing and clamping.		•	•	•	•	•
			• Replace.			Every 4 years.
7	*	Wheels	• Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage. • Tighten spokes if necessary.	•	•	•	•	•	•
8	*	Tires	• Check tread depth and for damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check air pressure. • Correct if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
9	*	Wheel bearings	•Check bearings for smooth operation. • Replace if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
10	*	Swingarm pivot bushes	• Check bush assemblies for looseness. • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.		•	•	•	•	•
11		Drive chain	• Check chain slack, alignment and condition. • Adjust and thoroughly lubricate chain with Yamaha chain and cable lube.			Every 300 mi (500 km) and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain or wet areas.
12	*	Steering bearings	• Check bearing assemblies for looseness. • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease every 10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 18 months.	•	•	•	Repack	•	•
13	*	Chassis fasteners	• Check all chassis fitting and fasteners. • Correct if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
14		Brake lever pivot shaft	• Apply silicone grease lightly.		•	•	•	•	•
15		Brake pedal pivot shaft	• Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.		•	•	•	•	•
16		Clutch lever pivot shaft	• Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.		•	•	•	•	•
17		Shift pedal pivot shaft	• Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.		•	•	•	•	•
18		Sidestand pivot	• Check operation. • Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.		•	•	•	•	•
19	*	Sidestand switch	• Check operation and replace if necessary.	•	•	•	•	•	•
20	*	Front fork	• Check operation and for oil leakage. • Replace if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
21	*	Shock absorber assemblies	• Check operation and for oil leakage. • Replace if necessary.		•	•	•	•	•
22		Engine oil	• Change (warm engine before draining.)	•	•	•	•	•	•
23		Engine oil filter element	• Replace.	•		•		•
24	*	Front and rear brake switches	• Check operation.	•	•	•	•	•	•
25	*	Control and meter cables	• Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil thoroughly.	•	•	•	•	•	•
26	*	Throttle grip	• Check operation. • Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary. • Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.		•	•	•	•	•
27	*	Lights, signals and switches	• Check operation. • Adjust headlight beam.	•	•	•	•	•	•

Tip:
● The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

● Hydraulic brake system
• When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level regularly and fill as required.
• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder every two years.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.

About the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250

For years, the V-Star 250 has been touted as one of the finest entry bikes around.

And for good reason. With an authentic V-twin engine, the V-Star 250 will give you the grunt and growl that you don’t often find in the lightweight class. It’s also got a low 685mm (27″) seat height for added confidence, perfect for novice riders. For 2012, the design of handlebars has changed which in turn has improved rider comfort and styling too. One ride and you’ll see why so many entry riders have chosen this nimble, confidence-inspiring cruiser. Heavyweight styling. Lightweight packaging.

Manual for the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250

The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the 2012 Yamaha V Star 250.

You can download it from Yamaha’s website here.