2014 Yamaha Road Star S Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S.
2014 Yamaha Road Star S Maintenance Schedule
Below is the maintenance schedule for the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S
The maintenance for the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S is broken into two sections: periodic maintenance for emission control systems, and general maintenance and lubrication.
Periodic Maintenance Emission Control System
Tip:
• From 24,000 mi (37,000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8,000 mi (13,000 km) 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 (7,000 km) or 6 months | 8,000 mi (13,000 km) or 12 months | 12,000 mi (19,000 km) or 18 months | 16,000 mi (25,000 km) or 24 months | 20,000 mi (31,000 km) or 30 months | |
1 | * | Fuel line | • Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
2 | Spark plugs | • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 8,000 mi (13,000 km) or 12 months. | • | Replace | • | Replace | • | ||
3 | * | Valve clearance | • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. • Adjust if necessary. | Every 16,000 mi (25,000 km). | |||||
4 | * | Crankcase breather system | • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
5 | * | Exhaust system | • Check for leakage. • Tighten if necessary. • Replace gasket(s) if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
6 | * | Evaporative emission control system (For California only) | • Check control system for damage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | ||||
7 | * | Air induction system | • Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage. • Replace any damaged parts. | • | • |
General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart
No. | Item | Routine | 600 mi (1,000 km) or 1 month | 4,000 mi (7,000 km) or 6 months | 8,000 mi (13,000 km) or 12 months | 12,000 mi (19,000 km) or 18 months | 16,000 mi (25,000 km) or 24 months | 20,000 mi (31,000 km) or 30 months | |
1 | Air filter element | • Clean with compressed air. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | ||
2 | * | Clutch | • Check operation. • Adjust or replace cable. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
3 | * | Front brake | • Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. • Adjust brake lever free play and replace brake pads if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
4 | * | Rear brake | • Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage • Replace brake pads if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
5 | * | Brake hoses | • Check for cracks or damage. • Check for correct routing and clamping. | • | • | • | • | • | |
• Replace. | Every 4 years. | ||||||||
6 | * | Brake fluid | • Replace. | Every 2 years | |||||
7 | * | Wheels | • Check runout and for damage. • Replace 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 bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness. • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease. | • | Repack. | ||||
11 | * | Drive belt | • Check belt condition. • Replace if damaged. • Check belt tension. • Adjust if necessary. | • | Every 2,500 mi (4,000 km) | ||||
12 | * | Steering bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness.. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
• Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease. | Every 16,000 mi (25,000 km) | ||||||||
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 assembly | • Check operation and for oil leakage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
22 | * | Rear suspension link pivots | • Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly. | • | |||||
23 | Engine oil | • Change (warm engine before draining). | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
24 | * | Engine oil filter cartridge | • Replace. | • | • | • | |||
25 | * | Transfer case oil | • Check for leakage. • Change at initial 600 mi (1,000 km) or 1 month, and thereafter every 16,000 mi (25,000 km) or 24 months. | Change | • | Change | |||
26 | * | Front and rear brake switches | • Check operation. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
27 | * | Control cables | • Lubricate. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
28 | * | Throttle grip | • Check operation and free play. • Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary. • Lubricate cable and grip housing. | • | • | • | • | • | |
29 | * | 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 service
– After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
– Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
– Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
About the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S
With its classy appearance, low slung stature and the imposing personality, the 2014 Star Motorcycles Road Star S is a fairly unique cruiser that has a lot to love. You also get a 32 degree rake that gives the entire motorcycle a relaxed stance. The Road Star S gets a chromed out front end including chrome forks, fork covers, fork clamp, switch housings, and brake/clutch levers as well as stainless steel braided throttle and clutch cables.
The motorcycle is built on a double-cradle frame that is rigid yet stiff assuring a high level of agility. The frame houses a 102 cubic inch (1670 cc), air cooled 48° V twin, pushrod OHV engine with 4 valves per cylinder. The engine’s power is kept in leash by a 5-Speed, wide-ratio transmission with multi-plate wet clutch. Once on board you are welcomed by a comfy seat, an ergonomically designed handlebar and a ultra-thin, tank-mounted speedometer. The 2014 Star Motorcycles Road Star S is offered with a base price of $ 12,990.
Manual for the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S

The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the 2014 Yamaha Road Star S.
You can download it from Yamaha’s website here.