2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals

This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec.
2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec Maintenance Schedule
Below is the maintenance schedule for the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec.
The maintenance for the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec is broken into two sections: periodic maintenance for emission control systems, and general maintenance and lubrication.
Periodic Maintenance Emission Control System
TIP:
• From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months.
• Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and 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 | 16000 mi (25,000 km) or 24 months | 20000 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 at 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 16000 mi (25000 km) | |||||
4 | * | Crankcase breather system | •Check breather hose for cracks or damage. •Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
5 | * | Fuel injection | •Adjust synchronization | • | • | • | • | • | • |
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 (7,000 km) or 6 months | 8,000 mi (13,000 km) or 12 months | 12,000 mi (19,000 km) or 18 months | 16000 mi (25,000 km) or 24 months | 20000 mi (31,000 km) or 30 months | |
1 | * | Diagnostic system check | • Perform dynamic inspection using Yamaha diagnostic tool. • Check the error codes. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
2 | Air filter element | • Replace. | Every 24000 mi (37000 km) | ||||||
3 | * | Clutch | • Check operation. • Adjust or replace cable. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
4 | * | Front brake | • Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. • Replace brake pads if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
5 | * | Rear brake | • Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage. • Replace brake pads if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
6 | * | Brake hoses | • Check for cracks or damage. • Check for correct routing and clamping. | • | • | • | • | • | |
• Replace. | Every 4 years | ||||||||
7 | * | Brake fluid | • Change. | Every 2 years | |||||
8 | * | Wheels (cast) | • Check runout and for damage. | • | • | • | • | • | |
* | Wheels (spoke) | • Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage. • Tighten spokes if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
9 | * | Tires | • Check tread depth and for dam- age. • Replace if necessary. • Check air pressure. • Correct if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
10 | * | Wheel bearings | • Check bearings for smooth oper- ation. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
11 | * | Swingarm pivot bearings | • Check operation and for excessive play. | • | • | • | • | • | |
• Moderately repack with lithium- soap-based grease. | Every 32,000 mi (50,000 km) | ||||||||
12 | * | Drive belt | • Check belt condition. • Replace if damaged. • Check belt tension. • Adjust if necessary. | • | Every 2500 mi (4000 km) | ||||
13 | * | Steering bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
• Moderately repack with lithium-
soap-based grease. | Every 12,000 mi (19,000 km) | ||||||||
14 | * | Chassis fasteners | • Check all chassis fitting and fasteners. • Correct if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
15 | Brake lever pivot shaft | • Apply silicone grease lightly. | • | • | • | • | • | ||
16 | Brake pedal pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap- based grease lightly | • | • | • | • | • | ||
17 | Clutch lever pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap- based grease lightly | • | • | • | • | • | ||
18 | Shift pedal pivot shaft | • Apply lithium-soap- based grease lightly | • | • | • | • | • | ||
19 | Sidestand pivot | • Check operation. • Apply lithium-soap- based grease lightly. | • | • | • | • | • | ||
20 | * | Sidestand switch | • Check operation and replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
21 | * | Front fork | • Check operation and for oil leakage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
22 | * | Shock absorber assembly | • Check operation and for oil leak- age. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
23 | * | Engine oil | • Change (warm engine before draining) | • | • | • | • | • | • |
24 | * | Engine oil filter cartridge | • Replace. | • | • | • | |||
25 | * | Front and rear brake switches | • Check operation. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
26 | * | Control cables | • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
27 | * | Throttle grip | • Check operation. • Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary. • Lubricate cable and grip housing. | • | • | • | • | • | |
28 | * | Lights, signals and switches | • Check operation. • Adjust headlight beam. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
Tip:
•Air filter
•This model uses a disposable oil-coated paper element. This element cannot be cleaned with compressed air, doing so will damage it.
• Replace the air filter more frequently if you often ride in the rain or dusty conditions.
•Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check the brake fluid levels. Replenish as necessary.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked or damaged.
About the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec
The Bolt R-Spec features compact, raw bobber design is a perfect union of old-school style and modern urban performance. The 942cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 4-valves per cylinder, 60° V-twin engine produces outstanding low- and mid-range torque- maximum torque is reached at only 3,000 rpm. The 31.5 mm intake & 28 mm exhaust valves use friction reducing single valve springs. A 4-valve design optimizes breathing efficiency & overall engine performance at all rpms, 2 into 1 exhaust system, compact 1570 mm (61.8″) wheelbase provides light, agile handling, for a fun riding experience and 41mm KYB front fork offers 120 mm (4.7″) of wheel travel. Lightweight 12-spoke, cast aluminum wheels, front wheel size is MT2.50 x 19; tire size is 100/90 x 19, rear wheel size is MT3.50 x 16; tire size is 150/80 x 16 with tubeless tires.
Manual for the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec

The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec.
You can download it from Yamaha’s website here.