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.