2016-2021 Yamaha XSR900 Maintenance Schedule and Service Intervals
This is the maintenance schedule and associated service intervals for the 2019 Yamaha XSR900. It shares a lot with the maintenance of other motorcycles in the Yamaha range with the 847cc triple engine, like the Tracer 900 or the MT-09.
Unlike the MT-09, the 2021 Yamaha XSR900 hasn’t received the upgrades, so this is relevant until then.
This is thus applicable for the
- 2016 Yamaha XSR900
- 2017 Yamaha XSR900
- 2018 Yamaha XSR900
- 2019 Yamaha XSR900
- 2020 Yamaha XSR900
- 2021 Yamaha XSR900
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What you need to service the Yamaha XSR900 — Consumables and Special Tools
If you’re servicing the XSR900, you at least need
- Motorcycle maintenance tools — things like an oil catch pan, a paddock stand, and so on
- Basic consumables — things like oil, coolant, and so on.
For the Yamaha XSR900, the manual recommends the following specific consumables.
| Engine oil | Use Yamalube 10W-40 or Yamalube 10W-50. The manual recommends “Yamalube” and it’s affordable, so why not! Don’t over-torque the bolt (spec is 43 Nm/31 lb-ft for the oil drain bolt per the manual) — use a torque wrench if you don’t have experience with how much torque is enough. |
| Oil filter | Needs to be changed every time you change the oil. Either get a stock oil filter (part 5GH-13440-50-00) or the K&N KN-204-1. Torque for the oil filter is 17 Nm/12 lb-ft. |
| Engine coolant | Yamaha recommends Yamacool, but use any coolant with a 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol and water. You can either use ethylene glycol pre-mix. |
| Spark Plugs | NGK CPR9EA9 should be used per the manual Make sure it’s gapped correctly to 0.6-0.7mm (get a gapping tool) and torqued with a torque wrench to 18 Nm/13 lb-ft (new) or 13Nm/10 lb-ft (after checking). |
| Air filter | Yamaha part number 1RC-14451-00-00, or the K&N alternative YA-8514. |
| Brake pads | Choose OEM, or EBC for more bite and lower fade. You need two sets for the front and one for the rear. * Front: OEM 5SL-25805-00-00, EBC FA252HH * Rear: OEM 5VX-25806-00-00, EBC FA174HH |
And the following general consumables are useful as well.
| Product | Thumbnail | Description |
| Chain lubricant |  | The chain needs to be lubricated every 800 km/500 miles (or more, if it gets wet/dirty), with variations recommended between manufacturers. Motul chain paste is cheap and well-loved. |
| Chain cleaner brush |  | A chain cleaner brush makes cleaning off grime and then distributing new lubricant much more easy. |
| Paddock stand |  | Lubricating the chain and changing the oil both become a lot easier once you use an affordable paddock stand (not necessary if you have a center stand). |
| Cable lubricant |  | Remember to lubricate your clutch cable (and brake cables if you have them) with a cable lubricant. Protect All Cable Life is a good general-purpose lubricant. |
| Grease |  | Get a good lithium soap based grease for lubricating major components like your side stand, centre stand, and bearings. |
Yamaha XSR900 Maintenance Schedule
Below is the maintenance schedule for the Yamaha XSR900.
The maintenance for the Yamaha XSR900 is broken into two sections: periodic maintenance for emission control systems, and general maintenance and lubrication.
Periodic Maintenance Emission Control System
• From 24,000 mi (37,000 km) 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8,000 mi (13,000 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 (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 | • | • | |||||||
| 3 | * | Valve clearance | • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. | Every 26000 mi (42000 km) | |||||
| 4 | * | Fuel injection | • Adjust synchronization. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| 5 | * | Evaporative emission control system (for California only) | • Check control system for damage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | ||||
| 6 | * | Air induction system | • Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage • Replace ant 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 | * | 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 | • Check runout and for damage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 9 | * | Tires | • Check tread depth and for damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check air pressure. • Correct if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 10 | * | Wheel bearings | •Check bearings for smooth operation. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 11 | * | Swingarm pivot bearings | • Check operation and for excessive play. | • | • | • | • | • | |
| * | • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease. | Every 32000 mi (50000 km) | |||||||
| 12 | Drive chain | • Check chain slack, alignment and condition • Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring lubricant thoroughly | Every 500 mi (800 km) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or riding in wet areas | ||||||
| 13 | * | Steering bearings | • Check bearing assemblies for looseness | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| • Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease | Every 12000 mi (19000 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 pivots | • 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 leakage. • Replace if necessary. | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 23 | * | Rear suspension link pivots | • Check operation • Correct if necessary | • | • | ||||
| 24 | Engine oil | • Change (warm engine before draining.) | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 25 | Engine oil filter cartridge | • Replace. | • | • | • | ||||
| 26 | * | Cooling system | • Check hoses for cracks or damage • Replace if necessary | • | • | • | • | • | |
| • Change coolant | • | ||||||||
| 27 | * | Front and rear brake switches | • Check operation. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| 28 | * | Control cables | • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 29 | * | Throttle grip | • Check operation • Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary • Lubricate cable and grip housing | • | • | • | • | • | |
| 30 | * | Lights, signals and switches | • Check operation. • Adjust headlight beam. | • | • | • | • | • | • |
Tip:
● Air filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging 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 cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
About the Yamaha XSR900
The latest in-line 3-cylinder 847cc Crossplane Concept engine delivers astounding torque and breath taking acceleration. A super lightweight aluminium frame combined with a natural riding position offers a heightened riding experience and outstanding agility.
The XSR900 takes inspiration from Yamaha’s history of sports bikes and motorcycle design mixed with cutting edge technology.
Manual for the Yamaha XSR900
The above information was gleaned from the owner’s manual for the Yamaha XSR900.
You can download it from Yamaha’s website here.
