2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Owners Manual - Page 43

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR INITIAL No. ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month 4000 mi (6000 km) or 6 months ODOMETER READINGS 7000 mi 10000 mi 13000 mi 16000 mi (11000 km) (16000 km) (21000 km) (26000 km) or or or or 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months 26 * Throttle grip housing and cable • Check operation and free play. • Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary. • Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. • Check operation. • Adjust headlight beam. √ √ √ √ √ √ 27 * Lights, signals and switches √ √ √ √ √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. NOTE: From 19000 mi (31000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 7000 mi (11000 km) or 12 months. 6 EAU17620 NOTE: G The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. G 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. 6-7