2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Owners Manual - Page 52

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT INITIAL No. ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month 4000 mi (7000 km) or 6 months ODOMETER READINGS 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi (13000 km) (19000 km) (25000 km) (31000 km) or or or or 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months 27 * 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. √ √ √ √ √ √ 28 * Lights, signals and switches √ √ √ √ √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. TIP From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. EAU17630 7 TIP G G 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. 7-7