Yamaha YW50 Maintenance Schedule
The "Periodic Maintenance
/ Lubrication Intervals" schedule is taken directly from a 2001 edition Yamaha YW50AP factory service manual.
Before starting any work, always consult
the manual for your scooter's model & year and be sure you know what you're doing.
Item Remarks Type X X X *These items require special skills, tools, or information. It is
recommended that they be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Break-in
300 mi (500 km)Thereafter every
2,000 mi (3,000 km)
or
6 monthsThereafter every
4,000 mi (6,000 km)
or 12 months
Fuel line*
Check fuel hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary
-
-
X
X
Spark plug
Inspect/Clean or replace as required
NGK BPR7HS
.02-.03" (0.6 - 0.7mm) gapX
X
X
Air filter
Wash & damp with oil
-
-
X
X
Front brake*
Check fluid level and look for leaks. Replace pads
if needed
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
X
X
X
Rear brake*
Adjust free play. Replace shoes if needed
-
X
X
X
Wheels*
Check balance, runout, and look for damage
-
-
X
X
Tires*
Check tread depth and look for damage.
Front 29 psi, Rear 29 psi
-
X
X
X
Wheel bearings*
Check bearings for looseness or damage
Medium weight wheel bearing grease
-
X
X
Steering bearings*
Check bearing play and steering for roughness
Medium weight wheel bearing grease
Chassis Fasteners*
Make sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened
-
X
X
X
Centerstand
Check operation and repair if necessary
X
X
X
Front fork*
Check operation and look for oil leakage
-
-
X
X
Rear shock assembly*
Check operation and repair as required
-
X
X
X
Carburetor*
Check engine idling speed. Adjust if necessary
-
-
X
X
Autolube pump*
Check. Adjust and bleed air as needed.
-
X
-
X
Final transmission oil*
Replace (warm engine before draining)
0.11 liter SAE 10W30 type SE motor oil or GL gear oil
Replace every 8000 miles (12,000 km) or 24 months
X
X
V-Belt*
Check for cracks and wear. Replace every 6000 miles (9000 km).
-
X