[Ultratec]

Checked the valves, checked the diff fluid (will change next time), changed oil and filter, checked the air cleaner (it was like new), etc etc. There are a few grease fittings on the rear suspension, so make sure you get to them. A couple are a PITA to get the grease gun fitting on, so Im gonna change the zergs to a 45.

I love how easily serviceable everything is on this Machine. Im really happy with it!

 

[cactus]

Good to see, mines done 10 hours so won't be long. Let us know what your diff oil looks like when it comes out.

 

[Ultratec]

My engine oil was kinda dark. Darker than I thought it should be. But being its a wet clutch, and its the first oil change at 11hrs, Im sure its normal.

 

[cactus]

Oh you did yours at 11 hours not 20? Is that recommended or just something you guys do for peace of mind? Yeah you would think that a new wet clutch would darken the oil up, but then maybe the oil from new is a different type of oil that is darker anyway to start with? I'll have a look at mine today.

 

[Ultratec]

I change my oil like I change my underwear. Im anal like that, and do it often on everything. It looked very clean on the stick, just kinda blackish after I drained it into my drain pan.

 

[tmcelheny]

theres a grease fitting on the front drive shaft at the u joint,, if you missed it...

and this grease nozzle solves the rear upper grease fitting problems

 

[Ultratec]

theres a grease fitting on the front drive shaft at the u joint,, if you missed it...

and this grease nozzle solves the rear upper grease fitting problems

Thanks!!

 

[bluevik]

How was the valve adjustment. Just did my first service to.

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[tmcelheny]

I didn't check mine... every Yamaha ive owned never needed a valve adjustment for at least a few years... and then engine ticks a little when its needed,,, just my opinion

 

[bluevik]

Thats the same thing ive herd. Am going to finish my service soon as I get time , droped oil only at 17 hours Sunday morning be for church. Was pushed for time

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[tmcelheny]

I greased, did engine oil/filter and both diffs at 20 hrs.... the grease fittings took barely any grease from being so new and the diffs are easy to change so it did em.

 

[Ultratec]

The valves where with in spec...

Was your old oil very dark? What oil filter did you re install? Im staying with OEM Yamaha.

 

[tmcelheny]

yep.. oil looked filthy... and I also stayed with all Yamaha fluids and filter... I figure they design the motors,, they shood know what should go in em

 

[Teryx2k16]

Good idea sticking with the Yamalube, used it for years, great stuff.

 

[bluevik]

My oil was ugly also yamaha lube oil went with fleetguard filter.

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[cheeyz]

someone should write up a video DIY on how to do the service! would be helpful to other members in the future

especially noobs like me

 

[Tech Man]

Found my rear A-arm bushings wouldn't take grease. I changed zerks to 45 degree as well. Anybody else with rear arms not taking grease?


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[Badger]

The valves where with in spec...

Was your old oil very dark? What oil filter did you re install? Im staying with OEM Yamaha.

Did you use feeler gauges or?

 

[Ultratec]

Did you use feeler gauges or?

Yes, I used a feeler gauge (blades)

I changed the diff fluid today as well. The rear was clean, the front was dirty because of the limited slip clutches. They were both VERY low from the factory. I put in twice what came out.

 

[Gregger]

Great info Ultratec...as always . I just changed oil in Grizz & same filter as Viking, these Yams are nice and easy for doing routine maintenace.