Recommended V-Twin Service Intervals
1,000 Miles:
- First major break-in service, including oil change, filter replacement, and basic adjustments as listed in the previous response.
5,000 Miles, and Every 5,000 Miles After:
- Oil and filter change
- Inspect air filter and replace if needed
- Check primary and transmission fluids
- Inspect drive belt and tension, adjust as necessary
- Brake pad, line, and rotor inspection
- Check tire pressure and condition
- Basic torque checks and lubrication of control cables
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10,000 Miles, and Every 10,000 Miles After:
- All items from 5,000-mile service
- Replace spark plugs
- Inspect and clean fuel injectors
- Check battery health and charging system
- Adjust clutch if needed
- Check wheel bearings and lubricate as needed
- Full inspection of exhaust, fasteners, and critical bolts
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20,000 Miles, and Every 20,000 Miles After:
- All items from the 10,000-mile service
- Brake fluid flush and replacement (recommended every 20,000 miles or 2 years)
- Fork oil replacement
- Inspect steering head bearings and lubricate
- Comprehensive diagnostic check of the entire electrical system
- Inspect and service fuel system components (fuel pump, lines, etc.)
50,000 Miles:
- Complete 20,000-mile service
- Consider inspecting the top end (cylinder heads, valve adjustments if needed) to maintain performance and compression
- Replace all suspension fluids, and inspect for any wear or leaks in shocks and fork seals
- Evaluate drive belt condition; replace if showing signs of wear
75,000 Miles:
- Repeat the 20,000-mile service checklist
- Strongly consider replacing or rebuilding the primary and secondary chains, tensioners, and compensator as needed
- Re-check and replace any parts that are aging, such as hoses, gaskets, and seals
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100,000 Miles:
- Perform a comprehensive inspection of the entire engine and transmission
- Consider a top-end rebuild, which can include new pistons, rings, and valves, to restore compression and performance if necessary
- Inspect and replace all critical wear components in the transmission and clutch
- Consider rebuilding or thoroughly inspecting the starter and alternator, as they can begin to wear out after prolonged use
- Inspect and possibly replace wheel bearings, as well as thoroughly inspecting the suspension components for any wear