camrewop
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Post by camrewop on May 29, 2020 19:27:29 GMT -7
I purchased a pre-owned 2017 FZ-10. It had just under 10k miles.
I'd like to make sure the bike is in great condition for some longer rides/light touring. What major systems/service would you expect to see at around 10k miles?
I'll most likely be taking the bike to a shop, and just want to have a bit of an idea on what the main areas to look at would be. The previous owner did say that the 6k mile service had been completed.
I'm inclined to have the 12k mile service performed, albeit a bit early, just to have a solid starting point for my ownership. In addition to the 12k service, would it be beneficial to have the suspension serviced/overhauled (as an example, or anything else)?
I spent a day setting up the suspension (after watching several videos on the subject), and aside from stiffening up the low speed compression on the shock a little, it seems to feel ok.
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seanymac
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Post by seanymac on May 30, 2020 9:16:09 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube.
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jsutherman
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Post by jsutherman on May 30, 2020 9:45:33 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube. Even if the seller says they changed oil, I always... ALWAYS change the oil again. P.S. This would be a great time to pick up a better drain plug too! I would highly recommend GoldPlug magnetic. Part number MP-02 and link for shippy shippy to your door in a jiffy. And yes... all of the above  www.amazon.com/GoldPlug-Magnetic-Drain-Plug-MP-02/dp/B000JWX9P2 |
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theculturalattache
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Post by theculturalattache on May 30, 2020 15:49:57 GMT -7
+1 on the gold plug.
Definitely a worth while upgrade.
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Post by Moto10 on May 30, 2020 16:55:27 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube. Onwers manual states to replace plugs at 12,000miles, not 8,000. If it were me, run the bike for the season (depending on how many miles you plan to ride) and change them in the offseason. No need to change them early. However, if your planning to perform the 12,000 mile service early, then changing the spark plugs would be a task that needs to be performed. |
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seanymac
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Post by seanymac on May 30, 2020 17:57:43 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube. Onwers manual states to replace plugs at 12,000miles, not 8,000. If it were me, run the bike for the season (depending on how many miles you plan to ride) and change them in the offseason. No need to change them early. However, if your planning to perform the 12,000 mile service early, then changing the spark plugs would be a task that needs to be performed. I just read the owners manual and it 100% says the change interval for spark plugs is 8,000 on a 2017 fz10 |
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Moto10
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Post by Moto10 on May 31, 2020 10:51:12 GMT -7
Onwers manual states to replace plugs at 12,000miles, not 8,000. If it were me, run the bike for the season (depending on how many miles you plan to ride) and change them in the offseason. No need to change them early. However, if your planning to perform the 12,000 mile service early, then changing the spark plugs would be a task that needs to be performed. I just read the owners manual and it 100% says the change interval for spark plugs is 8,000 on a 2017 fz10 Yup, just kidding misread it on my phone lol. Sorry mate. |
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camrewop
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Post by camrewop on May 31, 2020 19:43:21 GMT -7
Thanks everyone for the input.
For peace of mind, I'll take it to a shop and have them perform service, and also review the bike for anything obvious and not-so-obvious.
It doesn't sound like anything super special to look for. Being a new owner of a pre-owned bike, it'll be good to get another point of view on how it ride.
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Post by dndfindley on May 31, 2020 21:12:54 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube. Question about changing the spark plugs: I have a friend who is very experienced and has many thousands of miles under his belt as well as years and he states that if the bike is running good don't worry about the spark plugs until about 20,000 miles. Why change them at 8k if the bike is running like new? I have 11k on my 2017 and it's still running great with the original plugs. |
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jsutherman
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Post by jsutherman on Jun 1, 2020 6:37:39 GMT -7
Do you have the service history for the motorcycle? If not I would start by adjusting and lubricating the chain, changing the oil, bleed and change the brake fluid. And change the spark plugs. If the suspension is functioning as designed I wouldn’t worry about any maintenance there. Spark plugs are due at 8,000 miles and from what I’ve seen on here they actually need to be changed at that mileage. Also lubricate the cables using Yamaha cable lube. Question about changing the spark plugs: I have a friend who is very experienced and has many thousands of miles under his belt as well as years and he states that if the bike is running good don't worry about the spark plugs until about 20,000 miles. Why change them at 8k if the bike is running like new? I have 11k on my 2017 and it's still running great with the original plugs. TBH, you would probably be fine and the bike may run just fine for miles. However, while this has been discussed in a thorough post on this forum with great pictures, the fact of the matter is that it is very cheap insurance and preventative maintenance to keep your 10 running as efficient as possible. We already get shit mileage, so that will go down. You will have more gas that will pass through without ignition which may have minimal but additive effects. New plugs are more efficient on the electrical system as well, with less voltage required. Then there is the increased possibility of misfires and surges which is bound to happen at some point. Just buy the plugs and save the job for a rainy day... |
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Post by rracerfz10 on Jun 4, 2020 1:55:59 GMT -7
Only 8,000 miles out of the plugs? What does Yamaha run Autolite? Geez that’s crazy low mileage.
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jsutherman
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Post by jsutherman on Jun 4, 2020 6:16:53 GMT -7
Only 8,000 miles out of the plugs? What does Yamaha run Autolite? Geez that’s crazy low mileage. "recommended" XD. Although check this post out and you will see how corroded they get... fz10.org/thread/2984/sparkplugs |
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