Yamaha Bolt maintenance schedule & recalls
2014–2026
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Maintenance schedule
General guidance — based on common manufacturer intervals| Service | Interval |
|---|---|
| Oil & filter | every 4,000 mi or 6 months |
| Chain & sprockets | every 600 mi or 3 months |
| Brakes | every 12 months |
| Valve adjustment | every 16,000 mi or 24 months |
| Battery | every 12 months |
| Spark plugs | every 8,000 mi or 24 months |
| Fluids/coolant | every 24 months |
Recalls
Yamaha Motor Company (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 XVS950CU (Bolt) motorcycles manufactured March 2013 through June 2013. Slack or sag in the wiring harness may allow it to contact the exhaust manifold causing the wires to melt, and possibly short circuit.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it away from the exhaust. If the wiring harness is damaged, it will first be replaced. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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Common questions
How often should the oil & filter be serviced on a Yamaha Bolt?
Service every 4,000 mi or 6 months for the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2026).
How often should the chain & sprockets be serviced on a Yamaha Bolt?
Service every 600 mi or 3 months for the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2026).
How often should the brakes be serviced on a Yamaha Bolt?
Service every 12 months for the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2026).
How often should the valve adjustment be serviced on a Yamaha Bolt?
Service every 16,000 mi or 24 months for the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2026).