This is the maintenance data for the Honda Z50A. The source of this data is Chilton's Honda Singles Repair and Tune-up Guide, 2nd ed. This book covers models made between 1968 and 1975.
| Fuel, Oil and Tire Pressure | |
| Gas Tank (gal) | 1.0 |
| Engine Oil (qt/l) | 0.8/0.8 |
| Front forks @ Leg (oz/cc) | |
| Tire Pressure 1 Front / Rear (psi) | 14/14 |
| Battery specifications | |
| Brand | Yuasa |
| Model | B60-6 |
| Voltage | 6 |
| Amp hrs. | 2 |
| Continuous Charging Rate (Amps) | 0.2 |
1 = Add 2 psi front, 4-6 psi rear, when carrying a passenger or for high-speed operation
2 = 7-21 psi according to conditions --- not applicable
Periodic maintenance, based upon normal usage after break-in is complete
Weekly
- Check engine oil level
- Tire pressure (cold)
- Spokes for tightness
- Battery electrolyte level
- Tightness of critical nuts and bolts
- Chain adjustment
Every 200 miles
- Lubricate and adjust drive chain
Every 1500 miles
- Change engine oil
- Clean and inspect air filter element
- Decarbonize spark arrestor
Every 2000 miles
- Clean and lubricate drive chain
Every 3000 miles
- Clean and gap spark plug
- Check points and ignition timing
- Check valve adjustment
- Check cam chain tension
- Check clutch
- Check carburetor settings
- Clean fuel filter and sediment bowl
- Grease fittings
- Lubricate controls and cables
Every 6000 miles
- Clean centrifugal and screen oil filters
- Change front fork oil
- Adjust steering head bearings
