Read this first. Every value on this page is typical or indicative for the ZXMOTO inline-three class, compiled for dealer workshops. Yangtze Moto Export is an export company, not the manufacturer. The owner’s and service manual supplied with each unit prevails wherever it differs; where a value is not printed in your manual, use these as a starting point and confirm by inspection.
Specifications (typical for the platform)
| 820RR | 818.8 cc inline-three, liquid-cooled DOHC 12-valve; 99 kW (134.6 hp) @ 12,000 rpm / 80 Nm @ 9,500 rpm (official data) |
| 500RR | 500 cc inline-four, liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve; 62 kW (85 hp) (official data) |
| Fuel system | EFI, ride-by-wire, multiple riding modes |
| Electronics | Six-axis IMU, cornering ABS, traction control, up/down quickshifter |
| Gearbox | 6-speed, slipper clutch, chain 525 |
| Fuel | 95–98 RON; tank 15–17 L |
| Note | Detailed service data is in the ZXMOTO manual; figures below are supersport-typical planning values. |
Catalog models on this platform: ZXMOTO 820RR (inline-three superbike), ZXMOTO 500RR (inline-four supersport), ZXMOTO 500F Retro Roadster. Model-specific figures are on each model page.
Fluids & capacities
| Engine oil | Full synthetic 10W-40 or 10W-50 JASO MA2; ≈ 3.0–3.6 L (820RR) / 2.6–3.0 L (500RR) — confirm in manual |
| Coolant | 50/50 premium glycol; ≈ 2.2–2.8 L |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 (DOT 5.1 acceptable) |
| Fork oil | Per adjustable USD fork spec |
Break-in
- 0–500 km: below 6,000 rpm, constantly varying, no wide-open throttle.
- 500–1,000 km: up to 8,000–9,000 rpm briefly.
- First service at 1,000 km: oil + filter, chain, re-torque, electronics check with the dealer tool if supplied.
- Track use only after the 1,000 km service.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | First | Then every | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 1,000 km | Every 5,000 km or yearly; every 1,500 km / 3 track days if used on track | |
| Valve clearance | — | Every 20,000–24,000 km (inspect) | |
| Spark plugs | — | 15,000–20,000 km (iridium) | |
| Air filter | — | 15,000 km; more often on track | |
| Chain 525 | 500 km | Every 1,000 km; set at 20,000 km | |
| Brake pads / fluid | — | Inspect 5,000 km / fluid yearly with track use | |
| Coolant | — | 2 years | |
| Throttle-body sync & TPS learn | 1,000 km | 12,000 km (dealer tool) |
Halve intervals for dust, sand, taxi/cargo duty or track use.
Torque values (indicative)
| Front axle | ≈ 65–75 Nm |
| Rear axle nut | ≈ 110–130 Nm |
| Sprocket nuts | ≈ 35–40 Nm |
| Radial caliper bolts | ≈ 40–45 Nm |
| Clip-on clamp bolts | ≈ 22–25 Nm |
| Drain plug | ≈ 25–30 Nm |
| Note | Indicative values for this class of machine. Use the value printed in the supplied manual if it differs. |
Tire pressures
| Road 17"/17" | 2.35 bar front / 2.5 bar rear (cold) |
| Track | 2.0 / 1.9 bar hot — per tire maker |
Common issues
| Symptom | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Riding-mode / IMU warning after battery reconnect | IMU and TPS need a relearn. | Key on, bike upright and still for 10 s, then throttle relearn; ride to clear. Persisting codes: dealer tool. |
| Quickshifter not cutting | Shift-rod sensor plug off or feature off in the menu. | Reconnect; enable in the TFT menu. |
| Will not start after shipping | Battery / stale fuel / immobiliser key not paired (some units ship with one key active). | Charge; fresh fuel; use the key marked as primary; pair the second key per the manual. |
| ABS lamp | Wheel-sensor gap after wheel refit. | Set gap; ride above 10 km/h. |
Fast-moving parts (recommended per 10 units)
| Part | Per 10 units | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | 20 | |
| Iridium spark plugs | 30 / 40 (4-cyl) | |
| Brake pads (radial) | 10 sets | |
| Levers, bar-ends, mirrors | 10 / 10 / 5 | |
| Fairing panels (drop damage) | 2 sets | |
| Frame sliders | 10 sets | |
| Chain & sprocket 525 | 3 | |
| Wheel-speed sensors | 2 |
Tools & safety
Workshop tools
- Full metric kit
- Torque wrenches
- Paddock stands (single-sided for 500RR variant)
- Dealer diagnostic tool (supplied where available)
- Charger with lithium mode if a Li battery is fitted
Safety notes
- Sold for track / closed-course use where road type-approval is absent — say so on the sales invoice.
- Lithium starter batteries: use a lithium-mode charger only.
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