Yamalube Advantage

[Chip F.]

Just got this today in email:

http://yamalubeadvantage.com

 

[Noko]

Meh, Lube is lube for the most part.

 

[0627Devildog]

As Terms of Service go. . . . I have seen worse. . . . :

http://yamalubeadvantage.com/globalassets/yamalube-engine-warranty.pdf

"A Qualified Breakdown does not include the reduction in operating performance due to lack of maintenance and/or wear and tear, including a reduction in engine compression due to worn rings or valves, or abnormal sounds such as “knocking,” “pinging” or “rattling” sounds when a breakdown has not occurred.

COVERED PARTS means “Oil Wetted” engine parts, including pistons, piston rings, piston pins, crankshaft, main bearings, connecting rods, rod bearings, camshaft, camshaft bearings, timing chain and gears, intake and exhaust valves, valve springs, guides, oil pump, push rods, rocker arms, lifters and rocker arm shafts. The engine block and cylinder heads are also Covered Parts if mechanical failure was caused by a failure of the above listed Covered Parts. Covered Parts does not include the following: (1) all fuel system parts; (2) all ignition, starting and electrical system parts; (3) turbocharger and supercharger systems; and (4) all exhaust pipes, muffler, catalyst and related system parts; and (5) all transmission, drive train and clutch related system parts. This Limited Warranty covers no other parts. Replacement will be made with a part that is of a like kind and quality (i.e. new, remanufactured or used part) compatible with the original design specifications and wear tolerances of the Qualified Product.

COVERED LABOR means flat rate labor costs, at a qualified Yamaha dealer only, according to such dealer’s approved labor rate for repair or replacement of the Covered Parts. This Limited Warranty covers no other labor.

FAIR MARKET VALUE means an amount equal to the private sale value of the Qualified Product on the date of a Qualified Breakdown as set forth by N.A.D.A. (National Automobile Dealers Association) or some other similar listing of product values if a N.A.D.A. value was not available. "

 

[Gym]

Interesting. Does all maintenance have to be performed by an authorized Yamaha dealer for 5000 hours? If so that could cost way more than the cost of 2 new engines.

 

[0627Devildog]

Interesting. Does all maintenance have to be performed by an authorized Yamaha dealer for 5000 hours? If so that could cost way more than the cost of 2 new engines.

No, you just need to "register" the scheduled service within 30 days of performing it. . . . . I believe through an online portal.

 

[nawlinstornado]

Has anyone actually had an issue and used the Yamalube warranty? I registered and bought two change kits for the 10 hour service so that I can meet the requirements. But I'd like to know how difficult they are to get service if there is a problem.

 

[Beachbummer]

I'd like to hear how much is actually paid through this program on a yearly basis. My guess is a big fat zero.

 

[nawlinstornado]

I've been googling like a madman but can't find any Yamalube Advantage denied warranty claims posted for any Yamaha engines, not just boats. So I'm genuinely intrigued.

 

[Wishfull1]

I tried to register, but it doesn't like my HIN.

 

[Dough]

Put us- in front of hull number

 

[CDENsomnia]

I registered and entered my first oil change at 10 hours but you have to know if they are warrantying the engines for 5000 hours they know for a fact they aren't going to have issues. Its the reason I stuck with yamaha. These engines are just too reliable! I actually heard stories of dealers not wanting to be a yamaha dealer because they don't get enough service work.

 

[nawlinstornado]

IThese engines are just too reliable! I actually heard stories of dealers not wanting to be a yamaha dealer because they don't get enough service work.

That's my hope! I've owned 3 Yamaha motorcycles and they were all bulletproof. Made the decision to buy my first boat a lot less stressful.