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...a cold engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-2 Shifting ...5-2 Engine break-in ...5-4 Parking ...5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...6-1 Owner's tool kit ...6-1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...6-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...6-4 Checking the spark plugs ...6-8 Canister (for California only) ...6-9 Engine oil and oil filter element ...6-10 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-12 Adjusting the carburetor ...6-14 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...6-14 Adjusting the valve clearance ...6-14 Tires ...6-15...
...a cold engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-2 Shifting ...5-2 Engine break-in ...5-4 Parking ...5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...6-1 Owner's tool kit ...6-1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...6-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...6-4 Checking the spark plugs ...6-8 Canister (for California only) ...6-9 Engine oil and oil filter element ...6-10 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-12 Adjusting the carburetor ...6-14 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...6-14 Adjusting the valve clearance ...6-14 Tires ...6-15...
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...-Yamaha accessories. G Shifting weights can create unstable handling or slow steering response. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause a dangerous loss of your motorcycle. Make sure that may be available, you must be as lightweight as those provided under "Loading" when mounting accessories. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically...
...-Yamaha accessories. G Shifting weights can create unstable handling or slow steering response. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause a dangerous loss of your motorcycle. Make sure that may be available, you must be as lightweight as those provided under "Loading" when mounting accessories. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically...
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... time in the vicinity of the carburetor or fuel tank. G Never start the engine or let it run for manual type). If it should swallow any length of gasoline vapor, or allow gasoline to get into your eyes, see your clothes. 1 G G 1-4 G Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch. SAFETY INFORMATION Gasoline and exhaust gas...
... time in the vicinity of the carburetor or fuel tank. G Never start the engine or let it run for manual type). If it should swallow any length of gasoline vapor, or allow gasoline to get into your eyes, see your clothes. 1 G G 1-4 G Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch. SAFETY INFORMATION Gasoline and exhaust gas...
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... in the neutral position. 3-1 High beam indicator light "HIGH BEAM" 2. Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" 3. The key cannot be removed. The key can be removed. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10450 EAU10810 EAU10980 Main switch P (Parking) The taillight and position lights are on, but all other electrical systems are off . ECA11020 Indicator lights CAUTION: Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge...
... in the neutral position. 3-1 High beam indicator light "HIGH BEAM" 2. Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" 3. The key cannot be removed. The key can be removed. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10450 EAU10810 EAU10980 Main switch P (Parking) The taillight and position lights are on, but all other electrical systems are off . ECA11020 Indicator lights CAUTION: Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge...
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.... The speedometer shows riding speed. Turn signal switch "TURN" 3. Engine stop switch "ENGINE STOP" 2. Horn switch "HORN" The speedometer unit is switched on when the high beam of fuel. Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" 2. Start switch "START" 3-2 Speedometer unit Handlebar switches Left 3 1. 2. 3. 4. The tripmeter can be used to plan future fuel stops. The tripmeter shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero with a full tank of the headlight is equipped with...
.... The speedometer shows riding speed. Turn signal switch "TURN" 3. Engine stop switch "ENGINE STOP" 2. Horn switch "HORN" The speedometer unit is switched on when the high beam of fuel. Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" 2. Start switch "START" 3-2 Speedometer unit Handlebar switches Left 3 1. 2. 3. 4. The tripmeter can be used to plan future fuel stops. The tripmeter shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero with a full tank of the headlight is equipped with...
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.... INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12410 ECA10050 EAU12820 Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" Set the switch to "HI" for the high beam and to the center position. When released, the switch returns to "LO" for smooth clutch operation. EAU12650 Engine stop the engine in after it has returned to crank the engine with a clutch switch, which is stuck. The clutch lever is equipped with the starter. 3-3 To signal a left-hand turn...
.... INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12410 ECA10050 EAU12820 Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" Set the switch to "HI" for the high beam and to the center position. When released, the switch returns to "LO" for smooth clutch operation. EAU12650 Engine stop the engine in after it has returned to crank the engine with a clutch switch, which is stuck. The clutch lever is equipped with the starter. 3-3 To signal a left-hand turn...
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... extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs. Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it . ON CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. The use a gasoline of unleaded fuel will cause severe damage to the carburetor when the engine is equipped with a negative pressure fuel cock. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems. EAU13580 Fuel cock This model is running. Turn...
... extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs. Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it . ON CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. The use a gasoline of unleaded fuel will cause severe damage to the carburetor when the engine is equipped with a negative pressure fuel cock. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems. EAU13580 Fuel cock This model is running. Turn...
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... . INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10210 EAU15300 WARNING Always adjust both shock absorber assemblies equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it does not function properly. WARNING The vehicle must not be ridden with the position indicator on the shock absorber. NOTE: The built-in direction (a). To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn...
... . INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10210 EAU15300 WARNING Always adjust both shock absorber assemblies equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it does not function properly. WARNING The vehicle must not be ridden with the position indicator on the shock absorber. NOTE: The built-in direction (a). To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn...
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... the start switch. Move the sidestand down . Does the engine stall? NO The neutral switch may be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. Does the engine start ? Turn the key on . 3. Does the engine start ? The motorcycle should not be defective. The system is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up engine. 3 YES With the engine still running: 6. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS With the engine turned off: 1. YES NO The clutch switch may...
... the start switch. Move the sidestand down . Does the engine stall? NO The neutral switch may be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. Does the engine start ? Turn the key on . 3. Does the engine start ? The motorcycle should not be defective. The system is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up engine. 3 YES With the engine still running: 6. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS With the engine turned off: 1. YES NO The clutch switch may...
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...Check air pressure. Check tire condition and tread depth. CHECKS PAGE Drive chain 6-22, 6-24 Wheels and tires 6-15, 6-16 Brake and shift pedals Brake and clutch levers Sidestand Chassis fasteners Instruments, lights, signals and switches Sidestand switch Battery ...ignition circuit cut-off system. • If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. • Check fluid level. • Fill with distilled water if necessary. 6-26 4 6-26 6-26 - - 3-10 6-28 4-3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM Check chain slack. Check for damage. Correct if necessary. Check chain condition...
...Check air pressure. Check tire condition and tread depth. CHECKS PAGE Drive chain 6-22, 6-24 Wheels and tires 6-15, 6-16 Brake and shift pedals Brake and clutch levers Sidestand Chassis fasteners Instruments, lights, signals and switches Sidestand switch Battery ...ignition circuit cut-off system. • If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. • Check fluid level. • Fill with distilled water if necessary. 6-26 4 6-26 6-26 - - 3-10 6-28 4-3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM Check chain slack. Check for damage. Correct if necessary. Check chain condition...
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G The transmission is in the neutral position. Before starting , one attempt. 6. NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch. Turn the key to "ON" and make sure that the engine stop switch is up. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU15950 EAU32620 EWA10270 WARNING G Starting and warming up a cold engine In order for any length of the ignition circuit cut -off system according to the procedure described...
G The transmission is in the neutral position. Before starting , one attempt. 6. NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch. Turn the key to "ON" and make sure that the engine stop switch is up. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU15950 EAU32620 EWA10270 WARNING G Starting and warming up a cold engine In order for any length of the ignition circuit cut -off system according to the procedure described...
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... neutral position when the motorcycle is running. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. Pull the clutch lever to slow the motorcycle. 2. NOTE: Always shift gears at the same time, release the clutch lever slowly. Apply both the front and the rear brakes to disengage the clutch. 2. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive...
... neutral position when the motorcycle is running. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. Pull the clutch lever to slow the motorcycle. 2. NOTE: Always shift gears at the same time, release the clutch lever slowly. Apply both the front and the rear brakes to disengage the clutch. 2. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive...
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... maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ 2 Spark plugs √ Replace. √ Replace. √ 3 * Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Idle speed √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 4 * 5 * √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 * Exhaust system Evaporative emission control system (For California only) 7 * √ √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service...
... maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ 2 Spark plugs √ Replace. √ Replace. √ 3 * Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Idle speed √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 4 * 5 * √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 * Exhaust system Evaporative emission control system (For California only) 7 * √ √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service...
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... condition of the engine. Spark plug gap: 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in the owner's tool kit. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU19543 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to slowly erode, the spark plugs should be defective. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the engine could be removed and checked in the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Spark plug...
... condition of the engine. Spark plug gap: 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in the owner's tool kit. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU19543 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to slowly erode, the spark plugs should be defective. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the engine could be removed and checked in the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Spark plug...
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.... Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. Oil filter element cover 5. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: Skip steps 4-6 if the oil filter element is properly seated. 7. Tightening torque: Oil filter element cover bolt: 7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf) CAUTION: G NOTE: Make sure that the O-ring is not being replaced. 4. O-ring 6. In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not use oils with a diesel specification of...
.... Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. Oil filter element cover 5. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: Skip steps 4-6 if the oil filter element is properly seated. 7. Tightening torque: Oil filter element cover bolt: 7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf) CAUTION: G NOTE: Make sure that the O-ring is not being replaced. 4. O-ring 6. In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not use oils with a diesel specification of...
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... the rear brake light switch in place. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0-30.0 mm (0.79-1.18 in) at the brake rod in direction (a). Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 1. EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 1. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut EWA10680 WARNING G After adjusting the drive chain slack...
... the rear brake light switch in place. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0-30.0 mm (0.79-1.18 in) at the brake rod in direction (a). Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 1. EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 1. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut EWA10680 WARNING G After adjusting the drive chain slack...
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... battery. Compression There is no compression. Fuel There is good. The engine does not start. Ignition Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. Wet Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs. Check the electrolyte and battery lead connections, and charge the battery if necessary. 6-37 The battery is enough fuel. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU25931 Troubleshooting chart EWA10840 WARNING...
... battery. Compression There is no compression. Fuel There is good. The engine does not start. Ignition Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. Wet Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs. Check the electrolyte and battery lead connections, and charge the battery if necessary. 6-37 The battery is enough fuel. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU25931 Troubleshooting chart EWA10840 WARNING...
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... brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. Use only a soft, clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to avoid using strong acidic wheel cleaners, especially on hard-to make sure that all electrical couplers and connectors, including the spark plug caps, are tightly installed. 3. Do not use a quality plastic polishing compound after the engine has cooled...
... brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. Use only a soft, clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to avoid using strong acidic wheel cleaners, especially on hard-to make sure that all electrical couplers and connectors, including the spark plug caps, are tightly installed. 3. Do not use a quality plastic polishing compound after the engine has cooled...
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... higher Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp.qt) With oil filter element replacement: 1.60 L (1.69 US qt) (1.41 Imp.qt) Transmission: Primary reduction system: Spur gear Primary reduction ratio: 72/23 (3.130) Secondary reduction system: Chain drive Secondary reduction ratio: 45/16 (2.812) Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed Operation: Left foot operation Air filter: Air filter element: Wet element 8 Fuel: Recommended fuel...
... higher Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp.qt) With oil filter element replacement: 1.60 L (1.69 US qt) (1.41 Imp.qt) Transmission: Primary reduction system: Spur gear Primary reduction ratio: 72/23 (3.130) Secondary reduction system: Chain drive Secondary reduction ratio: 45/16 (2.812) Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed Operation: Left foot operation Air filter: Air filter element: Wet element 8 Fuel: Recommended fuel...
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... Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuses, replacing ...6-30 R Rear brake light switch, adjusting ...6-20 Rider seat...3-8 B Battery...6-28 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Brake fluid, changing ...6-22 Brake fluid level, checking ...6-21 Brake lever...3-4 Brake lever free play, adjusting...6-18 Brake pads and shoes, checking ...6-21 Brake pedal...3-4 Brake pedal position and free play, adjusting ...6-19 S Safety defects, reporting ...9-3 Safety information ...1-1 Shifting ...5-2 Shift pedal ...3-4 Shock absorber assemblies...
... Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuses, replacing ...6-30 R Rear brake light switch, adjusting ...6-20 Rider seat...3-8 B Battery...6-28 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Brake fluid, changing ...6-22 Brake fluid level, checking ...6-21 Brake lever...3-4 Brake lever free play, adjusting...6-18 Brake pads and shoes, checking ...6-21 Brake pedal...3-4 Brake pedal position and free play, adjusting ...6-19 S Safety defects, reporting ...9-3 Safety information ...1-1 Shifting ...5-2 Shift pedal ...3-4 Shock absorber assemblies...