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... ...3-2 Clutch lever ...3-3 Shift pedal ...3-4 Brake lever ...3-4 Brake pedal ...3-4 Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuel ...3-5 Fuel cock ...3-6 Starter (choke) lever ...3-7 Steering lock ...3-8 Rider seat ...3-8 Helmet holder ...3-9 Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ...3-9 Sidestand ...3-10 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...3-11 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...4-1 Pre-operation check list ...4-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...5-1 Starting and warming up 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...
... ...3-2 Clutch lever ...3-3 Shift pedal ...3-4 Brake lever ...3-4 Brake pedal ...3-4 Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuel ...3-5 Fuel cock ...3-6 Starter (choke) lever ...3-7 Steering lock ...3-8 Rider seat ...3-8 Helmet holder ...3-9 Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ...3-9 Sidestand ...3-10 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...3-11 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...4-1 Pre-operation check list ...4-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...5-1 Starting and warming up 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...
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... LIMITED WARRANTY ...9-7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...9-9 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery ...6-29 Replacing the fuses ...6-31 Replacing the headlight bulb ...6-32 Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...6-33 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...6-34 Supporting the motorcycle ...6-34 Front wheel ...6-35 Rear wheel ...6-37 Troubleshooting ...6-38 Troubleshooting chart ...6-39 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1 Care ...7-1 Storage ...7-3 SPECIFICATIONS ...8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...9-1 Identification numbers ...9-1 Reporting safety defects ...9-3 Motorcycle noise regulation ...9-4 Maintenance...
... LIMITED WARRANTY ...9-7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...9-9 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery ...6-29 Replacing the fuses ...6-31 Replacing the headlight bulb ...6-32 Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...6-33 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...6-34 Supporting the motorcycle ...6-34 Front wheel ...6-35 Rear wheel ...6-37 Troubleshooting ...6-38 Troubleshooting chart ...6-39 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1 Care ...7-1 Storage ...7-3 SPECIFICATIONS ...8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...9-1 Identification numbers ...9-1 Reporting safety defects ...9-3 Motorcycle noise regulation ...9-4 Maintenance...
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.... These items, including such cargo as possible on this weight limit, keep the following guidelines in cross winds. Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors. • Accessories fitted to the motorcycle as low and close to...
.... These items, including such cargo as possible on this weight limit, keep the following guidelines in cross winds. Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors. • Accessories fitted to the motorcycle as low and close to...
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G Never start the engine or let it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. The exhaust fumes are not recommended. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. If it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is turned to "ON" or "RES" (for vacuum type) / "OFF" (for any length of time in an area that it should swallow any gasoline, inhale...
G Never start the engine or let it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. The exhaust fumes are not recommended. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. If it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is turned to "ON" or "RES" (for vacuum type) / "OFF" (for any length of time in an area that it should swallow any gasoline, inhale...
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.... 3-1 Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on , but all other electrical systems are off . ECA11020 Indicator lights 3 CAUTION: Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge. High beam indicator light "HIGH BEAM" 2. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10450 EAU10810 EAU10980 Main switch P (Parking) The taillight and position lights are on when the transmission is pushed to "P". EAU10660 Turn signal indicator light "TURN...
.... 3-1 Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on , but all other electrical systems are off . ECA11020 Indicator lights 3 CAUTION: Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge. High beam indicator light "HIGH BEAM" 2. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10450 EAU10810 EAU10980 Main switch P (Parking) The taillight and position lights are on when the transmission is pushed to "P". EAU10660 Turn signal indicator light "TURN...
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... tank of the headlight is equipped with a speedometer, an odometer and a tripmeter. Start switch "START" 3-2 Right 1. The speedometer shows riding speed. The odometer shows the total distance traveled. Turn signal switch "TURN" 3. The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with the reset knob. Horn switch "HORN" The speedometer unit is switched on when the high beam of fuel. The...
... tank of the headlight is equipped with a speedometer, an odometer and a tripmeter. Start switch "START" 3-2 Right 1. The speedometer shows riding speed. The odometer shows the total distance traveled. Turn signal switch "TURN" 3. The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with the reset knob. Horn switch "HORN" The speedometer unit is switched on when the high beam of fuel. The...
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... vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is located at the left . INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12410 ECA10050 EAU12820 Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" Set the switch to "HI" for the high beam and to crank the engine with the starter. 3-3 EAU12510 1. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for starting instructions prior to "RUN" before starting the engine. To cancel the turn , push this switch...
... vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is located at the left . INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12410 ECA10050 EAU12820 Dimmer switch "LIGHTS" Set the switch to "HI" for the high beam and to crank the engine with the starter. 3-3 EAU12510 1. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for starting instructions prior to "RUN" before starting the engine. To cancel the turn , push this switch...
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... ethanol content does not exceed 10%. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems. EAU13580 Fuel cock This model is running. ON 3 CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. EAU13300 Recommended fuel: UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: 9.2 L (2.43 US gal) (2.02 Imp.gal) (CAL) 9.5 L (2.51 US gal) (2.09 Imp.gal) (U49) Fuel reserve amount: 2.6 L (0.69 US gal) (0.57 Imp...
... ethanol content does not exceed 10%. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems. EAU13580 Fuel cock This model is running. ON 3 CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. EAU13300 Recommended fuel: UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: 9.2 L (2.43 US gal) (2.02 Imp.gal) (CAL) 9.5 L (2.51 US gal) (2.09 Imp.gal) (U49) Fuel reserve amount: 2.6 L (0.69 US gal) (0.57 Imp...
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... suspension, turn the adjusting ring on each shock absorber assembly in a possible loss of the frame. Therefore, check this system regularly as follows. Adjust the spring preload as described 3-10 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10210 EAU15300 WARNING Always adjust both shock absorber assemblies equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of raising the sidestand before starting off system.) EWA10240 below and have a Yamaha dealer repair...
... suspension, turn the adjusting ring on each shock absorber assembly in a possible loss of the frame. Therefore, check this system regularly as follows. Adjust the spring preload as described 3-10 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10210 EAU15300 WARNING Always adjust both shock absorber assemblies equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of raising the sidestand before starting off system.) EWA10240 below and have a Yamaha dealer repair...
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... damage. Adjust if necessary. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM Check chain slack. Check air pressure. CHECKS PAGE Drive chain 6-23, 6-25 Wheels and tires 6-15, 6-17 Brake and shift pedals • Make sure that operation is smooth. ...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 6-27 6-27 - - 3-10 6-29 4 Brake and clutch levers Sidestand Chassis fasteners Instruments, lights, signals and switches Sidestand switch Battery 4-3 Check chain condition...
... damage. Adjust if necessary. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM Check chain slack. Check air pressure. CHECKS PAGE Drive chain 6-23, 6-25 Wheels and tires 6-15, 6-17 Brake and shift pedals • Make sure that operation is smooth. ...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 6-27 6-27 - - 3-10 6-29 4 Brake and clutch levers Sidestand Chassis fasteners Instruments, lights, signals and switches Sidestand switch Battery 4-3 Check chain condition...
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... neutral indicator light should be as short as possible to "RUN". 3. Turn the starter (choke) on page 3-11. Turn the fuel cock lever to start, release the start switch, wait a few seconds, and then try again. If the sidestand is set to preserve the battery. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any one of the following conditions must be on any control or function that the engine stop switch...
... neutral indicator light should be as short as possible to "RUN". 3. Turn the starter (choke) on page 3-11. Turn the fuel cock lever to start, release the start switch, wait a few seconds, and then try again. If the sidestand is set to preserve the battery. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any one of the following conditions must be on any control or function that the engine stop switch...
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... shifting to withstand the shock of time with the transmission in the table below. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. The neutral indicator light should come on. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is about to stall or runs very roughly, pull the clutch lever in and use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive...
... shifting to withstand the shock of time with the transmission in the table below. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. The neutral indicator light should come on. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is about to stall or runs very roughly, pull the clutch lever in and 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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Check that all spark plugs installed in ) 6-9 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 3. Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode on each spark plug for electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits, and replace it to specification. Install the spark plug cap. 6 1. Measure the spark plug gap with the spark plug wrench, and then tighten it if necessary. However, the spark plug should be defective. Clean the...
Check that all spark plugs installed in ) 6-9 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 3. Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode on each spark plug for electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits, and replace it to specification. Install the spark plug cap. 6 1. Measure the spark plug gap with the spark plug wrench, and then tighten it if necessary. However, the spark plug should be defective. Clean the...
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... the tube very carefully and replace it , or if the sidewall is not recommended to ride with a highquality product. Tire tread depth Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle. When a tire tread begins to a Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional knowledge and experience. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198 lb): Front...
... the tube very carefully and replace it , or if the sidewall is not recommended to ride with a highquality product. Tire tread depth Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle. When a tire tread begins to a Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional knowledge and experience. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198 lb): Front...
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Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket, and then install the wheel by installing the bolt and nut, and then tighten the bolt to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have a shorter service life and can cause poor starting and loss of the brake light. 4. Install the axle nut, and then lower the rear wheel so that it to the specified torque. 6 Tightening torque: Brake torque rod...
Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket, and then install the wheel by installing the bolt and nut, and then tighten the bolt to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have a shorter service life and can cause poor starting and loss of the brake light. 4. Install the axle nut, and then lower the rear wheel so that it to the specified torque. 6 Tightening torque: Brake torque rod...
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.... Ignition Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. Check the battery. The engine does not start . Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. The engine does not start . Check the compressoin. 2. The engine turns over slowly. Check the electrolyte and battery lead connections, and charge the battery if necessary. 6-39 Check the ignition. 6 3. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU25931 Troubleshooting chart EWA10840 WARNING Keep...
.... Ignition Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. Check the battery. The engine does not start . Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. The engine does not start . Check the compressoin. 2. The engine turns over slowly. Check the electrolyte and battery lead connections, and charge the battery if necessary. 6-39 Check the ignition. 6 3. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU25931 Troubleshooting chart EWA10840 WARNING Keep...
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... that all electrical couplers and connectors, including the spark plug caps, are used on hard-to clean plastic. Test the product on spoked wheels. Make sure that it does not leave any marks. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil burnt onto the crankcase, with plastic bags after washing. ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprockets, the drive chain and wheel axles. Use only...
... that all electrical couplers and connectors, including the spark plug caps, are used on hard-to clean plastic. Test the product on spoked wheels. Make sure that it does not leave any marks. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil burnt onto the crankcase, with plastic bags after washing. ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprockets, the drive chain and wheel axles. Use only...
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... (326 lb) (CAL) Engine: Engine type: Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Cylinder arrangement: V-type 2-cylinder Displacement: 249.0 cm³ (15.19 cu.in) Bore × stroke: 49.0 × 66.0 mm (1.93 × 2.60 in) Compression ratio: 10.00 :1 Starting system: Electric starter Lubrication system: Wet sump Recommended engine oil grade: API service SE, SF, SG type or higher Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48...
... (326 lb) (CAL) Engine: Engine type: Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Cylinder arrangement: V-type 2-cylinder Displacement: 249.0 cm³ (15.19 cu.in) Bore × stroke: 49.0 × 66.0 mm (1.93 × 2.60 in) Compression ratio: 10.00 :1 Starting system: Electric starter Lubrication system: Wet sump Recommended engine oil grade: API service SE, SF, SG type or higher Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48...
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... ...6-1 Maintenance record ...9-5 Model label...9-2 D Dimmer switch ...3-3 Drive chain, lubricating ...6-25 Drive chain slack ...6-23 T Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ...6-33 Throttle cable free play, adjusting...6-15 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Tires...6-15 Tool kit ...6-1 Troubleshooting ...6-38 Troubleshooting chart ...6-39 Turn signal indicator light ...3-1 E Engine break-in ...5-4 Engine oil and oil filter element...6-10 Engine, starting a warm...5-2 Engine stop switch...3-3 N Neutral indicator light ...3-1 Noise regulation ...9-4 P Panel, removing...
... ...6-1 Maintenance record ...9-5 Model label...9-2 D Dimmer switch ...3-3 Drive chain, lubricating ...6-25 Drive chain slack ...6-23 T Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ...6-33 Throttle cable free play, adjusting...6-15 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...6-26 Tires...6-15 Tool kit ...6-1 Troubleshooting ...6-38 Troubleshooting chart ...6-39 Turn signal indicator light ...3-1 E Engine break-in ...5-4 Engine oil and oil filter element...6-10 Engine, starting a warm...5-2 Engine stop switch...3-3 N Neutral indicator light ...3-1 Noise regulation ...9-4 P Panel, removing...