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... standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. This model is important that have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your purchase of the Yamaha Road Star™. If you...
... standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. This model is important that have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your purchase of the Yamaha Road Star™. If you...
Owners Manual
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... oil ...6-13 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-15 Carburetor ...6-16 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-17 Valve clearance ...6-17 Tires (For spoke wheel model) ...6-17 Tires (For cast wheel models) ...6-19 Spoke wheels ...6-22 Cast wheels ...6-22 Accessories and replacement parts ...6-22 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...6-23 Adjusting the brake lever free play ...6-24 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...6-25 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...6-25 Checking the brake fluid...
... oil ...6-13 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-15 Carburetor ...6-16 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-17 Valve clearance ...6-17 Tires (For spoke wheel model) ...6-17 Tires (For cast wheel models) ...6-19 Spoke wheels ...6-22 Cast wheels ...6-22 Accessories and replacement parts ...6-22 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...6-23 Adjusting the brake lever free play ...6-24 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...6-25 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...6-25 Checking the brake fluid...
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... the steering ...6-32 Checking the wheel bearings ...6-33 Battery ...6-33 Replacing the fuses ...6-35 Replacing the headlight bulb ...6-36 Tail/brake light ...6-37 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...6-38 Replacing a license plate light bulb ...6-38 Supporting the motorcycle ...6-39 Troubleshooting ...6-39 Troubleshooting chart ...6-40 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1 Care ...7-1 Storage ...7-4 SPECIFICATIONS ...8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...9-1 Identification numbers ...9-1 Reporting safety defects ...9-3 Motorcycle noise regulation ...9-4 Maintenance record ...9-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION...
... the steering ...6-32 Checking the wheel bearings ...6-33 Battery ...6-33 Replacing the fuses ...6-35 Replacing the headlight bulb ...6-36 Tail/brake light ...6-37 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...6-38 Replacing a license plate light bulb ...6-38 Supporting the motorcycle ...6-39 Troubleshooting ...6-39 Troubleshooting chart ...6-40 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1 Care ...7-1 Storage ...7-4 SPECIFICATIONS ...8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ...9-1 Identification numbers ...9-1 Reporting safety defects ...9-3 Motorcycle noise regulation ...9-4 Maintenance record ...9-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION...
Owners Manual
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... wear an approved helmet. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to maintain control of the operator and passenger is designed for onroad use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle illegal to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal before turning or changing lanes. G This motorcycle is important for...
... wear an approved helmet. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to maintain control of the operator and passenger is designed for onroad use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle illegal to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal before turning or changing lanes. G This motorcycle is important for...
Owners Manual
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...fender. Make sure that accessories and cargo are added to improper weight distribution or aerodynamic changes. G Never attach any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors. • Accessories... that would impair the performance of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must be as lightweight as possible. G Shifting weights can create unstable handling or slow steering response. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper ...
...fender. Make sure that accessories and cargo are added to improper weight distribution or aerodynamic changes. G Never attach any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors. • Accessories... that would impair the performance of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must be as lightweight as possible. G Shifting weights can create unstable handling or slow steering response. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper ...
Owners Manual
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... fuel tank. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. When transporting the motorcycle in another vehicle, make sure that it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. G G Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch. The exhaust...
... fuel tank. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. When transporting the motorcycle in another vehicle, make sure that it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. G G Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch. The exhaust...
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... power, and the headlight, meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and position lights come on, and the engine can be removed. Turn. The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off . Make sure that the vehicle is locked, and all the way to the left. 2. The key cannot be removed. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10680 Main switch/steering lock LOCK...
... power, and the headlight, meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and position lights come on, and the engine can be removed. Turn. The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off . Make sure that the vehicle is locked, and all the way to the left. 2. The key cannot be removed. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10680 Main switch/steering lock LOCK...
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... indicator light " " This indicator light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective. " " EAU11020 Engine trouble warning light " " This warning light comes on when the transmission is in the neutral position. Turn signal indicator light " " This indicator light flashes when the turn the fuel cock lever to "ON". INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU11003 EAU11080 EAU11500 Indicator and warning lights High beam indicator light " " This indicator light comes...
... indicator light " " This indicator light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective. " " EAU11020 Engine trouble warning light " " This warning light comes on when the transmission is in the neutral position. Turn signal indicator light " " This indicator light flashes when the turn the fuel cock lever to "ON". INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU11003 EAU11080 EAU11500 Indicator and warning lights High beam indicator light " " This indicator light comes...
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..., the turn signal lights will self-cancel after it has returned to the center position. Set this switch to sound the horn. EAU12710 3 Start switch " " Push this model is equipped with the starter. Start switch " " / " 3-5 EAU12660 1. NOTE: The self-canceling system only operates when the vehicle is stuck. Dimmer switch " / " 2. When released, the switch returns to the center position. However, the turn , push this switch to " " before starting the engine. 1. EAU12430 Horn switch...
..., the turn signal lights will self-cancel after it has returned to the center position. Set this switch to sound the horn. EAU12710 3 Start switch " " Push this model is equipped with the starter. Start switch " " / " 3-5 EAU12660 1. NOTE: The self-canceling system only operates when the vehicle is stuck. Dimmer switch " / " 2. When released, the switch returns to the center position. However, the turn , push this switch to " " before starting the engine. 1. EAU12430 Horn switch...
Owners Manual
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... operating controls and their functions before riding. NOTE: When the transmission is set to " ". 3. Turn the starter (choke) on or flashes 5-1 ECA11370 WARNING G G Before starting the engine, check the function of time. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. EWA10290 G 5 G Become thoroughly familiar with the sidestand down. 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any length of the ignition circuit cut -off system to start, release the start switch. NOTE...
... operating controls and their functions before riding. NOTE: When the transmission is set to " ". 3. Turn the starter (choke) on or flashes 5-1 ECA11370 WARNING G G Before starting the engine, check the function of time. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. EWA10290 G 5 G Become thoroughly familiar with the sidestand down. 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any length of the ignition circuit cut -off system to start, release the start switch. NOTE...
Owners Manual
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... control the amount of time with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle for starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, etc. Even with the transmission in the illustration. 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...
... control the amount of time with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle for starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, etc. Even with the transmission in the illustration. 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...
Owners Manual
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... MINOR REPAIR EAU17600 Periodic maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ √ 3 Spark plugs Replace. Replace. 4 * Valve clearance Every 16000 mi (25000 km) 6 5 * Crankcase breather system Idle speed √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 * 7 * Exhaust system Evaporative emission control system (For California only) 8 * √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service...
... MINOR REPAIR EAU17600 Periodic maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ √ 3 Spark plugs Replace. Replace. 4 * Valve clearance Every 16000 mi (25000 km) 6 5 * Crankcase breather system Idle speed √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 * 7 * Exhaust system Evaporative emission control system (For California only) 8 * √ * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service...
Owners Manual
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... free play if necessary. • Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 6-6 √ √ 19 * Shock absorber assembly Rear suspension link pivots Engine oil Engine oil filter cartridge √ √ √ √ √ √ 20 * 21 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 22 * 23 * Transfer case oil Change. √ Change. 24 * Front and rear brake switches Control cables √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √...
... free play if necessary. • Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 6-6 √ √ 19 * Shock absorber assembly Rear suspension link pivots Engine oil Engine oil filter cartridge √ √ √ √ √ √ 20 * 21 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 6 22 * 23 * Transfer case oil Change. √ Change. 24 * Front and rear brake switches Control cables √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √...
Owners Manual
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... case. Place the vehicle on the dipstick. Turn the engine off . 13. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 12. Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. Oil quantity: Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.70 L (3.91 US qt) (3.26 Imp.qt) With oil filter cartridge replacement: 4.10 L (4.33 US qt) (3.61 Imp.qt) ECA11620 G Make sure that the vehicle is found, have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the vehicle. EAU20042 Transfer case...
... case. Place the vehicle on the dipstick. Turn the engine off . 13. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 12. Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. Oil quantity: Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.70 L (3.91 US qt) (3.26 Imp.qt) With oil filter cartridge replacement: 4.10 L (4.33 US qt) (3.61 Imp.qt) ECA11620 G Make sure that the vehicle is found, have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the vehicle. EAU20042 Transfer case...
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... knowledge and experience. Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.0 mm (0.04 in it as soon as handling, braking, performance and safety. Securely pack your vehicle, such as possible with a worn-out tire. Do not carry loosely packed items that the total weight of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198...
... knowledge and experience. Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.0 mm (0.04 in it as soon as handling, braking, performance and safety. Securely pack your vehicle, such as possible with a worn-out tire. Do not carry loosely packed items that the total weight of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198...
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... DUNLOP/D404 Tires (For cast wheel models) To ensure maximum performance, long service, and safe operation, note the following: Tire air pressure Always check and adjust the tire pressure before operating the motorcycle. Tire inflation pressure must be guaranteed. if approved for this model). 6 6-19 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire information This motorcycle is equipped with spoke wheels and tube tires. EWA10460 EAU21421 WARNING G G The front and rear tires should...
... DUNLOP/D404 Tires (For cast wheel models) To ensure maximum performance, long service, and safe operation, note the following: Tire air pressure Always check and adjust the tire pressure before operating the motorcycle. Tire inflation pressure must be guaranteed. if approved for this model). 6 6-19 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Tire information This motorcycle is equipped with spoke wheels and tube tires. EWA10460 EAU21421 WARNING G G The front and rear tires should...
Owners Manual
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... of the swingarm in direction (b), and then push the rear wheel forward. Tighten the axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt to the specified torques. Axle nut 6 1. Loosen the rear wheel axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt. 3. To loosen the drive belt, turn the adjusting bolt on each adjusting bolt the same amount for proper wheel alignment. Wheel axle 1. ECA10880 CAUTION: Improper drive belt slack will overload the engine.
... of the swingarm in direction (b), and then push the rear wheel forward. Tighten the axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt to the specified torques. Axle nut 6 1. Loosen the rear wheel axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt. 3. To loosen the drive belt, turn the adjusting bolt on each adjusting bolt the same amount for proper wheel alignment. Wheel axle 1. ECA10880 CAUTION: Improper drive belt slack will overload the engine.
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... fuse 2. Signaling system fuse Ignition fuse Headlight fuse Carburetor heater fuse Backup fuse (for the individual circuits, are located behind panel A. (See page 6-8.) If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. 1. Spare main fuse 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23524 Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the fuse box, which contains the fuses for odometer and clock) Spare fuse Specified fuses...
... fuse 2. Signaling system fuse Ignition fuse Headlight fuse Carburetor heater fuse Backup fuse (for the individual circuits, are located behind panel A. (See page 6-8.) If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. 1. Spare main fuse 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23524 Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the fuse box, which contains the fuses for odometer and clock) Spare fuse Specified fuses...
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...: Electric starter Lubrication system: Dry sump Fuel: Recommended fuel: Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity: 20.0 L (5.28 US gal) (4.40 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount: 3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal) Carburetor: Manufacturer: MIKUNI Type × quantity: BSR40 x 1 Spark plug (s): Manufacturer/model: NGK/DPR7EA-9 Manufacturer/model: DENSO/X22EPR-U9 Spark plug gap: 0.8-0.9 mm (0.031-0.035 in) Engine oil: Type: YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) or SAE20W40 Recommended engine oil grade: API service...
...: Electric starter Lubrication system: Dry sump Fuel: Recommended fuel: Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity: 20.0 L (5.28 US gal) (4.40 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount: 3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal) Carburetor: Manufacturer: MIKUNI Type × quantity: BSR40 x 1 Spark plug (s): Manufacturer/model: NGK/DPR7EA-9 Manufacturer/model: DENSO/X22EPR-U9 Spark plug gap: 0.8-0.9 mm (0.031-0.035 in) Engine oil: Type: YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) or SAE20W40 Recommended engine oil grade: API service...
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INDEX A Accessories and replacement parts...6-22 Air filter element, cleaning...6-15 Fuel...3-8 Fuel cock ...3-9 Fuel gauge...3-4 Fuel level warning light ...3-2 Fuel tank cap ...3-7 Fuses, replacing ...6-35 Part locations ...2-1 Pre-operation check list...4-2 R Rear brake light switch, adjusting ...6-25 Rear suspension, lubricating...6-31 Rider seat...3-10 B Battery...6-33 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...6-30 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...6-29 Brake fluid, changing ...6-27 Brake fluid level, checking ...6-26 Brake lever...3-6 Brake lever free play,...
INDEX A Accessories and replacement parts...6-22 Air filter element, cleaning...6-15 Fuel...3-8 Fuel cock ...3-9 Fuel gauge...3-4 Fuel level warning light ...3-2 Fuel tank cap ...3-7 Fuses, replacing ...6-35 Part locations ...2-1 Pre-operation check list...4-2 R Rear brake light switch, adjusting ...6-25 Rear suspension, lubricating...6-31 Rider seat...3-10 B Battery...6-33 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...6-30 Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ...6-29 Brake fluid, changing ...6-27 Brake fluid level, checking ...6-26 Brake lever...3-6 Brake lever free play,...