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... standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of this motorcycle. This manual will give you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of the Yamaha Road Star™. This model is important that...
... standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of this motorcycle. This manual will give you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of the Yamaha Road Star™. This model is important that...
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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...
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... feet on the control levers, footrests, or wheels and cause injury or an accident. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your unprotected eyes could contribute to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal before turning or changing lanes. The posture of the operator and passenger is important for use of a safety helmet is effective...
... feet on the control levers, footrests, or wheels and cause injury or an accident. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your unprotected eyes could contribute to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal before turning or changing lanes. The posture of the operator and passenger is important for use of a safety helmet is effective...
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... or aerodynamic changes. These items, including such cargo as possible on this weight limit, keep the following guidelines in 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 handlebar or the front fork area can create unstable handling or slow steering response. Maximum...
... or aerodynamic changes. These items, including such cargo as possible on this weight limit, keep the following guidelines in 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 handlebar or the front fork area can create unstable handling or slow steering response. Maximum...
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... when adding electrical accessories. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. G Never start the engine or let it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. If it may fall over , gasoline may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. Always operate your clothes. When parking the...
... when adding electrical accessories. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. G Never start the engine or let it could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power. If it may fall over , gasoline may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank. a kerosene heater, or near a flammable source (e.g. Always operate your clothes. When parking the...
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... vehicle is used to "OFF" or "LOCK". 1. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10680 Main switch/steering lock LOCK The steering is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident. EAU10660 1. The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is stopped before turning the key to lock the steering. WARNING Never turn it . EAU10520 Push the key in, and then turn the key...
... vehicle is used to "OFF" or "LOCK". 1. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10680 Main switch/steering lock LOCK The steering is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident. EAU10660 1. The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is stopped before turning the key to lock the steering. WARNING Never turn it . EAU10520 Push the key in, and then turn the key...
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... transmission is also equipped with a selfdiagnosis device for 3.0 seconds. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds, then go off , have a Yamaha dealer check the selfdiagnosis system. EAU38100 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If the fuel level detection circuit is switched on. NOTE: This model is in the neutral position. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL...
... transmission is also equipped with a selfdiagnosis device for 3.0 seconds. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds, then go off , have a Yamaha dealer check the selfdiagnosis system. EAU38100 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If the fuel level detection circuit is switched on. NOTE: This model is in the neutral position. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL...
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... approximately 15 seconds. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12343 EAU12400 EAU12500 Handlebar switches Left Dimmer switch " / " Set this switch to sound the horn. Turn signal switch " / " 3. EAU12660 1. Horn switch " " Right Turn signal switch " / " To signal a right-hand turn signal lights can also be canceled manually by pushing the switch in case of an emergency, such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is moving, so that the turn signal lights will self-cancel...
... approximately 15 seconds. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12343 EAU12400 EAU12500 Handlebar switches Left Dimmer switch " / " Set this switch to sound the horn. Turn signal switch " / " 3. EAU12660 1. Horn switch " " Right Turn signal switch " / " To signal a right-hand turn signal lights can also be canceled manually by pushing the switch in case of an emergency, such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is moving, so that the turn signal lights will self-cancel...
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... can cause loss of time. Turn the starter (choke) on page 3-17. NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch. Never ride with all operating controls and their functions before riding. CAUTION: The engine trouble warning light should be as short as possible to preserve the battery. NOTE: When the transmission is set to " ". 3. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any length of consciousness and...
... can cause loss of time. Turn the starter (choke) on page 3-17. NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch. Never ride with all operating controls and their functions before riding. CAUTION: The engine trouble warning light should be as short as possible to preserve the battery. NOTE: When the transmission is set to " ". 3. Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any length of consciousness and...
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... not tow the motorcycle for starting off , and do not coast for long periods of engine power available for long distances. Neutral position G Shifting gears lets you control the amount of time with the transmission in . 5. Pull the clutch lever to stop the motorcycle. If the engine is running. NOTE: To shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. NOTE: Always shift gears at the same time, release the clutch...
... not tow the motorcycle for starting off , and do not coast for long periods of engine power available for long distances. Neutral position G Shifting gears lets you control the amount of time with the transmission in . 5. Pull the clutch lever to stop the motorcycle. If the engine is running. NOTE: To shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. NOTE: Always shift gears at the same time, release the clutch...
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...; Adjust if necessary. • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust engine idle speed. • Check for leakage. • Tighten if necessary. • Replace gasket(s) if necessary. • Check control system for the emission control system INITIAL No. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17600 Periodic maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ √ 3 Spark plugs Replace.
...; Adjust if necessary. • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust engine idle speed. • Check for leakage. • Tighten if necessary. • Replace gasket(s) if necessary. • Check control system for the emission control system INITIAL No. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17600 Periodic maintenance chart for damage. • Replace if necessary. √ √ 3 Spark plugs Replace.
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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 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √...
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... engine oil filler cap, and then gradually fill the oil tank with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of the check hole. 14. Place the vehicle on the dipstick. Remove the oil check bolt, and then check the oil level in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Install the rider seat. 6 CAUTION: G In order to the side can result in an upright position. Start the engine...
... engine oil filler cap, and then gradually fill the oil tank with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of the check hole. 14. Place the vehicle on the dipstick. Remove the oil check bolt, and then check the oil level in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Install the rider seat. 6 CAUTION: G In order to the side can result in an upright position. Start the engine...
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...) * Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories EWA10510 and check the condition and pressure of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. Make sure that can shift. Tire inspection if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in ) EWA10560 WARNING G 6 G WARNING Proper loading of your vehicle is cracked, contact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. Securely pack your tires. Tire tread...
...) * Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories EWA10510 and check the condition and pressure of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. Make sure that can shift. Tire inspection if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in ) EWA10560 WARNING G 6 G WARNING Proper loading of your vehicle is cracked, contact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. Securely pack your tires. Tire tread...
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... 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. EWA11010 WARNING Tire inflation pressure should be guaranteed. Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted according to total weight of the vehicle cannot be of the same make and design, otherwise the handling characteristics of cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (windshield...
... 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. EWA11010 WARNING Tire inflation pressure should be guaranteed. Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted according to total weight of the vehicle cannot be of the same make and design, otherwise the handling characteristics of cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (windshield...
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Tighten the axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt to the specified torques. Tighten the locknuts. 2. Loosen the rear wheel axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt. 3. Keep the drive belt slack within the specified range. 5. Axle nut 6 1. Loosen the drive belt puller locknut on each side of the swingarm. 6-28 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23070 To adjust the drive belt slack 1. NOTE: Turn each side...
Tighten the axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt to the specified torques. Tighten the locknuts. 2. Loosen the rear wheel axle nut and the brake caliper bracket bolt. 3. Keep the drive belt slack within the specified range. 5. Axle nut 6 1. Loosen the drive belt puller locknut on each side of the swingarm. 6-28 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23070 To adjust the drive belt slack 1. NOTE: Turn each side...
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... 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. Turn the key to "OFF" and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 2. Main fuse 2. 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: Main fuse: 30.0 A Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Ignition fuse...
... 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. Turn the key to "OFF" and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 2. Main fuse 2. 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: Main fuse: 30.0 A Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Ignition fuse...
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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,...