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Owners Manual - Page 6
... check list ...4-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...5-1 Starting and warming up a cold engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-3 Shifting ...5-3 Engine break-in ...5-4 Parking ...5-5 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...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...feet. To avoid the possibility of head injuries. G Always wear an approved helmet. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle. Here are the result of an accident, use .
G Wear ...; Never carry a passenger unless he or she can
cause burns. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to maintain control of vision that could catch on the control ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles. • Certain accessories can create a sudden imbalance. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently. Since Yamaha cannot test all other accessories that would impair the performance of your motorcycle. G Never install accessories or carry cargo that may be available, you must not exceed the maximum...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...position lights come on, and the engine can be pushed in the neutral...FUEL" High beam indicator light "HIGH BEAM" Oil level warning light "OIL LEVEL"
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CAUTION: Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge. Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on , but all other electrical systems are on when the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 18
... The electrical circuit of the warning light can be traveled with a full tank of fuel. Set the engine stop switch to "RUN" and turn the key to "ON". 2. If the ... unit
1. The speedometer shows riding speed. This information will enable you to plan future fuel stops.
3-2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position or pull the clutch lever. 3. Odometer 3. The electrical circuit ...
Owners Manual - Page 20
...engine. Engine stop the engine in case of fuel remain in the "ON" position.
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Fuel reserve switch "FUEL" During normal operation, this switch to the right. If the fuel warning light comes on while riding, set the switch to "RES", refuel as soon as when the vehicle... this switch should be canceled manually by pushing the switch in after the vehicle has traveled both about 150 ...
Owners Manual - Page 21
... ignition circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-14.)
The shift pedal is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the engine and is located on the left handlebar grip.
To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the handlebar grip. The brake lever is located...
Owners Manual - Page 23
.... Gasohol containing ethanol can cause damage to the exhaust system. Avoid spilling fuel on the hot engine.
Use of the filler tube as to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
3
WARNING
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CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. The use a gasoline of 91 or higher. Fuel tank filler tube 2. Gasohol There are two types of leaded gasoline will...
Owners Manual - Page 30
... described
3-14
WARNING
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G
The vehicle must not be ridden with your foot while holding the vehicle upright. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in fulfilling the responsibility of the... part of control. NOTE: The built-in sidestand switch is noted, have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it with the sidestand down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut -off ...
Owners Manual - Page 31
NOTE: This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up . 7. Keep the clutch lever pulled. 8. Move the sidestand down . 2. YES
NO
The clutch switch may be defective.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
With the engine turned off: 1. Does the engine start switch.
NO
The neutral switch may be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. The...
Owners Manual - Page 35
...: If the fuel level warning light comes on, check the fuel level, and, if necessary, refuel as soon as possible to start, release the start switch G The transmission is not raised...make sure that you do not thoroughly understand. NOTE: When the transmission is up. Start the engine by pushing the start the engine or operate it could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting...
Owners Manual - Page 37
... not designed to withstand the shock of time with the exception that the starter (choke) is not required when the engine is running. Pull the clutch lever to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are shown in the neutral position, do not tow the motorcycle for long distances. Open the...
Owners Manual - Page 38
...-in
There is about to stall or runs very roughly, pull the clutch lever in the engine wear and polish themselves to shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. Since the engine is almost completely stopped. During this reason, you should come on it for the first 1600 km (1000 mi). The neutral...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... will keep your vehicle in the owner's tool kit are intended to assist
6-1 THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT. The most efficient condition possible. THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... engine idle speed. • Check for the emission control system
INITIAL No. Replace.
6
4 *
Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Carburetor synchronization Idle speed
Every 26600 mi (42000 km
5 *
6 * 7 *
8 *
Exhaust system
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
6-3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR...
Owners Manual - Page 45
... items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. G Hydraulic brake and clutch systems • After disassembling the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders or clutch release cylinder, always change the fluid.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
INITIAL No. NOTE: From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36...
Owners Manual - Page 48
... engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
1. In addition, the condition of the spark plugs can reveal the condition of the engine. Instead, have the same color. Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to diagnose such problems yourself. Remove the spark plug cap.
1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR...
Owners Manual - Page 52
...repair the vehicle. Make sure that no foreign material enters the final gear case. Correct oil level 3. G Make sure that no oil gets on , immediately turn the engine off , and then check the oil level and correct it to the correct level. EWA10370
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Place the vehicle on a cold engine...check the vehicle. 10. CAUTION: If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on the tire or ...
Owners Manual - Page 58
...tire air pressure must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride. Tires
To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of the tires equals the ambient temperature). EWA10500
WARNING
1. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR..., and accessories approved for this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise.
Owners Manual - Page 79
... and operate the electric starter. Battery
Operate the electric starter. The engine turns over slowly. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance
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WARNING Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
1. Check the compressoin.
2. Compression
There is good. Check the...
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