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Owners Manual - Page 3
...basic maintenance of manufacture. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance...'s vast experience in these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. This manual will give you have made Yamaha a leader in...
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 ...5-2 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...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... factor in the prevention or reduction of head injuries. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to maintain control of the motorcycle. • The...fatalities from motorcycle accidents are some general guidelines to follow if loading cargo or adding accessories to your unprotected eyes could contribute to EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient lean angle ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... handlebar or the front fork area can create a sudden imbalance. G Never attach any accessories. When loading within this motorcycle. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper selection, installation and use on both sides of lights or engine power. Keep the following in mind, as well as those provided under "Loading" when...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...manual type). The exhaust fumes are not likely to touch these hot areas. • Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground, otherwise it may fall over , gasoline may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank. G Always turn the engine... may be hot, therefore, park the motorcycle in another vehicle, make sure that it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is turned to "ON" or "RES" (for...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...the neutral position.
3-1 Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on , and the engine can be removed.
The key can be turned to the left or right. Neutral indicator light ... with power, and the headlight, meter lighting, taillight and position lights come on when the transmission is pushed to "P". The key can be started. Turn signal indicator light "TURN"
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Owners Manual - Page 20
... in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the engine and is located at the right handlebar grip.
Shift pedal
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The shift pedal is located on the left side of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Shift...
Owners Manual - Page 22
... There are explained as to the carburetor when the engine is running. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CAUTION: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a negative pressure fuel cock. Use of 91 or higher. The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
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Fuel cock
This model is not recommended by Yamaha because...
Owners Manual - Page 27
...ignition circuit cut -off system according to the following functions. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the sidestand is noted, have a...Yamaha dealer check the system before riding.
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G It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is not pulled. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Ignition...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... switch may be defective.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
With the engine turned off: 1. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. The system is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up engine.
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With the engine still running: 6. NOTE: This check is OK. Move the sidestand...
Owners Manual - Page 32
... the sidestand up a cold engine
In order for any one of the following conditions must be met: G The transmission is set to "RUN". 3. Start the engine by pushing the start switch,... make sure that you do not thoroughly understand.
Turn the fuel cock lever to preserve the battery. NOTE: When the transmission is adequate ventilation. After starting attempt should be as short ...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... (choke) use depends upon the ambient temperature. Starting a warm engine
Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold engine with the exception that the starter (choke) is not required when the engine is warm, turn the starter (choke) off.
NOTE: To shift the transmission into the neutral position, press the shift pedal down repeatedly...
Owners Manual - Page 34
... recommended shift points shown in and use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are shown in the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of forced shifting. Shift the transmission into first gear when the motorcycle reaches 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h). If the...
Owners Manual - Page 36
... TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. Owner's tool kit
The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the safest and most important points of preventive maintenance and minor repairs. THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA, KNOWLEDGE...
Owners Manual - Page 38
...REPAIR... special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
6-3 ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month...Fuel line
• Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 7000 mi (11000 km) or 12 months. • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine...
Owners Manual - Page 41
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Owners Manual - Page 43
... MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to diagnose such problems yourself. Check that...mm (0.024-0.028 in the owner's tool kit. NOTE: If any spark plug to specification. 6
1. Check each spark plug is a medium-tolight tan (the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally). 2. Measure the spark...
Owners Manual - Page 77
... Wet, multiple-disc
Weight:
With oil and fuel: 147.0 kg (324 lb) (U49) 148.0 kg (326 lb) (CAL)
Engine:
Engine type: Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Cylinder arrangement:...engine oil grade: API service SE, SF, SG type or 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)
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Owners Manual - Page 82
...Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in individual problems between you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition...also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Owners Manual - Page 90
...Accessories and replacement parts...6-17 Air filter element, cleaning...6-12
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Front fork, checking ...6-27 Fuel...3-5 Fuel cock ...3-6 Fuel... Specifications ...8-1 Speedometer unit...3-2 Starter (choke) lever...3-7 Starting and warming up a cold engine ...5-1...grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...6-25 Tires ...6-15 Tool kit...6-1 Troubleshooting ...6-36 Troubleshooting chart ...6-37 Turn...
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