2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Problems and Repair Information
Get Help and Support for Yamaha Motorsports
View All Support Options Below
Free 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star manuals!
Problems with 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star?
Ask a Question
Other Models
Free 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star manuals!
Problems with 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star?
Ask a Question
Other Models
Popular 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 7
... ...3-19 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...4-1 Pre-operation check list ...4-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...5-1 Starting the engine ...5-1 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 10
... injuries. The use and may also make your motorcycle illegal to your motorcycle. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic conditions. • Always signal..., use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to use only. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to an impairment of head injuries.
Owners Manual - Page 11
... freedom of movement of the opera-
1 Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper selection, installation and use on both sides of the motorcycle to lift the motorcycle, or the motorcycle may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles. • Certain accessories can create unstable handling or a slow...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...
Gasoline and exhaust gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine off when refueling.... may leak out of the fuel tank. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the ...engine or exhaust system when refueling. • Never refuel while smoking or in another vehicle, make sure that it may fall over , gasoline may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 22
...the transmission is pushed to the left or right. Neutral indicator light " " High beam indicator light " " Left turn signal indicator light " " Right turn signal indicator light " " Engine trouble warning light " " Fuel ...fuel level detection circuit is defective, the following cycle will flash eight times, and then go off for a few seconds, then go off , have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle...
Owners Manual - Page 27
...vehicle is located at an intersection. Set this does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU12710
"SELECT" switch " / " This switch is used to perform selections in after it has returned to crank the engine... switch " " Press this switch to the center position.
The lever should be canceled manually by pushing the switch in the tripmeter, to set the brightness mode of the ignition ...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... left side of the motorcycle. The brake pedal is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on the right side of the engine and is on this motorcycle.
The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip. Brake lever
1.
Owners Manual - Page 30
...fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
EAU13443
Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic converters in the exhaust system.
G Never park the vehicle near possible fire hazards such as to internal engine... brand or premium unleaded fuel. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
ECA10070
CAUTION: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a pump octane number [(R+M)/2] of ...
Owners Manual - Page 37
...off system.)
EWA10240
below and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it with the sidestand down for an explanation...if the sidestand cannot be ridden with your foot while holding the vehicle upright.
Yamaha's ignition circuit cut -off system has been designed to...it does not function properly. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is located on the...
Owners Manual - Page 38
... the key on . 3. Move the sidestand up . 11.
Move the sidestand down . 2. YES
After the engine has stalled: 10. Keep the clutch lever pulled. 12. The system is turned on . 4. Shift the transmission into gear. 9. Does the engine stall?
Push the start ? NO
The sidestand switch may be defective. The motorcycle should not...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... the cap is installed when the auxiliary DC connector is in the "ON" position.
ECA15310
CAUTION: The accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector behind panel A can be used .
1
3
1. Auxiliary DC connector
A 12-V accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector should not be used when the key is not being used with...
Owners Manual - Page 43
... raised completely, it in the neutral position. ECA11560
CAUTION: The fuel level warning light and engine trouble warning light should come on page 3-17.
EWA10290
WARNING
G
G
Before starting even though the engine will crank when pushing the start the engine after a turnover, be met: G The transmission is in a closed area for a few seconds, then go...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... RIDING POINTS
off , accelerating, climbing hills, etc. If a warning light does not go off, see page 3-2 for starting off. ECA11130 EAU16671
CAUTION: For maximum engine life, always warm the engine up before starting off . Shift the transmission into the neutral position, press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of...
Owners Manual - Page 45
... the motorcycle reaches 25 km/h (16 mi/h). Follow the same procedure when shifting to disengage the clutch. 2.
Always use the brakes to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are shown in . 5. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. EAU16720
Recommended shift points The recommended shift...
Owners Manual - Page 47
... and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the performance of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is located under the rider seat. (See page 3-11.) The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner's tool kit are not familiar with maintenance work...
Owners Manual - Page 49
...fuel hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine...the emission control system
INITIAL No. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU17600
Periodic maintenance chart for damage. • Replace any...perform the service.
6-3
Owners Manual - Page 53
...cables
• Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil SAE 10W-30 thoroughly. • Check operation ...require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required... needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. G Hydraulic brake service • After ...
Owners Manual - Page 66
.../G702E XV17ATX DUNLOP/D404 XV17ATXC 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. EWA11010
WARNING Tire inflation pressure should be adjusted according to total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
6-20
Owners Manual - Page 102
... purchaser, it is imperative that are not covered by this warranty with a displacement of 50cc or greater, that it not to conform at the time of charge, repair or replace any failures caused by Yamaha due to remain in the appropriate Owner's Manual, and 2. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from defects in material or workmanship, which would...
Owners Manual - Page 103
Specific examples include: Running the machine out of having the dealer do not operate or maintain my new motorcycle exactly as specified in the Owner's Manual? A. Q. No. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your motorcycle model name, V.I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the best position to : 1. Is the...
2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Reviews
We have not received any reviews for the 2008 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star yet.