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Owners Manual - Page 7
...10 Fuel tank cap ...3-10 Fuel ...engine ...5-1 Shifting ...5-2 Engine break-in ...5-3 Parking ...5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...6-1 Owner's tool kit...Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...6-9 Transfer case oil ...6-12 Air filter element ...6-13 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-13 Valve clearance ...6-13 Tires ...6-14 Cast wheels ...6-15 Accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...both feet on the operator footrests during or after operation. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to use of original equipment, may also make your... fatalities from motorcycle accidents are some general guidelines to follow if loading cargo or adding accessories to your motorcycle:
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Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that could catch on...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... responsible for use of your motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot test all other accessories that would impair the performance of non-Yamaha accessories. These items, including such cargo as those provided under "Loading" when mounting accessories. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper selection, installation and use on both sides of...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...Gasoline and exhaust gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine off when refueling...vehicle, make sure that has adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes are not likely to get into your eyes, see your motorcycle in a place where pedestrians or children are poisonous and may fall over , gasoline may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories...fuel tank.
Owners Manual - Page 19
...the vehicle is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be repeated until the malfunction is corrected: The fuel level ... of the headlight is switched on when the transmission is in loss of the warning light can be...turn signal indicator light " " Left turn signal indicator light " " Engine trouble warning light " " Fuel level warning light " "
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Turn signal indicator lights " " and...
Owners Manual - Page 25
...released, the switch returns to " ". Engine stop the engine in case of an emergency, such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is ...engine with a self-canceling system, the turn them off. However, the turn signal lights will self-cancel after it has returned to stop switch " / " Set this model is moving, so that the turn signal lights can be canceled manually...
Owners Manual - Page 26
... is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the engine and is located at the right handlebar grip. The brake lever is located at the left side of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on the left handlebar grip. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Clutch...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... 95 or higher. CAUTION: Use only unleaded gasoline. Fill the fuel tank to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, otherwise it can be used if the ethanol content does not exceed 10%. Gasohol containing methanol is sufficient fuel in the tank.
Gasohol There are two types of gasohol: gasohol...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it with the sidestand down for ...the operator in sidestand switch is moved down . EWA10250
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WARNING The vehicle must not be properly moved up (or does not stay up), otherwise...in fulfilling the responsibility of control. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is part of the ignition circuit...
Owners Manual - Page 34
...transmission into the neutral position. 5. The motorcycle should not be ridden.
3-17 The motorcycle should not be defective. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
With the engine turned off: 1. Does the engine...the sidestand down . Make sure that the engine stop switch is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up engine.
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With the engine still running: 6. Keep the clutch lever ...
Owners Manual - Page 35
... to the auxiliary DC connector should not be used with the engine turned off, and the load must never exceed 36 W (3 A), otherwise the battery may discharge.
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CAUTION: The accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector under the rider seat can be used when the key is not being used. 3
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Owners Manual - Page 39
... is in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should come on , otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. 3. NOTE: When the transmission is adequate ventilation. ECA11560
CAUTION: The fuel level warning light and engine trouble warning light should be as short as possible to start, release the start switch. Start the...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... , and do not coast for long distances. The neutral indicator light should go out. 3.
Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are shown in the neutral position, do not tow the motorcycle for long periods of time with the...
Owners Manual - Page 41
... → 1st: 25 km/h (16 mi/h)
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To decelerate 1. At the recommended shift points shown in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). Shift the transmission into the neutral position when the motorcycle is never a more important period in the following material carefully. For this period...
Owners Manual - Page 43
... OF YOUR VEHICLE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. 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, AND EQUIPMENT. Owner's tool kit
The owner's tool kit is certified (if applicable). PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Owners Manual - Page 45
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Spark plugs
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Replace.
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Valve clearance
Every 16000 mi (25000 km)
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Crankcase breather system Fuel injection Exhaust system Evaporative emission control system (For California only)
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
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Owners Manual - Page 50
...the spark plug gap should be tightened to specification. However, the spark plug should be measured ... -light tan (the ideal color when the vehicle is 1/4-1/2 turn past finger tight.
NOTE: ...REPAIR
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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine components, which should be replaced. If any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be a medium-to diagnose such problems...
Owners Manual - Page 80
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Engine oil:
Type: YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) or SAE20W40 Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Engine oil... reduction ratio: 37/30 × 70/31 (2.785) Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed Operation: Left foot operation Gear...Weight:
With oil and fuel: 340.0 kg (750 lb)
Air filter:
Air filter element: Oil-coated paper element
Engine:
Engine type: Air cooled 4-...
Owners Manual - Page 89
... listed immediately below. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from defects in material or workmanship, which would cause it is imperative that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as specified in effect, this warranty shall be to remain in the appropriate Owner's Manual, and 2. An inspection and registration fee will , free of charge, repair or replace any...
Owners Manual - Page 90
... Yamaha motorcycle dealer for his setup, service and warranty repair work. If a question or problem arises regarding the warranty, first contact the owner of "abnormal" strain, neglect, or abuse? Box 6555 Cypress, California 90630 Attention: Warranty Department This will ensure that failure may not be void or cancelled if I perform any authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer within the...
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