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Owners Manual - Page 7
... Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuel ...3-6 Catalytic converter ...3-7 Fuel ...engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-2 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...engine idling speed ...6-16 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-16 Valve clearance ...6-17 Tires ...6-17 Spoke wheels ...6-20 Accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... reducing abrasions or lacerations.
G Wear a face shield or goggles.
Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle can adversely affect stability and handling if the weight ...adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle. G
This motorcycle is changed.
Wind in the prevention or reduction of head injuries. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... weight of your motorcycle. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper selection, installation and use on both sides of the motorcycle due to aerodynamic effects. G Never install accessories or carry cargo that may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles. • Certain accessories can create unstable handling or...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...fuel tank. G
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Gasoline and exhaust gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine off when refueling. • Take care not to get into your
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eyes, see your motorcycle in another vehicle... electrical accessories. G
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Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch. If electrical accessories exceed the...
Owners Manual - Page 20
... dealer check the electrical circuit.
1. 2. 3. 4. The tripmeter shows the distance traveled since it was last set to plan future fuel stops.
3-2 High beam indicator light " " Turn signal indicator light " Neutral indicator light " " Engine trouble warning light "
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Turn signal indicator light " " This indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is in...
Owners Manual - Page 21
... 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 ...an intersection. NOTE: The self-canceling system only operates when the vehicle is stuck. Engine stop switch " 2. Engine stop switch " / " Set this switch to " " before starting the engine.
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Owners Manual - Page 22
...clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch, which is part of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. NOTE: Use your toes or heel to shift up and your toes ...is located at the left side of the engine and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. To engage the ...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... other damages. G Do not allow the engine to prevent a fire hazard or other materials that easily burn. Arrow mark positioned over "OFF"
With the fuel cock lever in the exhaust system. Gasohol containing ethanol can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
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Catalytic converter
This vehicle is hot after operation. Always turn...
Owners Manual - Page 32
... repair it if it does not function properly. G It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled, but the clutch lever is still down . Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut -off system according to the following functions. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 33
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After the engine has stalled: 10. Shift the transmission into gear. 9. Move the sidestand down . 2. Does the engine stall?
Push the start ? The motorcycle can be defective. Turn the key on . 3. YES
With the engine still running: 6. Move the sidestand up engine. Does the engine start switch. NOTE: This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed...
Owners Manual - Page 37
.... Turn the fuel cock lever to enable starting out, make sure that the sidestand is in a closed area for the ignition circuit cut -off system according to start, release the start switch. EWA10290
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1. NOTE: When the transmission is up. Do not crank the engine more than...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... throttle, and at the same time, release the clutch lever slowly. 4. Follow the same procedure when shifting to avoid damaging the engine, transmission,
To start out and accelerate 1. Shift the transmission into the neutral position, press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel, and then slightly raise...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... when the motorcycle is never a more important period in and use the brakes to the correct operating clearances. Shift the transmission into first gear when the motorcycle reaches 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h). Since the engine is about to stall or runs very roughly, pull the clutch lever in the life of your...
Owners Manual - Page 42
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Safety is an obligation 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. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the performance of the owner.
THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIPMENT. IN THE FOLLOWING...
Owners Manual - Page 44
...REPAIR..., data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. 6-3
ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or...Fuel line Fuel filter
• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Replace. • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine...
Owners Manual - Page 50
...of the engine. Instead, have the same color. Remove the spark plug as shown. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6-9 ...To install the panel Place the panel in the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
1. To remove a spark plug 1.
Check...
Owners Manual - Page 58
... specified in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. Tires
To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your motorcycle, note the following points regarding the specified tires. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with the total weight of rider, passenger, cargo, and accessories approved for this from...
Owners Manual - Page 92
...problems between you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to : Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. To contact NHTSA, you , your vehicle...Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in a group of vehicles, it may open an investigation, and if it may order a recall and remedy campaign. or write to http://www....
Owners Manual - Page 96
... models. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from the factory. b) Installation of parts or accessories that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as specified in material and workmanship for non-Yamaha-authorized renting, leasing or other than those used in effect, this warranty with no mileage limitation. also warrants to faulty workmanship or material from this...
Owners Manual - Page 97
...or problem arises regarding the warranty, first contact the owner of your machine requires warranty service, you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's Manual?...warranty? What costs are general and overlap each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to help you are some examples of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs,...
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