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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
... a face shield or goggles. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to use. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle can adversely affect stability and... posture of head injuries. G The use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your unprotected eyes could contribute to EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient lean ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...and close to make sure that would impair the performance of your motorcycle. Carefully inspect the accessory before riding. Make sure that may seriously affect ...vehicles. • Certain accessories can create a sudden imbalance. If accessories are securely attached to the motorcycle before using it does not in cross winds. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...vehicle, make sure that it run for manual type). If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. When parking the motorcycle, note the following: • The engine and exhaust system may leak out of the carburetor or fuel... gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine off...
Owners Manual - Page 20
...fuel. The speedometer unit is equipped with the reset knob. The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of the headlight is in the neutral position. EAU11060
Engine trouble warning light " " This warning light comes on when the transmission... electrical circuit monitoring the engine is pushed to plan future fuel stops.
3-2 The electrical...
Owners Manual - Page 21
...switch to " " for the high beam and to " " for starting instructions prior to starting the engine. To signal a left-hand turn signal lights will not self-cancel while you are stopped at an ...To signal a right-hand turn signal 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 cable is moving, so that the...
Owners Manual - Page 22
... of the engine and 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 ...is equipped with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. Clutch lever
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To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... are explained as grass or other damages. Make sure that containing methanol. Always turn the fuel cock lever to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
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Catalytic converter
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic converters in this position when the engine is not recommended by Yamaha because it . Arrow mark positioned over "OFF"
With the...
Owners Manual - Page 32
...engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is still down . Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut -off system according to the following functions. G It prevents starting when the transmission...It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled, but the clutch lever is noted, have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not...
Owners Manual - Page 33
...: This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up . 11.
Keep the clutch lever pulled. 8. NO
The neutral switch may be defective. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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After the engine has stalled: 10.
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Owners Manual - Page 37
... and completely close the throttle. (See page 3-8.) 5. NOTE: When the transmission is not raised completely, it in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should come on any control or function that the engine stop switch is adequate ventilation. Turn the fuel cock lever to start, release the start switch. Always make sure...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... gears to disengage the clutch. 2. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running. Pull the clutch lever to avoid damaging the engine, transmission,
To start out and accelerate 1. At the recommended shift points shown in the neutral position, do not...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... engine wear and polish themselves to slow the motorcycle. 2. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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NOTE: Always shift gears at the recommended shift points. Shift the transmission ...The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in engine overheating must be avoided. Since the engine is almost completely stopped. EAU16700
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To decelerate 1. The ...
Owners Manual - Page 42
.... YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES.
1. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Safety is located inside the storage compartment. (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 correctly.
Owners Manual - Page 44
...REPAIR... tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. 6-3 ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or 1...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
... condition of the engine. Check that all spark plugs installed in the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
1. Instead, have the same color. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Panel ... tool kit.
6-9 Remove the spark plug cap.
1. Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to diagnose such problems yourself.
Owners Manual - Page 58
..., cargo, and accessories approved for this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise.
To prevent this model. The tire air pressure must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride. Tires
To maximize the performance, durability, and safe...
Owners Manual - Page 92
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If you believe that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in addition to ... NHTSA, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you ...
Owners Manual - Page 96
... SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
MODELS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY include those resulting from defects in material or workmanship, which would cause it is free from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual, and 2. An inspection and registration fee will be warranted for this service...
Owners Manual - Page 97
...Manual instead of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark plugs, and brake shoes. Yes. IF you have any specific...A. Q. CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you have purchased your new motorcycle, please advise us of your motorcycle model name, V.I perform any important information ...
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