Yamaha fzs6w user guide

OWNER’S MANUAL

FZS6W(C)

LIT-11626-20-60

4S8-28199-10

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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha FZS6W(C). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the
production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!

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WARNING

Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-

to the

cycle.

CAUTION:

NOTE:

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.

A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

NOTE:

● This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle

is subsequently sold.

● Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most

current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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WARNING

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” BOOKLET CAREFULLY
AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR­CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPECTIONS
AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY
THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE.

*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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LABEL HERE

FZS6W(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2006 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

1st edition, September 2006

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-20-60

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1

Location of important labels ...........1-5

DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1

Left view ..........................................2-1

Right view........................................2-2

Controls and instruments ................2-3

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL

FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1

Main switch/steering lock ................3-1

Indicator and warning lights ............3-2

Multi-function meter unit .................3-4

Handlebar switches ........................3-8

Clutch lever ....................................3-9

Shift pedal ......................................3-9

Brake lever ...................................3-10

Brake pedal ..................................3-10

Fuel tank cap ................................3-10

Fuel ..............................................3-11

Catalytic converter ........................3-12

Seat ..............................................3-12

Helmet holder ...............................3-13

Storage compartment ...................3-13

Adjusting the shock absorber

assembly ...................................3-14

Sidestand .....................................3-15

Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-16

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 .......................... 6-4

Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8

Checking the spark plugs ............ 6-10

Canister (for California only) ........ 6-11

Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11

Coolant ........................................ 6-14

Replacing the air filter element .... 6-17

Checking the throttle cable

free play .................................... 6-19

Valve clearance ........................... 6-19

Tires ............................................. 6-19

Cast wheels ................................. 6-22

Accessories and

replacement parts ..................... 6-22

Adjusting the clutch lever

free play .................................... 6-23

Rear brake light switch ................ 6-24

Checking the front and rear

brake pads ................................6-24

Checking the brake fluid level ......6-25

Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-26

Drive chain slack ..........................6-26

Cleaning and lubricating

the drive chain ..........................6-27

Checking and lubricating

the cables .................................6-28

Checking and lubricating

the throttle grip and cable .........6-28

Checking and lubricating

the brake and shift pedals ......... 6-29

Checking and lubricating

the brake and clutch levers ....... 6-29

Checking and lubricating the

centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-30

Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 6-30

Checking the front fork .................6-31

Checking the steering ..................6-31

Checking the wheel bearings .......6-32

Battery ..........................................6-32

Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-34

Replacing the headlight bulb ........6-35

Replacing the tail/

brake light bulb .........................6-36

Replacing a turn signal

light bulb ...................................6-37

Replacing the license plate

light bulb ...................................6-38

Front wheel ..................................6-38

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Rear wheel ...................................6-39

Troubleshooting ............................6-41

Troubleshooting charts .................6-42

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE ..........................................7-1

Matte color caution .........................7-1

Care ................................................7-1

Storage ...........................................7-3

SPECIFICATIONS .............................8-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1

Identification numbers ....................9-1

Reporting safety defects .................9-3

Motorcycle noise regulation ............9-4

Maintenance record ........................9-5

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,

U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO
MOTORCYCLE LIMITED

WARRANTY ................................9-7

YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE

(Y.E.S.) ........................................9-9

SAFETY INFORMATION

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MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE
TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE
AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EX­PERTISE OF THE OPERATOR. EV­ERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTOR­CYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:

● OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-

TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.

● OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND

MAINTENANCE REQUIRE­MENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN­UAL.

● OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING

IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.

● OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-

NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL

AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES­SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI­TIONS.

Safe riding

● Always make pre-operation

checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.

● This motorcycle is designed to car-

ry the operator and a passenger.

● The failure of motorists to detect

and recognize motorcycles in traf­fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.

Therefore:

• Wear a brightly colored jacket.

• Use extra caution when you are

approaching and passing
through intersections, since in­tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.

• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.

● Many accidents involve inexperi-

enced operators. In fact, many op­erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur­rent motorcycle license.

• Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified op­erators.

• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.

• We recommend that you prac­tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
have become thoroughly famil­iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.

● Many accidents have been caused

by error of the motorcycle opera­tor. A typical error made by the op­erator is veering wide on a turn

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due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or un­dercornering (insufficient lean an­gle for the speed).

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• Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warrant­ed by road and traffic conditions.

• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.

● The posture of the operator and

passenger is important for proper
control.

• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot­rests during operation to main­tain control of the motorcycle.

• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.

• Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.

● Never ride under the influence of

alcohol or other drugs.

● This motorcycle is designed for on-

road use only. It is not suitable for
off-road use.

Protective apparel

The majority of fatalities from motor­cycle accidents are the result of head
injuries. The use of a safety helmet is
the single most critical factor in the pre­vention or reduction of head injuries.

● Always wear an approved helmet.

● Wear a face shield or goggles.

Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.

● The use of a jacket, heavy boots,

trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in
preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.

● Never wear loose-fitting clothes,

otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.

● Never touch the engine or exhaust

system during or after operation.
They become very hot and can

cause burns. Always wear protec­tive clothing that covers your legs,
ankles, and feet.

● A passenger should also observe

the above precautions.

Modifications

Modifications made to this motorcycle
not approved by Yamaha, or the re­moval of original equipment, may ren­der the motorcycle unsafe for use and
may cause severe personal injury.
Modifications may also make your
motorcycle illegal to use.

Loading and accessories

Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili­ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex­treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here are some general guidelines to
follow if loading cargo or adding acces­sories to your motorcycle:

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Loading
The total weight of the operator, pas­senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.

Maximum load:

FZS6W 190 kg (419 lb)
FZS6WC 189 kg (417 lb)

When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:

● Cargo and accessory weight

should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Make
sure to distribute the weight as
evenly as possible on both sides of
the motorcycle to minimize imbal­ance or instability.

● Shifting weights can create a sud-

den imbalance. Make sure that ac­cessories and cargo are securely
attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.

● Never attach any large or heavy

items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. These items, in­cluding such cargo as sleeping

bags, duffel bags, or tents, can
create unstable handling or a slow

steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot
test all other accessories that may be
available, you must personally be re­sponsible for the proper selection, in­stallation and use of non-Yamaha
accessories. Use extreme caution
when selecting and installing any ac­cessories.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.

● Never install accessories or carry

cargo that would impair the perfor-

mance of your motorcycle. Care-

fully inspect the accessory before

using it to make sure that it does

not in any way reduce ground

clearance or cornering clearance,

limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob­scure lights or reflectors.

• Accessories fitted to the handle­bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody­namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.

• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody­namic effects. Wind may at­tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un­stable in cross winds. These ac­cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.

• Certain accessories can dis­place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free­dom of movement of the opera-

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tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.

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● Use caution when adding electri-

cal accessories. If electrical acces­sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.

Gasoline and exhaust gas

● GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-

BLE:

• Always turn the engine off when
refueling.

• Take care not to spill any gaso­line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.

• Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.

● Never start the engine or let it run

for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi­sonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within a
short time. Always operate your
motorcycle in an area that has ad­equate ventilation.

● Always turn the engine off before

leaving the motorcycle unattended
and remove the key from the main
switch. When parking the motor­cycle, note the following:

• The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park the
motorcycle in a place where pe­destrians or children are not like­ly to touch these hot areas.

• Do not park the motorcycle on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise it
may fall over.

• Do not park the motorcycle near
a flammable source, (e.g., a ker­osene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.

● When transporting the motorcycle

in another vehicle, make sure that
it is kept upright. If the motorcycle
should lean over, gasoline may
leak out of the fuel tank.

● If you should swallow any gaso-

line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If any gasoline spills on your skin

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or clothing, immediately wash the
affected area with soap and water
and change your clothes.

Location of important labels

Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle.

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5,6,7,8,9,10

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CAUTION

Cleaning with alkaline or
acid cleaner, gasoline or
solvent will damage
windshield.

Use neutral detergent.

5JW-00

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Improper loading can cause loss of control.
Read owner’s manual for proper loading.

WARNING

3JJ-28446-A1

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California only 9

California only8

California only7

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DESCRIPTION

Left view

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1. Main fuse (page 6-34)

2. Battery (page 6-32)

3. Air filter element (page 6-17)

4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)

5. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)

6. Helmet holder (page 3-13)

7. Shift pedal (page 3-9)

8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)

9. Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)

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Right view

DESCRIPTION

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1. Fuse box (page 6-34)

2. Storage compartment (page 3-13)

3. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25)

4. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)

5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25)

6. Radiator cap (page 6-14)

7. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-14)

8. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-15)

9. Dipstick (page 6-11)

10.Brake pedal (page 3-10)

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DESCRIPTION

Controls and instruments

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1. Clutch lever (page 3-9)

2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-8)

3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)

4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-4)

5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-8)

6. Brake lever (page 3-10)

7. Throttle grip (page 6-19)

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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Main switch/steering lock

The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.

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ON

All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, and the meter lighting, taillight,
license plate light and position lights
come on, and the engine can be start­ed. The key cannot be removed.

NOTE:

The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls.

OFF

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All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.

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LOCK

The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re­moved.

To lock the steering

1. Push.

2. Turn.

1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.

2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po­sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.

3. Remove the key.

To unlock the steering

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1. Push.

2. Turn.

Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.

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WARNING

Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be­fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.

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Indicator and warning lights

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1. Left turn signal indicator light “”

2. Right turn signal indicator light “”

3. Neutral indicator light “”

4. High beam indicator light “”

5. Engine trouble warning light “”

6. Oil level warning light “”

7. Coolant temperature warning light “”

Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”

The corresponding indicator light flash­es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.

Neutral indicator light “”

This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.

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High beam indicator light “”

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This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.

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Oil level warning light “”

This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir­cuit.

NOTE:

● Even if the oil level is sufficient, the

warning light may flicker when
riding on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.

● This model is also equipped with a

self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If the oil lev­el detection circuit is defective, the
following cycle will be repeated un­til the malfunction is corrected: The

oil level warning light will flash ten
times, then go off for 2.5 seconds.
If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.

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Coolant temperature warning light
“”

This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir­cuit.

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CAUTION:

Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Coolant

temperature

Under 39 °C

(Under 103 °F)

40–116 °C

(104–242 °F)

117–139 °C

(243–283 °F)

Above 140 °C

(Above 284 °F)

Display Conditions What to do

Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.

Temperature is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.

Temperature display flashes.
Warning light comes on.

Message “HI” flashes.
Warning light comes on.

Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until
the coolant temperature goes down.
If the temperature does not go down,
stop the engine. (See page 6-42.)

Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
(See page 6-42.)

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Engine trouble warning light “”

This warning light comes on when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is defective. When this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the self-diagno­sis system. (See page 3-4 for an expla­nation of the self-diagnosis device.)
The electrical circuit of the warning light

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can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.

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Multi-function meter unit

1. Coolant temperature display/air intake tem­perature display

2. Speedometer

3. Tachometer

4. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter

5. “SELECT” button

6. “RESET” button

7. Clock

8. Fuel meter

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WARNING

Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function meter unit.

The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:

● a speedometer (which shows the

riding speed)

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● a tachometer (which shows engine

speed)

● an odometer (which shows the to-

tal distance traveled)

● two tripmeters (which show the

distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)

● a fuel reserve tripmeter (which

shows the distance traveled since
the left segment of the fuel meter
started flashing)

● a clock

● a fuel meter

● a coolant temperature display

● an air intake temperature display

● a self-diagnosis device

● an LCD and tachometer bright-

ness control mode

NOTE:

● Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be-

fore using the “SELECT” and “RE-
SET” buttons.

● To switch the speedometer and

odometer/tripmeter displays be­tween kilometers and miles, press
the “SELECT” button for at least
one second.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Tachometer

1. Tachometer

2. Tachometer red zone

The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta­chometer needle will sweep once
across the r/min range and then return
to zero r/min in order to test the electri­cal circuit.

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CAUTION:

Do not operate the engine in the ta­chometer red zone.
Red zone: 14000 r/min and above

Clock

1. Clock

2. Speedometer

The clock displays when the key is
turned to “ON”. In addition, the clock
can be displayed for 10 seconds by
pushing the “SELECT” button when the
main switch is in the “OFF” or “LOCK”
position.

To set the clock

1. Turn the key to “ON”.

2. Push the “SELECT” button and
“RESET” button together for at
least two seconds.

3. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.

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4. Push the “SELECT” button, and
the minute digits will start flashing.

5. Push the “RESET” button to set
the minutes.

6. Push the “SELECT” button and
then release it to start the clock.

Odometer and tripmeter modes

1. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter

Push the “SELECT” button to switch
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the following
order:
TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO → TRIP A
When the fuel amount in the fuel tank
decreases to 3.6 L (0.95 US gal) (0.79
Imp.gal), the left segment of the fuel
meter will start flashing, and the odom-

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

eter display will automatically change to
the fuel reserve tripmeter mode “F-
TRIP” and start counting the distance
traveled from that point. In that case,
push the “SELECT” button to switch the
display between the various tripmeter
and odometer modes in the following
order:

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F-TRIP → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO
→ F-TRIP

To reset a tripmeter, select it by push­ing the “SELECT” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. If you do not reset the fuel
reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset
itself automatically and the display will
return to the prior mode after refueling
and traveling 5 km (3 mi).

Fuel meter

1. Fuel meter 1. Coolant temperature display

The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg­ments of the fuel meter disappear to­wards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When only one segment is
left near “E”, refuel as soon as possible.

NOTE:

This fuel meter is equipped with a self­diagnosis system. If the electrical circuit
is defective, the following cycle will be

Coolant temperature mode

The coolant temperature display indi­cates the temperature of the coolant.
Push the “RESET” button to switch the
coolant temperature display to the air
intake temperature display.

NOTE:

When the coolant temperature display
is selected, “C” is displayed for one
second, and then the coolant tempera-

ture is displayed.
repeated until the malfunction is cor­rected: “E” (Empty), “F” (Full) and sym-
bol “” will flash eight times, then go off
for approximately 3 seconds. If this oc­curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the

CAUTION:

Do not operate the engine if it is

overheated.

electrical circuit.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Air intake temperature mode

1. Air intake temperature display

The air intake temperature display indi­cates the temperature of the air drawn
into the air filter case. Push the “RE-
SET” button to switch the coolant tem­perature display to the air intake
temperature display.

NOTE:

● Even if the air intake temperature

is set to be displayed, the coolant
temperature warning light comes
on when the engine overheats.

● When the key is turned to “ON”,

the coolant temperature is auto­matically displayed, even if the air
intake temperature was displayed
prior to turning the key to “OFF”.

● When the air intake temperature

display is selected, “A” is displayed
for one second, and then the air in­take temperature is displayed.

Self-diagnosis device

1. Error code display

This model is equipped with a self-diag­nosis device for various electrical cir­cuits.
If any of those circuits are defective, the
engine trouble warning light will come
on, and then the display will indicate a
two-digit error code.
If the display indicates any error codes,
note the code number, and then have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

ECA11590

CAUTION:

If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoid
engine damage.

LCD and tachometer brightness
control mode

1. Tachometer panel

2. Tachometer needle

3. LCD

4. Brightness level

This function allows you to adjust the
brightness of the LCD and the tachom­eter panel and needle to suit the out­side lighting conditions.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

To set the brightness

1. Turn the key to “OFF”.

2. Push and hold the “SELECT” but­ton.

3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re­lease the “SELECT” button after
five seconds.

4. Push the “RESET” button to select

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the desired brightness level.

5. Push the “SELECT” button to con­firm the selected brightness level.
The display will return to the odom­eter or tripmeter mode.

Handlebar switches

Left

1. Dimmer switch “ / ”

2. Turn signal switch “ / ”

3. Horn switch “”

4. Hazard switch “”

Right

EAU12347

Dimmer switch “ / ”

EAU12400

Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.

EAU12460

Turn signal switch “ / ”

To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re­turned to the center position.

EAU12500

Horn switch “”

Press this switch to sound the horn.

EAU12660

Engine stop switch “ / ”

Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen­cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.

1. Engine stop switch “ / ”

2. Start switch “”

3-8

Start switch “”

EAU12710

Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

ECA10050

CAUTION:

See page 5-1 for starting instruc­tions prior to starting the engine.

EAU41700

The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.

EAU12765

Hazard switch “”

With the key in the “ON” position, use
this switch to turn on the hazard lights
(simultaneous flashing of all turn signal
lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.

ECA10061

CAUTION:

Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en­gine not running, otherwise the bat­tery may discharge.

EAU12820

Clutch lever

1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal

The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle­bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth

Shift pedal

The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com­bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con­stant-mesh transmission equipped on

this motorcycle.
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni­tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-16.)

EAU12870

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Brake lever

The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle­bar grip.

3

1. Brake lever

2. Brake lever position adjusting dial

3. “” mark

4. Distance between brake lever and handlebar
grip

The brake lever is equipped with a po­sition adjusting dial. To adjust the dis­tance between the brake lever and the
handlebar grip, turn the adjusting dial
while holding the lever pushed away
from the handlebar grip. Make sure that
the appropriate setting on the adjusting
dial is aligned with the “” mark on the
brake lever.

EAU26822

EAU12941

Brake pedal

1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap lock cover

The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.

Fuel tank cap

2. Unlock.

To open the fuel tank cap

Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in­sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re­leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.

To close the fuel tank cap

1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.

2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.

3-10

EAU13072

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

NOTE:

The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un­less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked.

EWA11090

WARNING

Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding.

EAU13220

Fuel

1. Fuel tank filler tube

2. Fuel level

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. When refueling, be sure to in­sert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank
filler hole and to fill the tank to the bot­tom of the filler tube as shown.

EWA10880

WARNING

● Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-

erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.

● Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-

gine.

ECA10070

CAUTION:

Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac­es or plastic parts.

EAU13300

Recommended fuel:

UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY

Fuel tank capacity:

19.4 L (5.13 US gal) (4.27 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

3.6 L (0.95 US gal) (0.79 Imp.gal)

ECA11400

CAUTION:

Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.

Your Yamaha engine has been de­signed to use regular unleaded gaso­line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a research
octane number of 91 or higher. If

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3-11

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or premi­um unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel
will extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance costs.

Gasohol

There are two types of gasohol: gaso­hol containing ethanol and that contain-

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ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con­tent does not exceed 10%. Gasohol
containing methanol is not recom­mended by Yamaha because it can
cause damage to the fuel system or ve­hicle performance problems.

EAU13441

Catalytic converter

This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.

EWA10860

WARNING

The exhaust system is hot after op­eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do­ing any maintenance work.

ECA10700

CAUTION:

The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

● Use only unleaded gasoline.

The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.

● Never park the vehicle near pos-

sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.

● Do not allow the engine to idle

too long.

EAU32980

Seat

To remove the seat

1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.

1. Seat lock

2. Unlock.

2. While holding the key in that posi­tion, lift the rear of the seat up, and
then pull the seat off.

To install the seat

1. Insert the projection on the front of
the seat into the seat holder as
shown.

3-12

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

1. Projection

2. Seat holder

2. Push the rear of the seat down to
lock it in place.

3. Remove the key.

NOTE:

Make sure that the seat is properly se­cured before riding.

EAU14281

Helmet holder

1. Helmet holder

2. Unlock.

To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the key
as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in the
original position, and then remove the
key.

EWA10160

WARNING

Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con­trol and possibly an accident.

EAU14451

Storage compartment

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1. Storage compartment

The storage compartment is located
under the seat. (See page 3-12.)

EWA10961

WARNING

● Do not exceed the load limit of 3

kg (7 lb) for the storage com­partment.

● Do not exceed the maximum

load of FZS6W 190 kg (419 lb)
FZS6WC 189 kg (417 lb) for the
vehicle.

When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com­partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.

3-13

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

When washing the vehicle, be careful
not to let any water enter the storage
compartment.

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EAU36462

Adjusting the shock absorber assembly

This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust­ing ring.

ECA10100

CAUTION:

Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum or
minimum settings.

Adjust the spring preload as follows.

1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12.)

2. To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension,
turn the adjusting ring in direction
(a). To decrease the spring pre­load and thereby soften the sus­pension, turn the adjusting ring in
direction (b).

1. Spring preload adjusting ring

2. Special wrench

3. Position indicator

NOTE:

● Align the appropriate notch in the

adjusting ring with the position in­dicator on the shock absorber.

● Use the special wrench included in

the owner’s tool kit to make the ad­justment.

Spring preload setting:

Minimum (soft):

1

Standard:

3

Maximum (hard):

7

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

3. Install the seat.

EWA10220

WARNING

This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. For prop­er handling, read and understand
the following information before
handling the shock absorber. The
manufacturer cannot be held re­sponsible for property damage or
personal injury that may result from
improper handling.

● Do not tamper with or attempt to

open the gas cylinder.

● Do not subject the shock ab-

sorber to an open flame or other
high heat sources, otherwise it
may explode due to excessive
gas pressure.

● Do not deform or damage the

gas cylinder in any way, as this
will result in poor damping per­formance.

● Always have a Yamaha dealer

service the shock absorber.

EAU15301

Sidestand

The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.

NOTE:

The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.)

EWA10240

WARNING

The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side­stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon­sibility of raising the sidestand be­fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described

below and have a Yamaha dealer re­pair it if it does not function proper­ly.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

EAU15321

Ignition circuit cut-off system

The ignition circuit cut-off system (com­prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol­lowing functions.

● It prevents starting when the trans-

mission is in gear and the side-

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stand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.

● It prevents starting when the trans-

mission is in gear and the clutch le­ver is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.

● It cuts the running engine when the

transmission is in gear and the sid-

estand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.

EWA10260

WARNING

● The vehicle must be placed on

the centerstand during this in-

spection.

● If a malfunction is noted, have a

Yamaha dealer check the sys-

tem before riding.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

With the engine turned off:

1. Move the sidestand down.

2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.

3. Turn the key on.

4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.

5. Push the start switch.

Does the engine start?

YES NO

With the engine still running:

6. Move the sidestand up.

7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.

8. Shift the transmission into gear.

9. Move the sidestand down.

Does the engine stall?

YES NO

After the engine has stalled:

10. Move the sidestand up.

11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.

12. Push the start switch.

Does the engine start?

YES NO

The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.

NOTE:

This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.

The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.

The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.

The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec­tion, to check the following points before each ride.

NOTE:

Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short
time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.

4

WARNING

If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the vehicle.

EAU15592

EWA11150

4-1

Pre-operation check list

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

Fuel

Engine oil

Coolant

Front brake

Rear brake

Clutch

• Check fuel level in fuel tank.

• Refuel if necessary.

• Check fuel line for leakage.

• Check oil level in engine.

• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.

• Check vehicle for oil leakage.

• Check coolant level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.

• Check cooling system for leakage.

• Check operation.

• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

• Check brake pads for wear.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check fluid level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

• Check operation.

• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

• Check brake pads for wear.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check fluid level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

• Check operation.

• Lubricate cable if necessary.

• Check lever free play.

• Adjust if necessary.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

EAU15605

3-11

6-11

6-14

4

6-24, 6-25

6-24, 6-25

6-23

4-2

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

Throttle grip

Control cables

Drive chain

4

Wheels and tires

Brake and shift pedals

Brake and clutch levers

Centerstand, sidestand

Chassis fasteners

Instruments, lights, signals
and switches

Sidestand switch

• Check cable free play.

• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and

grip housing.

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate if necessary.

• Check chain slack.

• Adjust if necessary.

• Check chain condition.

• Lubricate if necessary.

• Check for damage.

• Check tire condition and tread depth.

• Check air pressure.

• Correct if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate pivots if necessary.

• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.

• Tighten if necessary.

• Check operation.

• Correct if necessary.

• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.

• If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.

6-19, 6-28

6-28

6-26, 6-27

6-19, 6-22

6-29

6-29

6-30

—

—

3-15

4-3

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

EAU15950

EWA10270

WARNING

● Become thoroughly familiar

with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re­garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un­derstand.

● Never start the engine or oper-

ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con­sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila­tion.

● Before starting out, make sure

that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com­pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera­tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.

EAU40191

Starting the engine

In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met.

● The transmission is in the neutral

position.

● The transmission is in gear with

the clutch lever pulled and the sid­estand up.

EWA10290

WARNING

● Before starting the engine,

check the function of the igni­tion circuit cut-off system ac­cording to the procedure
described on page 3-16.

● Never ride with the sidestand

down.

1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.

ECA15481

CAUTION:

The following warning lights should
come on for a few seconds, then go
off.

● Oil level warning light

● Coolant temperature warning

light

● Engine trouble warning light

If a warning light does not go off, see
page 3-2 for the corresponding
warning light circuit check.

2. Shift the transmission into the neu­tral position.

NOTE:

When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir­cuit.

3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.

NOTE:

If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre­serve the battery. Do not crank the en­gine more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt.

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5-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

CAUTION:

● If the oil level warning light flick-

ers or remains on after starting,
immediately stop the engine,
and then check the engine oil
level and the vehicle for oil leak­age. If necessary, add engine
oil, and then check the warning
light again.

● If the coolant temperature warn-

ing light flickers or remains on

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after starting, immediately stop
the engine, and then check the
coolant level and the vehicle for
coolant leakage. If necessary,
add coolant, and then check the
warning light again.

● If the engine trouble warning

light flashes or remains on after
starting, immediately stop the
engine, and have a Yamaha
dealer check the cause.

ECA15490

ECA11130

CAUTION:

For maximum engine life, always
warm the engine up before starting
off. Never accelerate hard when the
engine is cold!

NOTE:

The engine is warm when it quickly re­sponds to the throttle.

EAU16671

Shifting

1. Shift pedal

2. Neutral position

Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il­lustration.

NOTE:

To 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 it.

5-2

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

ECA10260

CAUTION:

● Even with the transmission in

the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis­tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade­quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.

● Always use the clutch while

changing gears to avoid damag­ing the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.

EAU16680

To start out and accelerate

1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage
the clutch.

2. Shift the transmission into first
gear. The neutral indicator light
should go out.

3. Open the throttle gradually, and at
the same time, release the clutch
lever slowly.

4. At the recommended shift points
shown in the following table, close
the throttle, and at the same time,
quickly pull the clutch lever in.

5. Shift the transmission into second
gear. (Make sure not to shift the
transmission into the neutral posi­tion.)

6. Open the throttle part way and
gradually release the clutch lever.

7. Follow the same procedure when
shifting to the next higher gear.

NOTE:

Always shift gears at the recommended
shift points.

EAU16700

To decelerate

1. Apply both the front and the rear
brakes to slow the motorcycle.

2. Shift the transmission into first
gear when the motorcycle reaches
25 km/h (15.5 mi/h). If the engine is
about to stall or runs very roughly,
pull the clutch lever in and use the
brakes to stop the motorcycle.

5-3

3. Shift the transmission into the neu­tral position when the motorcycle
is almost completely stopped. The
neutral indicator light should come
on.

EAU16740

Recommended shift points

The recommended shift points during
acceleration and deceleration are
shown in the table below.

Shift up points:

1st → 2nd: 30 km/h (19 mi/h)
2nd → 3rd: 45 km/h (28 mi/h)
3rd → 4th: 60 km/h (37 mi/h)
4th → 5th: 75 km/h (47 mi/h)
5th → 6th: 90 km/h (56 mi/h)

Shift down points:

6th → 5th: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
5th → 4th: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
4th → 3rd: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
3rd → 2nd: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
2nd → 1st: —

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

Engine break-in

There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow­ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-

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tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.

0–1000 km (0–600 mi)

Avoid prolonged operation above 7000
r/min.

1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)

Avoid prolonged operation above 8400
r/min.

EAU16841

EAU17091

ECA10301

CAUTION:

After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil must be changed and
the oil filter cartridge or element re­placed.

1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond

The vehicle can now be operated nor­mally.

ECA10310

CAUTION:

● Keep the engine speed out of

the tachometer red zone.

● If any engine trouble should oc-

cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi­cle.

EAU17212

Parking

When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.

EWA10310

WARNING

● Since the engine and exhaust

system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri­ans or children are not likely to
touch them.

● Do not park on a slope or on soft

ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn.

ECA10380

CAUTION:

Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials.

5-4

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU17231

Safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe­riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri­cation will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos­sible. The most important points of
motorcycle inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the follow­ing pages.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair
of the emission control devices and
systems may be performed by any
repair establishment or individual
that is certified (if applicable).

EWA10320

WARNING

If you are not familiar with mainte­nance work, have a Yamaha dealer
do it for you.

EAU17301

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
OF YOUR VEHICLE IS IMPORTANT
IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEA­SURABLE SERVICE. ESPECIALLY
IMPORTANT ARE THE MAINTE­NANCE SERVICES RELATED TO
EMISSIONS CONTROL. THESE
CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION
TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT
ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN­GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM
PERFORMANCE. IN THE FOLLOW­ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED
TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE
GROUPED SEPARATELY. THESE
SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED
DATA, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIP­MENT. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE
TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PER­FORM THESE PARTICULAR SER­VICES.

EAU17510

Owner’s tool kit

1. Owner’s tool kit

The owner’s tool kit is located inside the
storage compartment under the seat.
(See page 3-12.)
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How­ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.

NOTE:

If you do not have the tools or experi­ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.

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6-1

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EWA10340

WARNING

Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor­mance, excessive emissions, and
render the vehicle unsafe for use.
Consult a Yamaha dealer before at­tempting any changes.

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6-2

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

1 * Fuel line

2 * Spark plugs

3 * Valve clearance

Crankcase breather

4 *

system

5 * Fuel injection

6 * Exhaust system

Evaporative emis-

7 *

sion control system
(For California only)

Air induction sys-

8 *

tem

* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.

• Check 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 is cold.

• Check breather hose for cracks or
damage.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check and adjust engine idle

speed and synchronization.

• Check for leakage.

• Tighten if necessary.

• Replace gasket(s) if necessary.

• Check control system for dam-

age.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check the air cut-off valve, reed

valve, and hose for damage.

• Replace any damaged parts if
necessary.

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

6-3

4000 mi

(7000 km)

or

6 months

√√√√√

√ Replace. √ Replace. √

√√√√√

8000 mi

(13000 km)

or

12 months

Every 26600 mi (42000 km)

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12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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√√

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

General maintenance and lubrication chart

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

1 * Air filter element

2 * Clutch

3 * Front brake

4 * Rear brake

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5 * Brake hoses

6 * Wheels

7 * Tires

8 * Wheel bearings

• Check condition and damage. √√

• Replace if necessary. √

• Check operation.

• Adjust or replace cable.

• Check operation, fluid level, and

for fluid leakage.

• Replace brake pads if necessary.

• Check operation, fluid level, and

for fluid leakage.

• Replace brake pads if necessary.

• Check for cracks or damage. √√√√√

• Replace. Every 4 years

• Check runout and for damage.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check tread depth and for dam-

age.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check air pressure.

• Correct if necessary.

• Check bearings for smooth oper-

ation.

• Replace if necessary.

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

4000 mi

(7000 km)

6 months

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8000 mi

or

(13000 km)

or

12 months

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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No. ITEM ROUTINE

Swingarm pivot

9 *

bearings

10 Drive chain

11 * Steering bearings

12 * Chassis fasteners

Brake and clutch le-

13

ver pivot shafts

Brake and shift ped-

14

al pivot shafts

Centerstand and

15 *

sidestand pivots

16 * Sidestand switch

• Check bearing assemblies for
looseness.

• Moderately repack with lithium­soap-based grease.

• Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.

• Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.

• Check bearing assemblies for
looseness.

• Moderately repack with lithium­soap-based grease.

• Check all chassis fitting and fas­teners.

• Correct if necessary.

• Apply lithium-soap-based grease

(all-purpose grease) lightly.

• Apply lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease) lightly.

• Check operation.

• Apply lithium-soap-based grease

(all-purpose grease) lightly.

• Check operation and replace if
necessary.

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

Every 500 mi (800 km) and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

4000 mi

(7000 km)

or

6 months

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

8000 mi

(13000 km)

or

12 months

√ Repack.

Every 12000 mi (19000 km)

12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

17 * Front fork

Shock absorber as-

18 *

sembly

19 Engine oil

Engine oil filter car-

20 *

tridge

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21 * Cooling system

Front and rear brake

22 *

switches

23 * Control cables

Throttle grip hous-

24 *

ing and cable

• Check operation and for oil leak­age.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check operation and for oil leak-

age.

• Replace if necessary.

• Change (warm engine before

draining).

• Replace. √√√

• Check hoses for cracks or dam-

age.

• Replace if necessary.

• Change with ethylene glycol anti-

freeze coolant every 24 months.

• Check operation. √√√√√√

• Apply Yamaha chain and cable

lube or engine oil SAE 10W-30
thoroughly.

• Check operation and free play.

• Adjust the throttle cable free play

if necessary.

• Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

4000 mi

(7000 km)

6 months

8000 mi

or

(13000 km)

or

12 months

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

Change.

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

Lights, signals and

25 *

switches

* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.

• Check operation.

• Adjust headlight beam.

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√√√

NOTE:

From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months.

NOTE:

● Air filter

• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com­pressed air to avoid damaging it.

• The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

● Hydraulic brake service

• After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid
levels and fill the reservoirs as required.

• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.

• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.

4000 mi

(7000 km)

or

6 months

8000 mi

(13000 km)

or

12 months

12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Removing and installing pan­els

The panels shown need to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time a panel needs to
be removed and installed.

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1. Panel A

2. Panel B

3. Panel C

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1. Panel D

Panels A and B

To remove one of the panels

1. Remove the bolts.

2. Pull the front cowling away from
the vehicle as shown, and then re­move the panel.

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1. Front cowling

2. Panel A

To install the panel
Insert the tabs on the panel into the
slots in the front cowling as shown, and
then install the bolts.

1. Bolt

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Tab

2. Slot

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Panel C

To remove the panel

1. Remove panels A and B. (See
page 6-8.)

2. Remove the bolts, and then take
the panel off.

1. Panel C

2. Bolt

To install the panel

1. Place the panel in the original posi­tion, and then install the bolts.

2. Install panels A and B.

EAU33020

Panel D

To remove the panel

1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12.)

2. Remove the bolt, and then pull the
panel off as shown.

6-9

1. Panel D

2. Bolt

To install the panel

1. Place the panel in the original posi­tion, and then install the bolt.

2. Install the seat.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Checking the spark plugs

The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte­nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re­veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen­ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),

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and all spark plugs installed in the en­gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im­properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.

EAU19642

Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.

1. Spark plug gap

Spark plug gap:

0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)

Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.

Tightening torque:

Spark plug:

17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf, 12.7 ft·lbf)

NOTE:

If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci­fied torque as soon as possible.

Specified spark plug:

NGK/CR9EK

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU19681

Canister (for California only)

This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the fol­lowing:

● Check each hose connection.

● Check each hose and canister for

cracks or damage. Replace if dam­aged.

● Make sure that the canister breath-

er is not blocked, and if necessary,
clean it.

EAU42620

Engine oil and oil filter car­tridge

The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car­tridge replaced at the intervals speci­fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.

To check the engine oil level

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand.

NOTE:

Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.

2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.

3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set­tles.

4. Remove the engine oil dipstick and
wipe it clean, insert it back into the
hole (without screwing it in), and
then remove it again to check the
oil level.

6-11

1. Dipstick

2. Maximum level mark

3. Minimum level mark

NOTE:

The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.

5. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
oil filler cap, and then add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Engine oil drain bolt

NOTE:

An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.

5. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to
the O-ring of the new oil filter car­tridge.

6. Insert and tighten the engine oil
dipstick, and then install and tight­en the oil filler cap.

6

To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace­ment)

1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.

2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.

3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.

NOTE:

Skip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge is
not being replaced.

4. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.

1. Engine oil filter cartridge

2. Oil filter wrench

6-12

1. O-ring

NOTE:

Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.

6. Install the new oil filter cartridge
with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Torque wrench

Tightening torque:

Oil filter cartridge:

17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)

7. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.

NOTE:

Check the washer for damage and re­place it if necessary.

Tightening torque:

Engine oil drain bolt:

43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf)

8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and then
install and tighten the oil filler cap.

Recommended engine oil:

See page 8-1.

Oil quantity:

Without oil filter cartridge replace­ment:

2.50 L (2.64 US qt) (2.20 Imp.qt)

With oil filter cartridge replacement:

2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)

ECA11620

CAUTION:

● In order to prevent clutch slip-

page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci­fication of “CD” or oils of a high­er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

● Make sure that no foreign mate-

rial enters the crankcase.

9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im­mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.

6-13

NOTE:

After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient.

ECA10400

CAUTION:

If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.

10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Coolant

The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool­ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.

To check the coolant level

The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition,
the coolant must be changed at the in­tervals specified in the periodic mainte­nance and lubrication chart.

1. Place the vehicle on the center-

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stand.

NOTE:

● The coolant level must be checked

on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.

● Make sure that the vehicle is posi-

tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.

2. Check the coolant level in the cool­ant reservoir.

EAU20070

EAU40151

NOTE:

The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.

1. Coolant reservoir

2. Maximum level mark

3. Minimum level mark

3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
reservoir cap.

6-14

1. Coolant reservoir cap

4. Add coolant or distilled water to
raise the coolant to the maximum
level mark, install the coolant res­ervoir cap.

Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):

0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)

ECA10471

CAUTION:

● If coolant is not available, use

distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.

● If water has been used instead

of coolant, replace it with cool­ant as soon as possible, other-

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion.

● If water has been added to the

coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.

EWA10380

WARNING

Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.

NOTE:

● The radiator fan is automatically

switched on or off according to the
coolant temperature in the radia­tor.

● If the engine overheats, see page

6-42 for further instructions.

EAU42680

To change the coolant

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand and let the engine cool if
necessary.

2. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.

3. Remove the radiator cap retaining
bolt, radiator cap retainer and radi­ator cap.

EWA10380

WARNING

Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.

1. Coolant reservoir cap

2. Coolant reservoir

5. Remove the coolant reservoir cov­er and coolant reservoir by remov­ing the bolts.

6

1. Radiator cap retaining bolt

2. Radiator cap

3. Radiator cap retainer

4. Remove the coolant reservoir cap.

1. Coolant reservoir cover

2. Bolt

6. Drain the coolant from the coolant
reservoir by turning it upside down.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

7. Install the coolant reservoir and its
reservoir cover by placing them in
the original position, and then in­stalling the bolts.

8. Remove the coolant drain bolt to
drain the cooling system.

6

1. Coolant drain bolt

9. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool­ing system with clean tap water.

10. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.

NOTE:

Check the washer for damage and re­place it if necessary.

Tightening torque:

Coolant drain bolt:

10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)

11. Pour the specified amount of the
recommended coolant into the ra­diator and reservoir.

Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:

1:1

Recommended antifreeze:

High-quality ethylene glycol anti­freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines

Coolant quantity:

Radiator capacity (including all
routes):

2.00 L (2.11 US qt) (1.76 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):

0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)

ECA10471

CAUTION:

● If coolant is not available, use

distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.

● If water has been used instead

of coolant, replace it with cool­ant as soon as possible, other­wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion.

● If water has been added to the

coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.

12. Install the coolant reservoir cap.

13. Install the radiator cap, radiator
cap retainer and radiator cap re­taining bolt.

1. Radiator cap retaining bolt

2. Radiator cap

3. Radiator cap retainer

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

14. Start the engine, let it idle for sev­eral minutes, and then turn it off.

15. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radia­tor, and then install the radiator
cap, radiator cap retainer and radi­ator cap retaining bolt.

16. Check the coolant level in the res­ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.

17. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.

EAU32886

Replacing the air filter element

The air filter element should be re­placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un­usually wet or dusty areas.

1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12.)

2. Remove panels A and B. (See
page 6-8.)

3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
air filter case.

ECA12880

CAUTION:

When removing the air filter case
cover, be careful not to allow foreign
objects to drop into the air intake
manifold.

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1. Screw

2. Air filter case cover

5. Pull the air filter element out.

1. Bolt

4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Air filter element

2. Air intake manifold

6. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.

CAUTION:

6

● Make sure that the air filter ele-

ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.

● The engine should never be op-

erated without the air filter ele­ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.

7. Install the air filter case cover by in­stalling the screws.

8. Place the fuel tank in the original
position and install the bolts.

ECA10480

EWA12462

WARNING

● Before placing the fuel tank in

the original position, make sure
that all hoses (i.e., fuel hose,
fuel tank breather hose, fuel
tank overflow hose) are not
damaged, that they are properly
connected and routed, and that
they are not pinched.

● If any hose is damaged, have a

Yamaha dealer replace the hose
before starting the engine, oth­erwise fuel may leak.

1. Hose

EWA12471

WARNING

Be sure to place the hoses in their
original position as shown.

1. Original position (paint mark)

9. Install the panels.

10. Install the seat.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU21382

Checking the throttle cable free play

1. Throttle cable free play

The throttle cable free play should mea­sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces­sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.

EAU21401

Valve clearance

The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.

EAU21750

Tires

To maximize the performance, durabil­ity, and safe operation of your motor­cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.

Tire air pressure

The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.

EWA10500

WARNING

● The tire air pressure must be

checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).

● The tire air pressure must be ad-

justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car­go, and accessories approved
for this model.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):

0–90 kg (0–198 lb):

Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

FZS6W 90–190 kg (198–419 lb)
FZS6WC 90–189 kg (198–417 lb):

Front:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)

High-speed riding:

Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

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250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Maximum load*:

FZS6W 190 kg (419 lb)
FZS6WC 189 kg (417 lb)

* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-

go and accessories

WARNING

Proper loading of your vehicle is im­portant for several characteristics of
your vehicle, such as handling,
braking, performance and safety. Do
not carry loosely packed items that
can shift. Securely pack your heavi-

EWA10510

est items close to the center of the
vehicle, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your load,
and check the condition and pres­sure of your tires. NEVER OVER­LOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Make sure
that the total weight of the cargo, rid­er, passenger, and accessories
(cowling, saddlebags, etc. if ap­proved for this model) does not ex­ceed the maximum load of the
vehicle. Operation of an overloaded
vehicle could cause tire damage, an
accident, or even injury.

Tire inspection

1. Tire sidewall

2. Tire wear indicator

3. Tire tread depth

Always check the tires before operating
the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows
crosswise lines (minimum tread depth),
if the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con­tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.

Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):

1.0 mm (0.04 in)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EWA10580

WARNING

● It is dangerous to ride with a

worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.

● The replacement of all wheel-

and brake-related parts, includ­ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl­edge and experience.

Tire information

1. Tire air valve

2. Tire air valve core

3. Tire air valve cap with seal

This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires with valves.

EWA10480

WARNING

● The front and rear tires should

be of the same make and de­sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the motor­cycle cannot be guaranteed.

● After extensive tests, only the

tires listed below have been ap­proved for this model by
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

● Always make sure that the valve

caps are securely installed to
prevent air pressure leakage.

● Use only the tire valves and

valve cores listed below to
avoid tire deflation during a
high-speed ride.

Front tire:

Size:

120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/BT020F GG
DUNLOP/D252F

Rear tire:

Size:

180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/BT020R GG
DUNLOP/D252

FRONT and REAR:

Tire air valve:

TR412

Val ve c ore:

#9100 (original)

EWA10600

WARNING

This motorcycle is fitted with super­high-speed tires. Note the following
points in order to make the most ef­ficient use of these tires.

● Use only the specified replace-

ment tires. Other tires may run
the danger of bursting at super
high speeds.

● Brand-new tires can have a rela-

tively poor grip on certain road
surfaces until they have been

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“broken in”. Therefore, it is ad­visable before doing any high­speed riding to ride conserva­tively for approximately 100 km
(60 mi) after installing a new tire.

● The tires must be warmed up

before a high-speed run.

● Always adjust the tire air pres-

sure according to the operating
conditions.

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EAU21960

Cast wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil­ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.

● The wheel rims should be checked

for cracks, bends or warpage be­fore each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re­place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.

● The wheel should be balanced

whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han­dling characteristics, and a short­ened tire life.

● Ride at moderate speeds after

changing a tire since the tire sur­face must first be “broken in” for it
to develop its optimal characteris­tics.

EAU22011

Accessories and replacement parts

EWA10621

WARNING

This vehicle is not designed to pull a
trailer or to be attached to a sidecar.
The accessories or replacement
parts you choose for your vehicle
should be designed specifically for
this model, and they must be se­curely mounted to maintain the in­herent stability of the original
design. Genuine Yamaha Parts and
Accessories are designed and test­ed to be compatible with your vehi­cle. Please consider Genuine
Yamaha Parts and Accessories be­fore making a purchase. Use of non­Yamaha-approved accessories or
replacement parts may cause loss of
handling stability and riding safety.
Since Yamaha cannot control the
quality of accessories or parts man­ufactured by other companies,
Yamaha cannot be held liable for

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any consequences caused by the
use of items which have not been
approved by Yamaha.

EAU22080

Adjusting the clutch lever free play

1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt

2. Clutch lever free play

The clutch lever free play should mea­sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch le­ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
To increase the clutch lever free play,
turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a).
To decrease the clutch lever free play,
turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).

NOTE:

If the specified free play cannot be ob­tained as described above or if the
clutch does not operate correctly, have
a Yamaha dealer check the internal
clutch mechanism.

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Rear brake light switch

1. Rear brake light switch

2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut

The rear brake light switch, which is ac­tivated by the brake pedal, is properly

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adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect. If
necessary, have a Yamaha dealer ad­just the brake light switch.

EAU36501

EAU22390

Checking the front and rear brake pads

The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec­ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.

EAU36890

Front brake pads

1. Brake pad wear indicator

Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicators, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav­ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position
of the wear indicators while applying
the brake. If a brake pad has worn to

the point that a wear indicator almost
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake pads as a set.

EAU22500

Rear brake pads

1. Lining thickness

Check each rear brake pad for damage
and measure the lining thickness. If a
brake pad is damaged or if the lining
thickness is less than 1.0 mm (0.04 in),
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.

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EAU22580

Checking the brake fluid level

Front brake

1. Minimum level mark

Rear brake

1. Minimum level mark

Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:

● When checking the fluid level,

make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.

● Use only the recommended quality

brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor­mance.

Recommended brake fluid:

DOT 4

● Refill with the same type of brake

fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.

● Be careful that water does not en-

ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.

● Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-

ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al­ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.

● As the brake pads wear, it is nor-

mal for the brake fluid level to grad­ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud­denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.

6

Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus­ing it to become ineffective.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Changing the brake fluid

Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte­nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylin­ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.

● Oil seals: Replace every two

years.

● Brake hoses: Replace every four

years.

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EAU22730

EAU22760

Drive chain slack

The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.

EAU22792

To check the drive chain slack

1. Place the motorcycle on the cen­terstand.

2. Shift the transmission into the neu­tral position.

3. Spin the rear wheel several times
to locate the tightest portion of the
drive chain.

4. Measure the drive chain slack as
shown.

Drive chain slack:

45.0–55.0 mm (1.77–2.17 in)

5. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.

EAU34311

To adjust the drive chain slack

1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock­nut on each side of the swingarm.

2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the
adjusting bolt on each side of the
swingarm in direction (a). To loos­en the drive chain, turn the adjust­ing bolt on each side of the
swingarm in direction (b), and then
push the rear wheel forward.

NOTE:

Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both chain pullers are in the same posi­tion for proper wheel alignment.

1. Drive chain slack

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1. Locknut

2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt

3. Axle nut

4. Alignment marks

ECA10570

CAUTION:

Improper drive chain slack will over­load the engine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. To
prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within the
specified limits.

3. Tighten the locknuts, then the axle
nut to their specified torques.

Tightening torques:

Locknut:

16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)

Axle nut:

120 Nm (12.0 m·kgf, 85 ft·lbf)

EAU23022

Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain

The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica­tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.

ECA10581

CAUTION:

The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.

1. Clean the drive chain with kero­sene and a small soft brush.

ECA11120

CAUTION:

To prevent damaging the O-rings, do
not clean the drive chain with steam
cleaners, high-pressure washers or
inappropriate solvents.

2. Wipe the drive chain dry.

3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

CAUTION:

Do not use engine oil or any other lu­bricants for the drive chain, as they
may contain substances that could
damage the O-rings.

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ECA11110

EAU23091

Checking and lubricating the cables

The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca­bles and cable ends should be lubricat­ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.

Recommended lubricant:

Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
engine oil SAE 10W-30

EWA10710

WARNING

Damage to the outer housing of ca­bles may result in internal rusting
and cause interference with cable
movement. Replace damaged ca­bles as soon as possible to prevent
unsafe conditions.

EAU23111

Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable

The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi­tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.

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EAU23131

Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals

The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu­bricated if necessary.

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur­pose grease)

EAU23140

Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers

Brake lever

Clutch lever

6

The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu­bricated if necessary.

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Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur­pose grease)

EAU23211

Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand

Lubricating the swingarm piv­ots

EAUM1650

The swingarm pivots must be lubricat­ed at the intervals specified in the peri­odic maintenance and lubrication chart.

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease

The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before

6

each ride, and the pivots and metal-to­metal contact surfaces should be lubri­cated if necessary.

EWA10740

WARNING

If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re­pair it.

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur­pose grease)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU23271

Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main­tenance and lubrication chart.

To check the condition

EWA10750

WARNING

Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.

Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.

To check the operation

1. Place the vehicle on a level sur­face and hold it in an upright posi­tion.

2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.

ECA10590

CAUTION:

If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re­pair it.

EAU23280

Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol­lows at the intervals specified in the pe­riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.

1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.

EWA10750

WARNING

Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.

2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for­ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

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EAU23290

Checking the wheel bearings

Battery

EAU34371

The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica­tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.

1. Positive battery terminal

2. Negative battery terminal

The battery is located under the fuel

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tank. (See page 6-17.)
This model is equipped with a sealed­type (MF) battery, which does not re­quire any maintenance. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add
distilled water.

To charge the battery

Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat­tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.

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EWA10760

WARNING

● Electrolyte is poisonous and

dangerous since it contains sul­furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al­ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol­lowing FIRST AID.

• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.

• INTERNAL: Drink large quan­tities of water or milk and im­mediately call a physician.

• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.

● Batteries produce explosive hy-

drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro­vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.

● KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-

IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.

To store the battery

1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.

2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.

3. Fully charge the battery before in­stallation.

4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con­nected to the battery terminals.

ECA10630

CAUTION:

● Always keep the battery

charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.

● To charge a sealed-type (MF)

battery, a special (constant-volt­age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery

charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg­er, have a Yamaha dealer
charge your battery.

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Replacing the fuses

The main fuse is located under the fuel
tank. (See page 6-17.)

1. Main fuse

2. Spare fuse

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The fuse box is located behind panel D.
(See page 6-8.)

1. Fuse box

EAU32842

1. Headlight fuse

2. Signaling system fuse

3. Ignition fuse

4. Radiator fan fuse

5. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)

6. Fuel injection system fuse

7. Spare fuse

8. Taillight fuse

If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.

1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.

2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.

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Specified fuses:

Main fuse:

30.0 A

Headlight fuse:

20.0 A

Taillight fuse:

10.0 A

Signaling system fuse:

10.0 A

Ignition fuse:

10.0 A

Radiator fan fuse:

20.0 A

Fuel injection system fuse:

10.0 A

Backup fuse:

10.0 A

ECA10640

CAUTION:

Do not use a fuse of a higher amper­age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire.

3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.

4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU23740

Replacing the headlight bulb

This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.

1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.

1. Headlight coupler

2. Headlight bulb cover

2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.

1. Headlight bulb holder

EWA10790

WARNING

Headlight bulbs get very hot. There­fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled
down.

3. Place a new headlight bulb into po­sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.

ECA10650

CAUTION:

Take care not to damage the follow­ing parts:

● Headlight bulb

Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar­ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor­oughly clean off any dirt and fin­gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al­cohol or thinner.

● Headlight lens

Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.

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6-35

1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

4. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.

5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.

6

EAU32822

Replacing the tail/brake light bulb

1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12.)

2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter­clockwise.

1. Tail/brake light bulb socket

2. Muffler bracket cover

EWA12301

WARNING

Do not touch the muffler bracket un­til the exhaust system has cooled.

4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock­wise until it stops.

5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.

6. Install the seat.

3. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter­clockwise.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU43000

Replacing a turn signal light bulb

1. Remove the turn signal light unit
by removing the screw.

1. Screw

2. Turn signal light unit

2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter­clockwise.

ECA11190

CAUTION:

Do not overtighten the screw, other­wise the lens may break.

1. Turn signal light bulb socket

3. Remove the defective bulb by pull­ing it out.

6

1. Turn signal light bulb

4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.

5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.

6. Install the turn signal light unit by
installing the screw.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Replacing the license plate light bulb

1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.

1. Screw

6

2. License plate light unit

2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.

EAU24310

1. License plate light bulb

2. License plate light bulb socket

3. Remove the defective bulb by pull­ing it out.

4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.

5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.

6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.

EAU24360

Front wheel

EAU43090

To remove the front wheel

EWA10820

WARNING

● It is advisable to have a Yamaha

dealer service the wheel.

● Securely support the motor-

cycle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand.

2. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.

6-38

1. Wheel axle

2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

3. Remove the brake caliper (togeth­er with the reflector) on each side
by removing the bolts.

1. Brake caliper

2. Brake caliper bolt

3. Reflector

ECA11050

CAUTION:

Do not apply the brake after the
brake calipers have been removed,
otherwise the brake pads will be
forced shut.

4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.

2. Insert the wheel axle.

3. Install the brake caliper (together
with the reflector) on each side by
installing the bolts.

NOTE:

Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install­ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs.

4. Take the vehicle off the center­stand so that the front wheel is on
the ground.

5. Tighten the wheel axle, the front
wheel axle pinch bolt and the
brake caliper bolts to the specified
torques.

Tightening torques:

Wheel axle:

72 Nm (7.2 m·kgf, 52 ft·lbf)

Front wheel axle pinch bolt:

19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 13 ft·lbf)

Brake caliper bolt:

40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)

EAU25080

Rear wheel

EAU25150

To remove the rear wheel

EWA10820

WARNING

● It is advisable to have a Yamaha

dealer service the wheel.

● Securely support the motor-

cycle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.

1. Loosen the axle nut.

2. Place the motorcycle on the cen­terstand.

3. Remove the axle nut.

4. Loosen the locknut and drive chain
adjusting bolt on each side of the
swingarm.

6

To install the front wheel

EAU43100

1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.

6. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Locknut

2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt

3. Axle nut

5. While supporting the brake caliper
and slightly lifting the wheel, pull

6

the wheel axle out.

1. Locknut

2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt

3. Wheel axle

4. Brake caliper bracket

5. Brake caliper

NOTE:

A rubber mallet may be useful to tap the
wheel axle out.

6. Push the wheel forward, and then
remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.

6-40

NOTE:

The drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the rear wheel.

7. Remove the wheel.

ECA11070

CAUTION:

Do not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.

EAU32941

To install the rear wheel

1. Install the wheel and the brake cal­iper bracket by inserting the wheel
axle from the right-hand side.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

NOTE:

● Make sure that the slot in the brake

caliper bracket is fit over the retain­er on the swingarm.

● Make sure that there is enough

space between the brake pads be­fore installing the wheel.

1. Retainer

2. Slot

2. Install the drive chain onto the rear
sprocket, and then adjust the drive
chain slack. (See page 6-26.)

3. Install the axle nut, and then lower
the rear wheel so that it is on the
ground.

4. Tighten the axle nut to the speci­fied torque.

Tightening torque:

Axle nut:

120 Nm (12.0 m·kgf, 85 ft·lbf)

EAU25870

Troubleshooting

Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur­ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your­self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace­ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi­or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.

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6-41

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Troubleshooting charts

EAU42360

Starting problems or poor engine performance

WARNING

Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.

1. Fuel

Check the fuel level in

There is enough fuel.

the fuel tank.

There is no fuel.

Check the compression.

Supply fuel.

The engine does not start.
Check the compression.

2. Compression

There is compression.

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Operate the electric starter.

3. Ignition

Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.

4. Battery

Operate the electric starter.

There is no compression.

Wet

Dry

The engine turns over
quickly.

The engine turns over
slowly.

Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.

Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

Check the ignition.

Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.

The battery is good.

Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.

EWA10840

Operate the electric starter.

The engine does not start.
Check the battery.

The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Engine overheating

EWA10400

WARNING

● Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be

blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.

● After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then

slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.

Wait until the
engine has cooled.

Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.

The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.

The coolant level
is OK.

There is
leakage.

There is
no leakage.

Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a

Yamaha dealer check

Have a Yamaha dealer check

and repair the cooling system.

Add coolant. (See NOTE.)

and repair the cooling system.

NOTE:

If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

Matte color caution

CAUTION:

Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use be­fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a
brush, harsh chemical products or
cleaning compounds when cleaning
these parts will scratch or damage
their surface. Wax also should not
be applied to any matte colored fin­ished parts.

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EAU26041

Care

While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech­nology, it also makes it more vulnera­ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un­noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor­cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your
motorcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.

Before cleaning

1. Cover the muffler outlets with plas­tic bags after the engine has
cooled down.

2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in­stalled.

3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod-

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ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock­ets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de­greaser off with water.

Cleaning

ECA10770

CAUTION:

● Avoid using strong acidic wheel

cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af­fected area any longer than in­structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi­ately dry it, and then apply a cor­rosion protection spray.

● Improper cleaning can damage

windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with mild detergent and water to
clean plastic.

● Do not use any harsh chemical

products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re­movers or inhibitors, brake flu­id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

● Do not use high-pressure wash-

ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar­eas: seals (of wheel and swing­arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.

● For motorcycles equipped with

a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com­pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid­den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.

After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.

After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.

NOTE:

Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.

1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa­ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.

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CAUTION:

Do not use warm water since it in­creases the corrosive action of the
salt.

2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick­el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor­rosion.

After cleaning

1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.

2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.

3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless­steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in­duced discoloring of stainless­steel exhaust systems can be re­moved through polishing.)

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom­mended to apply a corrosion pro­tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat­ed, surfaces.

5. Use spray oil as a universal clean­er to remove any remaining dirt.

6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.

7. Wax all painted surfaces.

8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.

WARNING

● Make sure that there is no oil or

wax on the brakes or tires.

● If necessary, clean the brake

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discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac­etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter­gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor­nering behavior.

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CAUTION:

● Apply spray oil and wax spar-

ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.

● Never apply oil or wax to any

rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.

● Avoid using abrasive polishing

compounds as they will wear
away the paint.

NOTE:

Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.

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Storage

Short-term

Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.

ECA10810

CAUTION:

● Storing the motorcycle in a

poorly ventilated room or cover­ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid­ity to seep in and cause rust.

● To prevent corrosion, avoid

damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi­cals are stored.

Long-term

Before storing your motorcycle for sev­eral months:

1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.

2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

3. Perform the following steps to pro­tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps

and spark plugs.

b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil

into each spark plug bore.

c. Install the spark plug caps onto

the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark­ing during the next step.)

d. Turn the engine over several

times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)

e. Remove the spark plug caps

from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.

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WARNING

To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.

4. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side­stand/centerstand.

5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna­tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.

6. Cover the muffler outlets with plas­tic bags to prevent moisture from
entering them.

7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex­cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-32.

NOTE:

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions:

Weight:

Engine:

8

Overall length:

2095 mm (82.5 in)

Overall width:

750 mm (29.5 in)

Overall height:

1210 mm (47.6 in)

Seat height:

795 mm (31.3 in)

Wheelbase:

1440 mm (56.7 in)

Ground clearance:

145 mm (5.71 in)

Minimum turning radius:

2800 mm (110.2 in)

With oil and fuel:

FZS6W 207.0 kg (456 lb)
FZS6WC 208.0 kg (459 lb)

Engine type:

Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement:

Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder

Displacement:

600.0 cm³

Bore × stroke:

65.5 × 44.5 mm (2.58 × 1.75 in)

Compression ratio:

12.20 :1

Starting system:

Electric starter

Lubrication system:

Wet sump

Engine oil:

Type:

YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or SAE20W40

0°

10° 30° 50° 70° 90°

YAMALUBE 4 (10W30)

or SAE 10W30

YAMALUBE 4 (20W40)
or SAE 20W40

–20°

–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°

110°

40°

Recommended engine oil grade:

API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA

Engine oil quantity:

Without oil filter cartridge replacement:

2.50 L (2.64 US qt) (2.20 Imp.qt)

With oil filter cartridge replacement:

2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)

Cooling system:

Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):

0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)

Radiator capacity (including all routes):

2.00 L (2.11 US qt) (1.76 Imp.qt)

Air filter:

Air filter element:

Oil-coated paper element

130°F

50°C

Fuel:

Recommended fuel:

Unleaded gasoline only

Fuel tank capacity:

19.4 L (5.13 US gal) (4.27 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

3.6 L (0.95 US gal) (0.79 Imp.gal)

Fuel injector:

Manufacturer:

DENSO

Model/quantity:

0290 x 4

Spark plug (s):

Manufacturer/model:

NGK/CR9EK

Spark plug gap:

0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)

Clutch:

Clutch type:

Wet, multiple-disc

Transmission:

Primary reduction system:

Spur gear

Primary reduction ratio:

86/44 (1.955)

Secondary reduction system:

Chain drive

Secondary reduction ratio:

46/16 (2.875)

Transmission type:

Constant mesh 6-speed

Operation:

Left foot operation

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SPECIFICATIONS

Gear ratio:

1st:

37/13 (2.846)

2nd:

37/19 (1.947)

3rd:

28/18 (1.556)

4th:

32/24 (1.333)

5th:

25/21 (1.190)

6th:

26/24 (1.083)

Chassis:

Frame type:

Diamond

Caster angle:

25.00 °

Trail:

97.5 mm (3.84 in)

Front tire:

Type:

Tubeless

Size:

120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/BT020F GG

Manufacturer/model:

DUNLOP/D252F

Rear tire:

Type:

Tubeless

Size:

180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/BT020R GG

Manufacturer/model:

DUNLOP/D252

Loading:

Maximum load:

FZS6W 190 kg (419 lb)
FZS6WC 189 kg (417 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):

Loading condition:

0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Loading condition:

FZS6W 90–190 kg (198–419 lb)
FZS6WC 90–189 kg (198–417 lb)
Front:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)

High-speed riding:

Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Front wheel:

Wheel type:

Cast wheel

Rim size:

17M/C x MT3.50

Rear wheel:

Wheel type:

Cast wheel

Rim size:

17M/C x MT5.50

Front brake:

Type:

Dual disc brake

Operation:

Right hand operation

Recommended fluid:

DOT 4

Rear brake:

Type:

Single disc brake

Operation:

Right foot operation

Recommended fluid:

DOT 4

Front suspension:

Type:

Telescopic fork

Spring/shock absorber type:

Coil spring/oil damper

Wheel travel:

130.0 mm (5.12 in)

Rear suspension:

Type:

Swingarm (monocross)

Spring/shock absorber type:

Coil spring/gas-oil damper

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SPECIFICATIONS

Wheel travel:

130.0 mm (5.12 in)

Electrical system:

Ignition system:

Transistorized coil ignition (digital)

Charging system:

AC magneto

Battery:

Model:

GT12B-4

Voltage, capacity:

12 V, 10.0 Ah

Headlight:

Bulb type:

Halogen bulb

Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:

Headlight:

12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1

Headlight:

12 V, 55.0 W × 1

Tail/brake light:

12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1

Front turn signal/position light:

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12 V, 21 W/5.0 W × 2

Rear turn signal light:

12 V, 21.0 W × 2

License plate light:

12 V, 5.0 W × 1

Meter lighting:

LED

Neutral indicator light:

LED

High beam indicator light:

LED

Oil level warning light:

LED

Turn signal indicator light:

LED

Coolant temperature warning light:

LED

Engine trouble warning light:

LED

Fuses:

Main fuse:

30.0 A

Headlight fuse:

20.0 A

Taillight fuse:

10.0 A

Signaling system fuse:

10.0 A

Ignition fuse:

10.0 A

Radiator fan fuse:

20.0 A

Fuel injection system fuse:

10.0 A

Backup fuse:

10.0 A

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EAU26351

Identification numbers

Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod­el label information in the spaces pro­vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi­cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:

MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:

Key identification number

1. Key identification number 1. Vehicle identification number

The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.

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Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro­vided.

NOTE:

The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor­cycle with the licensing authority in your
area.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

Model label

1. Model label

The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-12.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

EAU26551

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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Motorcycle noise regulation

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:

Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other
than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new ve­hicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of
the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
“AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW”.
These acts include tampering with the following systems; i.e., modification, removal, etc.

Exhaust system

• Muffler

• Exhaust pipe

• Silencer

Intake system

• Air cleaner case

• Air cleaner element

• Intake duct

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

EAU26632

Maintenance record

Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your vehicle will be required to document that
maintenance has been completed in accordance with the emissions warranty. The chart below is printed only as a reminder
that maintenance work is required. It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work.

Maintenance

interval

600 mi

(1000 km) or

1 month
4000 mi

(7000 km) or

6 months

8000 mi

(13000 km) or

12 months

12000 mi

(19000 km) or

18 months

16000 mi

(25000 km) or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km) or

30 months

24000 mi

(37000 km) or

36 months

28000 mi

(43000 km) or

42 months

32000 mi

(49000 km) or

48 months

Date of
service

Mileage

Servicing dealer

name and address

Remarks

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

Maintenance

interval

36000 mi

(55000 km) or

54 months

40000 mi

(61000 km) or

60 months

Date of
service

Mileage

Servicing dealer

name and address

Remarks

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that
new Yamaha motorcycles will be free from defects in
material and workmanship for the period of time stated
herein, subject to certain stated limitations.

THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY for Yamaha motorcycles
originally equipped with headlight, stoplight, and turn
signals shall be one (1) year from the date of purchase,
with no mileage limitation.

MODELS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY include
those used for non-Yamaha-authorized renting, leasing
or other commercial purposes, and TZ models.

DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY, any authorized
Yamaha motorcycle dealer will, free of charge, repair or
replace any part adjudged defective by Yamaha due to
faulty workmanship or material from the factory. Parts used
in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the
product’s warranty period. All par ts replaced under
warranty become property of Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A.

GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include any failures caused by:

Competition or racing use.

a)

Installation of parts or accessories that are not

b)

qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts.
Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse.

c)

Lack of proper maintenance.

d)

Accident or collision damage.

e)

Modification to original parts.

f)

SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall
include parts replaced due to normal wear or routine
maintenance.

THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY under this
warranty shall be to:

1.

Operate and maintain the motorcycle as specified in
the appropriate Owner’s Manual, and

2.

Give notice to an authorized Yamaha motorcycle
dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10)
days after discovery, and make the machine available
at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer’s
place of business.

WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warranty from
the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser, it is
imperative that the machine be inspected and registered
for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer.
In order for this warranty to remain in effect, this
inspection and registration must take place within ten
(10) days after transfer. An inspection and registration fee
will be charged for this service.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY:

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. also warrants to the
ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of
each Yamaha motorcycle covered by this warranty with a
displacement of 50cc or greater, that the vehicle is
designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the
time of sale with all U.S. emissions standards applicable
at the time of manufacture and that it is free from defects
in materials and workmanship which would cause it not
to meet these standards within the period listed
immediately below. Failures other than those resulting
from defects in material or workmanship, which arise
solely as a result of owner abuse and/or lack of proper
maintenance, are not covered by this warranty.

Engine
Displacement

Under 50cc

50cc to 169cc

170cc to 279cc

280cc and over

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. MAKES NO
OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE
OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS
WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA
MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED
FROM THIS WARRANTY.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. ALSO
EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

or five years, whichever occurs first

or five years whichever occurs first

or five years, whichever occurs first

or five years, whichever occurs first

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

6,000 km (3,750 miles)

12,000 km (7,465 miles)

18,000 km (11,185 miles)

30,000 km (18,641 miles)

Cypress, California 90630

P.O. Box 6555

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Period

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WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q.

What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?

A.

The customer’s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services,
non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters,
spark plugs, and brake shoes.

Q.

What are some examples of “abnormal” strain, neglect, or abuse?

A.

These terms are general and overlap each other in areas. Specific examples
include: Running the machine out of oil, sustained high rpm, full-throttle, operating
the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail,
damage or failure due to improper or careless transportation and/or tie-down. If
you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance, please contact your
dealer for advice.

Q.

Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as towing or transportation due to
a failure?

A.

No. The warranty is limited to repair of the machine itself.

Q.

May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner’s
Manual instead of having the dealer do them?

A.

Yes, if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the
Owner’s and Service Manual. We do recommend, however, that items requiring
special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha motorcycle dealer.

Q.

Will the warranty be void or cancelled if I do not operate or maintain my new
motorcycle exactly as specified in the Owner’s Manual?

A.

No. The warranty on a new motorcycle cannot be “voided” or “cancelled.” However,

if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as
described in the Owner’s Manual, that failure may not be covered under
warranty.

Q.

What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty?

A.

Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is expected to:

1.

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Completely set up every new machine before sale.

2.

Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your
satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at any later date.

3.

Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup, service and
warranty repair work.

Q.

Is the warranty transferable to second owners?

A.

Yes. The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request. The
unit has to be inspected and re-registered by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle
dealer for the policy to remain effective.

If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha
motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty
registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or
problem arises regarding the warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership. Since
all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level, this person is in the best position to
help you. IF you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance, please write to:

When contacting Yamaha Motor Cor poration, U.S.A., don’t forget to include any
important information such as names, addresses, model, V.I.N. (frame number),
dates, and receipts.

The federal government requires each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a
complete, up-to-date list of all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety­related defect and recall. This list is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. by the selling dealer at the time of your purchase.

If you should move after you have purchased your new motorcycle, please advise us
of your new address by sending a postcard listing your motorcycle model name, V.I.N.
(frame number), dealer number (or dealer’s name) as it is shown on your warranty
card, your name and new mailing address. Mail to:

This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Cor poration, U.S.A. has an up-to-date registration
record in accordance with federal law.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

P.O. Box 6555

Cypress, California 90630

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

P.O. Box 6555

Cypress, California 90630

Attention: Warranty Department

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