Yamaha VMX EAU10080, VMX EAU10041 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

VMX12T(C)

5GK-28199-15LIT-11626-18-18

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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha VMX12. 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.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

AFFIX DEALER

LABEL HERE

VMX12T(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2004 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

1st edition, April 2004

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-11626-18-18

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

Indicator and warning lights ............3-1

Speedometer unit ...........................3-2

Tachometer ....................................3-3

Coolant temperature gauge ............3-3

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

Clutch lever ....................................3-5

Shift pedal ......................................3-5

Brake lever .....................................3-5

Brake pedal ....................................3-6

Fuel tank cap ..................................3-6

Fuel ................................................3-7

Starter (choke) lever .......................3-8

Steering lock ...................................3-8

Rider seat .......................................3-9

Helmet holder ...............................3-10

Adjusting the front fork .................3-10

Adjusting the shock absorber

assemblies ................................3-11

V-Boost .........................................3-13

Sidestand .....................................3-13

Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-14

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1

Pre-operation check list ................. 4-2

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT

RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1

Starting and warming up a cold

engine ......................................... 5-1

Starting a warm engine .................. 5-3

Shifting ........................................... 5-3

Engine break-in .............................. 5-4

Parking ........................................... 5-5

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND

MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......... 6-1

Owner’s tool kit .............................. 6-1

Periodic maintenance chart for the

emission control system ............. 6-3

General maintenance and

lubrication chart .......................... 6-4

Removing and installing the

cowling and panels ..................... 6-8

Checking the spark plugs .............. 6-9

Canister (for California only) ........ 6-10

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

Final gear oil ................................ 6-13

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

Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-18

Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-19

Adjusting the throttle cable free

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

Adjusting the valve clearance ......6-19

Tires .............................................6-20

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

Accessories and replacement

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

Clutch lever free play ...................6-23

Adjusting the brake lever free

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

Adjusting the rear brake light

switch ........................................6-24

Checking the front and

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

Checking the brake and

clutch fluid levels ....................... 6-25

Changing the brake and

clutch fluids ...............................6-26

Checking and lubricating the

cables .......................................6-26

Checking and lubricating the

throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27

Checking and lubricating the

brake and shift pedals ............... 6-27

Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers .............6-28

Checking and lubricating the

centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-28

Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-28

Checking the front fork .................6-29

Checking the steering ..................6-29

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Checking the wheel bearings .......6-30

Battery ..........................................6-30

Replacing the fuses ......................6-33

Replacing the headlight bulb ........6-34

Replacing a turn signal light bulb

or the tail/brake light bulb ..........6-35

Front wheel ...................................6-36

Rear wheel ...................................6-37

Troubleshooting ............................6-39

Troubleshooting charts .................6-40

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE ..........................................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

carry 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 in-

tersections 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

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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

1

• 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 of
215 kg (474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF) / 216 kg
(476 lb) (U49). 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 perfor­mance of your motorcycle. Care­fully 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

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

● 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.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Gasoline and exhaust gas

● GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-

BLE:

1

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

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Location of important labels

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

SAFETY INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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1

4

2 CALIFORNIA ONLY

5

00

3

1-6

Left view

1. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-25)

2. Air filter element (page 6-18)

3. Fuse box (page 6-33)

4. Main fuse box (page 6-33)

5. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)

6. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-11)

7. Shock absorber assembly damping force adjusting knob (page 3-11)

8. Helmet holder (page 3-10)

9. Shift pedal (page 3-5)

10.Starter (choke) lever (page 3-8)

DESCRIPTION

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2-1

DESCRIPTION

Right view

2

1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)

2. Battery (page 6-30)

3. Coolant reservoir (page 6-14)

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

5. Main switch (page 3-1)

6. Radiator cap (page 6-14)

7. Radiator (page 6-14)

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

9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-11)

10.Brake pedal (page 3-6)

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

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2-2

Controls and instruments

1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)

2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)

3. Speedometer unit (page 3-2)

4. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)

5. Brake lever (page 3-5)

6. Throttle grip (page 6-19)

7. Tachometer (page 3-3)

8. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-3)

DESCRIPTION

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2

2-3

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main switch

3

The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. The various main
switch positions are described below.

ON

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

OFF

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

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P (Parking)

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1. Push.

2. Turn.

The meter lighting, taillight and position
lights are on, but all other electrical sys­tems are off. The key can be removed.
The key must be pushed in from the
“OFF” position to be turned to “P”.

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CAUTION:

Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other­wise the battery may discharge.

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Indicator and warning lights

1. Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”

2. Turn signal indicator light “TURN”

3. Fuel level warning light “FUEL”

4. High beam indicator light “HIGH BEAM”

5. Oil level warning light “OIL LEVEL”

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Turn signal indicator light “TURN”

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

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Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”

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

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

High beam indicator light “HIGH

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BEAM”

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

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Oil level warning light “OIL LEVEL”

This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the follow­ing procedure.

1. Set the engine stop switch to
“RUN” and turn the key to “ON”.

2. Shift the transmission into the neu­tral position or pull the clutch lever.

3. Push the start switch. If the warn­ing light does not come on, 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.

Fuel level warning light “FUEL”

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This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately

3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal).
When this occurs, set the fuel reserve
switch to the “RES” position and refuel
as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the follow­ing procedure.

1. Set the engine stop switch to
“RUN” and turn the key to “ON”.

2. Shift the transmission into the neu­tral position or pull the clutch lever.

3. Push the start switch. If the warn­ing light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri­cal circuit.

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Speedometer unit

3

1. Tripmeter reset knob

2. Odometer

3. Tripmeter

The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a
tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeter
shows the distance traveled since it
was last set to zero with the reset knob.
The tripmeter can be used to estimate
the distance that can be traveled with a
full tank of fuel. This information will en­able you to plan future fuel stops.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Tachometer

3

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.

CAUTION:

Do not operate the engine in the ta­chometer red zone.
Red zone: 9000 r/min and above

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Coolant temperature gauge

1. Coolant temperature gauge

2. Coolant temperature gauge red zone

With the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with chang­es in the weather and engine load. If
the needle reaches or enters the red
zone, stop the vehicle and let the en­gine cool. (See page 6-40.)

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CAUTION:

Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.

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Handlebar switches

Left

1. Dimmer switch “LIGHTS”

2. Turn signal switch “TURN”

3. Horn switch “HORN”

Right

1. Engine stop switch “ENGINE STOP”

2. Fuel reserve switch “FUEL”

3. Start switch “START”

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Dimmer switch “LIGHTS”

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

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Turn signal switch “TURN”

To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to the right. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to the left. When
released, the switch returns to the cen­ter position.
Since this model is equipped with a
self-canceling system, the turn signal
lights will self-cancel after the vehicle
has traveled both about 150 m (490 ft)
and for approximately 15 seconds.
However, the turn signal lights can also
be canceled manually by pushing the
switch in after it has returned to the cen­ter position.

NOTE:

The self-canceling system only oper­ates when the vehicle is moving, so that
the turn signal lights will not self-cancel
while you are stopped at an intersec­tion.

Horn switch “HORN”

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Press this switch to sound the horn.

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Engine stop switch “ENGINE STOP”

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

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Start switch “START”

Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.

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CAUTION:

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

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Fuel reserve switch “FUEL”

During normal operation, this switch
should be kept in the “ON” position. If
the fuel warning light comes on while
riding, set the switch to “RES”, refuel as
soon as possible, and then set the
switch back to “ON”.

NOTE:

After switching to “RES”, approximately

3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal) of
fuel remain in the fuel tank.

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3-4

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Clutch lever

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Shift pedal

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3

1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever

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

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 5-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
3-14.)

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Brake lever

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

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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Brake pedal

1. Brake pedal

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

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Fuel tank cap

To remove the fuel tank cap

1. Opening lever

1. Push the levers on the left and
right side of the rider seat backrest
as shown and slide the rider seat
backrest forward.

2. 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 removed.

To install the fuel tank cap

1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the mark on the
cap facing forward.

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

3. Slide the rider seat backrest rear­ward and push it down.

NOTE:

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

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WARNING

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

3

1. Unlock.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Fuel

3

1. Fuel tank filler tube

2. Fuel level

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.

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.

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CAUTION:

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

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Recommended fuel:

UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY

Fuel tank capacity:

15.0 L (3.96 US gal) (3.30 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal)

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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

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 contain­ing 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.

3-7

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

EAU13630

Starter (choke) lever

1. Starter (choke) lever 1. Steering lock

Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).

Steering lock

To lock the steering

1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the right.

2. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the key.

3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counterclock­wise, push it in while turning the
handlebar slightly to the left, and
then turn the key 1/8 turn clock­wise.

4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close the
lock cover.

EAU13730

To unlock the steering

1. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the key.

2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it moves
out, and then release it.

3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.

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3-8

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Rider seat

To remove the rider seat

1. Release the rider seat backrest by
pushing the levers on the left and
right side as shown, and then slide
the backrest forward.

3

1. Opening lever

2. Remove the bolts and screws, and
then pull the rider seat off.

EAU14230

2. Place the rider seat in the original
position, and then tighten the bolts
and screws.

NOTE:

Make sure that the seat is properly se­cured before riding.

3. Return the rider seat backrest to
the original position.

1. Bolt

2. Screw

To install the rider seat

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

1. Projection

2. Seat holder

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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.

EAU14660

Adjusting the front fork

This front fork is equipped with air
valves for adjusting the spring rate.

EWA10180

WARNING

Always adjust both fork legs equal­ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
of stability may result.

Adjust the spring rate as follows.

1. Elevate the front wheel by placing
the vehicle on the centerstand.

NOTE:

When checking and adjusting the air
pressure, there should be no weight on
the front end of the vehicle.

2. Remove the air valve cap from
each fork leg.

3

1. Front fork air valve cap

2. Front fork air valve

3. Check the air pressure in each fork
leg with an air pressure gauge.

1. Air pressure gauge

NOTE:

An optional air pressure gauge is avail­able at a Yamaha dealer.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

4. To increase the spring rate and
thereby harden the suspension, in­crease the air pressure with an air
pump or compressed air. To de­crease the spring rate and thereby
soften the suspension, decrease
the air pressure by pushing each

3

valve stem down.

Spring rate:

Minimum/standard (soft):

Air pressure = 40 kPa (5.7 psi) (0.4
kgf/cm²)

Maximum (hard):

Air pressure = 100 kPa (14 psi)
(1.0 kgf/cm²)

CAUTION:

Never exceed the maximum air pres­sure, otherwise the front fork oil
seals may become damaged.

WARNING

There must be no difference in air
pressure between the left and right
fork legs, otherwise poor handling
and loss of stability may result.

ECA10090

EWA11180

EAU15081

Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies

1. Shock absorber assembly

Both shock absorber assemblies are
equipped with a spring preload adjust­ing ring and a damping force adjusting
knob.

ECA10100

CAUTION:

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

EWA10210

WARNING

Always adjust both shock absorber
assemblies equally, otherwise poor
handling and loss of stability may
result.

Spring preload

To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock ab­sorber assembly in direction (a). To de­crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust­ing ring on each shock absorber as­sembly in direction (b).

5. Securely install the air valve caps.

3-11

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

NOTE:

● Align the bottom edge of the ad-

justing ring with the appropriate
setting on the shock absorber.

● Use the special wrench included in

the owner’s tool kit to make this ad-
justment.

Spring preload:

Minimum (soft):

1

Standard:

1

Maximum (hard):

5

Damping force

1. Damping force adjusting knob

2. Position indicator

To increase the damping force and
thereby harden the damping, turn the
adjusting knob on each shock absorber
assembly in direction (a). To decrease
the damping force and thereby soften
the damping, turn the adjusting knob on
each shock absorber assembly in di­rection (b).

NOTE:

Align the appropriate setting on the ad­justing knob with the position indicator
on the shock absorber.

Damping force:

Minimum (soft):

1

Standard:

1

Maximum (hard):

4

EWA10230

WARNING

These shock absorbers contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas. For
proper handling read and under­stand the following information be­fore handling the shock absorbers.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-

sponsible for property damage or
personal injury that may result from
improper handling.

● Do not tamper with or attempt to

open the gas cylinders.

● Do not subject the shock ab-

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

● Do not deform or damage the

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

● Always have a Yamaha dealer

service the shock absorbers.

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3-12

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

V-Boost

3

The V-Boost is a vital part of the engine
and requires very sophisticated adjust­ment. Adjustment should be left to a
Yamaha dealer who has the profes­sional knowledge and experience to do
so.

CAUTION:

The V-Boost was set at the Yamaha
factory after many tests. If the set­tings are changed by someone with­out sufficient technical knowledge,
poor engine performance and dam­age may result.

The V-Boost operation can be heard
when the main switch is turned on.

EAU15270

ECA10170

ECA10180

CAUTION:

If the V-Boost does not operate, ask
a Yamaha dealer to inspect it.

EAU15300

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

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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

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 side­stand 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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3-14

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?

3

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

EAU15591

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.

EWA11150

WARNING

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

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4-1

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Pre-operation check list

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

Fuel

Engine oil

Final gear oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-13

4

Coolant

Front brake

Rear brake

• 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 lever free play.

• Adjust if necessary.

• 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.

EAU15602

3-7

6-11

6-14

6-23, 6-24, 6-25

6-24, 6-25

4-2

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

Clutch

Throttle grip

Control cables

Wheels and tires

Brake and shift pedals

Brake and clutch levers

Centerstand, sidestand

Chassis fasteners

Instruments, lights, signals
and switches

Sidestand switch

Battery

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

• Check operation.

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

• Check fluid level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add recommended fluid to specified level.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• 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 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.

• Check fluid level.

• Fill with distilled water if necessary.

6-23, 6-25

6-19, 6-27

6-26

6-20, 6-22

6-27

6-28

6-28

—

—

3-13

6-30

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4-3

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

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

5

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.

EAU15950

EWA10270

EAU32300

Starting and warming up a cold 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 3-14.

● Never ride with the sidestand

down.

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

ECA10220

CAUTION:

If the fuel level warning light comes
on, check the fuel level, and, if nec­essary, refuel as soon as possible.

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. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-8.)

4. 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.

ECA10230

CAUTION:

● The oil level warning light and

fuel level warning light should
come on when the start switch

5-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

is pushed, and they should go
off when the start switch is re­leased.

● 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 warning light
does not come on when push­ing the start switch, or if it does
not go off after starting with suf­ficient engine oil, have a
Yamaha dealer check the elec­trical circuit.

● If the fuel level warning light re-

mains on after starting, stop the
engine, and then check the fuel
level. If necessary, refuel as
soon as possible, and then
check the warning light again. If
the warning light does not come
on when pushing the start
switch, or if it does not go off af-

ter starting with sufficient fuel,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.

5. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) back halfway.

ECA11130

CAUTION:

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

6. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.

NOTE:

The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off. To avoid the possi­bility of excessive exhaust emissions,
never leave the starter (choke) on long­er than necessary. The time necessary
for starter (choke) use depends upon
the ambient temperature. Tempera­tures above 10 °C (50 °F) require about
7 seconds of starter (choke) use and
temperatures below 10 °C (50 °F) re­quire about 35 seconds with the starter

(choke) turned on, then about 2.5 min­utes with the starter (choke) in the half­way position.

5

5-2

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

Starting a warm engine

Follow the same procedure as for start­ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.

5

EAU16640

EAU16671

Shifting

1. Shift pedal

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.

5-3

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.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

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
20 km/h (12.5 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.

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

EAU16720

Recommended shift points

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

Shift up points:

1st → 2nd: 16 km/h (10 mi/h)
2nd → 3rd: 24 km/h (15 mi/h)
3rd → 4th: 32 km/h (20 mi/h)
4th → 5th: 40 km/h (25 mi/h)

Shift down points:

5th → 4th: 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h)
4th → 3rd: 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h)
3rd → 2nd: 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h)
2nd → 1st: 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h)

EAU16841

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

EAU17121

0–1000 km (0–600 mi)

Avoid prolonged operation above 4500
r/min.

1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)

Avoid prolonged operation above 5500
r/min.

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5-4

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

CAUTION:

After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil and final gear 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.

CAUTION:

● Keep the engine speed out of

5

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.

ECA10331

ECA10310

EAU17200

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.

5-5

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.

EAU17551

Owner’s tool kit

1. Owner’s tool kit

2. Rider backrest

The tool kit is located inside the storage
compartment behind the rider seat
backrest. (See page 3-9.)

6

6-1

The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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.

EWA10340

WARNING

Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor­mance, excessive emissions, and

6

render the vehicle unsafe for use.
Consult a Yamaha dealer before at­tempting any changes.

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 * Fuel filter • Replace. Replace.

3 Spark plugs

4 * Valve clearance

Crankcase breather

5 *

system

Carburetor synchro-

6 *

nization

7 * Idle speed

8 * Exhaust system

Evaporative emis-

9 *

sion control system
(For California only)

* 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.

• Adjust synchronization of carbu-

retors.

• Check and adjust engine idle
speed.

• Check for leakage.

• Tighten if necessary.

• Replace gasket(s) if necessary.

• Check control system for dam-

age.

• Replace 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)

12000 mi

(19000 km)

or

18 months

√√

16000 mi

(25000 km)

or

24 months

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

EAU17600

6

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

General maintenance and lubrication chart

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

1 * Air filter element

2 * Battery

3 * Clutch

4 * Front brake

6

5 * Rear brake

6 * Brake hoses

7 * Wheels

8 * Tires

• Clean with compressed air.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check specific gravity and breath-

er hose for proper operation.

• Check operation and fluid leak­age.

• Correct if necessary.

• 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.

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

√√√√√√

4000 mi

(7000 km)

6 months

EAU32182

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

6-4

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

No. ITEM ROUTINE

9 * Wheel bearings

Swingarm pivot

10 *

bearings

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

17 * Front fork

• Check bearings for smooth oper­ation.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check bearing assemblies for

looseness.

• Moderately repack with lithium­soap-based grease.

• Check bearing assemblies for
looseness.

• Moderately repack with lithium­soap-based grease every 16000
mi (25000 km) or 24 months.

• 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.

• Check operation and for oil leak­age.

• Replace if necessary.

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

600 mi

(1000 km)

or

1 month

√√√√Repack. √

√√√√√√

6-5

4000 mi

(7000 km)

or

6 months

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

√√√√√

8000 mi

(13000 km)

or

12 months

√ Repack.

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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INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS

No. ITEM ROUTINE

Shock absorber as-

18 *

semblies

19 Engine oil

Engine oil filter car-

20 *

tridge

21 * Cooling system

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22 Final gear oil

Control and meter

23 *

cables

Throttle grip hous-

24 *

ing and cable

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

• Check operation and for oil leak­age.

• 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 oil level and for oil leakage.

• Change at initial 600 mi (1000

km) or 1 month, and thereafter
every 16000 mi (25000 km) or 24
months.

• Apply Yamaha chain and cable
lube or engine oil 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

√√√√√√

Change. √√√Change. √

√√√√√√

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

Change.

20000 mi

(31000 km)

or

30 months

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NOTE:

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

EAU17660

NOTE:

● The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

● Hydraulic brake and clutch systems

• After disassembling the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders or clutch release cylinder, always change
the fluid. Regularly check the brake and clutch fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.

• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders and clutch release
cylinder every two years.

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

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Removing and installing the
cowling and panels

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

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1. Cowling A

2. Panel A

3. Panel B

Cowling A

To remove the cowling

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

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EAU19120

1. Unlock.

2. Pull the cowling off as shown.

To install the cowling

1. Align the holders under the cowl­ing with the projections on the
frame.

1. Holder

2. Projection

2. Push down on the rear of the cowl­ing until it locks in place.

3. Remove the key from the lock.

EAU19180

Panel A

To remove the panel

1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-8.)

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

1. Screw

To install the panel

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

2. Install the cowling.

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Panel B

EAU19210

To remove the panel
Remove the screws, and then take the
panel off.

1. Screw

To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.

EAU19543

Checking the spark plugs

The spark plugs are important engine
components, which are easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plugs 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.

To remove a spark plug

1. Remove the spark plug cap.

1. Spark plug cap

2. Remove the spark plug as shown,
with the spark plug wrench includ­ed in the owner’s tool kit.

1. Spark plug wrench

To check the spark plugs

1. Check that the porcelain insulator
around the center electrode on
each spark plug is a medium-to­light tan (the ideal color when the
vehicle is ridden normally).

2. Check that all spark plugs installed
in the engine have the same color.

NOTE:

If any spark plug shows a distinctly dif­ferent color, the engine could be defec­tive. Do not attempt to diagnose such
problems yourself. Instead, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

3. Check each spark plug for elec­trode erosion and excessive car­bon or other deposits, and replace
it if necessary.

Specified spark plug:

NGK/DPR8EA-9
DENSO/X24EPR-U9

To install a spark plug

1. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec­essary, adjust the gap to specifica­tion.

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1. Spark plug gap

Spark plug gap:

0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)

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

3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight­en it to the specified torque.

Tightening torque:

Spark plug:

18 Nm (1.8 m·kgf, 13 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.

4. Install the spark plug cap.

EAU19672

Canister (for California only)

This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere.

● Check each hose connection.

● Check each hose and canister for

cracks or damage. Replace if dam­aged.

● Make sure the vent hose is not

blocked. Clean it if necessary.

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EAU19871

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, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.

NOTE:

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

1. Engine oil level check window

2. Maximum level mark

3. Minimum level mark

4. If the engine oil is below the mini­mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.

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.

1. Engine oil filler cap

1. Engine oil drain bolt

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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. O-ring 1. Torque wrench

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1. Oil filter cartridge

2. Oil filter wrench

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.

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.

6-12

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.

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.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Recommended engine oil:

See page 8-1.

Oil quantity:

Without oil filter cartridge replace­ment:

3.50 L (3.70 US qt) (3.08 Imp.qt)

With oil filter cartridge replacement:

3.80 L (4.02 US qt) (3.34 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.

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.

EAU20000

Final gear oil

The final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal­er check and repair the vehicle. In addi­tion, the final gear oil must be changed
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica­tion chart.

EWA10370

WARNING

● Make sure that no foreign mate-

rial enters the final gear case.

● Make sure that no oil gets on the

tire or wheel.

To check the final gear oil level

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand.

NOTE:

● The final gear oil level must be

checked on a cold engine.

● Make sure that the vehicle is posi-

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

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

2. Remove the oil filler bolt, and then
check the oil level in the final gear
case.

NOTE:

The oil level should be at the brim of the
filler hole.

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1. Final gear oil filler bolt

2. Correct oil level

3. Final gear oil drain bolt

3. If the oil is below the brim of the fill­er hole, add sufficient oil of the rec­ommended type to raise it to the
correct level.

To change the final gear oil

1. Place an oil pan under the final
gear case to collect the used oil.

2. Remove the oil filler bolt and drain
bolt to drain the oil from the final
gear case.

3. Install the final gear oil drain bolt,
and then tighten it to the specified
torque.

Tightening torque:

Final gear oil drain bolt:

23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)

4. Add the recommended final gear
oil to the brim of the filler hole.

Recommended final gear oil:

Hypoid gear oil SAE 80 (API GL4) or
multi-grade hypoid gear oil SAE
80W-90

Oil quantity:

0.20 L (0.21 US qt) (0.18 Imp.qt)

NOTE:

GL4 is a quality rating. Hypoid gear oils
rated GL5 or GL6 may also be used.

5. Install and tighten the filler bolt.

6. Check the final gear case for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, check for
the cause.

EAU20070

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.

EAU20241

To check the coolant level

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand and hold it in an upright po­sition.

2. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-8.)

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.

3. Check the coolant level in the cool­ant reservoir.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

NOTE:

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

1. Maximum level mark

2. Minimum level mark

4. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
coolant reservoir cap and add
coolant to the maximum level
mark.

5. Install the coolant reservoir cap
and the cowling.

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

0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)

ECA10470

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 engine may not be
sufficiently cooled and 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

6-40 for further instructions.

EAU20392

To change the coolant

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

2. Remove cowling A and panel A.
(See page 6-8.)

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

4. Remove the radiator cap.

EWA10380

WARNING

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

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

1. Radiator cap

5. Turn the coolant drain cock, mak­ing sure to align the “ON” with the
position indicator.

6

1. Coolant drain cock

2. Position indicator

6. Remove the water pump drain bolt
to drain the water pump housing.

1. Water pump drain bolt

7. Remove the cylinder drain plug
covers on the outside of the cylin­der blocks by removing the
screws.

1. Screw

8. Remove the rubber coolant drain
plugs to drain the coolant from the
engine.

6-16

1. Rubber coolant drain plug

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

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

NOTE:

Check the washer for damage and re­place it if necessary.

Tightening torque:

Water pump drain bolt:

43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf)

11. Install the rubber coolant drain
plugs, and then install the cylinder
drain plug covers.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

NOTE:

Check the rubber plugs for damage
and replace them if necessary.

12. Turn the coolant drain cock, mak­ing sure to align the “OFF” with the
position indicator.

13. Pour the recommended coolant
into the reservoir to the maximum
level, and then install the cap.

14. Pour the recommended coolant
into the radiator until it is full.

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):

2.75 L (2.91 US qt) (2.42 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):

0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)

ECA10470

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 engine may not be
sufficiently cooled and 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.

15. Install the radiator cap, start the
engine, let it idle for several min­utes, and then turn it off.

16. 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.

17. 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.

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

19. Install the cowling and the panel.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Cleaning the air filter element

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

1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-8.)

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

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1. Screw

3. Pull the air filter element out.

EAU20510

● 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.

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

7. Install the cowling.

1. Air filter element

4. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.

5. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case.

ECA10480

CAUTION:

● Make sure that the air filter ele-

ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU21270

Adjusting the carburetors

The carburetors are important parts of
the engine and emission control sys­tem, which require very sophisticated
adjustment. Therefore, all carburetor
adjustments should be left to a Yamaha
dealer, who has the necessary profes­sional knowledge and experience.

EAU21380

Adjusting 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.

EAU21400

Adjusting the 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.

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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.

WARNING

● The tire air pressure must be

checked and adjusted on cold

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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.

EAU32380

EWA10500

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):

0–90 kg (0–198 lb):

Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

90–215 kg (198–474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
90–216 kg (198–476 lb) (U49):

Front:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Maximum load*:

215 kg (474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
216 kg (476 lb) (U49)

* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-

go and accessories

EWA10510

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 heavi­est items close to the center of the
vehicle, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your load,

6-20

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),

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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)

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

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

EWA10460

WARNING

● The front and rear tires should

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

● After extensive tests, only the

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

Front tire:

Size:

110/90-18M/C 61V

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/G525
DUNLOP/F20

Rear tire:

Size:

150/90-15M/C 74V

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/G526
DUNLOP/K525

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
“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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Cast wheels

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

● The wheel rims should be checked

for cracks, bends, warpage or
damage 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

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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.

● After repairing or replacing a tire,

tighten the valve stem nut and
locknut to the specified torques.

EAU21980

Tightening torques:

Valve stem nut:

1.6 Nm (0.16 m·kgf, 1.2 ft·lbf)

Valve stem locknut:

1.6 Nm (0.16 m·kgf, 1.2 ft·lbf)

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.

EAU22071

Clutch lever free play

Since this model is equipped with a hy­draulic clutch, adjusting the clutch lever
free play is not needed. However, it is
necessary to check the clutch fluid level
and check the hydraulic system for
leakage before each ride. If the clutch
lever free play does become excessive,
and shifting becomes rough or clutch
slippage occurs, causing poor acceler­ation, there may be air in the clutch sys­tem. If there is air in the hydraulic
system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed
the system before operating the motor­cycle.

EAU22092

Adjusting the brake lever free
play

1. Locknut

2. Brake lever free play adjusting screw

3. Brake lever free play

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The brake lever free play should mea­sure 2.0–5.0 mm (0.08–0.20 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake le­ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.

1. Loosen the locknut at the brake le­ver.

2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting screw in di­rection (a). To decrease the brake
lever free play, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (b).

3. Tighten the locknut.

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WARNING

● After adjusting the brake lever

free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake is
working properly.

● A soft or spongy feeling in the

brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the hydraulic
system. If there is air in the hy­draulic system, have a Yamaha
dealer bleed the system before
operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will dimin­ish the braking performance,

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which may result in loss of con­trol and an accident.

EWA10630

EAU22270

Adjusting the 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
adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect. If
necessary, adjust the brake light switch
as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the
rear brake light switch in place. To
make the brake light come on earlier,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). To
make the brake light come on later, turn
the adjusting nut in direction (b).

EAU22311

Checking the front and rear brake pads

1. Brake pad wear indicator

The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec­ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Each brake pad is
provided with a wear indicator, 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 indicator
while applying the brake. If a brake pad
has worn to the point that the wear indi­cator almost touches the brake disc,
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.

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EAU22680

Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels

Front brake

1. Minimum level mark

Rear brake

1. Panel B

2. Minimum level mark

Clutch

1. Minimum level mark

Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake or clutch systems, pos­sibly causing them to become ineffec­tive.
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 level is low, be sure to check the
brake pads for wear and the brake sys­tem for leakage.

NOTE:

The rear brake fluid reservoir is located
behind panel B. (See page 6-8.)

Observe these precautions:

● When checking the fluid level,

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

● Use only the recommended quality

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

Recommended brake and clutch flu­id:

DOT 4 brake fluid

● Refill with the same type of brake

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

● The brake or clutch fluid reservoir

diaphragm will lose its shape from
the negative pressure if the fluid
level goes down too far. Be sure to
return the diaphragm to its original
shape before installing it into the
brake or clutch fluid reservoir.

● Be careful that water does not en-

ter the brake or clutch fluid reser­voir when refilling. Water will

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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.

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EAU22750

Changing the brake and
clutch fluids

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

● Oil seals: Replace every two

years.

● Brake and clutch hoses: Replace

every four years.

EAU23090

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 (API SE)

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.

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EAU23110

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 or
replaced at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.

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)

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Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers

The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-

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bricated if necessary.

Recommended lubricant:

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

EAU23140

EAU23210

Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand

The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
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.

EAU23250

Lubricating the rear
suspension

The pivoting points of the rear suspen­sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease

Recommended lubricant:

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

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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

EAU23351

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. Battery

2. Battery breather hose

3. Pass through the cable guide.

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A poorly maintained battery will corrode
and discharge quickly. The electrolyte
level, battery lead connections and
breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the in­tervals specified in the periodic mainte­nance and lubrication chart.

To check the electrolyte level

1. Place the vehicle on the center­stand.

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NOTE:

Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the electro­lyte level.

2. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.

NOTE:

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

1. Maximum level mark

2. Minimum level mark

3. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, continue with
the following steps.

4. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-9.)

5. Disconnect the negative battery
lead from the battery.

6. Disconnect the positive battery
lead and the starter motor lead
from the starter motor relay.

1. Starter motor lead (black)

2. Positive battery lead (red)

3. Negative battery lead

7. Disconnect the couplers shown.

8. Remove the ignition coil assem­blies by removing the bolts.

1. Ignition coil assembly

2. Bolt

3. Coupler

9. Add distilled water to raise the
electrolyte to the maximum level
mark.

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.

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• 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

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CHILDREN.

CAUTION:

Use only distilled water, as tap water
contains minerals that are harmful
to the battery.

10. Check and, if necessary, correct
the breather hose routing.

ECA10610

1. Battery

2. Battery breather hose

3. Pass through the cable guide.

11. Install the ignition coil assemblies
by installing the bolts.

12. Connect the couplers.

13. Connect and tighten the positive
battery lead and the starter motor
lead to the starter motor relay.

WARNING

Pass the positive battery lead and
starter lead through the hole in the
ignition coil bracket as shown. Im­proper routing of these leads could
bring about a short circuit, causing
the engine and lights to fail and pos­sibly resulting in an accident.

EWA10780

1. Positive battery lead (red)

2. Starter motor lead (black)

14. Connect and tighten the negative
battery lead to the battery.

15. Install the rider seat.

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 the specif­ic gravity of the electrolyte at least
once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.

3. Fully charge the battery before in­stallation.

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4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con­nected to the battery terminals and
that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not
obstructed.

ECA10600

CAUTION:

If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is ex­posed to electrolyte or gas expelled
from the battery, the frame could
suffer structural and external dam­ages.

EAU23570

Replacing the fuses

The main fuse box is located under the
rider seat. (See page 3-9.)

1. Main fuse

2. Spare main fuse

The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located un­der cowling A. (See page 6-8.)

1. Headlight fuse

2. Signaling system fuse

3. Ignition fuse

4. Radiator fan fuse

5. Spare 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:

15.0 A

Signaling system fuse:

10.0 A

Radiator fan fuse:

10.0 A

Ignition fuse:

10.0 A

CAUTION:

Do not use a fuse of a higher amper­age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to

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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.

ECA10640

EAU23780

Replacing the headlight bulb

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

1. Remove the headlight unit by re­moving the screws.

1. Headlight bulb holder

3. Remove the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the defective bulb.

1. Screw

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

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

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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.

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

ECA10660

CAUTION:

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.

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

6. Install the headlight unit by install­ing the screws.

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

EAU24281

Replacing a turn signal light
bulb or the tail/brake light bulb

1. Remove the lens by removing the
screws.

1. Screw

1. Tail/brake light bulb

1. Turn signal light bulb

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

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

4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.

ECA10680

CAUTION:

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

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EAU24360

Front wheel

To remove the front wheel

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 motorcycle on the cen­terstand.

2. Disconnect the speedometer ca-

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ble from the front wheel.

3. Remove the brake calipers by re­moving the bolts.

CAUTION:

Do not pull the brake lever after the
brake caliper has been removed,
otherwise the brake pads will be
forced shut.

4. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle.

EAU24430

EWA10820

ECA11060

1. Speedometer cable

2. Bolt

3. Front wheel axle pinch bolt

4. Wheel axle

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

EAU24842

To install the front wheel

1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub so that the pro­jections mesh with the slots.

2. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.

NOTE:

Make sure that the slot in the speedom­eter gear unit fits over the retainer on
the fork leg.

1. Retainer

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3. Insert the wheel axle.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

4. Install the brake calipers 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.

5. Take the motorcycle off the center­stand so that the front wheel is on
the ground.

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

Tightening torques:

Wheel axle:

58 Nm (5.8 m·kgf, 42 ft·lbf)

Front wheel axle pinch bolt:

20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)

Brake caliper bolt:

40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)

7. Connect the speedometer cable.

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

EAU25080

Rear wheel

EAU25100

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. Remove the axle nut, and then
loosen the rear wheel axle pinch
bolt.

1. Axle nut

1. Rear wheel axle pinch bolt

2. Place the motorcycle on the cen­terstand.

3. Remove the brake caliper by re­moving the bolts.

4. Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake caliper bracket by
removing the cotter pin, the nut,
and the bolt.

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1. Nut

2. Cotter pin

3. Brake torque rod

4. Bolt

5. Spacer

6. Brake caliper bracket

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5. While supporting the rear wheel,
pull the wheel axle out.

6. Remove the brake caliper bracket
and spacer.

7. Pull the wheel to the right to sepa­rate it from the final gear case, and
then remove it.

ECA11180

CAUTION:

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

EAU25500

To install the rear wheel

1. Apply a light coating of lithium­soap-based grease to the splines
of the final gear case and wheel
hub.

2. Install the wheel, brake caliper
bracket, spacer and wheel axle.

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3. Install the brake caliper by install­ing the bolts.

NOTE:

Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install­ing the brake caliper onto the brake
disc.

4. Connect the brake torque rod to
the brake caliper bracket by install­ing the bolt and the nut.

5. Install the axle nut, and then slight­ly tighten it.

6. Take the motorcycle off the center­stand so that the rear wheel is on
the ground.

7. Tighten the rear wheel axle pinch
bolt, the axle nut, the brake caliper
bolts and the brake torque rod nut
to the specified torques.

Tightening torques:

Axle nut:

150 Nm (15.0 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)

Brake caliper bolt:

40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)

Brake torque rod nut:

23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)

Rear wheel axle pinch bolt:

16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

8. Install the brake torque rod cotter
pin.

EWA10830

WARNING

Always use a new cotter pin.

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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Troubleshooting charts

EAU25941

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 compressoin.

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

EWA10840

Open the throttle halfway and 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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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

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 plas-

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tic 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-

EAU26060

ucts onto seals, gaskets 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
cleaning products, solvent or

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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.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

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.

ECA10790

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. 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.)

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

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

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

6. Wax all painted surfaces.

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

EWA11130

WARNING

● Make sure that there is no oil or

wax on the brakes or tires.

● If necessary, clean the brake

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.

ECA10800

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.

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● 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. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi­tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.

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3. Drain the carburetor float cham­bers by loosening the drain bolts;
this will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.

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

5. 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.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

EWA10950

WARNING

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

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

7. 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.

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

9. 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
6-30.

NOTE:

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions:

Weight:

Engine:

8

Overall length:

2300 mm (90.6 in)

Overall width:

795 mm (31.3 in)

Overall height:

1160 mm (45.7 in)

Seat height:

765 mm (30.1 in)

Wheelbase:

1590 mm (62.6 in)

Ground clearance:

145 mm (5.71 in)

Minimum turning radius:

2900 mm (114.2 in)

With oil and fuel:

283.0 kg (624 lb) (U49)

284.0 kg (626 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)

Engine type:

Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement:

V-type 4-cylinder

Displacement:

1198.0 cm³ (73.10 cu.in)

Bore × stroke:

76.0 × 66.0 mm (2.99 × 2.60 in)

Compression ratio:

10.50 :1

Starting system:

Electric starter

Lubrication system:

Wet sump

Engine oil:

Type:

SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50 (ZAF)
YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or SAE20W40
(CAL)(U49)

-20 -10 0

0°

10° 30° 50° 70° 90°

YAMALUBE 4 (10W30)

or SAE 10W30

–20°

–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°

Recommended engine oil grade:

API service SE, SF, SG type or higher

Engine oil quantity:

Without oil filter cartridge replacement:

3.50 L (3.70 US qt) (3.08 Imp.qt)

20 30

10

SAE 10W-30

SAE 10W-40

SAE 15W-40

SAE 20W-40

SAE 20W-50

YAMALUBE 4 (20W40)
or SAE 20W40

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40

110°

40°

50 ˚C

130°F

50°C

With oil filter cartridge replacement:

3.80 L (4.02 US qt) (3.34 Imp.qt)

Final gear oil:

Type:

SAE80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil or multi­grade hypoid gear oil SAE80W-90

Quantity:

0.20 L (0.21 US qt) (0.18 Imp.qt)

Cooling system:

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

0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)

Radiator capacity (including all routes):

2.75 L (2.91 US qt) (2.42 Imp.qt)

Air filter:

Air filter element:

Dry element

Fuel:

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded gasoline only (ZAF)
Unleaded gasoline only (CAL)(U49)

Fuel tank capacity:

15.0 L (3.96 US gal) (3.30 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal)

Carburetor:

Manufacturer:

MIKUNI

Type x quantity:

BDS35 x 4

Spark plug(s):

Manufacturer/model:

NGK/DPR8EA-9

SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer/model:

DENSO/X24EPR-U9

Spark plug gap:

0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)

Clutch:

Clutch type:

Wet, multiple-disc

Transmission:

Primary reduction system:

Spur gear

Primary reduction ratio:

87/49 (1.776)

Secondary reduction system:

Shaft drive

Secondary reduction ratio:

21/27 × 33/09 (2.852)

Transmission type:

Constant mesh 5-speed

Operation:

Left foot operation

Gear ratio:

1st:

43/17 (2.529)

2nd:

39/22 (1.773)

3rd:

31/23 (1.348)

4th:

28/26 (1.077)

5th:

26/28 (0.928)

Chassis:

Frame type:

Double cradle

Caster angle:

29.00 °

Trail:

119.0 mm (4.69 in)

Front tire:

Type:

Tubeless

Size:

110/90-18M/C 61V

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/G525

Manufacturer/model:

DUNLOP/F20

Rear tire:

Type:

Tubeless

Size:

150/90-15M/C 74V

Manufacturer/model:

BRIDGESTONE/G526

Manufacturer/model:

DUNLOP/K525

Loading:

Maximum load:

215 kg (474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
216 kg (476 lb) (U49)
(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)

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Rear:

225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)

Loading condition:

90–215 kg (198–474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
90–216 kg (198–476 lb) (U49)
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:

18M/C x MT2.15

Rear wheel:

Wheel type:

Cast wheel

Rim size:

15M/C x MT3.50

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

Front suspension:

Type:

Telescopic fork

Spring/shock absorber type:

Coil-air spring/oil damper

Wheel travel:

140.0 mm (5.51 in)

Rear suspension:

Type:

Swingarm

Spring/shock absorber type:

Coil spring/oil damper

Wheel travel:

100.0 mm (3.94 in)

Electrical system:

Ignition system:

Transistorized coil ignition (digital)

Charging system:

A.C. magneto

Battery:

Model:

YB16AL-A2

Voltage, capacity:

8

12 V, 16.0 Ah

Headlight:

Bulb type:

Halogen bulb

Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:

Headlight:

12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1

Tail/brake light:

12 V, 8.0/27.0 W × 2

Front turn signal/position light:

12 V, 23 W/8.0 W × 2

Rear turn signal light:

12 V, 21.0 W × 2

Meter lighting:

14 V, 3.0 W × 2

Neutral indicator light:

14 V, 3.0 W × 1

High beam indicator light:

14 V, 3.0 W × 1

Oil level warning light:

14 V, 3.0 W × 1

Turn signal indicator light:

14 V, 3.0 W × 1

Fuel level warning light:

14 V, 3.0 W × 1

Fuses:

Main fuse:

30.0 A

Headlight fuse:

15.0 A

Signaling system fuse:

10.0 A

Ignition fuse:

10.0 A

Radiator fan fuse:

10.0 A

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

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. Record this num­ber in the space provided and use it for
reference when ordering a new key.

EAU26390

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 under cowl­ing A. (See page 6-8.) 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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EAU26530

9-2

CONSUMER INFORMATION

EAU26550

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 either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.
area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

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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9-4

CONSUMER INFORMATION

EAU26631

Maintenance record

Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your motorcycle 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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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

EAU26661

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

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9-8

YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)

CONSUMER INFORMATION

EAU26750

Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty
expires with genuine Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.).

Y.E.S. is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor
Corporation to provide maximum owner satisfaction. You
get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for extra
peace of mind.

Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan that’s right for
you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months or, on certain
models, even 48 months beyond your warranty period.

Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the same
Yamaha people who handle your warranty – and it
shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits. There
are no mileage limitations. Coverage isn’t limited to
“moving parts” or the “drive train” like many other plans.
And Y.E.S. covers manufacturing defects just like the
warranty. See the sample contract at your Yamaha
dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted factory­backed protection can be.

You don’t have to pay anything for covered repairs.
There’s no deductible to pay, and repairs aren’t
“pro-rated.” You don’t have any “out-of-pocket” expenses
for covered repairs.

In addition, Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection
(TRIP) is included at no extra cost. TRIP gives you up to
$150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable
expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs
covered service: replacement vehicle rental, emergency
towing, phone calls, even food and lodging when you are
away from home. This superb coverage goes into effect
when you purchase Y.E.S., so it applies to any warranty
repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire
Y.E.S. plan period.

Y.E.S. coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha
dealer nationwide.

Y.E.S. coverage is transferable to a new owner if you
sell or trade-in. That can make your Yamaha much more
valuable!

This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to
Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still
within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your
authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts. He can show
you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha
Extended Service.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION

We urge you to act now. You’ll get the excellent benefits of
TRIP coverage right away, and you’ll rest easy knowing
you’ll have strong factory-backed protection even after your
Yamaha Limited Warranty expires.

A special note:
If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact Yamaha with
your Primary ID number (your frame number). We’ll be
happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need.

Yamaha Service Marketing
P.O. Box 6555
Cypress, CA 90630
1-(866)-YES-EXTD (1-866-937-3983)

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9-10

INDEX

A

Accessories and replacement parts ..... 6-22

Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-18

B

Battery .................................................. 6-30

Brake and clutch fluid levels,

checking ............................................. 6-25

Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-26

Brake and clutch levers,

checking and lubricating..................... 6-28

Brake and shift pedals,

checking and lubricating..................... 6-27

Brake lever ............................................. 3-5

Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-23

Brake pedal ............................................ 3-6

C

Cables, checking and lubricating.......... 6-26

Canister (for California only)................. 6-10

Carburetors, adjustment ....................... 6-19

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

Centerstand and sidestand,

checking and lubricating..................... 6-28

Clutch lever............................................. 3-5

Clutch lever free play............................ 6-23

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

Coolant temperature gauge.................... 3-3

Cowling and panels,

removing and installing......................... 6-8

D

Dimmer switch........................................ 3-4

E

Engine break-in ...................................... 5-4

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

Engine, starting a warm.......................... 5-3

Engine stop switch ..................................3-4

F

Final gear oil..........................................6-13

Front and rear brake pads, checking ....6-24

Front fork, adjusting ..............................3-10

Front fork, checking...............................6-29

Fuel .........................................................3-7

Fuel level warning light............................3-2

Fuel reserve switch .................................3-4

Fuel tank cap...........................................3-6

Fuses, replacing....................................6-33

H

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

Headlight bulb, replacing.......................6-34

Helmet holder........................................3-10

High beam indicator light.........................3-2

Horn switch .............................................3-4

I

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

Ignition circuit cut-off system .................3-14

Indicator and warning lights ....................3-1

K

Key identification number........................9-1

L

Labels, location of ...................................1-5

M

Main switch .............................................3-1

Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4

Maintenance, emission control system ...6-3

Maintenance, periodic .............................6-1

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

Model label..............................................9-2

N

Neutral indicator light ..............................3-1

Noise regulation...................................... 9-4

O

Oil level warning light..............................3-2

P

Parking....................................................5-5

Part locations.......................................... 2-1

Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2

R

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

Rear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-28

Rider seat ...............................................3-9

S

Safety defects, reporting......................... 9-3

Safety information................................... 1-1

Shifting.................................................... 5-3

Shift pedal...............................................3-5

Shock absorber assemblies,

adjusting .............................................3-11

Sidestand..............................................3-13

Spark plugs, checking.............................6-9

Specifications.......................................... 8-1

Speedometer unit ................................... 3-2

Starter (choke) lever ............................... 3-8

Starting and warming up a cold

engine................................................... 5-1

Start switch .............................................3-4

Steering, checking ................................ 6-29

Steering lock........................................... 3-8

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

T

Tachometer............................................. 3-3

Throttle cable free play, adjusting......... 6-19

Throttle grip and cable,

checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27

INDEX

Tires......................................................6-20

Tool kit ....................................................6-1

Troubleshooting ....................................6-39

Troubleshooting charts .........................6-40

Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-1

Turn signal light bulb or

tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-35

Turn signal switch................................... 3-4

V

Valve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-19

V-Boost .................................................3-13

Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1

W

Warranty, extended................................. 9-9

Warranty, limited.....................................9-7

Wheel bearings, checking..................... 6-30

Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-36

Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-37

Wheels ..................................................6-22