1998 YAMAHA T105 Owners Manual

EAB80001Shift pedal
This motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 4-speed transmission. The shift
pedal is located on the left side of the en-
gine.EAB90001Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the right
handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to
apply the front brake.
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1Shift pedal N. Neutral1Front brake lever
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EAB90101Rear brake pedal
The rear brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. Press down on the brake
pedal to apply the rear brake.EAC01300*Fuel tank cap
To add fuel, open the seat. Then remove
the fuel tank cap by turning it counterclock-
wise.
(See page 20 to open the seat.)
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1Rear brake pedal1Fuel tank cap
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EAC20100Starter lever 1
The starter lever is located on the left han-
dlebar. Starting a cold engine requires a
richer fuel mixture. In such a case, turn the
starter lever to the left. After the engine is
warm, turn the lever to its original position.EAC60700Kick starter
Rotate the kick starter away from the en-
gine. Push the starter down lightly with
your foot until the gears engage, then kick
smoothly and forcefully to start the engine.
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1Starter lever1Kick starter
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EAC30401Steering lock
The steering is locked when the main
switch is turned to “LOCK”. To lock the
steering, turn the handlebars all the way to
the left. With the key at “OFF”, push it into
the main switch and release it, turn it coun-
terclockwise to “LOCK”, and remove it. To
release the lock, turn the key to “OFF”.
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1Push2Release3Turn
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EAC42301Seat
To open the seat:
1. Insert the key in the lock and turn it as
shown.
2. Lift the end of the seat up to open.
To lock the seat:
1. Replace the seat in the original posi-
tion.
2. Slightly push the end of the seat down
to lock.EUU01700NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.
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EAC50001Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the key in
the lock and turn it as shown. To lock the
helmet holder, replace the holder in its
original position.EUU72900wNever ride with a helmet in the helmet
holder. The helmet may hit objects, caus-
ing loss of control and possibly an acci-
dent.Side cover removal
Remove the screw. Then remove the side
cover by pulling outward as shown.
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1Helmet holder1Screw
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this motorcycle, check the following points:
Item Routine Page
Fuel9Check fuel level/top up as required. 24
Engine oil9Check oil level/add oil as required. 25, 41~43
9Check operation, condition and free play. Adjust if necessary.
BrakeMake sure the brankes are working properly by checking at 50~52
low speed shortly.
Throttle grip/Housing9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate/Adjust if necessary.—
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition. Adjust if necessary. 53~56
Wheels/Tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness. 26~27
Control/Meter cable9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary.—
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Brake lever pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Center and sidestand pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Fittings/fasteners9Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
—
9Tighten/Adjust, if necessary.
Lights and signals9Check for proper operation.—
Switches9Check for proper operation.—
Battery9Check fluid level, top-up with distilled water if necessary. 59~61
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NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection
can be thoroughly accomplished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is
more than worth the time involved.wIf any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and re-
paired before operating the motorcycle.
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