1998 YAMAHA T105 transmission

EAB10000Indicator lights
12
1Turn indicator light
2Neutral indicator light
3Top gear indicator light
4High beam indicator light
Description Function
Turn indicator light
“5”:
Neutral indicator
light “N”:
Top gear indicator
light “TOP”:
High beam indica-
tor light “&”:Flashes when the
turn switch is
“ON”.
Lights when the
transmission is in
neutral.
Light when the
transmission is in
top (4th) gear.
Lights when the
headlight high
beam is used.
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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.
16
1Shift pedal N. Neutral1Front brake lever
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EAF00000
OPERATION AND
IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS
EAF18800*Starting and warming up a cold engine
1. Turn the main switch to ON”.
2. Shift transmission into neutral.EUU03000NOTE:
When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light (green) should be
on. If the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it.
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N. Neutral
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Shifting
The transmission lets you control the
amount of power you have available at a
given speed for starting, accelerating,
climbing hills, etc. The use of the shift
pedal is shown in the illustration.
To start out and accelerate
1. Close the throttle completery.cCAlways close the throttle while shifting
gears. Otherwise, damage to the engine
and drive train can result.2. Shift into FIRST gear.
3. Open the throttle gradually.
31
1Shift pedal N. Neutral
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EAK00000
CLEANING AND
STORAGE
EAK01302*A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your mo-
torcycle will not only enhance its appear-
ance but will improve its general perfor-
mance and extend the useful life of many
components.
1. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a
garden hose.EUU34602cCExcessive hose pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bear-
ings, front fork, brakes, transmission seals
and electrical parts.2. After cleaning the motorcycle, dry all
surfaces with a chamois, clean towel,
or soft absorbent cloth.3. Dry the chain and lubricate it to pre-
vent rust.
4. Automotive-type wax may be applied
to all painted and chrome-plated sur-
faces. When finished, start the engine
and let it idle for several minutes.
EAK00700B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of
your motorcycle will require some preven-
tive procedures to guard against deteriora-
tion. After thoroughly cleaning the motor-
cycle, prepare for storage as follows:
1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel lines, and car-
buretor float bowl(s).
2. Remove the empty fuel tank, pour a
cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the tank, shake the tank to coat the
inner surfaces thoroughly and drain
off the excess oil. Reinstall the tank.
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Model
Spark plug:
Type/manufacturer CR7HSA/NGK
Gap 0.6~0.7 mm
Clutch type: Wet, centrifugal, automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 67/18 (3.722)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 37/15 (2.467)
Transmission type Constant mesh 4 speed
Operation Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st 38/12 (3.167)
2nd 33/17 (1.941)
3rd 29/21 (1.381)
4th 23/21 (1.095)
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