1998 YAMAHA TW200 tires

Carburetor adjustment ..................................6-13
Idle speed adjustment ...................................6-13
Throttle cable free play inspection ...............6-14
Cam chain adjustment ...................................6-14
Valve clearance adjustment ..........................6-14
Tires.................................................................6-15
Wheels ............................................................6-17
Clutch lever free play adjustment .................6-18
Front brake lever free play adjustment ........6-18
Rear brake pedal height and free play
adjustment ......................................................6-19
Brake light switch adjustment.......................6-20
Checking the brake shoes..............................6-21
Drive chain slack check ..................................6-21
Drive chain slack adjustment ........................6-22
Drive chain lubrication...................................6-23
Cable inspection and lubrication ..................6-24
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ...............6-24
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ..................6-24
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ................6-25
Sidestand lubrication .....................................6-25
Rear suspension lubrication..........................6-25
Front fork inspection ......................................6-26
Steering inspection ........................................6-26
Wheel bearings ..............................................6-27
Battery .............................................................6-27Fuse replacement ...........................................6-29
Headlight bulb replacement ..........................6-30
Supporting the motorcycle ...........................6-31
Front wheel removal ......................................6-31
Front wheel installation .................................6-32
Rear wheel removal .......................................6-33
Rear wheel installation ..................................6-33
Troubleshooting .............................................6-34
Troubleshooting chart ...................................6-35
CLEANING AND STORAGE ...............................7-1
Cleaning ............................................................7-1
Storage..............................................................7-2
SPECIFICATIONS................................................8-1
How to use the conversion table ....................8-4
CONSUMER INFORMATION .............................9-1
Identification numbers record.........................9-1
Key identification number ...............................9-1
Vehicle identification number .........................9-1
Model label .......................................................9-2
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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9Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to
deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements).
Any damage, fluid leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important
that, in addition to a thorough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
EAU00340PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Brakes9Check operation, condition and free play.
3-5, 6-18 ~ 6-21
9Adjust if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation and free play.
3-4, 6-18
9Adjust if necessary.
9Check for smooth operation.
Throttle grip and housing9Lubricate.6-14, 6-24
9Adjust throttle cable free play if necessary.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
6-8 ~ 6-11
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-21 ~ 6-23
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
6-15 ~ 6-17
9Tighten spokes if necessary.
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation.
6-24
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and clutch lever pivots9Check for smooth operation.
6-25
9Lubricate if necessary.
Sidestand pivot9Check for smooth operation.
6-25
9Lubricate if necessary.
Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened.
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9Tighten if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
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6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial or or
(1,000 km) 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
1 * Fuel line 9Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
2 Spark plug9Check condition.
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9Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
3 * Valves9Check valve clearance.
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9Adjust if necessary.
4 * Cam chain9Check chain tension.
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9Adjust if necessary.
5 Air filter9Clean or replace if necessary.√√
9Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
6 * Battery9Correct or recharge if necessary. √√
9Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
7 Clutch9Check operation.
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9Adjust or replace cable.
8 * Front brake9Check operation.
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9Adjust cable and replace brake shoes if necessary.
9 * Rear brake9Check operation.
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9Adjust cable and replace brake shoes if necessary.
10 * Wheels9Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
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9Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.
9Check tread depth and for damage.
11 * Tires9Replace if necessary.
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9Check air pressure.
9Correct if necessary.
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Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several character-
istics of your motorcycle; 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 motorcy-
cle, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Check the
condition and pressure of your
tires. NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR
MOTORCYCLE. Make sure the
total weight of the cargo, rider,
passenger, and accessories (fair-
ing, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model) does not exceed
the maximum load of the motorcy-
cle. Operation of an overloaded
motorcycle could cause tire dam-
age, an accident, or even injury.
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passen-
ger, and accessories.
Maximum load* 157 kg
Cold tire pressure: Front Rear
125 kPa 150 kPa
Up to 90 kg (1.25 kgf/cm
2, (1.50 kgf/cm2,1.25 bar) 1.50 bar)
90 kg load ~150 kPa 175 kPa
Maximum load*(1.50 kgf/cm
2, (1.75 kgf/cm2,1.50 bar) 1.75 bar)
Off-road riding125 kPa 125 kPa
(1.25 kgf/cm
2, (1.25 kgf/cm2,1.25 bar) 1.25 bar)
High-speed riding150 kPa 175 kPa
(1.50 kgf/cm
2, (1.75 kgf/cm2,
1.50 bar) 1.75 bar)
EAU00668Tires
To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation,
note the following:
1. Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the
tire pressure before operating
the motorcycle.
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Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted
according to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if
approved for this model), and vehi-
cle speed.
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Manufacturer Size Type
BRIDGESTONE 130/80-18 66P TW31
Manufacturer Size Type
BRIDGESTONE
180/80-14M/C 78PTW32
REAR:
Minimum tire tread
depth : 1.0 mm
(front and rear)
FRONT:
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2. Tire inspection
Always check the tires before
operating the motorcycle. If
center tread depth reaches the
limit as shown, if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or
if the side wall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immedi-
ately and have the tire
replaced.
1. Tread depth
2. Side wall
NOTE:
These limits may be different by
regulation from country to country.
If so, conform to the limits speci-
fied by the regulations of your own
country.
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After extensive tests, the tires
mentioned below have been
approved by Yamaha Motor Co.,
Ltd. for this model. No guarantee
for handling characteristics can be
given if tire combinations other
than what is approved are used on
this motorcycle. The front and rear
tires should be of the same manu-
facture and design.
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EAU00685Wheels
To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation,
note the following:
1. Always inspect the wheels
before a ride. Check for cracks,
bends or warpage of the
wheel. Be sure the spokes are
tight and undamaged. If any
abnormal condition exists in a
wheel, consult a Yamaha deal-
er. Do not attempt even small
repairs to the wheel. If a wheel
is deformed or cracked, it must
be replaced.
2. Tires and wheels should be
balanced whenever either one
is changed or replaced. Failure
to have a wheel balanced can
result in poor performance,
adverse handling characteris-
tics, and shortened tire life.3. Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be broken in
for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
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1. It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire
tread begins to show lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately. Brakes,
tires, and related wheel parts
replacement should also be
left to a Yamaha dealer.
2. Patching a punctured tube is
not recommended. If it is
absolutely necessary to do so,
use great care and replace the
tube as soon as possible with
a good quality replacement.
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