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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EW000083
wProper 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 even-
ly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your
load, and check the condition and
pressure of your tires. NEVER
OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
Make sure the total weight of the
cargo, rider, passenger, and
accessories (fairing, saddlebags,
etc. if approved for this model)
does not exceed the maximum
load of the motorcycle. Operation
of an overloaded motorcycle could
cause tire damage, an accident, or
even injury.
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operat-
ing 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,
contact a Yamaha dealer immediate-
ly and have the tire replaced.
EW000078
wAfter 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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1.Tread depth
2.Side wall
ManufacturerSizeType
BRIDGESTONE2.75-21 45PTW25FRONTManufacturerSizeType
BRIDGESTONE4.10-18 59PTW44REAR
Minimum tire tread
1.6 mm
depth (front and rear)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Carburetor
Type ´ quantityTM28SS ´ 1
ManufacturerMIKUNI
Spark plug
Manufacturer / typeNGK / BR9ES
NGK / BR8ES (CH, A only)
Spark plug gap0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction systemHelical gear
Primary reduction ratio71/22 (3.227)
Secondary reduction systemChain drive
Secondary reduction ratio57/16 (3.563)
Transmission typeConstant mesh 6-speed
OperationLeft foot operation
Gear ratio1st2.833
2nd1.875
3rd1.412
4th1.143
5th0.957
6th0.818Chassis
Frame typeSemi double cradle
Caster angle27¡30Õ
Trail113 mm
Tire
TypeWith tube
Front
Size2.75-21 45P
Manufacturer/BRIDGESTONE / TW25
model
Rear
Size4.10-18 59P
Manufacturer/BRIDGESTONE / TW44
model
Maximum load*180 kg
178 kg (CH, A only)
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm
2, 1.25 bar)
Rear150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
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