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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
@ l
Before riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
l
Never start your engine or let it
run for any length of time in a
closed area. The exhaust fumes
are poisonous and can cause
loss of consciousness and
death within a short time. Al-
ways operate your motorcycle
in an area with adequate ventila-
tion.
l
Before starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up. Failure
to retract the sidestand com-
pletely can result in a serious
accident when you try to turn a
corner.
@
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Starting the engineNOTE:@ This motorcycle is equipped with an ig-
nition circuit cut-off system. The engine
can be started only under one of the
following conditions:l
The transmission is in neutral.
l
The sidestand is up, the transmis-
sion is in gear and the clutch is dis-
engaged.
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
@
EW000054
WARNING
@ Before going through the following
steps, check the function of the sid-
estand switch and clutch switch.
(Refer to page 3-10.) @
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CF-31E
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO "ON" AND THE
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “ ”.
IF THE TRANSMISSION IS IN NEUTRAL AND THE
SIDESTAND IS DOWN,PUSH START SWITCH.
THE ENGINE WILL START.RETRACT THE SIDESTAND AND PUT THE
TRANSMISSION IN GEAR.
IF THE TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND THE
SIDESTAND IS UP,PULL IN THE CLUTCH LEVER AND PUSH THE
START SWITCH. THE ENGINE WILL START.
THE MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
THE MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
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5-3
5 1. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
NOTE:@ When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it. @4. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:@ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @
6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) to the halfway posi-
tion.NOTE:@ For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard with a cold engine! @7. After warming up the engine, turn
off the starter (choke) completely.NOTE:@ The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off. @
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Starting a warm engineThe starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
EC000046
CAUTION:@ See the “Engine break-in” section
prior to operating the motorcycle for
the first time. @
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ShiftingThe 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 shift into neutral, depress the shift
pedal repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, then raise the pedal
slightly.
EC000048
CAUTION:@ l
Do not coast for long periods
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle a long dis-
tance. Even with gears in neu-
tral, the transmission is only
properly lubricated when the
engine is running. Inadequate
lubrication may damage the
transmission.
l
Always use the clutch when
changing gears. The engine,
transmission, and driveline are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting and can
be damaged by shifting without
using the clutch.
@
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)The recommended shift points are
shown in the table below.CF-25ENOTE:@ When shifting two gears down from 4th
to 2nd, bring your motorcycle to a
speed of 35 km/h. @
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral
Acceleration shift point
(km/h)
1st®2nd
2nd®3rd
3rd®4th
4th®5th23
36
50
60
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumptionYour motorcycle’s fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can help
reduce fuel consumption:l
Warm up the engine before riding.
l
Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
l
Shift up swiftly and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
l
Do not double-clutch or rev the en-
gine while shifting down and avoid
high engine speeds with no load
on the engine.
l
Turn off the engine instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or railroad crossings.
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Engine break-inThere is never a more important period
in the life of your motorcycle than the
period between zero and 1,000 km. For
this reason we ask that you carefully
read the following material. Because
the engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full throttle oper-
ation, or any condition which might re-
sult in excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
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0 ~ 150 km
Avoid operation above 1/3 throttle.
Stop the engine and let it cool for 5 to
10 minutes after every hour of opera-
tion. Vary the speed of the motorcycle
from time to time. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
150 ~ 500 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
1/2 throttle.
500 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
3/4 throttle.
EC000050
CAUTION:@ After 1,000 km of operation, be sure
to replace the engine oil. @
1,000 km and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation.
Vary speed occasionally.
EC000049
CAUTION:@ If any engine trouble should occur
during the break-in period, consult a
Yamaha dealer immediately. @
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ParkingWhen parking the motorcycle, stop the
engine and remove the ignition key.
Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” whenever
stopping the engine.
EW000058
WARNING
@ The exhaust system is hot. Park the
motorcycle in a place where pedes-
trians or children are not likely to
touch the motorcycle. Do not park
the motorcycle on a slope or soft
ground; the motorcycle may over-
turn. @
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6-PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Periodic inspection, adjustment and lu-
brication will keep your motorcycle in
the safest and most efficient condition
possible. Safety is an obligation of the
motorcycle owner. The maintenance
and lubrication schedule chart should
be considered strictly as a guide to
general maintenance and lubrication
intervals. YOU MUST TAKE INTO
CONSIDERATION THAT WEATHER,
TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCA-
TIONS, AND A VARIETY OF INDIVID-
UAL USES ALL TEND TO DEMAND
THAT EACH OWNER ALTER THIS
TIME SCHEDULE TO SHORTER IN-
TERVALS TO MATCH THE ENVI-
RONMENT. The most important points
of motorcycle inspection, adjustment,
and lubrication are explained in the fol-
lowing pages.
EW000060
WARNING
@ If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle service, this work should be
done by a Yamaha dealer. @
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Tool kitThe tool kit is located behind panel A.
(See page 6-5 for panel removal and
installation procedures.) The tools pro-
vided in the owner’s tool kit are to as-
sist you in the performance of periodic
maintenance. However, some other
tools such as a torque wrench are also
necessary to perform the maintenance
correctly.
The service information included in this
manual is intended to provide you, the
owner, with the necessary information
for completing some of your own pre-
ventive maintenance and minor re-
pairs.
NOTE:@ If you do not have necessary tools re-
quired during a service operation, take
your motorcycle to a Yamaha dealer for
service. @
EW000063
WARNING
@ Modifications to this motorcycle not
approved by Yamaha may cause
loss of performance, and render it
unsafe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any chang-
es. @
1. Tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:_ l
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead.
l
From 30,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6,000 km.
l
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
_CP-03ENO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
1
*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
2 Spark plug• Check condition.
• Clean and regap.ÖÖ
•Replace.ÖÖ
3*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.ÖÖÖÖ
4*Timing chain• Check chain tension.
• Adjust.ÖÖÖÖ
5 Air filter element• Clean.ÖÖ
•Replace.ÖÖ
6*Battery• Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
• Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
7Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust.ÖÖÖÖÖ
8*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
9*Rear brake• Check operation and adjust brake pedal free play.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
• Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
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