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Rear wheel removal
EW000122
WARNING
@ l
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
l
Securely support the motor-
cycle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
@1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Remove the cotter pin and nut.
Then remove the brake torque rod
bolt from the brake shoe plate.
3. Remove the brake adjusting nut
and brake rod from the brake cam
lever.4. Loosen the chain adjusting plates
on each side.
5. Remove the axle nut.
6. Pull out the rear axle.
7. Push the wheel forward and re-
move the drive chain.
8. Remove the wheel assembly.
1. Adjusting nut
2. Brake rod
3. Brake torque rod
4. Cotter pin
1. Axle nut
2. Chain adjusting plate
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Rear wheel installation1. Install the rear wheel and the axle.
2. Install the axle nut and let the
motorcycle down.
3. Insert the brake rod into the brake
cam lever and install the brake
pedal free play adjusting nut.
4. Install the brake torque rod bolt
and tighten to the specified tight-
ening torque. Then install a new
cotter pin.
5. Adjust the drive chain free play.
(See page 6-22.)
6. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied tightening torque.7. Adjust the rear brake pedal height
and free play. (See page 6-17.)
EW000103
WARNING
@ Check the operation of the brake
light after adjusting the rear brake. @
EAU01008
TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a rigid inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression,
or ignition systems can cause poor
starting and loss of power. The trouble-
shooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any repair,
bring it to a Yamaha dealer. The skilled
technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your motor-
cycle. Use only genuine Yamaha parts
on your motorcycle. Imitation parts may
look like Yamaha parts, but they are of-
ten inferior. Consequently, they have a
shorter service life and can lead to ex-
pensive repair bills. Specified torque:
Brake torque rod bolt:
25 Nm (2.5 m·kg)
Specified torque:
Axle nut:
65 Nm (6.5 m·kg)
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Troubleshooting chart
EW000125
WARNING
@ Never check the fuel system while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. @
Check if there is fuel in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
Enough fuel.
No fuel.
Go to compression check.
Supply fuel.
Engine doesn’t start, go to compression check.
Use the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
No compression.
Go to ignition check.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
Remove spark plug and
check electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet.
Dry.
Wipe clean with dry cloth and correct
spark gap or replace spark plug.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
Engine doesn’t start, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect.Engine doesn’t start, go to battery
check.Open throttle half-way and start
the engine.
Use the electric starter.4. Battery
Engine turns over
quickly.
Engine turns over
slowly.
Battery good.Check fluid, recharge,
check connections.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7 After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely corro-
sive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed in the
winter may remain on the roads well
into spring.)
1. Clean your motorcycle with cold
water and soap after the engine
has cooled down.
ECA00012
CAUTION:@ Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the
salt. @2. Be sure to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces
to prevent corrosion.After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing it or covering it.
EWA00001
WARNING
@ Make sure that there is no oil or wax
on the brakes and tires. If neces-
sary, clean the brake discs and lin-
ings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild soap.
Then, carefully test the motorcycle
for its braking performance and cor-
nering behavior. @
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7-5
7 a. Remove the spark plug cap and
spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the
spark plug and place the spark
plug on the cylinder head so that
the electrodes are grounded. (This
will limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from
the spark plug, install the spark
plug and then the spark plug cap.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ When turning the engine over, be
sure to ground the spark plug elec-
trodes to prevent damage or injury
from sparking. @
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0 °C or more than
30 °C). For more information, see
“Battery storage” in the chapter
“PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:@ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. @
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