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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-8
6
EAU01093*
Engine oilOil level inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand. Warm up the engine for
several minutes.NOTE:@ Be sure the motorcycle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt toward the side can result in
false readings. @
2. With the engine stopped, check
the oil level through the level win-
dow located at the lower part of
the right side crankcase cover.NOTE:@ Wait a few minutes until the oil level
settles before checking. @3. The oil level should be between
the maximum level and minimum
level marks. If the level is low, fill
the engine with sufficient oil to
raise it to the specified level.Engine oil replacement and oil filter
element cleaning
1. Warm up the engine for a few min-
utes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil pan
under the engine and remove the
oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain
the oil.
EC000070*
CAUTION:@ When removing the oil drain bolt,
the O-ring, compression spring, and
oil strainer will fall out. Take care not
to lose these parts. @
1. Oil level window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil drain bolt A
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6 4. Remove the filter cover screws,
drain bolt and the oil filter cover
and oil filter.
5. Clean the oil filter and strainer with
solvent. Replace if necessary.
6. Check the O-rings. If damaged, re-
place it.
7. Install the drain bolt, filter cover
screws and drain bolt. Then tight-
en to the specified torque.
NOTE:@ Make sure the O-ring is seated proper-
ly. @
EC000071*
CAUTION:@ Before reinstalling the oil drain bolt,
do not forget to install the O-ring,
compression spring, and oil strainer
in position. @8. Fill engine with oil. Install the oil fill-
er cap and tighten.
EC000066
CAUTION:@ l
Do not put in any chemical addi-
tives. Engine oil also lubricates
the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
l
Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
@9. Start the engine and warm up for a
few minutes. While warming up,
check for oil leakage. If oil leakage
is found, stop the engine immedi-
ately and check for the cause.
10. Stop the engine and check the oil
level.
1. Filter cover screw (´ 2)
2. Engine oil drain bolt B
Tightening torque:
Drain bolt A:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kg)
Filter cover screw:
7 Nm (0.7 m·kg)
Drain bolt B:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kg)
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.3 L
Periodic oil change:
1.0 L
With oil filter replacement:
1.1 L
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
ECA00013
CAUTION:@ l
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and wipe off any excess.
l
Never apply oil or wax on rub-
ber and plastic parts, but treat
them with a suitable care prod-
uct.
l
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they wear away
the paint.
@NOTE:@ Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use. @
StorageShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
ECA00014
CAUTION:@ l
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp while it is still
wet will allow water and humidi-
ty to seep in and cause rust.
l
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
@
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for
several months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
3. Only for motorcycles equipped
with a fuel cock which has an
“OFF” position: Turn the fuel cock
to “OFF”.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
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