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No.
ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
Initialor 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 Air filter9Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
4 Clutch9Check operation.
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9Adjust or replace cable.
9Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)
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5 * Front brake
9Correct accordingly.ÖÖ
9Replace brake pads if necessary.
9Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)
6 * Rear brake
9Correct accordingly.ÖÖÖ
9Replace brake pads if necessary.
7 * Wheels9Check balance, runout and for damage.
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9Rebalance or replace if necessary.
9Check tread depth and for damage.
8 * Tires9Replace if necessary.
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9Check air pressure.
9Correct if necessary.
9 * Wheel bearings9Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
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EVERY
6,000 km 12,000 km
No.
ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
Initialor or
(1,000 km)6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
9Check operation.
20 * Autolube pump9Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9Bleed if necessary.
9Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
21 Transmission oil9Correct accordingly.
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9Change oil at initial 1,000 km and thereafter every
24,000 km or 24 months (whichever comes first).
9Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
22 * Cooling system9Correct if necessary.
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9Change coolant every 24,000 km or 24 months (whichever
comes first).
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.EAU02970
NOTE
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake system
9When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level
regularly and fill as required.
9Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
9Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
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9 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.
1
2
1. Tread depth
2. Side wall
NOTE:
These limits may be different by regu-
lation from country to country. If so,
conform to the limits specified by the
regulations of your own country.
Manufacturer Size Type
BRIDGESTONE 100/90-18 56P TW53
DUNLOP 100/90-18 56P D602F
FRONT
Manufacturer Size Type
BRIDGESTONE 130/80-17 65P TW54
DUNLOP 130/80-17 65P D602
REAR
Minimum tire tread
depth 0.8 mm
(front and rear)
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Operating the motorcycle with
excessively worn tires decrease
riding stability and can lead to loss
of control. Have excessively worn
tires replaced by a Yamaha dealer
immediately. Brakes, tires, and
related wheel parts replacement
should be left to a Yamaha Service
Technician.
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b
a3
EAU00696
Front brake lever free play
adjustment
The free play at the front brake lever
should be 2 ~ 5 mm.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt in direc-
tionato increase free play or in
directionbto decrease free play.
3. After adjusting, tighten the lock-
nut.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
3. Free play
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8 8
Check the brake lever free
play. Be sure the brake is
working properly.
8 8
A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the brake
system. This air must be
removed by bleeding the brake
system before the motorcycle
is operated. Air in the system
will cause greatly diminished
braking capability and can
result in loss of control and an
accident. Have a Yamaha
dealer inspect and bleed the
system if necessary.
a
1
EAU00712
Rear brake pedal height
adjustment
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned 23 mm below the top of
the footrest. If not, ask a Yamaha
dealer to adjust it.
1. Footrest
a. Pedal height
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A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake pedal can indicate the pres-
ence of air in the brake system.
This air must be removed by
bleeding the brake system before
the motorcycle is operated. Air in
the system will cause greatly
diminished braking capability and
can result in loss of control and an
accident. Have a Yamaha dealer
inspect and bleed the system if
necessary.
EAU00713
Brake light switch
adjustment
The rear brake light switch is activat-
ed by the brake pedal and is properly
adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect.
To adjust the rear brake light switch,
hold the switch body so it does not
rotate while turning the adjusting nut.
Turn the adjusting nut in direction a
to make the brake light come on earli-
er.
Turn the adjusting nut in direction b
to make the brake light come on
later.
ba
1
2
1. Brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
EAU00721
Checking the front and rear
brake pads
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Front brake
A wear indicator groove is provided
on each brake pad. This indicator
allows checking of brake pad wear
without disassembling the brake.
Inspect the groove. If the groove has
almost disappeared, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace the pads.
1
1. Wear indicator grooveFRONT
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1
1. Wear limit: 0.8 mmREAR
EAU00733
Inspecting the brake fluid
level
Insufficient brake fluid may let air
enter the brake system, possibly
causing the brakes to become inef-
fective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level and
replenish when necessary.
Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure the top of the master
cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.
1
1. Minimum level markFRONT
1
1. Minimum level mark
8Use only the designated quality
brake fluid. Otherwise, the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor brake per-
formance.
NOTE:
If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can
be used for the front brake only.
REAR
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
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Rear brake
Inspect the pads through the window
as shown.
If the thickness is less than the speci-
fied value, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the pads.
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98Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor brake performance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8Have a Yamaha dealer check
the cause if the brake fluid level
goes down.
EAU00742Brake fluid replacement
The brake fluid should be replaced
only by trained Yamaha service per-
sonnel. Have the Yamaha dealer
replace the following components
during periodic maintenance or when
they are damaged or leaking:
8oil seals (every two years)
8brake hoses (every four years)
EAU00744Drive chain slack check
NOTE:
Spin the wheel several times and find
the tightest position of the chain.
Check and/or adjust the chain slack
while it’s in this tightest position.
a
a. Chain slack
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EAU00774
Autolube pump adjustment
The autolube pump is a vital part of
the engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustment.
Adjusting should be left to a Yamaha
dealer who has the professional
knowledge and experience to do so.
EAU02984
Brake and shift pedal
lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU02985
Brake and clutch lever
lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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