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9 Operation check
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place.
2. Hold the motorcycle in an upright
position and apply the front
brake.
3. Push down hard on the handle-
bars several times and check if
the fork rebounds smoothly.
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If any damage or unsmooth move-
ment is found with the front fork,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
EAU00794Steering inspection
Periodically inspect the condition of
the steering. Worn out or loose steer-
ing bearings may be dangerous.
Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the ground.
Hold the lower end of the front forks
and try to move them forward and
backward. If any free play can be felt,
ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and
adjust the steering. Inspection is eas-
ier if the front wheel is removed.
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Securely support the motorcycle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
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EAU01144Wheel bearings
If there is play in the front or rear
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
inspect the wheel bearings.
EAU00800Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type battery. Therefore it is
not necessary to check the elec-
trolyte or fill the battery with distilled
water.
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If the battery seems to have dis-
charged, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
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If the motorcycle is equipped
with optional electrical acces-
sories, the battery tends to dis-
charge more quickly, so be sure
to recharge it periodically.
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Never try to remove the sealing
caps of the battery cells. The bat-
tery will be damaged.
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Battery electrolyte is poisonous
and dangerous, causing severe
burns, etc. It contains sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes
or clothing.
ANTIDOTE:
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EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
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INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow
with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a
physician immediately.
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EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and get prompt med-
ical attention.
Batteries produce explosive
gases. Keep sparks, flame, ciga-
rettes etc., away. Ventilate when
charging or using in an enclosed
space. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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1. Speedometer cable
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It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
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Securely support the motorcy-
cle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Remove the speedometer cable
from the front wheel side.
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1. Pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
2. Loosen the pinch bolt and wheel
axle.
3. Elevate the front wheel by plac-
ing a suitable stand under the
engine.
4. Remove the wheel axle and the
front wheel.
NOTE:
Do not depress the brake lever when
the disc and caliper are separated.
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1. Bulb
3. Install a new bulb by pushing it
inward and turning it clockwise.
4. Install the lens and tighten the
screw.
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3. Install the wheel axle and let the
motorcycle down.
4. Push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check for
proper fork operation.
5. Tighten the wheel axle to the
specified torque.
6. Install the pinch bolt and tighten
it to the specified torque.
7. Install the speedometer cable.Tightening torque:
Wheel axle:
59 Nm (5.9 m0kg)
Pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kg)
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wheel.
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Securely support the motorcy-
cle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
3. Axle nut
EAU01394Front wheel installation
1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub. Make sure
the wheel hub and the
speedometer gear unit are
installed with the projections
meshed into the slots.
2. Lift up the wheel between the
front fork legs and guide the
brake disc between the brake
pads. Make sure the slot in the
speedometer gear unit fits over
the stopper on the front fork
outer tube.
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2. Elevate the rear wheel by placing
a suitable stand under the
engine.
3. Remove the axle nut.
4. Loosen the locknuts and chain
adjusting nuts on each side.
5. Push the wheel forward and
remove the drive chain.
6. While supporting the brake
caliper, pull out the wheel axle.
7. Remove the wheel assembly.
NOTE:
8Do not depress the brake pedal
when the disc and caliper are
separated.
8You do not have to disassemble
the chain in order to remove or
install the rear wheel.
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Rear wheel installation
1. Install the rear brake caliper.
Make sure the slot in the caliper
bracket is fit over the stopper on
the swingarm.
2. Install the rear wheel and chain.
Guide the brake disc between
the brake pads. Make sure there
is enough gap between the
brake pads before inserting the
brake disc.
3. Install the wheel axle and axle
nut, and let the motorcycle down.
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Care
The exposure of its technology
makes a motorcycle charming but
also vulnerable. Although high-quality
components are used, they are not
all rust-resistant. While a rusty
exhaust pipe may remain unnoticed
on a car, it does look unattractive on
a motorcycle. Frequent and proper
care, however, will keep your motor-
cycle looking good, extend its life and
maintain its performance. Moreover,
the warranty states that the vehicle
must be properly taken care of. For
all these reasons, it is recommended
that you observe the following clean-
ing and storing precautions.Before cleaning
1. Cover up the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag.
2. Make sure that all caps and cov-
ers as well as all electrical cou-
plers and connectors, including
the spark plug cap, are tightly
installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
tooth or bottle brush, but never
apply such products onto seals,
gaskets, sprockets, the drive
chain and wheel axles. Always
rinse the dirt and degreaser off
with water.Cleaning
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a neu-
tral detergent and a soft clean
sponge, then rinse with plenty of
clean water. Use a brush for hard-to-
reach parts. Tougher dirt and insects
will come off more easily if the area is
covered with a wet cloth for a few
minutes before cleaning.
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Avoid using strong acidic
wheel cleaners, especially on
spoked wheels. If you do use
such products for hard-to-
remove dirt, do not leave it on
any longer than instructed,
then thoroughly rinse it off
with water, immediately dry
the area and apply a corrosion
protection spray.
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Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent
and water to clean plastic.
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Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abra-
sive cleaning products, sol-
vent or thinner, fuel (gasoline),
rust removers or inhibitors,
brake fluid, antifreeze or elec-
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Do not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
age and deterioration in the
following areas: seals (of
wheel bearings, swingarm
bearings, forks and brakes),
electric components (cou-
plers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
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For motorcycles equipped
with a windshield: Do not use
strong cleaners or hard
sponges as they will cause
dulling or scratching. Some
cleaning compounds for plas-
tic may leave scratches on the
windshield. Test the product
on a small hidden part of the
windshield to make sure they
do not leave any marks. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing com-
pound after washing.After riding in the rain, near the sea
or on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely cor-
rosive 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.
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Do not use warm water since it
increases 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.
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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.
Alternatively, turn the wheels a
little every month in order to pre-
vent 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 informa-
tion, see “Battery storage” in the
chapter “PERIODIC MAINTE-
NANCE AND MINOR
REPAIRS”.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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