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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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9Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle/scooter’s vital functions can start to
deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any dam-
age, fluid leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition
to a thorough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
EAU00340PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
3-8~3-9, 6-21 ~ 6-24
Rear brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation, condition and free play.
3-8, 6-20 ~ 6-21
9Adjust if necessary.
9Check for smooth operation.
Throttle grip and housing9Lubricate.6-17 ~ 6-18, 6-27
9Adjust throttle cable free play if necessary.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
3-12
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Transmission oil9Check oil level.
6-9 ~ 6-10
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Coolant9Check coolant level.
6-10 ~ 6-11
9Fill with coolant if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-25 ~ 6-26
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage. 6-18 ~ 6-20
Control and meter cable9Check for smooth operation.
6-27
9Lubricate if necessary.
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Tool kit ...................................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ....................6-3
Cowling and panel removal and installation...........6-6
Cowling A, B ..........................................................6-7
Panel A ..................................................................6-7
Spark plug inspection.............................................6-8
Transmission oil .....................................................6-9
Cooling system ....................................................6-10
Changing the coolant ...........................................6-11
Air filter .................................................................6-13
Carburetor adjustment .........................................6-15
Idle speed adjustment ..........................................6-15
Throttle cable free play adjustment ......................6-16
Tires .....................................................................6-17
Wheels .................................................................6-19
Clutch lever free play adjustment.........................6-19
Front brake lever free play adjustment ................6-20
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ....................6-20
Brake light switch adjustment ..............................6-21
Checking the front and rear brake pads...............6-21
Inspecting the brake fluid level.............................6-22
Brake fluid replacement .......................................6-23
Drive chain slack check .......................................6-23
Drive chain slack adjustment ...............................6-24Drive chain lubrication............................................6-25
Cable inspection and lubrication ............................6-25
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ..........................6-26
Autolube pump adjustment ....................................6-26
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............................6-26
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ..........................6-27
Sidestand lubrication..............................................6-27
Rear suspension lubrication...................................6-27
Front fork inspection ..............................................6-28
Steering inspection ................................................6-28
Wheel bearings ......................................................6-29
Battery....................................................................6-29
Fuse replacement ..................................................6-30
Headlight bulb replacement ...................................6-31
Taillight bulb replacement ......................................6-32
Turn signal light bulb replacement .........................6-32
Front wheel removal ..............................................6-33
Front wheel installation ..........................................6-34
Rear wheel removal ...............................................6-34
Rear wheel installation ...........................................6-35
Troubleshooting .....................................................6-36
Troubleshooting chart ............................................6-37
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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)
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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EAU00473
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 swingarm pivoting point for play.
10 * Swingarm9Correct if necessary.
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9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every
24,000 km or 24 months (whichever comes first).
9Check chain slack.
11 Drive chain9
Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.Every 1,000 km and after washing
9Clean and lubricate.the motorcycle or riding in the rain
9Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
12 * Steering bearings9Correct accordingly.
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9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
13 * Chassis fasteners9
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖ9Tighten if necessary.
14 Sidestand9Check operation.
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9Lubricate and repair if necessary.
15 * Sidestand switch9Check operation.
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9Replace if necessary.
16 * Front fork9Check operation and for oil leakage.
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9Correct accordingly.
17 *Rear shock absorber9Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
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assembly9Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
Rear shock absorber9Check operation.
18 * assembly pivoting9Lubricate with lithium grease every 24,000 km ÖÖ
pointsor 24 months (whichever comes first).
19 * Carburetor9Check engine idling speed and starter operation.
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9Adjust if necessary.
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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.
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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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EAU00687Wheels
To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
8Always inspect the wheels
before a ride. Check for cracks,
bends, or warpage of the wheels.
If any abnormal condition exists
in a wheel, consult a Yamaha
dealer. Do not attempt even
small repairs to the wheel. If a
wheel is deformed or cracked, it
must be replaced.
8Tires and wheels should be bal-
anced whenever either one is
changed or replaced. Failure to
have a wheel balanced can
result in poor performance,
adverse handling characteristics,
and shortened tire life.
8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be broken in for it
to develop its optimal character-
istics.
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EAU00694
Clutch lever free play
adjustment
The clutch lever free play should be
adjusted to 10 ~ 15 mm.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in directionato
increase free play or in direction b
to decrease free play.
3. Tighten the locknut at the clutch
lever.
If the specified free play cannot
be obtained, proceed with the
following steps.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
3. Free play
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4. Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
5. Turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in directionato
loosen the cable.
6. Loosen the locknut at the
crankcase side.
7. Turn the adjusting nut at the
crankcase in directionato
increase free play or in direction b
to decrease free play.
8. Tighten the locknut at the
crankcase and the clutch lever.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
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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.
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a. Chain slack
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9 To check the chain slack the motor-
cycle must be held straight up with
both wheels on the ground and with-
out rider. Check the slack at the posi-
tion shown in the illustration. Normal
slack is approximately 25 ~ 40 mm. If
the slack exceeds 40 mm, adjust.
EAU00762Drive chain slack adjustment
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Loosen the locknuts on each
side. To tighten the chain, turn
the chain adjusting nuts in direc-
tiona. To loosen the chain, turn
the adjusting nuts in directionb
and push the wheel forward.
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1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
3. Axle nut
4. Alignment marks
Turn each adjusting nut exactly
the same amount to maintain
correct axle alignment. There are
marks on each side of the
swingarm. Use these marks to
align the rear wheel.
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Too little chain slack will overload
the engine and other vital parts.
Keep the slack within the specified
limits.
3. After adjusting, tighten the lock-
nuts. Then tighten the axle nut to
the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
104 Nm (10.4 m0kg)
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