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GEN
INFO
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SPECIAL TOOLS
YM-01326, 90890-01326 T-handle
This tool is used for holding the damper rod holder
when removing or installing the damper rod holder.YM-01326 90890-01326
YM-1369, 90890-01186 Fork seal driver attachment
This tool is used to installing the oil seal.YM-1369 90890-01186
YM-08035, 90890-01311 Valve adjusting tool
This tool is necessary for adjusting valve clearance.YM-08035 90890-01311
YM-33963, 90890-01184 Fork seal driver weight
This tool is used to installing the oil seal.YM-33963 90890-01184
YM-34487
90890-06754Dynamic spark tester
Ignition checker
This instrument is necessary for checking the ignition
system components.YM-34487 90890-06754
YM-33975, 90890-01403 Ring nut wrench
This tool is used when tighten the steering ring nut to
specification.YM-33975 90890-01403
YM-91042, 90890-04086 Clutch holding tool
This tool is used to hold the clutch when removing or
installing the clutch boss securing nut.YM-91042 90890-04086
YS-01880, 90890-01701 Sheave holder
This tool is used for when loosening or tightening the
flywheel magneto securing nut.YS-01880 90890-01701
YU-33270, 90890-01362 Flywheel puller
This tool is used to remove the rotor.YU-33270 90890-01362
Part number Tool name/How to use Illustration
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INSP
ADJ
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
l
When checking the oil level make sure that
the motorcycle is upright.
l
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
WARNING
Never remove the oil tank cap just after
high speed operation. The heated oil could
spurt out causing danger. Wait until the oil
cools down to approximately 70 ˚C (158 ˚F).
2. Idle the engine more than 3 minutes
while keeping the motorcycle upright.
Then stop the engine and inspect the oil
level.
3. Remove:
l
Dipstick
1
4. Inspect:
l
Oil level
Oil level should be between maximum
a
and minimum
b
marks.
Oil level is low
®
Add oil to proper
level.
NOTE:
When inspecting the oil level, do not screw the
oil level gauge into the oil tank.
Insert the gauge lightly.
(For USA and CDN)
CAUTION:
l
Do not add any chemical additives.
Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and
additives could cause clutch slippage.
l
Do not allow foreign material to enter the
crankcase.
Recommended oil:
At –10 ˚C (10 ˚F) or higher
:
Yamalube 4 (10W30) or SAE
10W30 type SE/SF motor oil
At 5 ˚C (40 ˚F) or higher
õ
:
Yamalube 4 (20W40) or SAE
20W40 type SE/SF motor oil
010 30 50 70
90110
130
-20
-10 010
20 30 40
50
õ
˚C˚F
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
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IGNITION SYSTEM
EC620000
IGNITION SYSTEM
EC621001
INSPECTION STEPS
Use the following steps for checking the possibility of the malfunctioning engine being attributable to
ignition system failure and for checking the spark plug which will not spark.
NOTE:
l
Remove the following parts before inspection.
1) Seat
2) Fuel tank
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Use the following special tools in this inspection.
Spark gap testClean or replace
spark plug.
Check entire ignition
system for connection.Repair or replace.
Check “ENGINE STOP”
switch.Replace.
Check ignition coil. Primary coil Replace.
Secondary coilReplace.
Check CDI magneto. Pickup coil Replace.
Source coil Replace.
Replace CDI unit.
Dynamic spark tester:
YM-34487
Ignition checker:
90890-06754
Pocket tester:
YU-03112/90890-03112
No Spark
OK
OK
OK
OK
Spark
No good
No good
No good
No good
No good
No good
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CARBURETOR HEATING SYSTEM
CARBURETOR HEATING SYSTEM
INSPECTION STEPS
Use the following steps for checking the possibility of the malfunctioning carburetor heating system.
NOTE:
lRemove the following parts before inspection.
1) Seat
2) Fuel tank
lUse the following special tools in this inspection.
Check entire carburetor
heating system for connec-
tion.Repair or replace.
Check thermo switch. Replace.
Check carburetor heater. Replace.
Check CDI magneto. Source coil Replace.
Replace rectifier/regulator.
Pocket tester:
YU-03112/90890-03112
OK
OK
OK
No good
No good
No good
No good
OK