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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION .....................................................2-1
Left view............................................................2-1
Right view .........................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments .......................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................................3-1
Main switch ......................................................3-1
Indicator lights..................................................3-1
Speedometer ....................................................3-2
Handlebar switches..........................................3-2
Clutch lever .......................................................3-4
Shift pedal.........................................................3-4
Front brake lever ..............................................3-4
Rear brake pedal ..............................................3-5
Fuel tank cap.....................................................3-5
Fuel ....................................................................3-6
Fuel cock ...........................................................3-7
Starter (choke) “1” .........................................3-8
Steering lock .....................................................3-8
Seat ...................................................................3-9
Helmet holder ...................................................3-9
Rear shock absorber ......................................3-10
Rear carrier .....................................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ...................................3-10Sidestand ........................................................3-11
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check .....3-12
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.................................4-1
Pre-operation check list ...................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine ..........................................5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................5-4
Shifting..............................................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...............5-5
Engine break-in ................................................5-5
Parking ..............................................................5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ................................................................6-1
Tool kit ..............................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication............6-3
Cowling and panel removal and
installation ........................................................6-6
Panel A ..............................................................6-6
Panel B ..............................................................6-7
Cowling C..........................................................6-8
Spark plug.........................................................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................................6-9
Air filter ...........................................................6-121
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU01343Rear shock absorberEAU00315
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This shock absorber contains high-
ly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read
and understand the following
information before handling the
shock absorber. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
property damage or personal
injury that may result from
improper handling.
8Do not tamper with or
attempt to open the cylinder
assembly.
8Do not subject the shock
absorber to an open flame or
other high heat source. This
may cause the unit to explode
due to excessive gas pressure.
8Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
8Take your shock absorber to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
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Do not exceed the load limit of
3 kg.
1. Rear carrier
EAU01493Luggage strap holders
There are four luggage strap hold-
ers below the rear carrier.
1. Luggage strap (´4)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Every Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
11 * Wheel bearings9Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
9Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
12 * Swingarm9Correct if necessary. ÖÖ
9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease.
9Check chain slack.
Every 500 km and after washing
13 Drive chain9
Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.the motorcycle or riding in the rain9Clean and lubricate.
9Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
14 * Steering bearings9Correct accordingly.
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9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
15 * Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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9Tighten if necessary.
16 Sidestand9Check operation.
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9Lubricate and repair if necessary.
17 * Sidestand switch9Check operation.
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9Replace if necessary.
18 * Front fork9Check operation and for oil leakage.
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9Correct accordingly.
19 *Rear shock absorber 9Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
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assembly9Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
Rear shock absorber 9Check operation.
20 assembly pivoting 9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or ÖÖ
points24 months (whichever comes first).
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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8Operating 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 replace-
ment should be left to a
Yamaha Service Technician.
8Patching a punctured tube is
not recommended. If it is
absolutely necessary to do so,
use great care and replace the
tube as soon as possible with
a good quality replacement.
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Wheels
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
wheel. Be sure the spokes are
tight and undamaged. If any
abnormal condition exists in a
wheel, consult a Yamaha deal-
er. 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
balanced whenever either one
is changed or replaced. Failure
to have a wheel balanced can
result in poor performance,
adverse handling characteris-
tics, and shortened tire life.8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be broken in
for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a
chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive
chain and lubricate it to pre-
vent it from rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the
exhaust system. (Even the
thermally induced discoloring
of stainless-steel exhaust sys-
tems can be removed through
polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is rec-
ommended to apply a corro-
sion protection spray on all
(even chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed) metal surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal
cleaner to remove any remain-
ing dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.8. Let the motorcycle dry com-
pletely before storing it or cov-
ering it.
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Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes and tires. If nec-
essary, clean the brake discs and
linings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild
soap. Then, carefully test the
motorcycle for its braking perfor-
mance and cornering behavior.
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8Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and wipe off any excess.
8Never apply oil or wax on rub-
ber and plastic parts, but treat
them with a suitable care
product.
8Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they wear
away the paint.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Front150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
80 kg load ~ Maximum
load*
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150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm2, 1.75 bar)
Off-road riding
Front
125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm2, 1.25 bar)
*Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 2.50 ´18
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 14M/C ´MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (Monocross
suspension)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 160 mm
Rear 150 mm
Electrical
Ignition system C.D.I.
Charging system
Type C.D.I. magneto
Standard output 12 V, 11 A @ 5,000 rpm
Battery
Type GM7CZ-3D
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 7 AH
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