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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-24
6
EW000116
WARNING
@ Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns,
etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
ANTIDOTE:l
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
l
INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow with
milk of magnesia, beaten egg,
or vegetable oil. Call a physi-
cian immediately.
l
EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes 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.
@
Battery storage
When the motorcycle is not used for a
month or longer, remove the battery,
fully charge it and store it in a cool, dry
place.
EC000102
CAUTION:@ l
Completely recharge the bat-
tery before storing. Storing a
discharged battery can cause
permanent battery damage.
l
Use a battery charger designed
for a sealed-type (MF) battery.
Using a conventional battery
charger will cause battery dam-
age. If you do not have a sealed-
type battery charger, contact
your Yamaha dealer.
l
Always make sure the connec-
tions are correct when reinstall-
ing the battery.
@
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 21 L
Fuel reserve amount 4.5 L
Carburetor
Type ´ quantity BS36 ´ 4
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug
Manufacturer/Type NGK / DPR8EA-9 or
DENSO / X24EPR-U9
Gap 0.8 ~ 0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.750
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.235
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left foot operation
Gear ratio
1st 2.857
2nd 2.000
3rd 1.571
4th 1.2925th 1.115
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 25° 30¢
Trail 100 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 120/70ZR17 (58W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57F
Dunlop / D207F
Michelin / MACADAM90X
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 180/55ZR17 (73W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57R
Dunlop / D207
Michelin / MACADAM90X
Maximum load* 207 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
90 kg load ~ maximum
load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 5.50
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4Suspension
Front
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm
Shock absorbers
Front Coil-air spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 130 mm
Rear 110 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. generator
Standard output 13.5 V, 28 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 AH
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)