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9 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 adjustment ..................3-10
Sidestand ........................................................3-10Sidestand/clutch switch operation check .....3-11
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 ...................................5-3
Shifting..............................................................5-4
Recommended shift point
(for Switzerland only) ......................................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
Panel removal and installation .......................6-6
Panel A ..............................................................6-6
Panel B ..............................................................6-7
Spark plugs .......................................................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................................6-9
Air filter ...........................................................6-12
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DESCRIPTION
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9. Battery (page 6-30)
10. Air filter (page 6-12)
11. Rear brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-21)
12. Oil filter (page 6-9)
13. Tool kit (page 6-1)14. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-10)
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Right view
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EAU00473PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
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)
1 * Fuel line 9Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
2 Spark plugs9Check condition.
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9Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
3 * Valves 9Check valve clearance.
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9Adjust if necessary.
4 Air filter9Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
9Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
5 * Battery9Correct or recharge if necessary.ÖÖ
9Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
6 Clutch9Check operation.
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9Adjust or replace cable.
9Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
7 * Front brake (See NOTE on page 6-5.)
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9Correct accordingly.
9Replace brake pads if necessary.
8 * Rear brake 9Check operation.
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9Adjust brake pedal freeplay and replace brake shoes if necessary.
9 * Wheels 9Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
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9Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.”
9Check tread depth and for damage.
10 * Tires9Replace if necessary.
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9Check air pressure.
9Correct if necessary.
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EAU02970
NOTE:
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake system
8When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid
level regularly and fill as required.
8Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
8Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
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)
9Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
21 Engine oil9Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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Engine oil filter element9Replace.ÖÖ
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2. With the engine stopped,
check the oil level through the
level window located at the
lower part of the right side
crankcase cover.
NOTE:
Wait a few minutes until the oil
level settles before checking.
3. The oil level should be
between maximum level and
minimum level marks. If the
level is low, fill engine with
sufficient oil to raise it to the
specified level.
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Engine oil and oil filter element
replacement
1. Warm up the engine for a few
minutes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil
pan under the engine and
remove the oil filler cap.
1. Oil filler cap
3. Remove the drain plug and
drain the oil.
1. Engine oil drain plug
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97. Install the new oil filter, new O-
ring and the oil filter cover.
Tighten the oil filter cover
bolts to the specified torque.
NOTE:
Make sure the O-ring is seated
properly.
8. Fill the engine with oil. Install
the oil filler cap and tighten it. Tightening torque:
Oil filter cover bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kg)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
4. Remove the oil filter cover
bolts and the oil filter cover.
1. Oil filter cover bolt (´3)
5. Remove the oil filter and O-
ring.
6. Reinstall the drain plug and
tighten it to the specified
torque.
1. Oil filter
2. O-ring
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Tightening torque:
Drain plug:
32 Nm (3.2 m·kg)
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8Do not put in any chemical
additives. Engine oil also lubri-
cates the clutch and additives
could cause clutch slippage.
8Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
9. Start the engine and warm up
for a few minutes. While
warming up, check for oil leak-
age. If oil leakage is found,
stop the engine immediately
and check for the cause.
10. Stop the engine and check the
oil level. Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.7 L
Periodic oil change:
1.4 L
With oil filter replacement:
1.6 L
EAU01174*Air filter
The air filter should be cleaned at
the specified intervals. It should be
cleaned more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
1. Bolt
2. Air filter cover
3. Air filter case
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93. Remove the screws and the air
filter cover.
1. Screw (´2)
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1. Remove the bolts and the air
filter case.
1. Bolt (´2)
2. Remove the hoses from the air
filter case.
1. Hose (´2)
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