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3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/Steering lock ................................................................... 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................... 3-2
Speedometer...................................................................................... 3-3
Antitheft alarm (optional) .................................................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ............................................................................ 3-4
Clutch lever ........................................................................................ 3-5
Shift pedal .......................................................................................... 3-6
Front brake lever................................................................................. 3-6
Rear brake pedal ................................................................................ 3-6
Fuel tank cap...................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel .................................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ............................................................................................ 3-8
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................................................... 3-9
Seats ................................................................................................ 3-10
Helmet holder ................................................................................... 3-11
Storage compartment ...................................................................... 3-11
Rear shock absorber adjustment ..................................................... 3-13
Luggage strap holders ..................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ......................................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check.......................................... 3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
EAU01713
Rear shock absorber
adjustmentThis shock absorber is located under
the rider seat. This shock absorber is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring. Adjust spring preload as fol-
lows.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-10 for removal and installation
procedures.)2. Remove each quick fastener by
pushing the center in with a screw-
driver, then pulling the fastener
out.3. Pull the ignitor unit panel outward
to the right.
1. Quick fastener (´ 3)
1. Ignitor unit panel
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-11
64. Install the air filter on the air filter
case as shown.
5. Install the air filter case cover.
EC000082
CAUTION:@ l
Make sure the air filter is prop-
erly seated in the air filter case.
l
The engine should never be run
without the air filter installed.
Excessive piston and/or cylin-
der wear may result.
@
EAU00630
Carburetor adjustmentThe carburetors are important parts of
the engine and require very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Most adjustments
should be left to a Yamaha dealer who
has the professional knowledge and
experience to do so. However, the idle
speed may be adjusted by the owner
as part of routine maintenance.
EC000095
CAUTION:@ The carburetors were set at the
Yamaha factory after many tests. If
they are changed, poor engine per-
formance and damage may result.
EAU01168
Idle speed adjustmentNOTE:@ A diagnostic tachometer must be used
for this procedure. @1. Attach the tachometer. Start the
engine and warm it up for a few
minutes at approximately 1,000 to
2,000 r/min. Occasionally rev the
engine to 4,000 to 5,000 r/min.
The engine is warm when it quick-
ly responds to the throttle.
1. Air filter
2. Projection
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INDEX
RRear brake pedal ..................................... 3-6
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ...... 6-17
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-13
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)............................. 5-5
Right view................................................ 2-2SSeats ..................................................... 3-10
Shifting .................................................... 5-5
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-6
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check .................................................. 3-16
Sidestand lubrication ............................. 6-21
Spark plugs ............................................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer ........................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) “ ”................................ 3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-4
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-5
Steering inspection ................................ 6-22
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-11TThrottle cable and grip lubrication .......... 6-20
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-12
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-6
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-30
Turn indicator light................................... 3-2
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ........................................ 6-28
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance adjustment .................. 6-12
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings ..................................... 6-23
Wheels .................................................. 6-15
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