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NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and
locked.
EWA00025
wMake sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding.
2
1
1.Filler tube
2.Fuel level
EAU03753
Fuel(except for Switzerland and
Austria)
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
1
3 5 42
1.Pump nozzle
2.Fuel tank filler hole
3.Filler tube
4.Fuel level
5.Leaf valve
EAU03754
Fuel(for Switzerland and Austria)
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. When refueling, be sure
to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole and to fill the tank to
the bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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EW000130
w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
EAU00185
cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
EAU00191
NOTE:
If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade.
EAU01084
Catalytic converter(for Switzerland and Austria)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter in the exhaust
chamber.
EW000128
wThe exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
11.0 L
Reserve amount:
2.2 L
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EC000114
cCThe following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard
or other damages.
8Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
8Never park the motorcycle
near possible fire hazards
such as grass or other materi-
als that easily burn.
8Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
EAU03750
2-stroke engine oilMake sure that there is sufficient oil in
the 2-stroke engine oil tank. Add the
recommended 2-stroke engine oil if
necessary.NOTE:
Make sure that the 2-stroke engine
oil tank cap is properly installed.
1
1.2-stroke engine oil tank cap
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 2 or equivalent
2-stroke engine oil (JASO
grade ÒFCÓ, or ISO grades
ÒEG-CÓ or ÒEG-DÓ)
Oil quantity:
1.2 L
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ON
1
1.Arrow mark positioned over ÒONÓ
EAU03050
Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to
this position when the engine is not
running.ON
With the lever in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetor. Normal riding
is done with the lever in this position.
1
OFF
1.Arrow mark positioned over ÒOFFÓOFF: closed position
ON: normal position
RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to ÒONÓ after refueling!
1
RES
1.Arrow mark positioned over ÒRESÓRES: reserve position
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EAU01619
SeatTo remove the seat
1.Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it clockwise.
2.Pull the seat off.a.Unlock.
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9To install the seat
1.Insert the projection on the front
of the seat into the seat holder
as shown.
2.Push the rear of the seat down to
lock it in place.
3.Turn the key counterclockwise,
and then remove it.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
1
2
1.Projection
2.Seat holder
1
a
b
EAU02976
Starter (choke) lever Ò
1Ó
Starting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).1.Starter (choke) lever Ò1Ó
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YPVSThis model is equipped with the
YPVS (Yamaha Power Valve
System). This system boosts engine
performance and efficiency by means
of a variable valve in the exhaust
port. The YPVS valve is constantly
adjusted in accordance with the
engine speed by a computer-con-
trolled servomotor.
Since the YPVS is an important part
of the engine and requires very
sophisticated adjustment, have a
Yamaha dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and
experience, make this adjustment.
EC000023
cCThe YPVS has been set and exten-
sively tested at the Yamaha facto-
ry. Changing these settings with-
out sufficient technical knowledge
may result in poor performance of
or damage to the engine.
YPVS operation noises can be heard
in the following instances:
8When the key is turned to ÒONÓ
and the engine is started.
8When the engine stalls with the
key in the ÒONÓ position.
EC000024
cCIf the YPVS does not operate, have
a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU00330
SidestandThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the side-
stand or lower it with your foot while
holding the motorcycle upright.NOTE:
The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situ-
ations. (See further down for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
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Ignition circuit cut-off
systemThe ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch,
clutch switch and neutral switch) has
the following functions.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is up, but the clutch
lever is not pulled.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
clutch lever is pulled, but the
sidestand is still down.
8It cuts the running engine when
the transmission is in gear and
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system
according to the following procedure.
EW000045
wIf a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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EW000044
wThe motorcycle must not be ridden
with the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand cannot be properly
moved up (or does not stay up),
otherwise the sidestand could con-
tact the ground and distract the
operator, resulting in a possible
loss of control. Yamaha’s ignition
circuit cut-off system has been
designed to assist the operator in
fulfilling the responsibility of rais-
ing the sidestand before starting
off. Therefore, check this system
regularly as described below and
have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it
does not function properly.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to Ò
#Ó.
3. Turn the key to ÒONÓ.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYESNO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YESNO
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