PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EW000116
WARNING
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
_To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used
for more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
EC000102
CAUTION:_ l
Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
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To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery. If you do not have ac-
cess to a sealed-type (MF) bat-
tery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Maximum load* 180 kg
Tire air pressure (measured
on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm2, 2.00 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Fron t
Type Spoke wheel
Size 18 ´ 1.60
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 15 M/C ´ MT 3.00
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 100 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 23 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model GT6B-3
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 6 Ah
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
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