
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-14
7 8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
EC000072
CAUTION:@ l
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives with
the oil or use oils of a higher
grade than “CD”. In addition, do
not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.
l
Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
@9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.NOTE:@ After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient. @
EC000067
CAUTION:@ If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle. @10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. Recommended engine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.5 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.7 L
Total amount (dry engine):
4.3 L
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-15
7
EAU01220
Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal-
er check and repair the motorcycle. In
addition, have a Yamaha dealer
change the final gear oil at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU03974
Checking the coolant level The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition,
the coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 7-9
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)NOTE:_ l
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
l
Make sure that the motorcycle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A slight
tilt to the side can result in a false
reading.
_
3. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:_ The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks. _
1. Final gear oil filler bolt
2. Final gear oil drain bolt
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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11-INDEXAAir filter elements, cleaning .................... 7-17
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-8
Audio settings (basic) ...............................4-5
Audio settings (modes) ............................4-5
Audio system parts, location of................4-1
Auxiliary audio source ............................ 4-18
Auxiliary DC jack and terminals.............. 3-24BBattery ................................................... 7-32
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking .............................................. 7-28
Brake and clutch fluids, changing........... 7-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 7-29
Brake lever............................................. 3-11
Brake lever free play, adjusting .............. 7-25
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 7-26
Brake pads, checking............................. 7-27
Brake pedal............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 7-26CCarburetors, adjusting............................ 7-19
Care.........................................................8-1
Cassette deck operation ..........................4-9
CD changer operation ............................ 4-17
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-10
Clutch lever free play ............................. 7-25
Conversion table ......................................9-5
Coolant level, checking .......................... 7-15
Coolant temperature warning light ........... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 7-6
Cruise control indicator lights ................... 3-4
Cruise control switches .......................... 3-10
Cruise control system .............................. 3-6DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-9EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 7-12
Engine stop switch................................... 3-9
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-3FFinal gear oil .......................................... 7-15
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-19
Front fork, checking ............................... 7-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 6-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-8
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 7-33HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 7-35
Headsets ................................................. 4-2
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-9IIdentification numbers ............................10-1
Idling speed, adjusting ...........................7-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-22
Indicator and warning lights......................3-3KKey identification number .......................10-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing...........7-37
Light switch ..............................................3-9MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ............................................10-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-4OOil level warning light ...............................3-3
Overdrive indicator light............................3-3PParking.....................................................6-6
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................7-3
Pre-operation check list ............................5-1RRadio operation......................................4-12
Rider seat ..............................................3-15
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INDEX
SSafety information.................................... 1-1
Shifting .................................................... 6-3
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 6-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-20
Side cases and travel trunk.................... 3-16
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 7-30
Sound control unit.................................... 4-3
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-11
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) knob .............................. 3-14
Starting a warm engine ............................ 6-3
Starting the engine .................................. 6-1
Start switch ............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking ................................. 7-31
Steering, locking with a padlock............. 3-14
Storage.................................................... 8-4TThrottle cable free play, adjusting .......... 7-21
Tires ...................................................... 7-21
Tool kit..................................................... 7-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 7-37
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 7-38
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-3
Turn signal light or tail/brake light bulb,
replacing ............................................. 7-36
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-9
VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 7-21
Vehicle identification number................. 10-1WWheels .................................................. 7-24
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