2002 YAMAHA BT1100 engine

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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•Become thoroughly familiar with
all operating controls and their
functions before riding. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any con-
trol or function that you do not
thoroughly understand.
•Never start the engine or operate it
in a closed area for any length of
time. Exhaust fumes are poiso-
nous, and inhaling them can cause
loss of consciousness and death
within a short time. Always make
sure that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
•Before starting out, make sure that
the sidestand is up. If the side-
stand is not raised completely, it
could contact the ground and dis-
tract the operator, resulting in a
possible loss of control.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
tem to enable starting, one of the following
conditions must be met:
•The transmission is in the neutral po-
sition.
•The transmission is in gear with the
clutch lever pulled and the sidestand
up.
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•Before starting the engine, check
the function of the ignition circuit
cut-off system according to the
procedure described on page 3-18.
•Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “I” (ON) and make
sure that the engine stop switch is set
to “
I”.
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If the fuel level warning light comes on,
check the fuel level, and, if necessary,
refuel as soon as possible.
2. Shift the transmission into the neutral
position.
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
3. Turn the starter (choke) on and com-
pletely close the throttle. (See page
3-12 for starter (choke) operation).
CAUTION:
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b
a
4. Start the engine by pushing the start
switch.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the start
switch, wait a few seconds, and then try
again. Each starting attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the battery.
Do not crank the engine more than 10 sec-
onds on any one attempt.
1. Starter (choke) lever
a. Starter (choke) turned on
b. Starter (choke) turned off
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The oil level warning light and fuel lev-
el warning light should come on when
the start switch is pushed, and they
should go off when the start switch is
released.
If the oil level warning light flickers or
remains on after starting, immediately
stop the engine, and then check the
engine oil level and the vehicle for oil
leakage. If necessary, add engine oil,
and then check the warning light again.
If the warning light does not come on
when pushing the start switch, or if it
does not go off after starting with suffi-
cient engine oil, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
If the fuel level warning light remains
on after starting, stop the engine, and
then check the fuel level. If necessary,
refuel as soon as possible, and then
check the warning light again. If the
warning light does not come on when
pushing the start switch, or if it does
not go off after starting with sufficient
fuel, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
CAUTION:5. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) knob/lever back
halfway.
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For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard when the engine is cold!
6. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it responds nor-
mally to the throttle with the starter (choke)
turned off.
CAUTION:
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Starting a warm engine
Follow the same procedure as for starting
a cold engine with the exception that the
starter (choke) is not required when the
engine is warm.
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Shifting
Shifting gears lets you control the amount
of engine power available for starting off,
accelerating, climbing hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the illus-
tration.
NOTE:
To shift the transmission into the neutral
position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
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•Even with the transmission in the
neutral position, do not coast for
long periods of time with the
engine off, and do not tow the
motorcycle for long distances. The
transmission is properly lubricat-
ed only when the engine is run-
ning. Inadequate lubrication may
damage the transmission.
•Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid damaging
the engine, transmission, and dri-
ve train, which are not designed to
withstand the shock of forced
shifting.
CAUTION:
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1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on your
riding style. Consider the following tips to
reduce fuel consumption:
•Thoroughly warm up the engine.
•Turn the starter (choke) off as soon
as possible.
•Shift up swiftly, and avoid high engine
speeds during acceleration.
•Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine speeds
with no load on the engine.
•Turn the engine off instead of letting it
idle for an extended length of time
(e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic lights or
at railroad crossings).
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Engine break-in
There is never a more important period in
the life of your engine than the period be-
tween 0 and 1,600 km (1,000 mi). For this
reason, you should read the following ma-
terial carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put
an excessive load on it for the first 1,600
km (1,000 mi). The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During this
period, prolonged full-throttle operation or
any condition that might result in engine
overheating must be avoided.
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0-1,000 km (0-600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3 throt-
tle.
1,000-1,600 km (600-1,000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throt-
tle.
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After 1,000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil and final gear oil must be
changed, and the oil filter cartridge/ele-
ment replaced.
1,600 km (1,000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated normal-
ly.
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If any engine trouble should occur dur-
ing the engine break-in period, immedi-
ately have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and then
remove the key from the main switch.
EW000058WARNING0
•Since the engine and exhaust sys-
tem can become very hot, park in a
place where pedestrians or chil-
dren are not likely to touch them.
•Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the motorcycle
may overturn.
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Owner’s tool kit .............................................................. 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .................... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ...................................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ................................................ 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter element ........................................ 6-7
Final gear oil .................................................................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element .......................................... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetors ................................................ 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling speed .................................... 6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable free play................................ 6-13
Adjusting the valve clearance .......................................... 6-13
Tires ................................................................................ 6-14
Cast wheels .................................................................... 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .................................. 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position .................................. 6-18
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................... 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level .......................................... 6-19
Changing the brake fluid .................................................. 6-21
Adjusting the shift pedal position .................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the cables ................................ 6-22Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ...................................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift
pedals .............................................................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .......................... 6-24
Checking the front fork .................................................... 6-24
Checking the steering ...................................................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings .......................................... 6-25
Battery ............................................................................ 6-26
Replacing the fuses ........................................................ 6-28
Replacing the headlight and auxiliary light bulb .............. 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .................................... 6-31
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb .................................... 6-31
Replacing the license plate light bulb .............................. 6-32
Front wheel ...................................................................... 6-32
Rear wheel ...................................................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 6-35
Troubleshooting chart ...................................................... 6-36
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NOTE:
•The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
•Hydraulic brake service
•Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
•Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
•Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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ODOMETER READING (x 1,000 km)ANNUALN0. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1 10203040CHECK
Rear suspension
•Check operation. √√√√
20*relay arm and
connecting arm
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.√√
pivoting points
•Check starter (choke) operation.
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*Carburators•Adjust engine idling speed and √√ √√ √ √synchronization.
22 Engine oil•Change.√√ √√ √ √
23Engine oil filter
•Replace. √√√
element
•Check oil level and vehicle for oil
√√ √
24Final gear
leakage.oil
•Change.√√√
25Moving parts and
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
cables
•Check the air cut valve and reed valve for
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*Air induction
damage.
√√√√ √
system
•Replace the entire air induction system if
necessary.
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*Lights, signals and •Check operation.
√√ √√ √ √
switches•Adjust headlight beam.

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1. Rear cylinder spark plug cover
2. Spark plug cap1. Front cylinder spark plug cover
2. Spark plug cap
To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screw.
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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine
components, which are easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark plugs
should be removed and checked in accor-
dance with the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. In addition, the condition
of the spark plugs can reveal the condition
of the engine.
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Removing and installing panels
The panels shown above need to be re-
moved to perform some of the mainte-
nance jobs described in this chapter. Refer
to this section each time a panel needs to
be removed and installed.
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Panel
To remove the panel
Remove the screw, and then pull the pan-
el off as shown. To remove a spark plug
1. Remove the appropriate spark plug
cover (rear right or front left) by
pulling it off as shown.
2. Remove the spark plug cap.
3. Remove the spark plug as shown,
with the spark plug wrench included
in the owner’s tool kit.
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1. Panel mounting screw