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Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Fill with oil as necessary. (See pages 8-31 ~ 8-41
for details.)
Recommended oil:
Recommended engine oil classification:
API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
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EBU00493
Final gear oil
Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-41 ~ 8-45 for
details.)
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid gear oil may be
used for all conditions.NOTE:GL-4 is a quality and additive rating, GL-5 or GL-6
rated hypoid gear oils may also be used.
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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EBU00678
Differential gear oil
Make sure the differential gear oil is at the speci-
fied level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-47 ~
8-51 for details.)
EBU00151
Throttle lever
Check to see that the throttle lever operates cor-
rectly. It must open smoothly and spring back to
idle position when released. Repair as necessary
for proper operation.
EBU00152
Fittings and Fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the machine to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
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* It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.NOTE:Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
Brake fluid replacement:
1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake fluid. Normally check
the brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
2. On the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder, replace the oil seals every two years.
3. Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.V-belt*•Check operation.
•Check for cracks or damage every 12 months or
2,400 km whichever comes first.Wheels*•Check balance/damage/runout.
•Repair if necessary.Wheel bearing*•Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
•Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.Steering system*•Check operation/Replace if damaged.
•Check toe-in/Adjust if necessary.Axle boots*•Check operation.
•Replace if damaged.Fittings and Fasteners*•Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
•Correct if necessary.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
1
month3
months6
months6
months1
year
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9. Fill the engine with sufficient oil to reach the
specified level. Install the dipstick and tighten
it.CAUTION:_
Do not put in any chemical additives. En-
gine oil also lubricates the clutch and addi-
tives could cause clutch slippage.
Be sure no foreign material enters the
crankcase.
_
Recommended oil:
See page 10-2.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
2.6 L
Periodic oil change:
2.3 L
With oil filter replacement:
2.4 L
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6. Fill the final gear case with oil.CAUTION:_ Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case. _7. Install the filler bolt and tighten to the speci-
fied torque.
8. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
check for the cause.
9. Install the final gear case cover.Recommended oil:
See page 10-3.
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.19 L
Total amount:
0.22 L
Tightening torque:
Filler bolt (final gear case):
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf)
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5. Fill the differential gear case with oil.CAUTION:
Be sure no foreign material enters the differen-
tial gear case. 6. Install the filler bolt and tighten it to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Check for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
check for the cause. Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API “GL-4” Hypoid gear oil
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.35 L
Total amount:
0.4 L
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EBU00570
Cable inspection and lubrication
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the outer cov-
ering of control cables becomes damaged.
Cables can also become frayed or kinked. Op-
eration of controls could be restricted, which
could cause an accident or injury.Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If
the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha
dealer to replace them.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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