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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-2
54. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) back about half-
way.
ECA00055
CAUTION:_ For maximum engine life, always
warm the engine up before starting
off. Never accelerate hard when the
engine is cold! _5. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.NOTE:_ For maximum engine life, always warm
up the engine before riding your motor-
cycle. Never accelerate hard with a
cold engine. _
EAU01258
Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for start-
ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
EAU00433*
Starting off NOTE:_ Before starting off, allow the engine to
warm up. _1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand, push
the motorcycle off the centerstand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signal off.
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5
EAU00434
Acceleration and deceleration The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase the
speed, turn the throttle grip in
directiona. To reduce the speed, turn
the throttle grip in direction b.
EAU00435*
Braking 1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
EW000057*
WARNING
_
Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the motor-
cycle may skid or overturn.
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
_
Front
Rear
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6
EAU00473
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
CP-03ENO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×1,000 km)
0.5 2 4 8 12
1*Fuel line
Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.√√√√
2 Spark plugCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√√√√
Replace if necessary.√√√
3*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√√
4 Air filter element
Clean. Replace if necessary.√√√√
5V-belt case air filter
elementsClean. Replace if necessary.√√√√
6*BatteryCheck electrolyte level and specific gravity.
Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.√√√√
7*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-3.)
Replace brake pads if necessary.√√√√√
8*Rear brakeCheck operation and adjust brake lever free play.
Replace brake shoes if necessary.√√√√√
9*WheelsCheck runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.√√√√
10*Wheel bearings
Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
11*SwingarmCheck operation and for excessive play.
Lubricate with lithium-soap based grease, every 24,000 km.√√√√
12*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering for roughness.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease, every 12,000 km.√√√√√
13*Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√
14 Sidestand/centerstandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√
15*Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
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6
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
EAU03057*
NOTE:_
From 16,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4,000 km.
Depending on riding conditions, the V-belt replacement interval may vary.
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake system
After disassembling the brake master cylinder, and caliper cylinder, always change the fluid. Regularly check the
brake fluid level and fill reservoir as required.
Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake master cylinder and caliper cylinder every two years.
Replace the brake hose every four years or if cracked or damaged.
_16
*Shock absorber
assembliesCheck operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
17*CarburetorCheck starter (choke) operation.
Adjust engine idling speed.√√√√√
18 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.√√Every 2,000 km
19*Engine oil strainer
Clean.√√
20 Final transmission oilCheck vehicle for oil leakage.√√√√√
Change.√Every 10,000 km
21*V-beltCheck the damage and wear.√√√
Replace. Every 25,000 km (See NOTE.)
22*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√
23 Moving parts and cables
Lubricate.√√√√
24*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×1,000 km)
0.5 2 4 8 12
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6 Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.
CE-23ENOTE:_ The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations. _
EW000079
WARNING
_
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
motorcycle with excessively
worn tires decreases riding sta-
bility and can lead to loss of
control.
The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
_
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
EW000078
WARNING
_
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the motor-
cycle cannot be guaranteed.
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved for this model by
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
_CE-10E
1. Sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
a. Tire tread depthMinimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.0 mm
FRONT
Manufacturer Size Model
Dunlop 70/90-16 36P D110
REAR
Manufacturer Size Model
Dunlop 80/90-16 43P D110
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EAU00680
WARNING
_
It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
_
EAU00685
Spoke wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage, and
the spokes for looseness or dam-
age before each ride. If any dam-
age is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
EAU03851*
Checking the front brake lever
free playSince this model is equipped with a hy-
draulic front brake, adjusting the brake
lever free play is not needed.
However, it is necessary to check the
brake fluid level and check the hydrau-
lic system for leakage.1. Front brake lever
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6
EW000099*
WARNING
_ A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of
air in the hydraulic system. If there
is air in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance, which
may result in loss of control and an
accident. _
EAU00704*
Adjusting the rear brake lever
free play The rear brake lever free play should
measure 10–20 mm as shown. Period-
ically check the rear brake lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol-
lows.To increase the rear brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut at the brake
shoe plate in direction a. To decrease
the rear brake lever free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction b.
EW000101
WARNING
_ If proper adjustment cannot be ob-
tained as described, have a Yamaha
dealer make this adjustment. _
a. Rear brake lever free play
1. Rear brake lever free play adjusting nut
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6
EAU00720
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes The front brake pads and the rear
brake shoes must be checked for wear
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU03938
Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
EAU04502
Rear brake shoes
The rear brake is provided with a wear
indicator, which allows you to check the
brake shoe wear without having to dis-
assemble the brake. To check the
brake shoe wear, check the position of
the wear indicator while applying the
brake. If a brake shoe has worn to the
point that the wear indicator reaches
the wear limit line, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake shoes as a
set.
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove (× 3)Front
1. Brake shoe wear indicator
2. Brake shoe wear limit lineRear
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