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Engine start procedure
Engine oil replacement
V-belt inspection
Load limit Before pushing start button, make sure to
apply the Front or Rear Brake and that the
Sidestand is retracted.
Engine oil replacement : Every 2000 km.
Recommended oil : SAE20W - 50 type
SF Class Motor Oil
Convenience hook : 1 kg, Helmet box: 5 kg
5MX-F835Y-00
Periodic maintenance must be performed
by any authorized Yamaha Dealer (Refer to
the Owner's Manual for details.)
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EAU00009
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY .................1-1
DESCRIPTION ...................................................2-1
Left view .............................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................2-2
Controls and instruments ...................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ....3-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................................3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-2
Fuel gauge ........................................................3-2
Handlebar switches ...........................................3-3
Front brake lever ...............................................3-4
Rear brake lever ................................................3-4
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-4
Fuel ...................................................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever ..........................................3-6
Kickstarter .........................................................3-6
Seat ...................................................................3-6
Helmet box ........................................................3-7
Convenience hook .............................................3-8
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list .....................................4-1OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting and warming up a cold engine .............5-1
Starting a warm engine .....................................5-2
Starting off .........................................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ...........................5-3
Braking ..............................................................5-3
Engine break-in .................................................5-4
Parking ..............................................................5-5
General note ......................................................5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR................................................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......6-2
Removing and installing the cowling and
panels ............................................................6-4
Checking the spark plug ....................................6-7
Engine oil and oil strainer ..................................6-9
Final transmission oil .......................................6-11
Cleaning the air filter element, V-belt case
air filter elements, and check hoses ............6-13
Adjusting the carburetor ..................................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...............6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance .........................6-18
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2-1
2
EAU00026
2-DESCRIPTION Left view1. Convenience hook (page 3-8)
2. Throttle stop screw (page 6-17)
3. Helmet box, Owner’s tool kit (page 3-7, page 6-1)4. Kickstarter (page 3-6)
5. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-10)
6. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 6-10)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
Right view7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9)
8. Air filter element (page 6-13)
9. Battery (page 6-29)
10. Fuses (page 6-31)
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4-1
4
EAU01114
4-PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.
EAU03439
Pre-operation check list
CO-01E
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-5
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9
Final transmission oil
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-11–6-12
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21–6-24
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-22–6-23
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-17–6-18, 6-26
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-19–6-21
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5
EAU00436
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1,000 km. For this rea-
son, 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
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full-throttle oper-
ation or any condition that might result
in engine overheating must be avoided.
EAU00447*
0–150 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
1/3 throttle.
After every hour of operation, stop
the engine, and then let it cool for
five to ten minutes.
Vary the engine speed from time
to time. Do not operate the engine
at one set throttle position.
150–500 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
1/2 throttle.
Rev the engine freely through the
gears, but do not use full throttle at
any time.
EC000058*
CAUTION:_ After 500 km of operation, the en-
gine oil and the final transmission
oil must be changed and the engine
oil strainer cleaned. _
500–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
3/4 throttle.
1,000 km and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation.
Vary the speed occasionally.
EC000049
CAUTION:_ If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle. _
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-2
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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
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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