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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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-19
6
EAU03790*
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
EW000091
WARNING
_ The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold tires
(i.e., when the temperature of the
tires equals the ambient tempera-
ture). _
CE-24E
CE-07EEW000087
WARNING
_ Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking, per-
formance and safety characteristics
of your motorcycle, you should keep
the following precautions in mind.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of an
overloaded motorcycle may re-
sult in tire damage, loss of con-
trol, or severe injury. Make sure
that the total weight of rider, pas-
senger, cargo, and accessories
does not exceed the specified
maximum load for the vehicle.
Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
Adjust the tire air pressure with
regard to the load.
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
_
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Front Rear
200 kPa
(2.00 kgf/cm2)225 kPa
(2.25 kgf/cm
2)
Maximum load* 116 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Transmission
Primary reduction system Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio 3.133
Secondary reduction system Spur gear
Secondary reduction ratio 3.583
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (rear/front) 43/12
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis
Frame type Steel tube underbone
Caster angle 25°
Trail 112 mm
Tires
Fro nt
Ty p e Tu b e t i r e
Size 70/90-16 36P
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop/D110
Rear
Ty p e Tu b e t i r e
Size 80/90-16 43P
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop/D110Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2)
Wheels
Fr on t
Type Spoke wheel
Size 16 × 1.40
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 16 × 1.60
Brakes
Fr on t
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 3 or 4
Rear
Ty p e
Drum brake
Operation Left hand
Suspension
Fr on t
Ty p e
Telescopic fork
Rear
Ty p e
Unit swing
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