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EAE40104*Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified
level. Fill with oil as necessary (see page 42
for details).
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1. Oil level gauge 2. Upper level
3. Lower level
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 4 (20W40) or equivalent
SAE 20W40 type SE or higher grade
motor oil
SAE 20W50 type SF/CC motor oil
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.0 L
Periodic oil change:
0.8 L
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*: It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
**: Medium weight wheel bearing grease. (bearing type)
***: Lithium soap base grease. (bush type)NOTE:
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake service
9Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
9Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and
caliper, and change the brake fluid.
9Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Check bearing assembly for looseness.
* Steering bearingCorrect if necessary. Moderately repack every228,000 km. **
* Front forksCheck operation/oil leakage. Repair if necessary.22* Rear shock absorberCheck operation/oil leakage. Repair if necessary.22
Drive chainCheck chain slack/alignment. Adjust if necessary.
EVERY 500 km
Clean and lube.
* Fittings/FastenersCheck all chassis fitting and fasteners.
2222Correct if necessary.
* Centerstand and
Check operation. Repair if necessary.2222
sidestand
* BatteryCheck specific gravity. Check that the breather
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pipe is working properly. Correct if necessary.
INITIAL EVERY
ITEM REMARKS
500 km 2,000 km 4,000 km 8,000 km
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e. Fill engine with oil through the oil
level gauge hole.EUU47700cC9Do not put in any chemical additives or
use oils with a grade of “CD (for Diesel
engine)” or higher. Also, be sure not to
use oils labeled “ENERGY CONSERVING
II” or higher. Engine oil also lubricates
the clutch and additives could cause
clutch slippage.
9Be sure no foreign material enters the
crankcase.f. Start the engine and warm up for a
few minutes. While warming up check
for oil leakage. If oil leakage is found,
stop the engine immediately, and ask
a Yamaha dealer to check the cause.
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Recommended oil:
See page 23
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.0 L
Periodic oil change:
0.8 L
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4. Apply recommended oil to the entire
surface of the filter and squeeze out
the excess oil. The element should be
wet but not dripping.
5. Install the element in its case.cC9If oil is not applied to the element, the
engine damage may occur.
9Make sure the element is properly seat-
ed in the filter case.
9The engine should never be run without
the air filter element installed; excessive
piston and/or cylinder wear may result.
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Recommended oil:
Yamalube 2 (2 stroke engine oil) or
Yamalube 4 (20W40)
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Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level, make
sure that the top of the master cylin-
der is level by turning the handlebars.
8Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber seals
may deteriorate, causing leakage and
poor braking performance.NOTE:
If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can be
used.8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and lead to
poor braking performance.8Be careful that water does not enter
the master cylinder when refilling.
Water will significantly lower the boil-
ing point of the fluid and may result in
vapor lock.
8Brake fluid may deteriorate painted
surfaces or plastic parts. Always clean
up spilled fluid immediately.
8As the brake pads wear, it is normal
for the brake fluid level to gradually
go down. However, if the brake fluid
level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause.
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Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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