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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
EAU01581
Troubleshooting chartsStarting problems or poor engine performance
EW000125
wKeep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Wheels
Front
Type Cast
Size 18 ×MT2.15 or
18 M/C ×MT2.15
Rear
Type Cast
Size 17 ×MT2.50 or
17 M/C ×MT2.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (Monocross)
Spring/shock absorber
Front
Type Coil spring/oil damper
Rear
Type Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 180 mm
Rear 180 mm
Electrical
Ignition system C.D.I.
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 12A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX5L-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 4 Ah
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