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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the
brake fluid reservoir is level.
8Use only the recommended qual-
ity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor braking
performance.
1
1. Minimum level mark
EAU03976
Changing the brake fluidBrake fluid, changingHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the master
cylinders and calipers as well as the
brake hoses replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are
damaged or leaking.
8Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
8Brake hoses: Replace every four
years. 8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking perfor-
mance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal 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.
REARRecommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ×2
Front turn signal light 12 V, 5/21 W ×2
Rear turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ×2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ×2
License plate light 12 V, 5 W ×1
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W ×3
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Oil change indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ×2
V-belt replacement
indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Radiator fan fuse 15 A
Hazard fuse 10 A
Clock fuse 10 A
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INDEX
F
Front and rear brake levers ................. 6-25
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-26
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel ..................................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel gauge ............................................ 3-4
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-9
Fuses, replacing .................................. 6-34
H
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-6
Dimmer switch .................................... 3-6
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-6
Pass switch ......................................... 3-6
Engine stop switch .............................. 3-7
Horn switch ......................................... 3-7
Light switch ......................................... 3-7
Turn signal switch ............................... 3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-35
Helmet holder ...................................... 3-13
I
Identification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-15
Indicator lights ....................................... 3-2
Oil change indicator light .................... 3-2
High beam indicator light .................... 3-3
Turn signal indicator lights .................. 3-3
V-belt replacement indicator light ....... 3-3
K
Key identification number ...................... 9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Model label ............................................ 9-2
P
Parking .................................................. 5-4
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .................................................... 6-3
Pre-operation check list ......................... 4-1
R
Rider backrest, adjusting ..................... 3-12
S
Safe-riding points .................................. 1-2
Seat ..................................................... 3-11
Self-diagnosis device ............................ 3-5
Sidestand ............................................ 3-14
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-9
Specifications ........................................ 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................. 3-3
Start switch ............................................ 3-7
Starting the engine ................................ 5-1
Steering, checking ............................... 6-31
Storage .................................................. 7-4
Storage compartments ........................ 3-14
T
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ....... 6-22
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-29
Tires .................................................... 6-23
A
Acceleration and deceleration ............... 5-2
Air filter element, cleaning ................... 6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...................... 3-6
B
Battery ................................................. 6-32
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 6-28
Brake lever, front ................................... 3-9
Brake lever, rear .................................... 3-9
Brake levers, lubricating ...................... 6-29
Braking .................................................. 5-3
C
Carburetors, adjusting ......................... 6-21
Care ....................................................... 7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................. 6-29
Chain drive oil ...................................... 6-15
Clock ..................................................... 3-5
Conversion table ................................... 8-5
Coolant ................................................ 6-17
Coolant temperature gauge ................... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing .............................................. 6-6
E
Engine break-in ..................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................. 6-21
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .......... 6-12
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