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Brake pedal
Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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Fuel tank cap
Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and turn it
1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.
EWA00032
wMake sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
1
a
1. Brake pedal a. Unlock.
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Fuel
Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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ECA00104
cCUse only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
severe damage to internal engine
parts, such as the valves and pis-
ton rings, as well as to the exhaust
system.
Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
1
2
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
11 L
Reserve amount:
3.4 L
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Fuel cock
Fuel cock
This motorcycle is equipped with a
negative pressure fuel cock. The fuel
cock supplies fuel from the tank to
the carburetors while also filtering it.
The fuel cock lever positions are
explained as follows and shown in
the illustrations.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this posi-
tion, fuel flows to the carburetor when
the engine is running. Turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when start-
ing the engine and riding.RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel
reserve is made available. Quickly
turn the fuel cock lever to this posi-
tion if you run out of fuel while riding,
otherwise the engine may stall and
will have to be primed (see “PRI”).
After turning the fuel cock lever to
“RES”, refuel as soon as possible
and be sure to turn the fuel cock
lever back to “ON”!PRI
This indicates prime. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the engine
can be “primed”. Turn the fuel cock
lever to this position when the engine
has been allowed to run out of fuel.
This sends fuel directly to the carbu-
retor, which will make starting easier.
After the engine has started, be sure
to turn the lever to “ON” (or “RES” if
you have not refueled yet).INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
1
1
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”
1
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”ON: normal
position
RES: reserve position
PRI: priming position
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Starter (choke) lever “1”
Starter (choke) lever
Starting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).
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Helmet holder
Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
EW000030
wNever ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assemblies
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting
Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
EC000015
cCNever attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.
1
a
b
1
a
1
2
3
4
5
b
a
2
1
1. Starter (choke) lever “1”1. Helmet holder
a Open.1. Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
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EW000040
wAlways adjust both shock
absorber assemblies equally, oth-
erwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result.Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction b.NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
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Sidestand
Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the side-
stand or lower it with your foot while
holding the motorcycle upright.NOTE:
The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situ-
ations. (See further down for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
EW000044
wThe motorcycle must not be ridden
with the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand cannot be properly
moved up (or does not stay up),
otherwise the sidestand could con-
tact the ground and distract the
operator, resulting in a possible
loss of control. Yamaha’s ignition
circuit cut-off system has been
designed to assist the operator in
fulfilling the responsibility of rais-
ing the sidestand before starting
off. Therefore, check this system
regularly as described below and
have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it
does not function properly.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
Setting
Minimum (soft) 1
Standard 2
Maximum (hard) 5
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Ignition circuit cut-off
system
Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch,
clutch switch and neutral switch) has
the following functions.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is up, but the clutch
lever is not pulled.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
clutch lever is pulled, but the
sidestand is still down.
8It cuts the running engine when
the transmission is in gear and
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system
according to the following procedure.
EW000045
wIf a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
#”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4 The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
•Refuel if necessary.
•Check fuel line for leakage.3-6–3-7
Engine oil•Check oil level in engine.
•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
•Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9–6-12
Front brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check lever free play.
•Adjust if necessary.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-5, 6-20,
6-22–6-24
Rear brake•Check operation.
•Check pedal free play.
•Adjust if necessary.3-6, 6-20–6-23
Clutch•Check operation.
•Lubricate cable if necessary.
•Check lever free play.
•Adjust if necessary.3-5, 6-19
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