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To install the rider seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
rider seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the bolts.Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi-
tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.To install the passenger seat
1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:_ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. _
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.Left side
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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EAU03159
Helmet holders The helmet holders are located on the
bottom of the passenger seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet hold-
er
1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-14 for removal and instal-
lation procedures.)
2. Attach the helmet to a helmet
holder, and then securely install
the passenger seat.
EWA00015
WARNING
_ Never ride with a helmet attached to
a helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. _To release the helmet from a helmet
holder
Remove the passenger seat, remove
the helmet from the helmet holder, and
then install the seat.
EAU03728
Storage compartment The storage compartment is located
under the passenger seat. (See
page 3-14 for passenger seat removal
and installation procedures.)
This storage compartment is designed
to hold a genuine Yamaha U-LOCK.
(Other locks may not fit.)
EWA00005
WARNING
_
Do not exceed the load limit of
3 kg for the storage compart-
ment.
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 189 kg for the vehicle.
_
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To place a U-LOCK in the storage
compartment:
1. Remove the rubber cap from the
hole at the bottom of the storage
compartment, and then store it in a
safe place to prevent losing the
cap.
2. Insert the ends of the U-LOCK bar
into the holes at the bottom of the
storage compartment as shown.
3. Place the lock of the U-LOCK un-
der the curved part of the U-LOCK
bar as shown.4. Securely fasten the U-LOCK bar
and lock with the strap as shown.
NOTE:_
When the U-LOCK is not in the
storage compartment, be sure to
cover the hole at the bottom of the
storage compartment with the rub-
ber cap.
When storing items in the storage
compartment, be sure to wrap
them in a plastic bag to prevent
losing them.
_
1. Rubber cap
2. Owner’s tool kit
3. Hole (× 2)
4. U-LOCK bar (optional)
5. Lock of U-LOCK (optional)
6. Strap (× 2)
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68. Insert the element into the air filter
case.
EC000082*
CAUTION:_
Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
_9. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
10. Connect the fuel sender coupler
and the hoses, turn the fuel cock
lever to “ON”, place the fuel tank in
the original position, and then in-
stall the bolts.
EW000131
WARNING
_ Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed and routed, and not pinched. Re-
place any damaged hoses. _11. Install the rider seat.
EAU01335
Air intake duct Check that the screen of the intake
duct is not blocked. Clean the screen if
necessary.1. Air intake duct
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EAU01356
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play The clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 10–15 mm as shown. Periodically
check the clutch lever free play and, if
necessary, adjust it as follows.
To increase the clutch lever free play,
turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch le-
ver in direction
a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting
bolt in direction
b.
NOTE:@ If the specified clutch lever free play
cannot be obtained as described
above, proceed as follows. @1. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction
a to loos-
en the clutch cable.
2. Remove cowling A. (See page 6-6
for cowling removal and installa-
tion procedures.)
3. Loosen the locknut at the crank-
case.
4. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in di-
rection
a. To decrease the clutch
lever free play, turn the adjusting
nut in direction
b.
5. Tighten the locknut.
6. Install the cowling.
1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
c. Clutch lever free play
1. Locknut
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut
(crankcase)
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Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As 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 sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU03976
Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylin-
ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU00744
Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.NOTE:@ When checking and adjusting the drive
chain slack, the motorcycle should be
positioned straight up and there should
be no weight on it. @2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
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6 3. Move the rear wheel by pushing
the motorcycle to locate the tight-
est portion of the drive chain, and
then measure the drive chain
slack as shown.
4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.
EAU03608
To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock-
nut on each side of the swingarm.
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the
adjusting bolt on each side of the
swingarm in direction
a. To loos-
en the drive chain, turn the adjust-
ing bolt on each side of the
swingarm in direction
b, and then
push the rear wheel forward.
NOTE:_ Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both chain pullers are in the same posi-
tion for proper wheel alignment. _
EC000096
CAUTION:_ Improper drive chain slack will over-
load the engine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. To
prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within the
specified limits. _3. Tighten the locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut to the specified
torque.
a. Drive chain slack
Drive chain slack:
40–50 mm
1. Axle nut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Alignment marks
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
150 Nm (15.0 m·kgf)
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EAU03730
Tail/brake light This motorcycle is equipped with an
LED type of tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
ECA00065
CAUTION:@ Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break. @
EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
1. Screw
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