PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .....................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .........6-2
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ......6-5
Checking the spark plugs .....................................6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ............................6-8
Coolant ...............................................................6-11
Replacing the air filter element ...........................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed .......................6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ..................6-18
Adjusting the valve clearance .............................6-18
Tires ...................................................................6-18
Cast wheels ........................................................6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .....................6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal position .....................6-23
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...................6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads .............6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ............................6-25
Changing the brake fluid ....................................6-26
Drive chain slack ................................................6-27
Lubricating the drive chain .................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the cables ...................6-29
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable .........................................................6-29Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ......................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ....................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ..............6-30
Lubricating the rear suspension .........................6-31
Checking the front fork .......................................6-31
Checking the steering .........................................6-32
Checking the wheel bearings .............................6-32
Battery ................................................................6-33
Replacing the fuses ............................................6-34
Replacing a headlight bulb .................................6-35
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb .........................6-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .......................6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ..................................6-38
Front wheel .........................................................6-39
Rear wheel .........................................................6-40
Troubleshooting ..................................................6-43
Troubleshooting charts .......................................6-44
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62. Remove the blown fuse, and
then install a new fuse of the
specified amperage.
EC000103
cC
Do not use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than recommend-
ed to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical system
and possibly a fire.
EAU04503
Replacing a headlight bulbHeadlight bulb, replacingThis motorcycle is equipped with
quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Disconnect the headlight cou-
pler, and then remove the bulb
cover.
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight coupler
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system. Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 40 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Odometer and clock
fuse (backup fuse): 5 A
Turn signal light and
hazard fuse: 10 A
Electronic fuel
injection fuse: 10 A
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6 2. Unhook the headlight bulb hold-
er, and then remove the defec-
tive bulb.EW000119
w
Headlight bulbs get very hot.
Therefore, keep flammable prod-
ucts away from a lit headlight bulb,
and do not touch the bulb until it
has cooled down.
3. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
1
1. Headlight bulb holder
8Headlight lens
9Do not affix any type of tint-
ed film or stickers to the
headlight lens.
9Do not use a headlight bulb
of a wattage higher than
specified.
4. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the headlight beam if necessary.
EC000104
cC
Take care not to damage the fol-
lowing parts:
8Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be
adversely affected. Thoroughly
clean off any dirt and fingerprints
on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.
a
a. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 31.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 Ah
Headlight bulb typeHalogen
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 55 W ×2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ×1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ×1
Front turn signal light 12 V, 10 W ×2
Rear turn signal light 12 V, 10 W ×2
Meter lighting 12 V, 2 W ×2
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.2 W ×1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.4 W ×1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 1.2 W ×2
Oil level warning light L.E.D. ×1
Engine trouble warning light 12 V, 1.4 W ×1Fuses
Main fuse 40 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Turn signal light and hazard
fuse 10 A
Odometer and clock fuse
(backup fuse) 5 A
Radiator fan fuse 20 A
Electronic fuel injection
system fuse 10 A
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INDEX
Checking ............................................6-27
Drive chain, lubricating .........................6-28
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-3
Engine idling speed ..............................6-17
Engine oil and oil filter element ..............6-8
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....6-24
Front fork, adjusting ..............................3-14
Front fork, checking ..............................6-31
Fuel ......................................................3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-3
Fuel tank breather hose .......................3-12
Fuel tank cap ........................................3-10
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-34
H
Handlebar switches ................................3-7
Dimmer switch .....................................3-7
Engine stop switch ...............................3-8
Hazard switch ......................................3-8
Horn switch ..........................................3-8
Pass switch ..........................................3-7
Start switch ..........................................3-8
Turn signal switch ................................3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-35
I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-19Indicator and warning lights ....................3-2
Fuel level warning symbol ...................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...................3-3
High beam indicator light .....................3-3
Neutral indicator light ...........................3-3
Engine trouble warning light ................3-3
Oil level warning light ...........................3-3
K
Key identification number .......................9-1
L
Luggage strap holders ..........................3-18
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................3-1
Model label .............................................9-2
P
Parking ...................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .....................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ..........................4-1
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting .........6-24
Rear suspension, lubricating ................6-31
S
Seat ......................................................3-13
Shift pedal ..............................................3-9A
Air filter element, replacing ...................6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................3-7
B
Battery ..................................................6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating ...................................6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating ...................................6-30
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-26
Brake lever .............................................3-9
Brake pedal ..........................................3-10
Brake pedal position, adjusting ............6-23
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ..........6-29
Care ........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................3-12
Clutch lever ............................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ...........6-22
Conversion table ....................................8-5
Coolant .................................................6-11
Checking ............................................6-11
Changing ...........................................6-13
Coolant temperature gauge ....................3-6
Cowlings and panels, removing
and installing ........................................6-5
D
Drive chain slack ..................................6-27
Adjusting ............................................6-27
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