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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-10
6
ECA00133
CAUTION:_
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
_
11. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.NOTE:_ After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient. _
EC000067
CAUTION:_ If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle. _12. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replace-
ment:
3.0 L
With oil filter element replace-
ment:
3.35 L
Total amount (dry engine):
4.2 L
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6-21
6
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking or clutch per-
formance.
The brake or clutch fluid reservoir
diaphragm will lose its shape from
the negative pressure if the fluid
level goes down too far. Be sure to
return the diaphragm to its original
shape before installing it into the
brake or clutch fluid reservoir.
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake or clutch fluid reser-
voir 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.
EAU03984
Changing the brake and
clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake and clutch fluids at the intervals
specified in the NOTE after the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. In
addition, have the oil seals of the brake
and clutch master cylinders and cali-
pers as well as the brake and clutch
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake and clutch hoses: Replace
every four years.
1. Minimum level markClutch
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6-26
6
EAU02939
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
EW000115
WARNING
_ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. _Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:_ If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. _
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Battery
Model GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 Ah
Headlight typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W × 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W × 2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W × 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W × 4
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W × 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
Oil level warning light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Fuses
Main fuse 40 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Turn signal light fuse 15 A
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ... 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids, changing........... 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake lever...............................................3-7
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-19
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-19
Brake pedal..............................................3-7
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-24
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-12
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-25
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play ............................. 6-17
Conversion table ......................................8-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-4
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-23
Drive chain slack .................................... 6-22
Adjusting .......................................... 6-23
Checking .......................................... 6-22
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter element ................ 6-7
Engine stop switch................................... 3-5FFront fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-17
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-5
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-16MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level warning light ...............................3-2PPanel, removing and installing..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-6
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-3
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ...3-15
Sidestand ...............................................3-17
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-6
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
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