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6
NOTE:After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if theoil level is sufficient.CAUTION:
ECA10400
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU20070
Coolant The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU34351
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.NOTE:
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Remove the seat. (See page
3-14.)
3. Remove the fuel tank bolts, and
then lift the fuel tank away from the
coolant reservoir cap. (See page
6-11.)
4. Check the coolant level in the cool-
ant reservoir.
NOTE:The coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.
5. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, open the
coolant reservoir cap.1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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EAU34400
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the bolts on each side.
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the coupler) by turn-
ing the socket counterclockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the coupler) by push-
ing it in and turning it clockwise.
EAU24350
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 maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under 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.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placinga jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-25
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-18
Brake lever ............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-11CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-16
Coolant.................................................... 6-9DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, lubricating.......................... 6-21
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-6
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24Fuel....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-13
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-9
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-28
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-17
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLCD tachometer ..................................... 3-5
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-30MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3OOil level warning light.............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing................ 6-5
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-17SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-14
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-23
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-5
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking................................. 6-24
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-14
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-31TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-29
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-22
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-36
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-30
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9
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