PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6 4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
CAUTION:
ECA10630
Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-volt-
age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealercharge your battery.
EAU32840
Replacing the fuses The main fuse box is located under the
fuel tank.
The fuse box is located behind panel C.
(See page 6-5.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.1. Main fuse
2. Spare fuse
1. Fuse box
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and
immobilizer system)
6. Electronic fuel injection fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Parking lighting fuse
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6
CAUTION:
ECA10640
Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly afire.
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.
EAU23740
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.
WARNING
EWA10790
Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooleddown.
3. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.CAUTION:
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-31
64. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the seat.
EAU24201
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 counter-
clockwise.
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.CAUTION:
ECA11190
Do not overtighten the screw, other-wise the lens may break.
EAU24310
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
1. Screw
1. Screw
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light unit
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
A.C. magnetoBattery:Model:
GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1
Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
Licence plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
Meter lighting:
EL (LCD backlight)
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LEDOil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-32BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever ........................................... 3-11
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-11
Brake pedal position, adjusting............. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-25
Clutch lever........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-17
Coolant ................................................. 6-10DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, lubricating ......................... 6-22
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-7
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFront and rear brake pads,
checking .............................................. 6-19
Front fork, checking...............................6-25
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose ........................ 3-13
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-28HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Hazard switch........................................ 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-29
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 ......... 6-31MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display...............................3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4
PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-19SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-14
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-16
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-6
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-14TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-3
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INDEXTurn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-27
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-33
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-34
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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