TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ............. 1-1
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2-1
Left view ..................................... 2-1
Right view................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ........... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system ................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock .......... 3-2
Indicator and warning lights ...... 3-3
Speedometer unit ...................... 3-5
Tachometer unit ........................ 3-6
Coolant temperature gauge ...... 3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......... 3-8
Handlebar switches ................... 3-8
Clutch lever ............................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................... 3-10
Brake lever .............................. 3-10
Brake pedal ............................. 3-11
Fuel tank cap ........................... 3-11
Fuel ......................................... 3-12
Fuel tank breather hose .......... 3-13
Catalytic converter .................. 3-13
Seat ......................................... 3-13
Storage compartment .............. 3-14
Adjusting the front fork ............ 3-15Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ............................... 3-16
Luggage strap holders ............ 3-18
Sidestand ................................ 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ... 3-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ....... 4-1
Pre-operation check list ............ 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ........................... 5-1
Starting the engine .................... 5-1
Shifting ...................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................ 5-3
Engine break-in ......................... 5-3
Parking ...................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR ............................ 6-1
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 .......... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter
element ................................... 6-7Coolant .................................... 6-10
Replacing the air filter
element ................................. 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed .................................... 6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ....................................... 6-16
Adjusting the valve
clearance .............................. 6-16
Tires ........................................ 6-16
Cast wheels ............................ 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ....................................... 6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal
position .................................. 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch .................................... 6-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ............................ 6-22
Checking the brake fluid
level ....................................... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid ......... 6-23
Drive chain slack ..................... 6-24
Lubricating the drive chain ...... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables .................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ........... 6-26
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU12330
Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
EAU12342
Handlebar switches
LeftRight
EAU12350
Pass switch “”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
1. Pass switch “ ”
2. Hazard switch “ ”
3. Dimmer switch “ / ”
4. Turn signal switch “ / ”
5. Horn switch “ ”
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1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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