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
Main switch/steering lock .......... 3-1
Indicator lights ........................... 3-2
Speedometer unit ...................... 3-2
Handlebar switches ................... 3-3
Clutch lever ............................... 3-4
Shift pedal ................................. 3-4
Brake lever ................................ 3-4
Brake pedal ............................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap ............................. 3-5
Fuel ........................................... 3-6
Fuel cock ................................... 3-6
Starter (choke) knob “
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Kickstarter ................................. 3-8
Seat ........................................... 3-8
Helmet holder ............................ 3-9
Shock absorber ......................... 3-9
Carrier ....................................... 3-9
Luggage strap holders ............ 3-10
Sidestand ................................ 3-10Ignition circuit cut-off system ... 3-11
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ........ 4-1
Pre-operation check list ............ 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS .......................... 5-1
Starting a cold engine ............... 5-1
Starting a warm engine ............. 5-2
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 the
cowling and panels ................. 6-5
Checking the spark plug ........... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter
element ................................... 6-7
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose ..................... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetor .......... 6-12Adjusting the engine idling
speed .................................... 6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ....................................... 6-13
Adjusting the valve
clearance .............................. 6-13
Tires ........................................ 6-13
Spoke wheels .......................... 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ....................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ....................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play ............ 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch .................................... 6-19
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............ 6-19
Checking the brake fluid
level ....................................... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid ......... 6-21
Drive chain slack ..................... 6-21
Lubricating the drive chain ...... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables .................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ........... 6-24
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ........... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ......... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ............................... 6-25
Lubricating the rear
suspension ............................ 6-25
Checking the front fork ............ 6-25
Checking the steering ............. 6-26
Checking the wheel
bearings ................................ 6-27
Battery ..................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuse .................. 6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ... 6-30
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ....................................... 6-32
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ....................................... 6-32
Supporting the motorcycle ...... 6-33
Front wheel ............................. 6-34
Rear wheel .............................. 6-35
Troubleshooting ...................... 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ............. 6-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE..................................... 7-1
Care .......................................... 7-1Storage ..................................... 7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ....................... 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ...... 9-1
Identification numbers ............... 9-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
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Wheels
Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.
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Tires
Check tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings
Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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Swingarm
Check operation and for excessive play.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
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Drive chain
Check chain slack.
Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
Clean and lubricate.Every 500 km and after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain
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Steering bearings
Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
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Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
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Sidestand
Check operation.
Lubricate.
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Sidestand switch
Check operation.
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Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.
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Shock absorber assem-
bly
Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
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Carburetor
Check starter (choke) operation.
Adjust engine idling speed.
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Engine oil
Change.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
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Engine oil filter element
Clean.
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Engine oil strainer
Clean.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×
1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-26
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3
4
5
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8
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CAUTION:
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23280
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.