PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-36
6
EAU25891
Troubleshooting chart
WARNING
EWA10840
Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags to prevent moisture from
entering them.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place
[less than 0 °C (30 °F) or morethan 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more in-
formation on storing the battery,
see page 6-26.
NOTE:Make any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 6-10
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-3BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever ............................................. 3-6
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-16
Brake pads and shoes, checking.......... 6-19
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-6
Brake pedal position and free play,
adjusting ............................................. 6-17CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Clutch lever............................................. 3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-15DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4
Drive chain, lubricating ......................... 6-22
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter element............... 6-8
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-4
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-2
FFront fork, checking...............................6-25
Fuel ......................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ................................................. 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-6
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-28HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-28
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-9
High beam indicator light......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-11
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLight switch ............................................. 3-4MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-4
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-18SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-3
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-5
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-10
Sidestand .............................................. 3-10
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-24
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-6
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 3-9
Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-31TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-36
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-30
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-13
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