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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this motorcycle, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE
PAGE
Check operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary
Clutch
Throttle grip / cableCheck for smooth operation.
Lubricate / Adjust if necessary
Check oil level / add oil as necessary
Engine oil
Drive chainCheck chain slack and condition. Lubricate if necessary
Adjust if necessary.
Air filter
Control and meter cableCheck tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness
Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary6-16 ~ 6-18
6-14 , 6-22
4-3 , 6-6 , 6-9
6-19 ~ 6-21
6-10 ~ 6-11
4-3 ~ 4-6 , 6-31~ 6-33
6-21 Check operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary
Wheels / Tires
Clean and oil it frequently.6-18 Brakes
4-1
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this motorcycle, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE
PAGE
Check operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary
Clutch
Throttle grip / cableCheck for smooth operation.
Lubricate / Adjust if necessary
Check oil level / add oil as necessary
Engine oil
Drive chainCheck chain slack and condition. Lubricate if necessary
Adjust if necessary.
Air filter
Control and meter cableCheck tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness
Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary6-16 ~ 6-18
6-14 , 6-22
4-3 , 6-6 , 6-9
6-19 ~ 6-21
6-10 ~ 6-11
4-3 ~ 4-6 , 6-31~ 6-33
6-21 Check operation, condition and free play.
Adjust if necessary
Wheels / Tires
Clean and oil it frequently.6-18 Brakes
4-1
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4-3
OIL QUANTITY:
Total amount:
1.2 L ( 0.264 Imp gal, 0.317 US gal)
Periodic oil change:
1.0 L ( 0.220 Imp gal, 0.264 US gal) Engine oil (See page 6-6 for details)
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level. Add oil as
necessary.
Check the oil level in a daily manner and top it up if
necessary.
CAUTION:Tires
To ensure maximum performance, long service, and safe
operation, note the following:
1. Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pressure before
operating the machine.
Tire inflation pressure should be checked and adjusted
when the temperature of the tire equals the ambient air
temperature.
Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted according to
total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved for this model),
and vehicle speed.
WARNING:
4-3
OIL QUANTITY:
Total amount:
1.2 L ( 0.264 Imp gal, 0.317 US gal)
Periodic oil change:
1.0 L ( 0.220 Imp gal, 0.264 US gal) Engine oil (See page 6-6 for details)
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level. Add oil as
necessary.
Check the oil level in a daily manner and top it up if
necessary.
CAUTION:Tires
To ensure maximum performance, long service, and safe
operation, note the following:
1. Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pressure before
operating the machine.
Tire inflation pressure should be checked and adjusted
when the temperature of the tire equals the ambient air
temperature.
Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted according to
total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved for this model),
and vehicle speed.
WARNING:
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6-9 Oil pressure
1. Remove the check bolt 1 in the cylinder head.
2. Start the engine and keep it idling until oil flows out
of the bleed hole. If no oil comes out after one
minute, turn off the engine immediately so it will
not seize. In such a case go to the nearest Yamaha
dealer or other qualified mechanic for repairs.
3. After checking, tighten the check bolt to the
specified torque.
Check bolt torque:
7 N.m (0.7 Kgf.m, 5.0 lbf.ft)
1. Check bolt
6-9 Oil pressure
1. Remove the check bolt 1 in the cylinder head.
2. Start the engine and keep it idling until oil flows out
of the bleed hole. If no oil comes out after one
minute, turn off the engine immediately so it will
not seize. In such a case go to the nearest Yamaha
dealer or other qualified mechanic for repairs.
3. After checking, tighten the check bolt to the
specified torque.
Check bolt torque:
7 N.m (0.7 Kgf.m, 5.0 lbf.ft)
1. Check bolt