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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. C.D.I.
Charging system:
A.C. magnetoBattery:Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
LED
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 × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LEDTurn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU26351
Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26381
Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
2. Code re-registering key (red bow)
3. Standard keys (black bow)
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-2
9
EAU26470
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the rider seat. (See page 3-17.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.1. Model label
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INDEXAAir filter element, checking .................... 6-16
Air intake duct ....................................... 6-18
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ............................................ 3-14
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-15
Brake pedal position, adjusting ............. 6-23CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-28
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-22
Coolant.................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-6DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-13
Drive chain, lubricating.......................... 6-28
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-26EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-9Engine stop switch................................ 3-13
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-24
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-20
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-31
Fuel....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-33HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-12
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-13
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-35
Helmet holders ..................................... 3-18
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-24
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-37
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-23MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-13
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-24SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-17
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-14
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-22
Sidestand .............................................. 3-24
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-30
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-13
Steering, checking................................. 6-31
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-19
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-38TTachometer ............................................. 3-8
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-36
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-19
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INDEX
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-29
Tires...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-43
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-36
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-13VValve clearance, adjusting.................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-32
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-39
Wheel (rear).......................................... 6-41
Wheels.................................................. 6-22
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2003.08-1.1×1 CR
(E)5SL-28199-E1
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