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Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
NOTE:The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11090
Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
EAU13210
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
EWA10880
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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CAUTION:
ECA10070
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
EAU13320
CAUTION:
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different brandor premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
EAU13410
Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
25.0 L (6.61 US gal) (5.50 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal) (1.10 Imp.gal)
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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EAU13430
Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust chamber.
WARNING
EWA10860
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
ECA10700
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
EAU14080
Seats Rider seat
To remove the rider seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
2. Pull the rider seat off.
To install the rider seat1. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into the seat holder
as shown, and then push the rear
of the seat down to lock it in place.2. Remove the key.
Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Remove the rider seat.
2. Pull the passenger seat up.
To install the passenger seat1. Slide the receptacle on the rear of
the passenger seat over the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down.
1. Rider seat lock
2. Unlock.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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2. Install the rider seat.
NOTE:Make sure that the seats are properlysecured before riding.
EAU14411
Storage compartment This storage compartment is designed
to hold an optional genuine Yamaha U-
LOCK. (Other locks may not fit.) When
placing a U-LOCK in the storage com-
partment, securely fasten it with the
straps. When the U-LOCK is not in the
storage compartment, be sure to se-
cure the straps to prevent losing them.
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the motorcycle, be
careful not to let any water enter the
storage compartment.
EAU26882
Accessory box The accessory box is located beside
the meter panel.NOTE:The accessory box can only be opened
when the key is turned to “ON” and thetransmission is in neutral.CAUTION:
ECA11800
Do not place heat-sensitive items in
the accessory box. The accessory
box gets extremely hot especiallywhen the engine is running or is hot.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Yamaha U-LOCK (optional)
1. Accessory box
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Do not deform or damage the
gas cylinder in any way, as this
will result in poor damping per-
formance.
Always have a Yamaha dealerservice the shock absorber.
EAU15290
Locks for the optional side
cases and travel trunk There are three locks in a plastic bag
located beside the owner’s tool kit.
When used to replace the locks of the
optional side cases and travel trunk,
which can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer, these locks can be operated
with the ignition key. Keep these locks
in a safe place to prevent losing them.
EAU15300
Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.NOTE:The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation ofthe ignition circuit cut-off system.)
WARNING
EWA10240
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described
1. Plastic bag containing locks
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When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
or clutch fluid reservoir is level.
Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking or clutch
performance.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking or clutch per-
formance.
The brake or clutch fluid reservoir
diaphragm will lose its shape from
the negative pressure if the fluid
level goes down too far. Be sure to
return the diaphragm to its original
shape before installing it into the
brake or clutch fluid reservoir.
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake or clutch fluid reser-
voir when refilling. Water willsignificantly lower the boiling point
of the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22750
Changing the brake and
clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake and clutch fluids at the intervals
specified in the NOTE after the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. In
addition, have the oil seals of the brake
and clutch master cylinders and cali-
pers as well as the brake and clutch
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake and clutch hoses: Replace
every four years.
Recommended brake and clutch flu-
id:
DOT 4 brake fluid
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EAU23653
Replacing the fuses The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located un-
der panel A. Both the electronic fuel in-
jection fuse, the main fuse and the ABS
motor fuse are located under panel D.
The main fuse and the ABS motor fuse
are located beside the battery. (See
page 6-5.)If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.1. Electronic fuel injection fuse
2. Electronic fuel injection spare fuse
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Windshield motor fuse
5. Radiator fan fuse
6. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
7. Spare fuse
8. Hazard fuse
9. ABS control unit fuse (for ABS models)
10.Parking lighting fuse
1. Main fuse
2. ABS motor fuse (for ABS models)
3. ABS motor spare fuse (for ABS models)
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EAU27000
Replacing a rear turn signal
light bulb or a tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-14.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb by turn-
ing it counterclockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the passenger seat.
EAU27010
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
left auxiliary light bulb) or panel C
(if replacing the right auxiliary light
bulb). (See page 6-5.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the coupler) by turn-
ing the socket counterclockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the coupler) by push-
ing it in and turning it clockwise.
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
2. Tail/brake light bulb socket
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
2. Auxiliary light lead coupler
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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