PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
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4th:
29/28 (1.035)
5th:
23/28 (0.821)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Semi double cradle
Caster angle:
25.17 °
Trail:
92.0 mm (3.62 in)
Front tire:
Type:
With tube
Size:
80/100-19M/C 49P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW201
Rear tire:
Type:
With tube
Size:
120/90-16M/C 63P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW202
Loading:
Maximum load:
180 kg (397 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
125 kPa (18 psi) (1.25 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm
2
)
Loading condition:
90–180 kg (198–397 lb)
Front:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear:
175 kPa (25 psi) (1.75 kgf/cm
2
)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
19x1.85
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
16x2.15
Front brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
180.0 mm (7.09 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
172.0 mm (6.77 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 Ah
