TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Speedometer unit ...........................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-5
Clutch lever .....................................3-7
Shift pedal .......................................3-7
Brake lever .....................................3-7
Brake pedal ....................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-8
Fuel .................................................3-9
Catalytic converter ........................3-10
Fuel cock ......................................3-10
Starter (choke) knob .....................3-11
Seats ............................................3-11
Helmet holder ...............................3-13
Storage compartment ...................3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-14
Luggage strap holders ..................3-15
Sidestand ......................................3-15Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-16
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-7
Final gear oil ................................. 6-10
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-11
Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-13
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-14Tires ............................................. 6-14
Spoke wheels .............................. 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position
and free play ............................. 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-19
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-20
Checking the front brake fluid
level .......................................... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-24
Checking the front fork ................. 6-24
Checking the steering .................. 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-26
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-28U5SCERE0.book Page 1 Saturday, March 12, 2005 2:08 PM
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3
EAU13440
Catalytic converter This vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the muffler.
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.
EAU13550
Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
ing it.
The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel will not flow. Always turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when the en-
gine is not running.ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors. Turn the
fuel cock lever to this position when
starting the engine and riding.
RES1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5
CAUTION:
ECA10331
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil and final gear oil must
be changed, and the oil filter car-tridge or element replaced.
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.CAUTION:
ECA10270
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
EAU17180
Parking When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, and then
turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
WARNING
EWA10310
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehiclemay overturn.
CAUTION:
ECA10380
Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass orother flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-2
6
EAU17705
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart NOTE:
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.
From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technicalskills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
1*Fuel lineCheck fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2*Fuel filterCheck condition.√√
3 Spark plugsCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
4*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√
5 Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
6ClutchCheck operation.
Adjust.√√√√√
7*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
8*Rear brakeCheck operation and adjust brake pedal free play.√√√√√ √
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2450 mm (96.5 in)
Overall width:
930 mm (36.6 in)
Overall height:
1105 mm (43.5 in)
Seat height:
710 mm (28.0 in)
Wheelbase:
1625 mm (64.0 in)
Ground clearance:
140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3500 mm (137.8 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
249.0 kg (549 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement:
649.0 cm³ (39.60 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
81.0 × 63.0 mm (3.19 × 2.48 in)
Compression ratio:
9.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)Final gear oil:Type:
SAE80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.19 L (0.20 US qt) (0.17 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Dry elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline onlyFuel tank capacity:
16.0 L (4.23 US gal) (3.52 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type x quantity:
BDS28 x 2Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DPR7EA-9
Manufacturer/model:
DENSO/X22EPR-U9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
68/38 (1.789)
Secondary reduction system:
Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
19/18 × 32/11 (3.071)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-5
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever ............................................. 3-7
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Brake pads and shoes, checking.......... 6-20
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-8
Brake pedal position and free play,
adjusting ............................................. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Carburetors, adjusting .......................... 6-12
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-10
Clutch lever............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-6EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter element............... 6-7
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-6
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-10
Front fork, checking...............................6-24
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-5
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-28
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-13
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-16
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLuggage strap holders .......................... 3-15MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1Pass switch ............................................. 3-6
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-19SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-11
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-14
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-24
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-6
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) knob ............................. 3-11
Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-31TThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
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