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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Gear ratio:
1st:
38/15 (2.533)
2nd:
33/16 (2.063)
3rd:
37/21 (1.762)
4th:
35/23 (1.522)
5th:
30/22 (1.364)
6th:
33/26 (1.269)Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
24.00 °
Trail:
97.0 mm (3.82 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/Pilot POWER C
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D218FLRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
190/50 ZR17M/C (73W)Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/Pilot POWER G
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D218L
Loading:Maximum load:
202 kg (445 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:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
Loading condition:
90–202 kg (198–445 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
High-speed riding:
Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT6.00Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
130.0 mm (5.12 in)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.6 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 4
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
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Turn signal light fuse:
10.0 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
EAU33941
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-19.) Record the information on this la-
bel in the space provided. This informa-
tion will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA12371
Do not touch either muffler bracket,
located under the muffler bracket
covers, until the exhaust system hascooled.1. Model label
1. Muffler bracket cover
2. Muffler bracket
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-36BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-22
Brake lever ........................................... 3-15
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-25
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-18
Clutch lever........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, lubricating ......................... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system ....................................... 3-25FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-20Front fork, checking...............................6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-18
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-16
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-30
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch........................................ 3-14
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-32
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-26
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-24MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-8NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4
PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-6
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-21SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-15
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-22
Sidestand .............................................. 3-25
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-14
Steering, checking ................................ 6-28
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-27TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-16
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-25
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
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INDEXTroubleshooting .................................... 6-41
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-42
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-35
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance .................................... 6-17
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-28
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-38
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-40
Wheels .................................................. 6-20
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