MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-1
7
EAU26060
Care While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor-
cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your
motorcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod-ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
ECA10770
Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with mild detergent and water to
clean plastic.
Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent orthinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound afterwashing.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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7 After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.NOTE:Salt sprayed on roads in the winter mayremain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
CAUTION:
ECA10790
Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of thesalt.
2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick-
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11130
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-nering behavior.
CAUTION:
ECA10800
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
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7
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
NOTE:Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice onwhat products to use.
EAU26241
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.CAUTION:
ECA10810
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.3. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps
and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto
the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2230 mm (87.8 in)
Overall width:
750 mm (29.5 in)
Overall height:
1450 mm (57.1 in)
Seat height:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3100 mm (122.0 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
295.0 kg (650 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement:
1298.0 cm³ (79.20 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
79.0 × 66.2 mm (3.11 × 2.61 in)
Compression ratio:
10.80 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE20W40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.80 L (4.02 US qt) (3.34 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.00 L (4.23 US qt) (3.52 Imp.qt)Final gear oil:Type:
Shaft drive gear oil
Quantity:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt) (0.18 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Dry elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
25.0 L (6.61 US gal) (5.50 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
5.5 L (1.45 US gal) (1.21 Imp.gal)Fuel injector:Manufacturer:
NIPPON INJECTORModel/quantity:
INP-151/4
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Manufacturer/model:
DENSO/U24ESR-N
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
75/48 (1.563)
Secondary reduction system:
Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
35/37 × 21/27 × 33/9 (2.698)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot and left hand
Gear ratio:
1st:
43/17 (2.529)
2nd:
39/22 (1.773)
3rd:
31/23 (1.348)
4th:
28/26 (1.077)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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8
Headlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 2
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Hazard fuse:
10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
10.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
3.0 A
YCC-S motor control fuse:
30.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
AABS ...................................................... 3-18
ABS warning light ................................... 3-6
Accessory box ...................................... 3-25
Air filter element.................................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-14
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-34
Auxiliary light bulb................................. 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-21
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-19
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluids,
changing ............................................. 6-20
Brake lever ........................................... 3-18
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 6-22
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-21
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Cowlings, opening and closing ............. 3-27DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-15EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch................................ 3-16Engine trouble/YCC-S indicators
and warning light ................................... 3-5
FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-10
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-18
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking...............................6-23
Front turn signal light............................. 6-28
Fuel ....................................................... 3-20
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-21
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-19
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-26GGrip warmer adjusting knob ..................3-31HHandlebar position, adjusting ................ 3-26
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-15
Hand shift control switch ....................... 3-16
Hand shift lever ..................................... 3-17
Hazard switch........................................ 3-16
Headlight beams, adjusting ................... 3-26
Headlight bulb ....................................... 6-28
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-16IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-32
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-6
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing......... 6-29MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-7NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-15
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-18
Rear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-23
Rear view mirrors.................................. 3-28
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-23SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-21
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-17
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-30
Sidestand .............................................. 3-32
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-7
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
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