
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Safe riding .........................................1-1
Protective apparel .............................1-2
Modifications .....................................1-2
Loading and accessories ..................1-2
Gasoline and exhaust gas ................1-4
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
Multi-function meter unit ...................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Odometer, tripmeter modes ..............3-6
Clock mode .......................................3-7
Self-diagnosis devices ......................3-7
Indicator lights brightness 
control mode ..............................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-8
Handlebar switches...........................3-9
Clutch lever .....................................3-10
Shift pedal .......................................3-10
Brake lever ......................................3-11Brake pedal .....................................3-11
Fuel tank cap...................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ...3-13
Catalytic converter ..........................3-13
Seats ...............................................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ..................................3-16
Sidestand ........................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..........3-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list ....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT 
RIDING POINTS..................................5-1
Starting the engine ............................5-1
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 ........6-6
Checking the spark plug ...................6-6Engine oil and oil filter element.........6-8
Coolant ............................................6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hoses ...6-13
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...6-14
Checking the throttle cable 
free play ...................................6-15
Valve clearance...............................6-15
Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever 
free play ...................................6-19
Checking the front and rear 
brake pads ...............................6-20
Checking the brake fluid level .........6-21
Changing the brake fluid .................6-22
Drive chain slack .............................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the 
drive chain ................................6-24
Checking and lubricating the 
cables .......................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the 
throttle grip and cable ..............6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal ............6-26
Checking and lubricating the 
sidestand ..................................6-27
Lubricating the side suspension .....6-27
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Checking the front fork....................6-27
Checking the steering .....................6-28
Checking the wheel bearings..........6-29
Battery .............................................6-29
Replacing the fuses ........................6-31
Replacing the headlight bulb ..........6-33
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb .....6-34
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...6-34
Replacing a turn signal light bulb....6-35
Replacing the license plate 
light bulb ...................................6-36
Supporting the motorcycle ..............6-36
Front wheel .....................................6-37
Rear wheel ......................................6-38
Troubleshooting ..............................6-39
Troubleshooting charts....................6-40
MOTORCYCLE CARE 
AND STORAGE...................................7-1
Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION..............9-1
Identification numbers .......................9-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (x 1,000 km)
110203040
ANNUAL
CHECK 
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• Check for cracks or damage.
• Replace.
• Check runout and for damage.
• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
• Check bearing for looseness 
or damage.
• Check operation and for excessive play.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
• Check chain slack, alignment and condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring
chain lubricant thoroughly.
• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are 
properly tightened.
• Check operation.
• Lubricate.
• Check operation.
Every 4 years Brake hoses
Wheels
Tires
Wheel bearings
Swingarm
Drive chain
Steering bearings
Chassis fasteners
Sidestand
Sidestand switch
Every 800 km and after washing 
the motorcycle or riding in the rain
Every 20000 km
Every 50000 km
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
ECA10590CAUTION:
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 opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
6-28
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EWA10750
WARNING0
Securely support the motorcycle 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.
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INDEX
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Checking operation procedure .....3-20
Immobilizer system ............................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......3-3
Indicator and warning lights ...............3-4
Coolant temperature warning
light .................................................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ...........3-4
Fuel level warning light ...................3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light...3-3
Neutral indicator light ......................3-4
Turn signal indicator light................3-4
Indicator lights brightness 
control mode ...................................3-8
Instruments ........................................2-3
Instrument and control functions ........3-1
K
Key identification number...................9-1
Keys ...................................................3-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing....6-36
Lubricating the brake and 
clutch levers ..................................6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal..............6-26
Lubricating the cables ......................6-25
Lubricating the drive chain ...............6-24
Lubricating the sidestand .................6-27
Lubricating the throttle grip and 
cable .............................................6-25M
Main switch/steering lock ...................3-2
Model label .........................................9-2
Multi-function meter unit.....................3-5
Clock mode .....................................3-7
Indicator lights brightness 
control mode ...................................3-8
Odometer, tripmeter modes ............3-6
Self-diagnosis devices ....................3-7
Tachometer .....................................3-6
N
Neutral indicator light .........................3-4
O
Odometer, tripmeter modes ...............3-6
Oil filter element ...............................6-10
Operation and important riding 
points ..............................................5-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................6-1
P
Panels, removing and installing .........6-6
Parking ...............................................5-4
Pass switch ........................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and 
lubrication chart ..............................6-2
Periodic maintenance and minor 
repair...............................................6-1
Pre-operation check list .....................4-2
Pre-operation checks .........................4-1R
Rear wheel .......................................6-38
Installing........................................6-38
Removing......................................6-38
Record the identification numbers .....9-1
S
Safety information ..............................1-1
Seats ................................................3-14
Self-diagnosis devices .......................3-7
Shift pedal ........................................3-10
Shifting ...............................................5-2
Shock absorber assembly 
(adjusting) .....................................3-16
Side suspension, lubricating ............6-27
Sidestand .........................................3-18
Sidestand, checking and 
lubricating .....................................6-27
Sidestand switch, checking ..............3-20
Spark plug, checking..........................6-6
Specifications .....................................8-1
Start switch.........................................3-9
Starting the engine .............................5-1
Steering, checking............................6-28
Steering lock ......................................3-2
Storage...............................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...............6-36
T
Tachometer ........................................3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing..........6-34
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ....6-15
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