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6 making sure that all side plates
and rollers have been sufficiently
oiled.
EAU23100
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING
EWA10720
Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafeconditions.
EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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EAUM1650
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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 thatthere 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.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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CAUTION:
ECA10610
Use only distilled water, as tap water
contains minerals that are harmfulto the battery.
6. Check and, if necessary, tighten
the battery lead connections and
correct the breather hose routing.
7. Place the battery cover in the orig-
inal position, and then install the
battery band.
8. Close the seat.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check the specif-
ic gravity of the electrolyte at least
once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals and
that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not
obstructed.
CAUTION:
ECA10600
If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is ex-
posed to electrolyte or gas expelled
from the battery, the frame could
suffer structural and external dam-ages.
EAU23481
Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located under the
seat. (See page 3-7.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
1. Battery breather hose
1. Spare fuse
2. FuseSpecified fuse:
10.0 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Caster angle:25.50 °
Trail: 75.0 mm (2.95 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size: 70/90-17M/C 38P
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/NF63B
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D 102FARear tire:Type:
With tube
Size: 80/90-17M/C 44P
Manufacturer/model: IRC/NR78Y
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D102ALoading:Maximum load:110 kg (243 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: 200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm ²) Rear:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm ²)
Loading condition: 90–110 kg (198 –243 lb)
Front:
200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm ²)
Rear: 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm ²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 17x1.20Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 17x1.60Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Recommended fluid: DOT 3 or 4Rear brake:Type:Drum brake
Operation: Right foot operationFront suspension:Type:Telescopic fork Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 100.0 mm (3.94 in)
Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GM5Z-3B/YB 5L-B
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 5.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 32 W/32.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
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