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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
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Fuel gauge ......................................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-3
Shift pedal .......................................3-4
Brake lever .....................................3-4
Brake pedal ....................................3-5
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-5
Fuel .................................................3-6
Catalytic converter ..........................3-6
Starter (choke) lever ........................3-7
Kickstarter .......................................3-7
Seat ................................................3-7
Helmet holders ...............................3-8
Storage compartment .....................3-8
Sidestand ........................................3-9
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS..............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting and warming up 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 ........................................... 5-5
General note .................................. 5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel ..................... 6-5
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-11
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-13
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ............................ 6-16
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Spoke wheels ............................... 6-18Checking the brake lever
free play .................................... 6-19
Adjusting the brake pedal
free play .................................... 6-19
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-20
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ...................... 6-20
Checking the front brake
fluid level .................................. 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Lubricating the brake lever .......... 6-25
Lubricating the brake pedal ......... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-25
Lubricating the
swingarm pivots ........................ 6-26
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering .................. 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery ......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuse ....................... 6-29
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-30U5YPE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:22 PM
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Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb or an auxiliary light bulb .... 6-31
Rear turn signal light and
tail/brake light ............................ 6-31
Front wheel ................................... 6-32
Rear wheel ................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-35
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-36
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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DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view1. Front turn signal/auxiliary lights (page 6-31)
2. Headlight (page 6-30)
3. Battery (page 6-28)
4. Storage compartment (page 3-8)
5. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
6. Seat lock (page 3-7)
7. Tail/brake light (page 6-31)
8. Rear turn signal lights (page 6-31)9. Shift pedal (page 3-4)
10.Coolant reservoir (page 6-11)U5YPE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:22 PM
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
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Right view1. Kickstarter (page 3-7)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
3. Fuse (page 6-29)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-8)
5. Air filter element (page 6-13)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-21)
7. Engine oil filter element (page 6-9)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-5)9. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-9)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
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Controls and instruments1. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
2. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
3. Fuel gauge (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Right handlebar switch (page 3-3)
6. Brake lever (page 3-4)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-15)U5YPE0E0.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:22 PM
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to “” . To signal a le ft-hand
turn, push this swit ch to “”. When re-
leased, the swit ch returns to the center
position. To ca ncel the turn signal
lights, push the swit ch in after it has re-
tu rn ed to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “” .
Push th is switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
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See page 5-1 for star ting instruc-tions prior to starting the en gine.
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Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine. This motorcycle is
equipped with a constant-mesh 4
speed transmission.NOTE:Use your toes to shift up and your heelto shift down.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pu ll the lever to wa rd the handle-
bar grip.
1. Shift pedal
1. Brake lever
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Light switch " / "Set the switch to " " to turn on the
position light, meter lighting, taillight
an headlight also. Set the switch to " "
to turn off all the light
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-7.)
2. Turn the fuel tank cap counter-
clockwise and pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening and turn it clockwise
until the “” marks on the cap and
tank are aligned.
2. Close the seat.
WARNING
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap
2.“” mark
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-6
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9
CoolantCheck coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-11
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-20, 6-21
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-20
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-15, 6-24
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-22, 6-23
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