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
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Speedometer ..................................3-5
Tachometer ....................................3-5
Self-diagnosis device ......................3-5
Multi-function display ......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-7
Handlebar switches ........................3-7
Clutch lever .....................................3-9
Shift pedal .......................................3-9
Brake lever ...................................3-10
Brake pedal ..................................3-10
Fuel tank cap ................................3-11
Fuel ...............................................3-11
Fuel tank breather hose ................3-12
Catalytic converter ........................3-13
Fuel cock ......................................3-13
Starter (choke) lever .....................3-14
Seat ..............................................3-14
Helmet holder ...............................3-15
Storage compartment ...................3-15Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................ 3-17
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-18
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 a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
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 ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-8
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-11Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-12
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-12
Valve clearance ........................... 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels ................................. 6-16
Clutch lever .................................. 6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-16
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-17
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels ................................. 6-18
Changing the brake and
clutch fluids ............................... 6-19
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-19
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-23
Lubricating the swingarm
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view1. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-18)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-13)
3. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-17)
4. Luggage strap holder (page 3-18)
5. Seat lock/helmet holder (page 3-14/page 3-15)
6. Throttle stop screw (page 6-12)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-9)
8. Engine oil filter element (page 6-8)
9. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-8)U5WME3E0.book Page 1 Thursday, August 4, 2005 8:48 AM
DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-9)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-7)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-14)
4. Speedometer (page 3-5)
5. Multi-function display (page 3-6)
6. Tachometer (page 3-5)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-7)
8. Brake lever (page 3-10)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-12)
10.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)U5WME3E0.book Page 3 Thursday, August 4, 2005 8:48 AM
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EAU10471
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering.NOTE:Be sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-registering.
EAU33590
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight and
auxiliary light come on, and the engine
can be started. The key cannot be re-
moved.NOTE:The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even ifthe engine stalls.
EAU10660
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU10690
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.1. Push.
2. Turn.
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3 To unlock the steering
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
WARNING
EWA10060
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or“LOCK”.
EAU33000
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on. The hazard
light and turn signal lights can be turned
on, but all other electrical systems are
off. The key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
CAUTION:
ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-wise the battery may discharge.
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. Neutral indicator light “”
3. Oil level warning light “”
4. High beam indicator light “”
5. Right turn signal indicator light “”
6. Immobilizer system indicator light
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CAUTION:
ECA10040
When the tachometer displays an er-
ror code, the vehicle should be
checked as soon as possible in or-der to avoid engine damage.
EAU33572
Multi-function display The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)
two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)
a fuel meter
a clock
NOTE:Be sure to turn the key to “ON” before
using the “SELECT” and “RESET” but-tons.
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP 1” and “TRIP 2” in the following
order:
ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 → ODO
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the “SELECT” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. The tripmeters can be
used to estimate the distance that can
be traveled with a full tank of fuel. This
information will enable you to plan fu-
ture fuel stops.
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel meter disappear to-
wards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When only one segment is
left near “E”, refuel as soon as possible.
1. Clock
2. Fuel meter
3. Odometer/tripmeters
4.“RESET” button
5.“SELECT” button
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NOTE:This fuel meter is equipped with a self-
diagnosis system. If the electrical circuit
is defective, the display segments and
symbol “” will flash. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-trical circuit.
Clock mode
To set the clock:1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push the “SELECT” button and
“RESET” button together for at
least two seconds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
4. Push the “SELECT” button, and
the minute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “RESET” button to set
the minutes.
6. Push the “SELECT” button and
then release it to start the clock.
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
EAU12344
Handlebar switches Left1. Pass switch “PA S S”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Hazard switch “”
4. Turn signal switch “/”
5. Horn switch “”
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EAU13070
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
NOTE:The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11090
Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
EAU13220
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. When refueling, be sure to in-
sert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank
filler hole and to fill the tank to the bot-
tom of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
EWA10880
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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