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Pushing the “SET” button when in the
tripmeter mode switches the display
between the different tripmeter func-
tions in the following order:
Distance
Time Average speed
Distance
If the fuel level warning light comes on
(See page 3-3.), the display will auto-
matically change to the fuel reserve
tripmeter mode “Trip/fuel” and start
counting the distance traveled from
that point. In that case, pushing the
“SET” button switches the display
between the various tripmeter and
odometer modes in the following
order:
Trip/Fuel
Trip 1 Trip 2 Total
Trip/fuelTo reset a tripmeter, select it by pus-
hing the “MODE” button, and then
push the “SET” button for at least one
second. If you do not reset the fuel
reserve tripmeter manually, it will
reset itself automatically and the dis-
play will return to the prior mode after
refueling and traveling 5 km.
Clock mode
To set the clock:
1. When the display is in the “Total”
mode, push the “SET” button for
at least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flas-
hing, push the “SET” button to
set the hours.3. Push the “MODE” button, and
the minute digits will start flas-
hing.
4. Push the “SET” button to set the
minutes.
5. Push the “MODE” button and
then release it to start the clock.
The display will return to the
“Total” mode.
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Ambient temperature display
1. Frost warning indicator“”2. Negative symbol “–”
3. Ambient temperature
This display shows the ambient tem-
perature from-30°C to 50°C.
The frost warning indicator“”
automatically comes on if the tempe-
rature is lower than 3°C
Service indicator
1. Service indicator
When periodic maintenance and
lubrication is necessary (See page 6-
3.), “Service” will appear in the dis-
play until the Service indicator reset is
made.
T
o reset the service indicator:
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “MODE” and “SET” but-
ton pushed for two to five
seconds.
3. Release the buttons, and the ser-
vice indicator will go off.
NOTE:
The service indicator will come
on at the initial 1000 km and
every 3000 km thereafter.
If periodic maintenance and
lubrication is performed before
the service indicator comes on,
the indicator must be reset as
soon as possible so that it comes
for the next periodic maintenance
and lubrication interval.
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped
with an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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DimensionsOverall length
2210 mm (87.0 in)
Overall width
790 mm (31.1 in)
Overall height
1380 mm (54.3 in)
Seat height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Wheelbase
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance
113 mm (4.45 in)
Minimum turning radius
3650 mm (143.7 in)
WeightWith oil and fuel
174 kg (383.67 lb)
EngineEngine type
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement
249.7 cm
315.24 cu*in
Bore x stroke
69.0 mm x 66.8 mm (2.71 x 2.63 in)
Compression ratio
10.1:1
Starting system
Electric starter
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Oil type or gradeEngine oil
SAE 10W30
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantityWithout oil filter element replacement
1.2 L (1.27 US qt) (1.06 Imp qt)
With oil filter element replacement
1.4 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp qt)
Final transmission oilType
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) of SAE10W30
type SE motorolie
Quantity
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp qt)
Cooling systemRadiator capacity (including all routes)
0.34 L (0.36 US qt) (0.30 Imp qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark)
0.46 L (0.49 US qt) (0.40 Imp qt)
Air filterAir filter element
Oil-coated paper element
Recommended fuelRecommended fuel
Unleaded fuel
Fuel tank capacity
12 L (3.17 US gal) (2.64 Imp gal)
Fuel reserve amount
2 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44 Imp gal)
CarburetorManufacturer
KEIHIN
Type x quantity
1C0 x 1
Spark plug (s)Manufacturer/model
NGK / DR8EA
Spark plug gap
0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.027 in)
ClutchClutch type
Dry, automatic centrifugal
TransmissionPrimary reduction system
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio
40/14 (2.857)
Transmission type
V-belt automatic
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Operation
Centrifugal automatic type
ChassisFrame type
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle
28 º
Trail
100 mm (3.94 in)
Front tireType
Tubeless
Size
120/70-15 M/C 56P or 56S
Manufacturer/model
Michelin / Gold Standard
Rear tireType
Tubeless
Size
140/70-14 M/C 68P or 68S
Manufacturer/model
Michelin / Gold Standard
LoadingMaximum load
181 kg (399.1 lb)
Load is total weight of the equipement, dri-
ver, passenger and accessories
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires)
Loading condition
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front
190 kPa (27 psi) (1.9 kgf/cm
2)Rear
220 kPa (31 psi) (2.2 kgf/cm
2)
Loading condition
90 kg (198 lb)–Maximum load
Front
210 kPa (30 psi) (2.1 kgf/cm
2)
Rear
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.5 kgf/cm2)
Front wheelWheel type
Aluminium wheel
Rim size
15 x MT3.5
Rear wheelWheel type
Aluminium wheel
Rim size
14 x MT3.75
Front brakeType
Single disc brake
Operation
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Rear brakeType
Single disc brake
Operation
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Front suspensionType
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
110 mm (4.33 in)
Rear suspensionType
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
95 mm (3.74 in)
Electrical systemIgnition system
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system
AC magneto
BatteryManufacturer/model
Yuasa/YTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantityHeadlight
12 V, 35.0 W / 35.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light
12 V, 5.0 W x 2
Tail/brake light
12 V, 21.0 W / 5.0 W x 2
Front turn signal light
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
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EAU26351
Identification numbers
Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26381
Key identification number
1. Key tag
2. Master key
3. Keys
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.Record this
number in the space provided and
use it for reference when ordering a
new key.
EAU26410
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame.
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your
motorcycle with the licensing autho-
rity in your area.
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EAU26540
Model label
1- Model label
The model label is affixed to the bot-
tom of the seat. (See page 3-13.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
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