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 unit ...........................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-6
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Clutch lever .....................................3-7
Shift pedal .......................................3-8
Brake lever .....................................3-8
Brake pedal ....................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-9
Fuel .................................................3-9
Catalytic converter ........................3-10
Fuel cock ......................................3-11
Starter (choke) lever ......................3-12
Seats ............................................3-12
Helmet holder ...............................3-13
Storage compartment ...................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-15
Luggage strap holders ..................3-16
Sidestand ......................................3-17Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-17
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 the
panel ........................................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-5
Engine oil ....................................... 6-7
Final gear oil ................................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-11
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-12Valve clearance ........................... 6-12
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Spoke wheels .............................. 6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play .................................... 6-15
Adjusting the brake lever
free play .................................... 6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-17
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-17
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-21
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-21
Checking the front fork ................. 6-21
Checking the steering .................. 6-22
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-23
Battery ......................................... 6-23
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-24
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU14871
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly The shock absorber assembly is locat-
ed under the rider seat and is equipped
with a spring preload adjusting ring.CAUTION:
ECA10100
Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum orminimum settings.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-12.)
2. Remove each quick fastener from
the ignitor unit panel by pushing
the center in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out.3. Pull the ignitor unit panel out to the
right.
4. Remove the mudguard by remov-
ing each quick fastener.5. To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension,
turn the adjusting ring in direction
(a). To decrease the spring pre-
load and thereby soften the sus-
pension, turn the adjusting ring in
direction (b).
NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position in-
dicator on the shock absorber.
Use the special wrench included in
the owner’s tool kit to make the ad-justment.
1. Quick fastener
1. Ignitor unit panel
1. Quick fastener
2. Mudguard
1
2
1. Position indicator
2. Spring preload adjusting ring
3. Special wrench
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36. Install the mudguard and ignitor
unit panel by installing the quick
fasteners.
NOTE:To install a quick fastener, push the pin
back so that it will protrude from the fas-
tener head, and then insert the fastener
and push the protruding pin in until it isflush with the fastener head.7. Install the rider seat.
WARNING
EWA10220
This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. For prop-
er handling, read and understand
the following information before
handling the shock absorber. The
manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for property damage or
personal injury that may result from
improper handling.
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the gas cylinder.
Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber to an open flame or other
high heat sources, otherwise it
may explode due to excessive
gas pressure.
Do not deform or damage the
gas cylinder in any way, as this
will result in poor damping per-
formance.
Always have a Yamaha dealerservice the shock absorber.
EAU15150
Luggage strap holders There is a luggage strap holder on each
passenger footrest.
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
4
Maximum (hard):
91. Quick fastener (after removal)
2. Quick fastener (before installation)
1. Luggage strap holder
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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EAU26060
Care While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor-
cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your
motorcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod-ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
ECA10770
Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with mild detergent and water to
clean plastic.
Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent orthinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound afterwashing.
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