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 ............3-4
Speedometer ..................................3-5
Tachometer ....................................3-6
Multi-function display ......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-13
Handlebar switches ......................3-13
Clutch lever ...................................3-15
Shift pedal .....................................3-16
Brake lever ...................................3-16
Brake pedal ..................................3-16
ABS ..............................................3-17
Fuel tank cap ................................3-17
Fuel ...............................................3-18
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-19
Catalytic converter ........................3-19
Seats ............................................3-20
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-21
Storage compartments .................3-23
Accessory box ..............................3-24Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 3-25
Handlebar position ....................... 3-25
Opening and closing the
cowlings .................................... 3-25
Rear view mirrors ......................... 3-26
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-27
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-28
Grip warmer adjusting knob ......... 3-30
Sidestand ..................................... 3-30
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-31
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 3-33
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
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 ..... 6-5Checking the spark plugs .............. 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-8
Final gear oil ................................ 6-10
Coolant ........................................ 6-12
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-13
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels ................................. 6-18
Clutch lever .................................. 6-19
Rear brake light switch ................ 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-19
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels ................................. 6-20
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids ......................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-22
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
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-20
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Seats Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. Lift the front of the passenger seat
and pull it forward.
To install the passenger seat1. Insert the projections on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat
holders as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.2. Remove the key.
Rider seat
To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Push the rider seat lock lever, lo-
cated under the back of the rider
seat, to the left as shown, and then
pull the seat off.To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into the seat holder
as shown, and then push the rear
of the seat down to lock it in place.
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Rider seat lock lever
2. Rider seat
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3 2. Install the passenger seat.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seats are prop-
erly secured before riding.
The rider seat height can be ad-
justed to change the riding posi-tion. (See page 3-21.)
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Adjusting the rider seat height The rider seat height can be adjusted to
one of two positions to suit the rider’s
preference.
The rider seat height was adjusted to
the lower position at delivery.
To change the rider seat height to
the high position
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-20.)
2. Remove the rider seat height posi-
tion adjuster by pulling it upward.3. Move the rider seat holder cover to
the lower position as shown.
4. Install the rider seat height position
adjuster so that the “H” mark is
aligned with the match mark.1. Low position
2. High position
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
1. Rider seat holder cover
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3 6. Align the projection on the bottom
of the rider seat with the “L” posi-
tion slot, and then push the rear of
the seat down to lock it in place as
shown.
7. Install the passenger seat.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seats are properlysecured before riding.
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Storage compartments This vehicle is equipped with two stor-
age compartments.
Storage compartment A
Storage compartment A is located un-
der the rider seat. (See page 3-20.)
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in this storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the motorcycle, be
careful not to let any water enter the
storage compartment.Storage compartment B
Storage compartment B is located un-
der the passenger seat. (See page
3-20.)
This storage compartment is designed
to hold an optional genuine Yamaha
CYCLELOK. (Other locks may not fit.)
When placing a CYCLELOK in the stor-
age compartment, securely fasten it
with the straps. When the CYCLELOK
is not in the storage compartment, be
sure to secure the straps to prevent los-
ing them.
1.“L” position slot
1. Storage compartment A
1. Storage compartment B
2. Yamaha CYCLELOK (optional)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-5
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Removing and installing pan-
els The panels shown need to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time a panel needs to
be removed and installed.
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Panel A
To remove the panelRemove the bolts and the quick fasten-
er, and then take the panel off.To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the bolts and the quick
fastener.
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Panel B
To remove the panel1. Remove the seats. (See page
3-20.)
2. Remove the bolts and the quick
fastener screws, and then take the
panel off.
1. Panel A
1. Panel B
1. Panel C
1. Panel A
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
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6To install the panel
1. Place the panel in the original posi-
tion, and then install the bolts and
the quick fastener screws.
2. Install the seats.
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Panel C
To remove the panel1. Remove the seats. (See page
3-20.)
2. Remove the bolt and the quick fas-
tener screws, and then take the
panel off.
To install the panel1. Place the panel in the original posi-
tion, and then install the bolt and
the quick fastener screws.2. Install the seats.
1. Panel B
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener screw
1. Panel C
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener screw
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INDEX
AABS ...................................................... 3-17
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Accessory box ...................................... 3-24
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-13
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-33
Auxiliary light bulb................................. 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-21
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake lever ........................................... 3-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-19
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-24
Clutch lever.................................. 3-15, 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Cowlings, opening and closing ............. 3-25DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-15
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8Engine stop switch ................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-10
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-27
Front fork, checking...............................6-25
Front turn signal light............................. 6-29
Fuel ....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-19
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-17
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-28GGrip warmer adjusting knob ..................3-30HHandlebar position, adjusting ................ 3-25
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch........................................ 3-15
Headlight beams, adjusting ................... 3-25
Headlight bulb ....................................... 6-29
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-31
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-30
MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch ......................... 6-19
Rear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-24
Rear view mirrors.................................. 3-26
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-21SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-20
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-16
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-28
Sidestand .............................................. 3-30
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-14
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