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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
CAUTION:
ECA15460
Always close the throttle before
shifting gears, otherwise damage to
the engine and drive train may re-sult.
3. Open the throttle gradually.
4. Once the motorcycle has reached
a speed high enough to change
gears, close the throttle.
5. Shift into second gear and release
the shift pedal.
6. Open the throttle gradually.
7. Follow the same procedure when
shifting to the next higher gear.
EAU16710
To decelerate
1. Close the throttle and apply both
the front and the rear brakes to
slow the motorcycle.
2. Downshift through the gears and
shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position when the motorcycle
is almost completely stopped.
EAU39920
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the first 5
hours of riding. It is also important to ac-
custom the rider to the motorcycle dur-
ing this time. Please read the following
information carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first 5
hours of operation. The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided. However, momentary full-
throttle operation under load (i.e., two
to three seconds maximum) does not
harm the engine. Each full-throttle ac-
celeration should be followed with a
substantial rest period for the engine.
To allow the engine to cool down from
the temporary buildup of heat, cruise at
a lower engine speed.
After the first 5 hours of operation, thor-
oughly check the motorcycle for loose
parts, oil leakage and any other prob-
lems. Be sure to inspect and make ad-justments thoroughly, especially cable
and drive chain slack and loose
spokes. In addition, check all fittings
and fasteners for looseness, and tight-
en if necessary.
CAUTION:
ECA10270
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
1305 mm (51.4 in)
Overall width:
595 mm (23.4 in)
Overall height:
775 mm (30.5 in)
Seat height:
555 mm (21.9 in)
Wheelbase:
925 mm (36.4 in)
Ground clearance:
135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1400 mm (55.1 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
57.0 kg (126 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
49.0 cm³ (2.99 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
36.0 × 48.6 mm (1.42 × 1.91 in)
Compression ratio:
9.50 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40 
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50 
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or SAE20W40 
(CAN)
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higherEngine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt) (0.70 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only 
(AUT)(BEL)(CAN)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
Unleaded gasoline only (AUS)(NZL)
Fuel tank capacity:
3.1 L (0.82 US gal) (0.68 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
0.4 L (0.11 US gal) (0.09 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type × quantity:
VM11 x 1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7HSA
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc and centrifugal 
automaticTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
-20 -10  0 
10 20 30 
40 
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
10° 30° 50° 70° 90°
 110°
0°
 130°F
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30)
or SAE 10W30
YAMALUBE 4 (20W40)
or SAE 20W40
–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°
 40° –20°
 50°C
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Primary reduction ratio:
67/18 (3.722)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
37/13 (2.846)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 3-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
39/12 (3.250)
2nd:
33/19 (1.736)
3rd:
28/23 (1.217)Chassis:Frame type:
Steel tube backbone
Caster angle:
25.50 °
Trail:
34.0 mm (1.34 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBYRear tire:Type:
With tubeSize:
2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBY
Tire air pressure (measured on cold 
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
10x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
10x1.40Front brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right hand operationRear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic forkSpring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring
Wheel travel:
96.0 mm (3.78 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
71.0 mm (2.80 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YT4B-BS/GT4B-5
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 2.3 Ah/12 V, 2.5 AhFuse:Fuse:
10.0 A
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