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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Location of important labels ............1-4
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch [TT-R90E(W)] ..............3-1
Handlebar switches ........................3-1
Shift pedal .......................................3-2
Brake lever .....................................3-2
Brake pedal ....................................3-2
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-3
Fuel .................................................3-3
Fuel tank breather hose ..................3-4
Fuel cock ........................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever .......................3-6
Kickstarter .......................................3-6
Seat ................................................3-7
Sidestand ........................................3-7
Starting circuit cut-off system
[TT-R90E(W)] ...............................3-8
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS..............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting and warming up a
cold engine [TT-R90(W)] ............. 5-1
Starting and warming up a
cold engine [TT-R90E(W)] ........... 5-2
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking [TT-R90(W)] ....................... 5-4
Parking [TT-R90E(W)]..................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing the
cowling and panel ....................... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil ....................................... 6-8
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Cleaning the spark arrester .......... 6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 6-13
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-13
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-14Valve clearance ........................... 6-14
Tires ............................................. 6-15
Spoke wheels .............................. 6-16
Accessories and replacement
parts ......................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever
free play .................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal
free play .................................... 6-17
Checking the front and rear
brake shoes .............................. 6-18
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-18
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake lever ................................ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-22
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-23
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24
Battery [TT-R90E(W)] ................... 6-24U3P281E0.book Page 1 Monday, April 17, 2006 11:26 AM
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
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Right view1. Spark arrester (page 6-12)
2. Seat (page 3-7)
3. Kickstarter (page 3-6)
4. Fuse [TT-R90E(W)] (page 6-26)
5. Fuel tank (page 3-3)
6. Air filter element (page 6-10)
7. Spark plug cap (page 6-7)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-2)9. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)U3P281E0.book Page 2 Monday, April 17, 2006 11:26 AM
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
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Controls and instruments1. Left handlebar switch (page 3-1)
2. Brake lever (page 3-2)
3. Throttle grip (page 6-14)
4. Right handlebar switch [TT-R90E(W)] (page 3-1)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-3)
6. Main switch [TT-R90E(W)] (page 3-1)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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Shift pedal This motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 3-speed transmission. The
shift pedal is located on the left side of
the engine. Neutral is at the bottom po-
sition.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
1. Shift pedal
1. Brake lever
1. Brake pedal
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
3
With the engine turned off:
1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
”.
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
6. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES
NOTE:
a warmed-up engine.
NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES
NO
This check is most reliable if performed with
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-3
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-8
Front brakeCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-17, 6-18
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-17, 6-18
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-14, 6-21
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-21
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-18, 6-20
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-15, 6-16
Shift pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.6-21
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-21
Brake leverMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.6-22
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-22
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Engine stop switchCheck operation.3-1 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
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Shifting This motorcycle has a 3-speed trans-
mission with a centrifugal, automatic
clutch. Shifting gears lets you control
the amount of engine power available
for starting off, accelerating, climbing
hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.NOTE:To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of itstravel.
CAUTION:
ECA15441
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.
Always release the throttle grip
before changing gears to avoid
damaging the engine, transmis-
sion, and drive train, which are
not designed to withstand the
shock of shifting when the throt-tle grip is open.
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To start out and accelerate
1. Close the throttle.
2. Shift into first gear and release the
shift pedal.
CAUTION:
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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.
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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.
1. Shift pedal
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