2007 YAMAHA TTR90 warning

INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TT-R90(W)/TT-R90E(W). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast expe-
rience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts-
manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:

READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOTORCYCLE. MAKE SURE YOU UNDER-
STAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.


PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ON THE MOTORCYCLE.


NEVER OPERATE A MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING OR INSTRUCTION.


WEIGHT OF THE RIDER SHOULD NOT EXCEED 40 kg (88 lb).
AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS:
This motorcycle is not a toy. Before you let your child ride this motorcycle, you should understand the instructions and warn-
ings in this Owner’s Manual. Then be sure your child understands and will follow them. Children differ in skills, physical abil-
ities, and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate a motorcycle safely. Parents should supervise their child’s
use of the motorcycle at all times. Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that the child has the ability to
operate the motorcycle safely.
MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT UPON
THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE OF THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERA-
TOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:


OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF MOTORCYCLE
OPERATION.
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INTRODUCTION

OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.


OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.


OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND/OR WHEN
MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:NOTE:

This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle
is subsequently sold.


Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycleand this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.WARNING
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE.The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE:
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
WARNING
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THIS MOTORCYCLE IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY. IT IS ILLEGAL TO OPER-
ATE THIS MOTORCYCLE ON ANY PUBLIC STREET, ROAD OR HIGHWAY. SUCH USE IS PROHIBITED BY LAW.
THIS MOTORCYCLE COMPLIES WITH ALMOST ALL STATE OFF-HIGHWAY NOISE LEVEL AND SPARK ARRESTER
LAWS AND REGULATIONS. PLEASE CHECK YOUR LOCAL RIDING LAWS AND REGULATIONS BEFORE OPERAT-ING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.FRONT : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
REAR : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
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TIRE INFOMATION
La pression des pneus à froid doit normalement
être réglée comme suit.
AVANT : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
ARRIERE
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
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INFORMATION SUR LES PNEUS
WARNING
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BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL AND ALL LABELS.
NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing
control if you carry a passenger.NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS. You can collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle on a public road.ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET,
eye protection, and protective clothing.
AVERTISSEMENT
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LIRE LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE ANSI QUE TOUTES LES
ETIQUETTES AVANT D’UTILISER CE VEHICULE.
NE JAMAIS TRANSPORTER DE PASSAGER. La conduite avec
passager augmente les risques de perte de contrôle.
NE JAMAIS ROULER SUR DES CHEMINS PUBLICS.
Vous pourriez entrer en collision avec un aulre véhicule.
TOUJOURS PORTER UN CASQUE DE MOTOCYCLISTE
APPROUVE, des lunettes et des vêlements de protection.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into
the tank opening, and then turn it clock-
wise.
WARNING
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
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For CanadaCAUTION:
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a pump octane number
1. Fuel tank cap
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
4.2 L (1.11 US gal) (0.92 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
0.5 L (0.13 US gal) (0.11 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Seat To remove the seat
Remove the nuts, and then pull the seat
off.
To install the seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the seat into the seat holders as
shown.2. Place the seat in the original posi-
tion, and then tighten the nuts.
NOTE:Make sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
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Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
WARNING
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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resultingin a possible loss of control.
1. Nut
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Starting circuit cut-off system
[TT-R90E(W)]The starting circuit cut-off system pre-
vents starting when the transmission is
in gear.
Periodically check the operation of the
starting circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
WARNING
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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system be-fore riding.
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