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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
1. Before riding this Motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
YAMAHA dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
2. Never start your engine or let it
run for any length of time in a
closed area. The exhaust fumes
are poisonous and can cause
loss of consciousness.
Always operate your
Motorcycle in an area with
adequate ventilation.
3. Before starting out, always be
sure the side stand is up.
Failure to retract the side stand
completely can result in a
serious accident when you try
to turn a corner.
Starting and warming up a
cold engine1. Turn the fuel cock to "ON"
2. Turn the main switch to "ON."
3. Shift the transmission into
neutral.
When the transmission is in neutral,
the neutral indicator light should be on.
If the light does not come on, ask a
YAMAHA dealer to inspect it.
4 Fully open the Starter Lever and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Kick the kick starter to start the
engine.
6. After starting the Engine, turn back
the Starter Lever to the Warming-
up Position (About Half way)7. After Warming-up the Engine,
turn off the Starter Lever
completely.
For better engine performance
always warm up the engine. before
take off. Never open throttle fully
when engine is cold, otherwise
engine tends to stop.
The engine is warm when it
responds normally to the throttle
with the Starter Lever in “OFF”
direction.
5-1
WARNING
NOTE :
NOTE :NOTE :
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
Tips for reducing fuel
consumptionYour Motorcycle's fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can
help reduce fuel consumption:
1. Warm up the engine before riding.
2. Move the strater Lever to “Off” as
soon as possible.
3. Shift up swiftly and avoid high
engine speeds during
acceleration.
4. Do not double-clutch or rev the
engine while shifting down and
avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
5. Turn off the engine instead of
letting it idle for an extended
length of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or rail- road crossings.
6. Do not drive with excessive load
on the Motorcycle.
7. Plan your route in advance.
Running-inThere is never a more important
period in the life of your Motorcycle
than the period between zero and
1,000 kms. For this reason we ask
that you carefully read the following
material. Because the engine is brand
new, you must not put an excessive
load on it for the first 1,000 kms. The
various parts in the engine wear and
polish themselves to the correct
operating clearances. During this
period, prolonged full throttle
operation, or any condition which
might result in excessive heating of
the engine, must be avoided.Be sure to replace the engine
oil as per recommended
schedule.
1,000 kms and below :
Avoid prolonged full-throttle
operation. Vary speed
occasionally.
5-3
CAUTION :
8. Avoid frequent braking.
9. Always maintain your tyre
pressure as per recommendation
10. Get your motorcycle serviced
periodically after every 2000 kms.
If any engine trouble should occur
during the "Running-in" period,
consult a YAMAHA dealer
immediately.
CAUTION :
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE WITH
CONSTANT THROTTLE OPENING FOR VERY LONG DISTANCE
5-4
ParkingWhen parking the Motorcycle, stop
the engine and remove the ignition
key. Turn the fuel cock to "OFF"
whenever stopping the engine.
The exhaust system is hot. Park
the Motorcycle in a place where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch the Motorcycle. Do
not park the Motorcycle on a slope
or soft ground; the Motorcycle
may overturn.
WARNING
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
VA LV E S
SPARK PLUG
CARBURETOR
AIR FILTER
FUEL LINE
FUEL FILTER
ENGINE OIL
ENGINE OIL
FILTER SCREEN
BRAKE-FRONT &
REAR
Check valve clearances, adjust if necessary.
Check condition, gap;
Clean and reset if necessary.
Check idle speed, Choke lever operation.
Clean, inspect & lubricate. (replace if necessary)
Check fuel hose, for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check for free flow of petrol, cleanliness of filter bowl,
replace if necessary.
Replace with recommended oil - Yamalube SG Grade
(Warm engine before draining)
Wash with petrol
Check operation./ Adjust if necessary.
Grease the brake cam.
ITEM OPERATION SNO
1
2
3
5 4
6
7
8
9
*
WHEELS 13FRONT & REAR
REAR ARM PIVOT CLUTCH
12 11BRAKE SHOES-
10
Check runout, spoke tightness, damage;
Correct it, if necessary. Check for wear, replace if necessary.
Check alignment marks on Push Lever and
Tighten with specified Torque if necessary Check Rear Arm assembly for looseness. Crankcase L.H. Adjust if necessary.
30 Days OR
500-700 KmAFTER EVERY DAYS OR KMS
REPLACE EVERY 10,000 km90 Days OR
2500-2700 Km180 Days OR
4500-5000 KmAFTER
EVERY
2000 KMS
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1. Panel APanel removal and installa-
tionThe panels illustrated need to be
removed to perform some of the
maintenance described in this
manual. Refer to this section each
time a panel has to be removed or
reinstalled.
2. Panel BPERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-51. Lug
2. Panel A
3. Lug
Removal of Panel AUnlock the panel.
Pull the lug 1 towards you to remove
it from the fuel tank.
Slide the panel A towards the Front
of the motorcycle for removing the
lug 3 to free the panel.
2
3 1
2
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-6 1. Lug
2. Lug
Removal of Panel BLoosen screw completely and follow
the same procedure as for
removing panel A.
1. Lug
2. LugInstallation of Panel ASlide the panel towards the Rear of
the motorcycle for inserting the lug
2 in the slot given in the frame.
Insert and push the lug 1 in the
fuel tank ensuring proper seating.
After proper seating of the panel A,
lock it.
1. Lug.
2. LugInstallation of Panel BFollow the same procedure as given
for installation of panel A and tighten
the screw for locking.
2 1
1 2
1
2
1
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CAUTION :
CAUTION :
Make sure the air filter is
properly seated in the air filter
case.
The engine should never be run
without the air filter installed.
Excessive piston and/or
cylinder wear may result.
Dirty Element Air Cleaner
causes excessive fuel
consumption and loss of
power.
Clean Element Air Cleaner after
every 2000 Kms.
The Element Air Cleaner should
be cleaned and lubricated more
frequently (every 1000 kms), if
Motorcycle is operated in very
dusty (e.g. unpaved, dust laden
roads) conditions.
Carburetor adjustmentThe carburetor is a vital part of the
engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustments. Most adjust-
ments should be left to a YAMAHA
dealer who has the professional
knowledge and experience to do so.
However, the following may be
serviced by the owner as part of
routine maintenance.
The carburetor is set at the
YAMAHA factory after many
tests. If the settings are changed,
poor engine performance and
damage may result.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR`
6-11
7. Pull the air filter elements over
the frame and install the air filter
in the case.
8. Install the Spring Wire
9. Install the air filter case cover
and panelCAUTION :NOTE :Ensure no distoration/proper
positioning of felt Seal 1 , if
damaged contact YAMAHA Dealer.Do not twist Element Air Cleaner.
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KEEP RECOMMENDED TYRE PRESSURE IN BOTH THE TYRES
2. Locknut
3. Adjusting nut
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction
a to increase free play and in
direction b to decrease free
play.
3. Tighten the locknut.Valve clearance adjustmentThe correct valve clearance
changes with use, resulting in
improper fuel/air supply or engine
noise. To prevent this, the valve
clearance must be adjusted
regularly. This adjustment however,
should be left to a YAMAHA dealer.
1. Tread depth
2. Side wallTyresTo ensure maximum performance,
long service and safe operation,
note the following:
1. Tyre air pressure
Always check and correct the
tyre pressure before operating
the Motorcycle.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
1. Free play