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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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 Motorcycle and this manual. If
there is any question concerning this manual, please consult your YAMAHA dealer. The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION ! BECOME ALERT ! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED !
NOTE :CAUTION :WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions to the
Motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the Motorcycle.could result in severe injuryA 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.
NOTE :
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TABLE OF CONTENTSAir filter ...........................................................6-10
Carburetor adjustment ................................. 6-11
Idle speed adjustment .................................6-12
Throttle cable free play adjustment .............6-12
Valve clearance adjustment .........................6-13
Tyres ..............................................................6-13
Wheels ..........................................................6-15
Clutch lever free play adjustment ................6-16
Front brake adjustment ................................6-16
Rear brake adjustment ................................6-17
Brake light switch adjustment .....................6-17
Checking the brake shoes ...........................6-18
Drive chain slack check ................................6-18
Drive chain slack adjustment ......................6-19
Drive chain lubrication ..................................6-21
Cable inspection and lubrication .................6-21
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ...............6-21
Brake and shift pedal lubrication .................6-22
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ................6-22
Center and sidestand lubrication ................6-22
Front fork inspection .....................................6-23
Steering inspection ......................................6-23
Wheel bearings ............................................6-24
Battery ...........................................................6-24Fuse replacement ........................................6-26
Headlight bulb replacement ........................6-27
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement..................................................6-28
Front wheel removal .....................................6-28
Front wheel installation ................................6-30
Rear wheel removal .....................................6-30
Rear wheel installation ................................6-32
Troubleshooting...........................................6-32
Troubleshooting chart ..................................6-33
CLEANING & STORAGE
A. Cleaning .................................................... 7-1
B. Storage ...................................................... 7-2
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... 8-1
CUSTOMER INFORMATION........................... 9-1
Key identification number ............................. 9-1
Frame serial number ................................... 9-1
Engine serial number .................................. 9-1
DETATCHMENTS
Pre-Delivery Inspection ................................10-1
Installation....................................................10-5
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Main switch cum steering
lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
ON:
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
OFF:
Engine will be shut off. All electrical
circuits are switched off. The key can
be removed in this position.
1. Push
2. Release
3. TurnLOCK:
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off.
The key can be removed in this
position.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left or right. With
the key at "OFF", push it into the main
switch and release it, turn it counter-
clockwise to "LOCK" and remove it. To
release the lock, turn the key to
"OFF".
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
WARNING
Never turn the key to "LOCK" when
the Motorcycle is moving.
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This tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. The key
cannot be removed if the cap is not
locked properly.
Be sure the cap is properly
installed and locked in place
before riding the Motorcycle.WARNING
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel levelFuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the
illustration.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the
bottom of the filler tube to avoid
Spillage
1. OpenFuel tank capTO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/4 turn
clockwise. The lock will be released
and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with
the key inserted. To remove the key,
turn it counterclockwise to the
original position.
Ensure the arrow on fuel tank is
towards the Front of the bike when
inserting Fuel Tank Cap in Fuel
Tank.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
NOTE :
3-5
WARNING
WARNING
1
2
1
1. Arrow
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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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1. Key identification numberKey identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped on the key.
Record this number in the space
provided and use it for reference
when obtaining a new key.
1. Frame serial numberThe frame serial number is stamped
into the steering head pipe on right
hand side.Frame serial number
1. Engine serial numberThe engine serial number is
stamped into the right hand
crankcase.Engine serial number
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
9-1