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TABLE OF CONTENTESSAFETY INFORMATION .................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1Left view ........................................ 2 - 1
Right view ...................................... 2 - 2
Controls and instruments ............. 2 - 3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1 Main switch/steering lock ............. 3 - 1
Indicator and warning lights ........ 3 - 2
Speedometer ................................. 3 - 2
Tachometer .................................... 3 - 3
Multi-function display ................... 3 - 3
Handlebar switches ...................... 3 - 4
Clutch lever ................................... 3 - 5
Shift pedal ..................................... 3 - 6
Brake lever .................................... 3 - 6
Brake pedal ................................... 3 - 6
Fuel tank cap ................................. 3 - 7
Fuel ................................................ 3 - 7
Catalytic converter ........................ 3 - 8
Seat ................................................ 3 - 9
Helmet holder ................................ 3 - 9
Storage compartment .................3-10
Adjusting the shock aborber
assemblies ............................... 3-10
Luggage strap holders ...............3-11
Sidestand ..................................... 3-11
Ignition circuit cut-off system .....3-12 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list ............... 4 - 2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1 Starting the engine ....................... 5 - 1
Shifting ........................................... 5 - 2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption .............................. 5 - 3
Engine break-in ............................ 5 - 3
Parking .......................................... 5 - 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR .................................. 6-1 Owner’s tool kit .............................. 6 - 1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......................... 6 - 2
Removing and installing the cowling and panels ................... 6 - 6
Checking the spark plug .............. 6 - 7
Engine oil and oil filter element ... 6-8
Cleaning the air filter element ... 6-11
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-12
Checking the throttle cable free play .................................... 6-12
Valve clearance .. ........................6-12
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels ................................. 6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .................................... 6-15Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play .............6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ........................................ 6-17
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ..............6-17
Checking the front brake fluid level .......................................... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid ...........6-18
Drive chain slack ........................6-19
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 clutch levers ...........6-21
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ............6-22
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .................................. 6-22
Lubricating the rear
suspension .............................. 6-23
Checking the front fork ...............6-23
Checking the steering ................6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....6-24
Battery .......................................... 6-24
Replacing the fuses ....................6-26
Replacing the headlight bulb ....6-27
Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail/brake light bulb .......6-28
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU23780
Replacing the headlight bulbThis model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.1. Remove the headlight unit by removing the screws.
1
1. Screw2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,and then remove the bulb cover.
2
1
1. Headlight coupler
2. Bulb cover
3. Remove the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the defective bulb.1.Headlight bulb holder
EWA10790
Headlight bulbs get very hot.
Therefore, keep flammable products
away from a lit headlight bulb, and
do not touch the bulb until it has
cooled down.4. Place a new headlight bulb intoposition, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
ECA10660
Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from oil,
otherwise the transparency of the
glass, the luminosity of the bulb, and
the bulb life will be adversely affected.
Thoroughly clean off any dirt and
fingerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with alcohol
or thinner.1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb5. Install the headlight bulb cover, andthen connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight unit by installing the screws
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU24281
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb or the tail/brake light
bulb1. Remove the lens by removing thescrews.
1
1.Screw
1
1. Screw2. Remove the defective bulb bypushing it in and turning it
counterclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clockwise
until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws.
ECA10680
Do not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
EAU37270
Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb
1
1. Auxiliary light bulbIf the auxiliary light bulb burns out,
replace it as follows.1. Remove the headlight unit by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the headlight unit by installing the screws.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Headlight:Bulb type:Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantityHeadlight: 12 V, 35 W/35.0 W x 1
Tail brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Position light: 12 V, 5.0 W
Meter lighting:
14 V, 2.0 W x 2
Neutral indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W x 1
Turn signal indicator light: 14 V, 1.4 W x 2
High beam indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W x 1
Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:20.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition and fuel injection fuse:
10.0 A Backup fuse:
10.0 A
Spare fuses:
10.0 A and 20.0 A
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