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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
EAU10420
Right view1. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-9)
2. Kickstarter (page 3-6)
3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-7)
4. Bleed screw (page 3-8)
5. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-7)
6. Spark plug cap (page 6-8)
7. Oil filler cap (page 6-9)
8. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-11)9. Transmission oil drain bolt (page 6-9)
10.Brake pedal (page 3-2)
11.Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-9
6 2. Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the
spark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-fied torque as soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
EAU41441
Transmission oil The transmission oil must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal-
er check and repair the motorcycle. In
addition, the transmission oil must be
changed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright po-
sition.
3. Place an oil pan under the trans-
mission to collect the used oil.
4. Remove the oil filler cap and drain
bolt to drain the oil from the trans-
mission.5. Install the transmission oil drain
bolt, and then tighten it to the spec-
ified torque.
6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended transmission oil,
and then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
1. Oil filler cap
2. Transmission oil drain bolt
Tightening torque:
Transmission oil drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Recommended transmission oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil change quantity:
0.50 L (0.53 US qt) (0.44 Imp.qt)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-11
6 3. If the coolant is below this level,
add coolant, and then install the
radiator cap.
NOTE:
If the engine overheats, see page 6-30for further instructions.
EAUM1311
To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and let the engine cool if nec-
essary.
2. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.
3. Remove the radiator cap.
4. Remove the coolant drain bolt to
drain the cooling system.5. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
6. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
NOTE:Check the washer for damage and re-place it if necessary.
7. Pour the recommended coolant
into the radiator until it is full.
1. Correct coolant level
1. Radiator cap
1. Coolant drain bolt
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes):
0.54 L (0.57 US qt) (0.48 Imp.qt)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7
EAU41511
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.CAUTION:
ECA10810
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.3. Drain the fuel tank and fuel lines,
and the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up.
4. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.NOTE:Make any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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