TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-12
Handlebar switches ......................3-13
Clutch lever ...................................3-14
Shift pedal .....................................3-14
Brake lever ...................................3-15
Brake pedal ..................................3-15
ABS (for ABS models) ..................3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................3-16
Fuel ...............................................3-17
Fuel tank breather hose ................3-18
Catalytic converters ......................3-18
Seat ..............................................3-18
Helmet holder ...............................3-19
Storage compartment ...................3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-20
Sidestand ......................................3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-22PRE-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 panel ..................................... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-7
Coolant ......................................... 6-10
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-13
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-16
Valve clearance ............................ 6-16
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-19
Rear brake light switch ................ 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain ......................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-25
Checking and lubricating
the brake and shift pedals ........ 6-25
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ...... 6-26
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering .................. 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28
Battery ......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-30
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-32
Replacing the tail/brake light
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3LCD and tachometer brightness
control mode
This function allows you to adjust the
brightness of the LCD and the tachom-
eter panel and needle to suit the out-
side lighting conditions.
To set the brightness
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “SELECT” but-
ton.
3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re-
lease the “SELECT” button after
five seconds.4. Push the “RESET” button to select
the desired brightness level.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected brightness level.
The display will return to the odom-
eter or tripmeter mode.
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
1. Tachometer panel
2. Tachometer needle
3. LCD
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