
EAU32344
Checking the brake fluid
level
1. Minimum level mark
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low bra-
ke fluid level may indicate worn brake
pads and/or brake system leakage. If
the brake fluid level is low, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and
the brake system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
●When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of themaster cylinder is level by turning
the handlebars.
●Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, cau-
sing leakage and poor braking
performance.
●Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
●Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
●Brake fluid may deteriorate pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
●As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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EAUS1430
Replacing the headlight bulb
or a front turn signal light
bulb
If a bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
ECA10670
CAUTION:
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer perform this job.
Headlight bulb
1. Remove cowling A.
2. Disconnect the headlight leads,
and then unhook the headlight
bulb holder as shown.
1. Headlight couplers
2. Headlight bulb holder
3. Remove the bulb holder by
pulling it and then, remove the
defective bulb by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Bulb holder
2. Push in and turn counterclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb.
4. Headlight bulb
EWA10790
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WARNING
Headlight bulbs get very hot. The-
refore, keep flammable products
away from a lit headlight bulb, and
do not touch the bulb until it has
cooled down.
4. Insert a new headlight bulb into
the bulb holder and turn it clock-
wise.
5. Place the bulb holder in its origi-
nal position, and then secure it
with its holder as shown.
6. Connect the headlight leads and
install the cowling.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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Left turn signal light bulb
1. Remove cowling A.
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Socket
3. Remove the defective bulb from
the socket by pulling it out.
1. Turn signal light bulb
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket by turning it
clockwise.
6. Install the cowling.
Right turn signal light bulb
1. Remove cowling A.
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it clock-
wise.
1. Socket
3. Remove the defective bulb from
the socket by pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket by turning
counterclockwise.
6. Install the cowling.
EAUS1250
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb or a rear turn signal
light bulb
Tail/brake light bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light bulb
lens by removing the screws.
1. Screws
2. Tail/brake light lens
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
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1. Tail/brake light bulb
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
Rear turn signal light bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the turn signal light bulb
lens by removing the screw.
1. Screw
2. Rear turn signal light bulb lens
3. Rear turn signal light bulb
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the turn signal light bulb
lens by installing the screw.
6. Install the tail/brake light bulb
lens by installing the screw.
ECA10680
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
EAUS1410
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb
This model is equipped with two auxi-
liary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-5.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling
it out.
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
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Engine overheating (for CS50Z)EWA10400
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WARNING
●Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
●After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the his-
sing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
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Wait until the
engine has cooled.Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
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2-stroke engine oil tank .............................3-9
AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter element .........................................6-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-23
BBattery......................................................6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-15
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-16
Brake lever, front ........................................3-6
Brake lever, rear .........................................3-7
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-16
Brake pads and shoes, checking ............6-14
Braking .......................................................5-3
C
Carburetor,adjusting.................................6-10
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-8
Centerstand,Checking and lubricating ....6-17
Coolant.......................................................6-8
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-3
Cowling and panel, removing
and installing............................................6-5
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-6
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil ...................................................3-9
FFinal transmission oil .................................6-7
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-13
Front fork, checking .................................6-17
Fuel ............................................................3-8
Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank caps .....3-7Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-20
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-6
Headlight and front turn signal light
bulb, replacing .......................................6-21
High beam indicator light...........................3-2
Horn switch ................................................3-6
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
Kickstarter ................................................3-10
LLuggage hook ..........................................3-12
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display ................................3-4
OOil level warning light .................................3-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake lever free play, adjusting .......6-13
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-4
Safety information ......................................1-1Seat ..........................................................3-10
Spark plug, checking .................................6-6
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-3
Start switch ................................................3-6
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-2
Steering, checking ...................................6-18
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ..............................3-11
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-22
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-10
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-16
Tires .........................................................6-11
Troubleshooting .......................................6-24
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-25
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-2
Turn signal switch ......................................3-6
VVehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-19
Wheels .....................................................6-12
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INDEX
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