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EAU23170
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
The pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication chart.EAU23211
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand
1. Sidestand
2. Centerstand
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-
to-metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.
EWA10740
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WARNING
If the centerstand or sidestand
does not move up and down smo-
othly, have a Yamaha dealer check
or repair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
2 1
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
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EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
EWA10750
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WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
ECA10590
CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
EAU23280
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EWA10750
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WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
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play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. If there is play in the
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAUM1401
Battery
A poorly maintained battery will
corrode and discharge quickly. The
electrolyte level, battery lead connec-
tions and breather hose routing
should be checked before each ride
and at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is positio-
ned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.
2. Remove panel B. (See page 6-6.)
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1. Battery
2. Positive battery terminal
3. Negative battery terminal
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
NOTE:
The electrolyte should be between
the minimum and maximum level
marks.
4. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark.
EWA10760
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WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed spa-
ce.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
ECA10610
CAUTION:
Use only distilled water, as tap
water contains minerals that are
harmful to the battery.
5. Check and, if necessary, tighten
the battery lead connections and
correct the breather hose routing.
To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
1
2
12
3
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2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check the
specific gravity of the electrolyte
at least once a month and fully
charge the battery whenever
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals and that the breather hose is
properly routed, in good condi-
tion, and not obstructed.
ECA10600
CAUTION:
If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is expo-
sed to electrolyte or gas expelled
from the battery, the frame could
suffer structural and external
damages.
EAU23630
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse box and the fuse box,
which contains the fuses for the indi-
vidual circuits, are located under
panel B. (See page 6-6.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as
follows.
1. Turn the key to “
e” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
1. Main fuse
2. Radiator fan fuse
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
ECA10640
CAUTION:
Do not use a fuse of a higher ampe-
rage rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
20 A
Radiator fan fuse:
4 A
1 2
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3. Turn the key to “f” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.EAUS1370
Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with quartz
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
To replace the low beam headlight
bulb
1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-6.)
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Remove the bulb cover.
1. Headlight coupler
3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
1. Headlight bulb holder
4 Unhook the headlight bulb hol-
der, and then remove the defecti-
ve bulb.
1
1
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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.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb
5. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
ECA10650
CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the follo-
wing parts:
Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it
free from oil, otherwise thetransparency of the glass, the
luminosity of the bulb, and the
bulb life will be adversely affec-
ted. Thoroughly clean off any
dirt and fingerprints on the
headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thin-
ner.
Headlight lens
• Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head-
light lens.
• Do not use a headlight bulb
of a wattage higher than spe-
cified.
6. Connect the headlight coupler.
7. Install the headlight bulb cover.
8. Install the panel.
9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
To replace the high beam
headlight bulb
1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-6.)
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Remove the bulb cover.
1. Headlight bulb holder
3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise,
and then remove the defective
bulb
1
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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. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder by turning it
clockwise
ECA10650
CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the follo-
wing parts:
Headlight bulb
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 affec-
ted. Thoroughly clean off any
dirt and fingerprints on the
headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thin-
ner.
Headlight lens• Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head-
light lens.
• Do not use a headlight bulb
of a wattage higher than spe-
cified.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover
6. Install the panel.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU24250
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb
1. Screw
2. Front turn signal light lens
3. Light bulb
1. Remove the front turn signal light
lens by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
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
screw.
ECA11190
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the screw,
otherwise the lens may break.
1 2
3
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