PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or
loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual
inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel•Refuel if necessary.3-6•Check fuel line for leakage.
•Check oil level in oil tank.
Two-stroke engine oil•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 3-7•Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil•Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 6-6
•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Front brake•Check fluid level in reservoir. 3-4, 6-11
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.
•Check operation.
Rear brake•Check lever free play. 3-5, 6-11•Adjust if necessary.
•Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip•Check cable free play.
6-8
•If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free playand lubricate cable and grip housing.
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Pre-operation check list
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ............ 6-2
Checking the spark plug ......................................... 6-5
Final transmission oil .............................................. 6-6
Cleaning the air filter element ................................. 6-7
Adjusting the carburetor .......................................... 6-8
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ....................... 6-8
Tires ........................................................................ 6-9
Cast wheels .......................................................... 6-11
Adjusting the front brake lever free play ............... 6-11
Adjusting the rear brake lever free play ................ 6-11
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............................................ 6-12
Checking the brake fluid level ............................... 6-13
Changing the brake fluid ....................................... 6-14
Checking and lubricating the cables ..................... 6-14
6 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable .............................................................. 6-15
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers ........... 6-15
Checking and lubricating the centerstand ............. 6-15
Checking the front fork .......................................... 6-16
Checking the steering ........................................... 6-16
Checking the wheel bearings ................................ 6-17
Battery ................................................................... 6-17
Replacing the fuse ................................................ 6-19
Replacing a headlight bulb .................................... 6-20
Replacing a front turn signal light bulb .................. 6-21
Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb or
the tail/brake light bulb .......................................... 6-21
Troubleshooting .................................................... 6-21
Troubleshooting chart ........................................... 6-22
