DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
EAU10410
Left view
6 7 8123 4
5
1. Fuel cock (page 3-5)
2. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-6)
3. Fuse (page 6-27)
4. Battery (page 6-26)
5. Clutch adjusting screw (page 6-17)
6. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-8)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-2)
8. Throttle stop screw (page 6-13)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
EAU40340
Main switch The main switch controls the ignition
system. The main switch positions are
described below.
EAU10630
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
EAU10660
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU12347
Handlebar switches Left
Right
EAU12660
Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12710
Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
ECA10050
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-tions prior to starting the engine.
1. Engine stop switch“/”
1. Start switch“”
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-8
3
With the engine turned off:
1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
”.
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
6. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES
NOTE:
a warmed-up engine.
NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES
NO
This check is most reliable if performed with
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU41680
WARNING
EWA14620
This model is designed for off-
road use only. Become thor-
oughly familiar with all operat-
ing controls and their functions
before riding. Consult a Yamaha
dealer regarding any control or
function that you do not thor-
oughly understand.
Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
EAU44810
Starting and warming up a
cold engine 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to“”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
WARNING
EWA14410
Be sure to shift the transmis-
sion into neutral before starting
the engine.
Never ride with the sidestanddown.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-6.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the kick-
starter lever down.
CAUTION:
ECA11130
For maximum engine life, always
warm the engine up before starting
off. Never accelerate hard when theengine is cold!6. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.
NOTE:The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter(choke) turned off.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6 3. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler,
and then install and tighten the
bolts to the specified torque.
NOTE:
Make sure to align the bolt holes wheninserting the tailpipe.
EAU39930
Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor is an important part of
the engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Therefore, most car-
buretor adjustments should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and expe-
rience. The adjustment described in the
following section, however, may be ser-
viced by the owner as part of routine
maintenance.CAUTION:
ECA10550
The carburetor has been set and ex-
tensively tested at the Yamaha fac-
tory. Changing these settings
without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor perfor-mance of or damage to the engine.
EAU21362
Adjusting the engine idling
speed The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.NOTE:
A diagnostic tachometer is needed tomake this adjustment.
1. Attach the tachometer to the spark
plug lead.
2. Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes at 1000–2000
r/min while occasionally revving it
to 4000–5000 r/min.NOTE:The engine is warm when it quickly re-sponds to the throttle.
3. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to spec-
ification by turning the throttle stop
screw. To increase the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-
Tightening torque:
Tailpipe bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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INDEX
AAccessories and replacement parts ..... 6-16
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-10BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake lever ............................................. 3-2
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 6-23
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-2
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 6-19CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-22
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 6-13
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Clutch free play, adjusting .................... 6-17DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-21
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-20EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-13
Engine oil ................................................ 6-8
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-1FFront fork, checking .............................. 6-24
Fuel......................................................... 3-3
Fuel cock ................................................ 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose.......................... 3-4
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-3
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-1IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
Kickstarter ............................................... 3-6LLabels, location of ...................................1-4MMain switch ............................................. 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Maintenance, periodic ............................. 6-1
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-6
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-6
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-2
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 6-19
Sidestand ................................................ 3-7
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-23
Spark arrester, cleaning ........................ 6-12
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starter (choke) lever................................ 3-6Starting and warming up a cold
engine ................................................... 5-1
Starting circuit cut-off system.................. 3-7
Start switch ............................................. 3-1
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-28
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-24
TThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-32VValve clearance .................................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-25
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-28
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-30
Wheels .................................................. 6-16
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