
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-26
6
EAUM1650
Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU23250
Lubricating the rear suspen-
sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU23272
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-27
6
NOTICE
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
EAU45511
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
3rd:
31/23 (1.348)
4th:
28/26 (1.077)
5th:
26/28 (0.929)
Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
26.00 °
Trail:
109.0 mm (4.29 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/Roadtec Z6G
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021F FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/Roadtec Z6C
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021R FLoading:Maximum load:
212 kg (467 lb)(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
270 kPa (2.70 kgf/cm², 39 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Loading condition:
90–212 kg (198–467 lb)
Front:
270 kPa (2.70 kgf/cm², 39 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding:
Front:
270 kPa (2.70 kgf/cm², 39 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brakeOperation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
135.0 mm (5.31 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
125.0 mm (4.92 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT14B-4
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-17
ABS warning light.................................... 3-4
Accessory box....................................... 3-25
Air filter element, cleaning..................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-13
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-34
Auxiliary light bulb ................................. 6-32BBattery................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-21
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-16
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-20
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Clutch lever .................................. 3-15, 6-20
Coolant.................................................. 6-14
Cowlings, opening and closing ............. 3-26DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-9Engine stop switch................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-12
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-26
Front turn signal light ............................ 6-31
Fuel....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-20
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-18
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29GGrip warmer adjusting knob.................. 3-31HHandlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-26
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-13
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-15
Headlight beams, adjusting .................. 3-26
Headlight bulb....................................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-32
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-32
MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................. 7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display............................... 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2RRear brake light switch .......................... 6-20
Rear suspension, lubricating ................. 6-26
Rear view mirrors .................................. 3-27
Rider seat height, adjusting................... 3-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-21
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-16
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-29
Sidestand .............................................. 3-31
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-5
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-14
Steering, checking................................. 6-27
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