FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel
Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-3
2-stroke engine oil
Check oil level in oil tank.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.3-5
Middle and final gear cases
Check vehicle for grease leakage. 6-8
Front brake
Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-14, 6-15
Rear brake
Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-14, 6-15
Throttle grip
Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.6-11, 6-16
Control cables
Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-15
Wheels and tires
Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-11, 6-13
Brake levers
Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-16
Centerstand
Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-17
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain or near the seaSince sea salt is extremely corrosive,
carry out the following steps after each
ride in the rain or near the sea.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE:
Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the ex-
haust system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stain-
less-steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
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Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.
If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
