TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator lights ................................3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Fuel gauge ......................................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-3
Shift pedal .......................................3-4
Brake lever .....................................3-4
Brake pedal ....................................3-5
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-5
Fuel .................................................3-6
Catalytic converter ..........................3-7
Starter (choke) lever .......................3-8
Kickstarter .......................................3-8
Seat ................................................3-8
Helmet holders ...............................3-9
Storage compartment .....................3-9
Carrier ...........................................3-10FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting and warming up a cold
engine ......................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the
cowling and panel ....................... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil ....................................... 6-8
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-11
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-12Valve clearance ........................... 6-12
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels ................................. 6-14
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ........................................... 6-15
Checking the shift pedal .............. 6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-16
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-16
Checking the front brake fluid
level .......................................... 6-17
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-18
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-18
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake lever ................................ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ............................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand ............................... 6-22
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-23
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24U40BE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, January 7, 2009 10:05 AM
DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view
1,2
3
456
87
1. Battery (page 6-24)
2. Fuse (page 6-26)
3. Storage compartment (page 3-9)
4. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
6. Seat lock (page 3-8)
7. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-8)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-4)U40BE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, January 7, 2009 10:05 AM
DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
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Right view
1234
76 5
1. Carrier (page 3-10)
2. Helmet holder (page 3-9)
3. Kickstarter (page 3-8)
4. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-17)
5. Air filter element (page 6-10)
6. Brake pedal (page 3-5)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-1
4
EAU15596
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-6
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-8
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-16, 6-17
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-15, 6-16
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-12, 6-21
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
EAU16800
Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:
Turn the starter (choke) off as
soon as possible.
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.
Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16830
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1000 km (600 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
EAU16861
0–150 km (0–90 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle.
After every hour of operation, stop the
engine, and then let it cool for five to ten
minutes.
Vary the engine speed from time to
time. Do not operate the engine at one
set throttle position.150–500 km (90–300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
throttle.
500–1000 km (300–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4
throttle. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
be changed.
[ECA10281]
1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation.
Vary the speed occasionally.NOTICE
ECA10270
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealercheck the vehicle.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-4
6
9 Drive chainCheck chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Adjust and thoroughly lubricate
chain with engine oil.Every 500 km (300 mi) and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain
10*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
11*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
12Brake lever pivot
shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
13Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
14 CenterstandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√√
15*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
16*Shock absorber as-
sembliesCheck operation and shock ab-
sorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
17 Engine oilChange. (See page 6-8.)
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.√Every 3000 km (1800 mi)
18*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√√
19Moving parts and
cablesLubricate.√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
(14000 mi)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-8
62. Check the spark plug for electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, and replace it if
necessary.
To install the spark plug
1. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
essary, adjust the gap to specifica-
tion.2. Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the
spark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-fied torque as soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
EAU47690
Engine oil The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove it
again to check the oil level.
Specified spark plug:
TORCH/A7RTC
NGK/CR6HSA1. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
12.5 Nm (1.25 m·kgf, 9.0 ft·lbf)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-9
6
TIPThe engine oil should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.To change the engine oil
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.
4. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
TIPCheck the washer for damage and re-place it if necessary.5. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA11620
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
4
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Oil pan
1
2
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp.qt)
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