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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Engine overheatingEWA10400
WARNING0
●Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
●After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, a\
nd then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hiss-
ing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.

NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.Check the coolant level
in the reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling
system for leakage.
The coolant level
is OK.
There is
leakage.
There is no
leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have
a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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EWA10930
WARNING0
●Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild de-
tergent.
●Before operating the motorcy-
cle test its braking perfor-
mance and cornering behavior.
ECA10800CAUTION:
●Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess
●Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
●Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.

NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAUM1900
Storage
Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
ECA10810CAUTION:
●Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cov-
ering it with a tarp, while it is
still wet, will allow water and
humidity to seep in and cause
rust.
●To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes
are grounded. (This will limit
sparking during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.EWA10950
WARNING0
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlets with plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering them.

7. Remove the battery and fullycharge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see
page 6-31.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Rear suspension:
Type: Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/damper type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper, spring
preload adjustable
Wheel travel: 200 mm (7.87 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system: A.C. magneto
Battery:
Model:GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:12 V, 55 W x 2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5 W x 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10 W x 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10 W x 2
Meter lighting: LED (backlight) Neutral indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
30 A
Headlight fuse: 20 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Parking lighting fuse: 10 A
Radiator fan fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10 A
Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immobilizer):
10 A

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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning the check hose....................................6-14
Air filter element, replacing ..............6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing............6-35
B Battery ..............................................6-30 To access the battery ...................6-30
To charge the battery....................6-30
To store the battery.......................6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...............6-26
Brake fluid ........................................6-22 Changing ......................................6-23
Checking fluid level .......................6-22
Brake lever .......................................3-11
Brake pads, checking .......................6-21
Brake pedal ......................................3-11 Lubricating ....................................6-27
C Cables, checking and lubricating .....6-25
Care and storage ...............................7-1
Catalytic converter ...........................3-13
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers .................6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ...................................6-27
Checking and lubricating the cables ...........................................6-25 Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ......................................6-27
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ...................6-26
Checking the sidestand switch .........3-18
Clock mode ........................................3-7
Clutch lever ......................................3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......6-20
Consumer information ........................9-1
Controls and instruments ...................2-3
Function ..........................................3-1
Coolant .............................................6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .....3-4
D Description .........................................2-1 Controls and instrument .................2-3
Left view..........................................2-1
Right view .......................................2-2
Dimmer switch....................................3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .....................................6-25
Drive chain slack ..............................6-23 Adjusting .......................................6-23
Checking .......................................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating ...............6-25
E Engine break-in ..................................5-3
Engine idling speed, adjusting .........6-15
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........6-9
Engine oil filter element....................6-10 Engine stop switch .............................3-9
Engine trouble warning light...............3-4
F Front fork ..........................................3-15 Adjusting .......................................3-15
Checking .......................................6-28
Front wheel ......................................6-36 Installing........................................6-37
Removing......................................6-36
Fuel ..................................................3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...5-3
Fuel meter ..........................................3-7
Fuel tank breather hose ...................3-13
Fuel tank cap ...................................3-11
Fuses, replacing ...............................6-31
H Handlebar switches ............................3-9 Dimmer switch ................................3-9
Engine stop switch ..........................3-9
Hazard switch ...............................3-10
Horn switch .....................................3-9
Pass switch .....................................3-9
Start switch .....................................3-9
Turn signal switch ...........................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing..................6-33
High beam indicator light ...................3-4
Horn switch ........................................3-9
I Identification numbers ........................9-1
Idling speed, checking .....................6-15

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INDEX
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Ignition circuit cut-off system............3-17 Checking operation procedure......3-18
Immobilizer system ............................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......3-4
Indicator and warning lights ...............3-3 Coolant temperature warning
light .................................................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ...........3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light...3-4
Neutral indicator light ......................3-4
Turn signal indicator light ................3-3
Instruments ........................................2-3
Instrument and control functions........3-1
K Key identification number ...................9-1
Keys ...................................................3-1
L License plate light bulb, replacing ....6-35
Lubricating the brake and clutch levers ..................................6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal..............6-27
Lubricating the cables ......................6-25
Lubricating the drive chain ...............6-25
Lubricating the sidestand .................6-27
Lubricating the throttle grip and cable .............................................6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots.......6-28
M Main switch/steering lock ...................3-2 Model label .........................................9-2
Multi-function display..........................3-5
Clock mode .....................................3-7
Self-diagnosis devices ....................3-7
Tachometer .....................................3-6
Tripmeter and tachometer modes ...3-6
N Neutral indicator light .........................3-4
O Oil filter element ...............................6-10
Operation and important riding points ..............................................5-1
Owner’s tool kit...................................6-1
P Panels, removing and installing .........6-6
Parking ...............................................5-4
Pass switch ........................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ..............................6-2
Periodic maintenance and minor repair...............................................6-1
Pre-operation check list......................4-2
Pre-operation checks .........................4-1
R Rear suspension, lubricating............6-27
Rear wheel .......................................6-38 Installing........................................6-39
Removing......................................6-38
Record the identification numbers .....9-1 S
Safety information ..............................1-1
Seat ..................................................3-14
Self-diagnosis devices .......................3-7
Shift pedal ........................................3-10
Shifting ...............................................5-2
Shock absorber assembly (adjusting) .....................................3-16
Sidestand .........................................3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .....................................6-27
Sidestand switch, checking ..............3-18
Spark plug, checking..........................6-8
Specifications .....................................8-1
Spoke wheels ...................................6-19
Start switch ........................................3-9
Starting the engine.............................5-1
Steering, checking............................6-29
Steering lock ......................................3-2
Storage...............................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...............6-36
Swingarm, lubricating the pivots ......6-28
T Tachometer ........................................3-6
Tail/brake light ..................................6-34
Throttle cable free play, checking.....6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..............................6-26
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ....5-3
Tires .................................................6-16 Air pressure ..................................6-16

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Tire information .............................6-18
Tire inspection ..............................6-18
Tool kit ................................................6-1
Tripmeter and tachometer modes ......3-6
Troubleshooting ................................6-39 Troubleshooting charts .................6-40
Engine overheating .......................6-41
Turn signal indicator light ...................3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing........6-34
Turn signal switch...............................3-9
V Valve clearance ................................6-16
Vehicle identification number .............9-1
W Warning lights ....................................3-3
Wheel bearings, checking ................6-29
Wheels, spoke..................................6-19

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