INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
EAU12890
Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
EAU12941
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
EAU13091
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/8 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
1. Brake lever
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-23
6
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.
NOTICE
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery................................................... 6-24
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-18
Brake lever ............................................ 3-12
Brake lever free play, adjusting............. 6-16
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-15
Coolant.................................................. 6-11
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-10
Drive belt slack...................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-8
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23Fuel....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-26
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-9
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-27
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-16
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-18
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-29MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light.............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing................ 6-6Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-10
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-17
Rear suspension, lubricating ................. 6-23
RESET switch ....................................... 3-11
Rider seat .............................................. 3-15SSafety information ................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ..................................... 3-10
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-17
Sidestand .............................................. 3-18
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-22
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking................................. 6-24
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-31
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-22TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-29
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-32
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