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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS ............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 3-1
Left view .......................................... 3-1
Right view ........................................ 3-2
Controls and instruments ................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS....................................... 4-1
Main switch ..................................... 4-1
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-1
Shift pedal ......................................4-2
Brake lever ..................................... 4-2
Brake pedal .................................... 4-3
Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-3
Fuel ................................................ 4-3
Fuel tank breather hose ................. 4-5
Fuel cock ........................................ 4-5
Starter (choke) lever ....................... 4-6
Kickstarter ......................................4-7
Seat ................................................ 4-7
Shock absorber assembly .............. 4-8
Sidestand ....................................... 4-8
Starting circuit cut-off system ......... 4-8FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................ 6-1
Starting and warming up
a cold engine .............................. 6-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 6-2
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit .............................. 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 7-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 7-7
Checking the spark plug ................ 7-8
Engine oil ....................................... 7-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 7-11
Cleaning the spark arrester ......... 7-13
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-14
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 7-15
Valve clearance ........................... 7-15
Tires ............................................. 7-15Spoke wheels ............................... 7-17
Adjusting the clutch free play ....... 7-17
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-18
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ........................................... 7-19
Checking the shift pedal ............... 7-20
Checking the front and
rear brake shoes ....................... 7-20
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-21
Cleaning and lubricating
the drive chain .......................... 7-22
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the brake lever .......................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the brake pedal ......................... 7-24
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 7-24
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-24
Checking the front fork ................. 7-25
Checking the steering .................. 7-25
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-26
Battery .......................................... 7-26
Replacing the fuse ....................... 7-27
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-28
Front wheel .................................. 7-29
Rear wheel ................................... 7-30
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DESCRIPTION
3-2
3
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Right view
12 3 4
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6
1. Spark arrester (page 7-13)
2. Seat (page 4-7)
3. Fuel tank (page 4-3)
4. Air filter element (page 7-11)
5. Spark plug cap (page 7-8)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-9)
7. Brake pedal (page 4-3)
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DESCRIPTION
3-3
3
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Controls and instruments
1234
5 6
1. Engine stop switch (page 4-1)
2. Main switch (page 4-1)
3. Start switch (page 4-1)
4. Brake lever (page 4-2)
5. Throttle grip (page 7-15)
6. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-2
4
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Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 6-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
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Shift pedal This motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 4-speed transmission. The
shift pedal is located on the left side of
the engine. Neutral is at the bottom po-
sition.
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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.
1. Shift pedal
1
1. Brake lever
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-3
4
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into
the tank opening, and then turn it clock-
wise.
WARNING
EWA11091
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10881
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank.
1. Brake pedal
1
1. Fuel tank cap
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4
With the engine turned off:
1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
”.
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
6. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES
NO
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-1
5
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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 in
this 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.4-3
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.7-9
Front brakeCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.7-18, 7-20
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.7-19, 7-20
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.7-15, 7-23
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.7-23
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-2
5
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.7-21, 7-22
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.7-15, 7-17
Shift pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.7-20
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.7-24
Brake leverMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.7-23
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.7-24
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Engine stop switchCheck operation.4-1 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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