DESCRIPTION
3-1
3
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Left view
6 7 8123 4
5
1. Fuel cock (page 4-5)
2. Starter (choke) lever (page 4-6)
3. Fuse (page 7-27)
4. Battery (page 7-26)
5. Clutch adjusting screw (page 7-17)
6. Engine oil drain bolt (page 7-9)
7. Shift pedal (page 4-2)
8. Throttle stop screw (page 7-14)
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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
4-1
4
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Main switch The main switch controls the ignition
system. The main switch positions are
described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10072
Never turn the key to “OFF” while
the vehicle is moving, otherwise the
electrical systems will be switched
off, which may result in loss of con-
trol or an accident.
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Handlebar switches Left
Right1. Engine stop switch“/”
1. Start switch“”
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-2
4
EAU12660
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
4-9
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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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6-1
6
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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Starting and warming up a
cold engine 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to“”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
WARNING
EWA14410
Be sure to shift the transmis-
sion into neutral before starting
the engine.
Never ride with the sidestand
down.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 4-6.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the kick-
starter lever down. NOTICE: For
maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
[ECA11041]
6. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.
TIPThe engine is warm when it responds
quickly to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
7-14
7
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Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor is an important part of
the engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Therefore, most car-
buretor adjustments should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and expe-
rience. The adjustment described in the
following section, however, may be ser-
viced by the owner as part of routine
maintenance.NOTICE
ECA10550
The carburetor has been set and ex-
tensively tested at the Yamaha fac-
tory. Changing these settings
without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor perfor-
mance of or damage to the engine.
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Adjusting the engine idling
speed The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.TIPA diagnostic tachometer is needed to
make this adjustment.1. Attach the tachometer to the spark
plug lead.
2. Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes at 1000–2000
r/min while occasionally revving it
to 4000–5000 r/min.TIPThe engine is warm when it quickly re-
sponds to the throttle.3. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to spec-
ification by turning the throttle stop
screw. To increase the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-rection (a). To decrease the en-
gine idling speed, turn the screw in
direction (b).
TIPIf the specified idling speed cannot be
obtained as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment.1. Throttle stop screwEngine idling speed:
1600–1800 r/min
1(a) (b)
1
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning..................... 7-11BBattery................................................... 7-26
Brake lever .............................................. 4-2
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 7-23
Brake lever free play, adjusting............. 7-18
Brake pedal ............................................. 4-3
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-24
Brake pedal free play, adjusting............ 7-19
Brake shoes, checking .......................... 7-20CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-23
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-14
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch free play, adjusting..................... 7-17DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-22
Drive chain slack ................................... 7-21EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed............................... 7-14
Engine oil ................................................ 7-9
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-2
Engine stop switch .................................. 4-2FFront fork, checking .............................. 7-25
Fuel ......................................................... 4-3
Fuel cock................................................. 4-5
Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-3
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 7-27
HHandlebar switches ................................ 4-1IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1KKey identification number ..................... 10-1
Kickstarter............................................... 4-7LLabels, location....................................... 1-1MMain switch ............................................. 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 7-7
Parking ................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 3-1SSafety information................................... 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-7
Shifting.................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal............................................... 4-2
Shift pedal, checking ............................ 7-20
Shock absorber assembly ...................... 4-8
Sidestand................................................ 4-8
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 7-24
Spark arrester, cleaning ....................... 7-13
Spark plug, checking .............................. 7-8
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 4-6Starting and warming up
a cold engine ........................................ 6-1
Starting circuit cut-off system .................. 4-8
Start switch.............................................. 4-2
Steering, checking................................. 7-25
Storage.................................................... 8-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-28
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-24
TThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 7-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Tool kit..................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-32
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 7-33VValve clearance..................................... 7-15
Vehicle Emission Control Information
label (For Canada) .............................. 10-2
Vehicle identification number ................ 10-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 7-26
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-29
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-30
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
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