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SAFETY 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 and warning lights .............3-2
Turn signal indicator light ................3-2
Neutral indicator light ......................3-2
Oil level warning light ......................3-2
Coolant temperature warning light ..3-3
Engine trouble warning light ............3-3
Speedometer unit .............................3-3
Tachometer .......................................3-4
Handlebar switches ..........................3-4
Pass switch ......................................3-4
Dimmer switch .................................3-4
Turn signal switch ............................3-4
Horn switch .....................................3-4
Engine stop switch ..........................3-5
Start switch ......................................3-5
Clutch lever .......................................3-5
Shift pedal.........................................3-5
Brake lever ........................................3-6
Brake pedal.......................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-6
Fuel ...................................................3-7Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .....3-8
Catalytic converter............................3-9
2-stroke engine oil ............................3-9
Fuel cock ........................................3-10
Starter (choke) lever ......................3-11
Seat.................................................3-11
Anti-theft device housing................3-12
Rear view mirrors ............................3-12
Sidestand ........................................3-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-13
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting 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 ...............6-3General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .....................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ................6-10
Transmission oil ..............................6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-13
Air filter element ..............................6-15
Adjusting the carburetor .................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ..6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Tires ................................................6-17
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ..............................................6-19
Checking the front brake lever free
play ..............................................6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ..............................................6-20
Adjusting the shift pedal position ...6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ..........................................6-21
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-22
Changing the brake fluid ................6-23
Drive chain slack.............................6-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain ............................................6-25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Left view
DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
1. Air filter (page 6-15)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-10)
3. Seat lock (page 3-11)
4. Grab bar
5. Sidestand (page 3-13, 6-28)
6. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
7. Coolant reservoir (page 6-13)
8. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-16)
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Controls and instruments
DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Tachometer (page 3-4)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Speedometer (page 3-3)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
8. Front brake lever (page 3-6)9. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
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Brake lever
1. Brake lever
The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front bra-
ke, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
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Brake pedal
1. Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear bra-
ke, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover,
insert the key into the lock, and then
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the fuel tank cap can
be opened.
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1. Lock.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
TIP
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and loc-
ked.
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.
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 engi-
ne and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the
vicinity 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.
WARNING
WARNING
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1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel imme-
diately. NOTICE:Immediately
wipe off spilled fuel with a cle-
an, dry, soft cloth, since fuel
may deteriorate painted surfa-
ces or plastic parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
EWA15151
Gasoline is poisonous and can cau-
se injury or death. Handle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline
vapor, or get some gasoline in youreyes, see your doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on your skin, wash
with soap and water. If gasoline
spills on your clothing, change your
clothes.
EAU13270
Your Yamaha engine has been desig-
ned to use regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane number of 91
or higher. If knocking (or pinging)
occurs, use a gasoline of a different
brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use
of unleaded fuel will extend spark
plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
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Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
Before operating the motorcycle:
●Check the fuel tank breather/
overflow hose connection.
●Check the fuel tank breather/
overflow hose for cracks or
damage, and replace it if dama-
ged.
●Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
not blocked, and clean it if
necessary.
●Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
positioned inside of the clamp.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
13.8 L (3.65 US gal, 3.04 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.2 L (0.58 US gal, 0.48 Imp.gal)
WARNING
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2. Install the 2-stroke engine oil tank
cap by pushing it into the oil tank
opening.
TIP
Make sure that the 2-stroke engine oil
tank cap is properly installed before
riding the vehicle.
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Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
1. Pointed end positioned over “OFF”
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to
this position when the engine is not
running.ON
1. Pointed end positioned over “ON”
With the lever in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetor. Normal riding
is done with the lever in this position.
RES
1. Pointed end positioned over “RES”
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1
Oil quantity:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
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This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to “ON” after refueling!EAU13590
Starter (choke) lever “ ”
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
Starting a cold engine requires a
richer air-fuel mixture, which is sup-
plied by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn
off the starter (choke).
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Seat
To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
1. Seat lock
2. Open.
2. Pull the seat off.
To install the seat
1. Insert the projection on the front
of the seat into the seat holder as
shown.
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