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
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Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-26
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable .............................6-26
Adjusting the Autolube pump .........6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake
and shift pedals ...........................6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake
and clutch levers .........................6-27
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .....................................6-28
Checking the front fork ...................6-28
Checking the steering.....................6-29
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-30
Battery ............................................6-30
Replacing the fuse ..........................6-31
Replacing the headlight bulb..........6-32
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb .............................................6-33
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-34
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-35
Troubleshooting ..............................6-36
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ............................................7-1
Matte color caution...........................7-1Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION .............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
Key identification number .................9-1
Vehicle identification number............9-1
Model label .......................................9-2
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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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Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before star-
ting the engine. Set this switch to
“ ” to stop the engine in case of an
emergency, 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 5-1 for star-
ting instructions prior to starting the
engine.
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Clutch lever
1. Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the hand-
lebar grip. To engage the clutch, rele-
ase the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the
starting circuit cut-off system. (See
page 3-13).
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Shift pedal
1. Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed
constant-mesh transmission equip-
ped on this motorcycle.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
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Sidestand
1. Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.
TIP
The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain
situations. (See further down for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the sides-
tand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control. Yama-
ha’s ignition circuit cut-off system
has been designed to assist the
operator in fulfilling the responsibi-
lity of raising the sidestand before
starting off. Therefore, check this
system regularly as described
below and have a Yamaha dealer
repair it if it does not function pro-
perly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off sys-
tem
The ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch,
clutch switch and neutral switch) has
the following functions.
●It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is up, but the clutch
lever is not pulled.
●It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
clutch lever is pulled, but the
sidestand is still down.
●It cuts the running engine when
the transmission is in gear and
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system
according to the following procedure.
TIP
This check is most reliable if perfor-
med with a warmed-up engine.
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 6-21, 6-22
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
Clutch• Lubricate cable if necessary.
6-19
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable 6-17, 6-26
and grip housing.
Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-26
• Check chain slack.
Drive chain• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.6-24, 6-25
• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.6-17, 6-19
• Correct if necessary.
Brake and shift pedals• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.6-27
Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-27
Sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-28
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
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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.
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an acci-
dent or injury.
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Starting a cold engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
●The transmission is in the neutral
position.
●The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
See page 3-13 for more information.
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ ” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position. (See page 5-2.)
The neutral indicator light should
come on. If not, ask a Yamaha
dealer to check the electrical cir-
cuit.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle.
(See page 3-11).
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again.Each starting attempt should be
as short as possible to preserve
the battery. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt.
6. After starting the engine, move
the starter (choke) back halfway.
NOTICE:For maximum engine
life, never accelerate hard
when the engine is cold!
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7. When the engine is warm, turn
the starter (choke) off.
TIP
The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
WARNING
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
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