SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-5
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ............3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light ....3-4
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Handlebar switches ........................3-11
Pass switch ....................................3-11
Dimmer switch ...............................3-11
Turn signal switch ..........................3-11
Horn switch.....................................3-11
Start switch .....................................3-11
Hazard switch .................................3-11
Front brake lever.............................3-12
Rear brake lever..............................3-12
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-12
Fuel .................................................3-13Catalytic converters ........................3-14
Securing bracket ............................3-15
Seat.................................................3-15
Storage compartments ...................3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-18
Sidestand ........................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-19
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-
OPERATION CHECKS ........................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting the engine ...........................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-2
Braking..............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption....5-3
Engine break-in.................................5-4
Parking ..............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system .........6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panel.......................................6-8Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil ........................................6-10
Final transmission oil ......................6-13
Coolant ...........................................6-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-16
Checking the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Valve clearance ...............................6-17
Tires ................................................6-18
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ..............................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-21
Changing the brake fluid ................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-22
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-23
Checking the front fork ...................6-24
Checking the steering.....................6-25
Battery ............................................6-25
Replacing the fuses ........................6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-28
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-28
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EAU45511
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the centers-
tand. WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of
it falling over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. If there is play in the
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU34224
Battery
1. Battery
The battery is located behind cowling
A. (See page 6-8).
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the elec-
trolyte or to add distilled water. Howe-
ver, the battery lead connections
need to be checked and, if necessary,
tightened.
EWA10760
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
WARNING
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-25
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