2010 YAMAHA XT1200Z suspension

SAFETY INFORMATION
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Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here, along with the information about
accessories below, are some general
guidelines to follow if loading cargo to
your motorcycle:
The total weight of the operator, pas-
senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Operation of an overloaded vehicle
could cause an accident. When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:


Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Se-
curely pack your heaviest items as
close to the center of the vehicle as
possible and make sure to distrib-
ute the weight as evenly as possi-
ble on both sides of the motorcycle
to minimize imbalance or instabili-
ty.


Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that ac-
cessories and cargo are securely
attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
 Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-ad-
justable models only), and
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
 Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front
fork, or front fender. These
items, including such cargo as
sleeping bags, duffel bags, or tents, can create unstable han-
dling or a slow steering re-
sponse.


This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection to
Yamaha manufacture parts and acces- sories or offer other modifications for
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these
aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Maximum load: 209 kg (461 lb)
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket prod-
ucts or having other modifications per-
formed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle
’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing ” when mounting accessories.


Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your motorcycle. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
 Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
 Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds. These ac-
cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
 Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free-
dom of movement of the opera- tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.


Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle
’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to provide
the best combination of handling, brak-
ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
es, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 6-18 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU49880
Windshield If the original windshield is removed
and then reinstalled, be sure to install
the windshield screws in the lower
holes.TIPAn accessory windshield is available at
your Yamaha dealer. The upper holes
are only to be used for installing the ac-
cessory windshield.
EAU14743
Adjusting the front fork
WARNING
EWA10180
Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
of stability may result.This front fork is equipped with spring
preload adjusting bolts, rebound damp-
ing force adjusting screws and com-
pression damping force adjusting
screws.NOTICE
ECA10101
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Spring preload
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in di-
rection (a). To decrease the spring pre-
load and thereby soften the
suspension, turn the adjusting bolt on
each fork leg in direction (b).Align the appropriate groove on the ad-
justing mechanism with the top of the
front fork cap bolt.
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
1. Current setting
2. Front fork cap bolt
1
(a) (b)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU49690
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing knob and a rebound damping force
adjusting knob.NOTICE
ECA10101
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Spring preload
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting knob in direction (a). To
decrease the spring preload and there-
by soften the suspension, turn the ad-
justing knob in direction (b).TIPAlign the appropriate mark on the ad-
justing mechanism with the matching
edge.
Rebound damping force
To increase the rebound damping force
and thereby harden the rebound damp-
ing, turn the adjusting knob in direction
(a). To decrease the rebound damping
force and thereby soften the rebound
damping, turn the adjusting knob in di-
rection (b).
TIPTo obtain a precise adjustment, it is ad-
visable to check the actual total number
of clicks or turns of each damping force
adjusting mechanism. This adjustment
range may not exactly match the spec-
ifications listed due to small differences
in production.
1. Spring preload adjusting knob
2. Matching edgeSpring preload setting:Minimum (soft):6
Standard:
4
Maximum (hard): 1
SOFT
HARD
1
(b)
(a)
6
5
4
3
2
1
2
1. Rebound damping force adjusting knobRebound damping setting: Minimum (soft):20 clicks in direction (b)*
Standard: 10 clicks in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
3 clicks in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting knob fully turned in direction (a)
1
(b)
(a)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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20*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting points 
Check operation. √√√√
21 Engine oil 
Change.
 Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage. √√√√√√
22 Engine oil filter car-
tridge 
Replace. √√√
23 *Cooling system 
Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
 Change. Every 3 years
24 Final gear oil 
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage. √√ √
 Change. √√√
25 *Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation. √√√√√√
26 Moving parts and
cables

Lubricate. √√√√√
27 *Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable 
Check operation and free play.
 Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
 Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable. √√√√√
28 *Lights, signals and
switches 
Check operation.
 Adjust headlight beam. √√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Secondary reduction system:Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio: 21/25 × 32/9 (2.987)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st: 36/13 (2.769)
2nd: 33/16 (2.063)
3rd:
33/21 (1.571)
4th: 30/24 (1.250)
5th: 25/24 (1.042)
6th:
26/28 (0.929)Chassis:Frame type:Steel tube backbone
Caster angle:
28.00 °
Trail: 126.0 mm (4.96 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 110/80R19M/C 59V Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BW501
Manufacturer/model: METZELER/TOURANCE EXP C
Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 150/70R17M/C 69V
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BW502
Manufacturer/model: METZELER/TOURANCE EXP CLoading:Maximum load:
209 kg (461 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:0– 90 kg (0– 198 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm ², 36 psi)
Loading condition: 90–209 kg (198 –461 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm ², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
19M/C x MT2.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Spoke wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT4.00Front brake:Type:Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Recommended fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
190.0 mm (7.48 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
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