2010 YAMAHA XT660Z Owners Manual

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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle's owner, you are re-
sponsible for the safe and proper op-
eration of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements be-
fore riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
●Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all as-
pects of motorcycle operation.
●Observe the warnings and main-
tenance requirements in this
Owner's Manual.
●Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
●Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner's
Manual and/or when made nec-
essary by mechanical conditions.
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Safe riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it is
in safe operating condition. Failure to in-
spect or maintain the vehicle properly in-
creases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage. See page 5-2 for a
list of pre-operation checks.
●This motorcycle is designed to carry
the operator and a passenger.
●The failure of motorists to detect and
recognize motorcycles in traffic is the
predominating cause of automo-
bile/motorcycle accidents. Many ac-
cidents have been caused by an
automobile driver who did not see
the motorcycle. Making yourself
conspicuous appears to be very
effective in reducing the chance
of this type of accident.
Therefore:
Wear a brightly colored jacket.
Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur. Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist's blind spot.
●Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent motorcycle license.
Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified
operators.
Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until
you have become thoroughly
familiar with the motorcycle and
all of its controls.
●Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
due to excessive speed or under-
cornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed).
Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
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Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
●The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator
footrests during operation to
maintain control of the motorcy-
cle.
The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never carry a passenger un-
less he or she can firmly place
both feet on the passenger
footrests.
●Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
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Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcy-
cle accidents are the result of head in-
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the pre-
vention or reduction of head injuries.
●Always wear an approved helmet.
●Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.
●The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective
in preventing or reducing abra-
sions or lacerations.
●Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or
wheels and cause injury or an ac-
cident.
●Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
tem become very hot during or af-
ter operation and can cause
burns.
●A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be pre-
sent even if you do not see or smell any
engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can collect rapidly and you
can quickly be overcome and unable to
save yourself. Also, deadly levels of car-
bon monoxide can linger for hours or
days in enclosed or poorly ventilated ar-
eas. If you experience any symptoms of
carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the
area immediately, get fresh air, and
SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
●Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine ex-
haust with fans or open windows
and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
●Do not run engine in poorly ventilat-
ed or partially enclosed areas such
as barns, garages, or carports.
●Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabil-
ity and handling if the weight distribu-
tion of the motorcycle is changed. To
avoid the possibility of an accident,
use extreme caution when adding car-
go or accessories to your motorcycle.
Use extra care when riding a motorcy-
cle that has added cargo or acces-
sories. Here, along with the informa-
tion about accessories below, are
some general guidelines to follow if
loading cargo to your motorcycle:
The total weight of the operator,
passenger, accessories and cargo
must not exceed the maximum load
limit. Operation of an overloaded
vehicle could cause an accident.
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curely pack your heaviest items
as close to the center of the vehi-
cle as possible and make sure to
distribute the weight as evenly as
possible on both sides of the mo-
torcycle to minimize imbalance or
instability.
●Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that
accessories and cargo are se-
curely attached to the motorcycle
before riding. Check accessory
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
Properly adjust the suspension
for your load, and check the
condition and pressure 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 ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies pro-
duce. Therefore, Yamaha can neither
endorse nor recommend the use of
accessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
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 acces-
sories or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
Maximum load:
190 kg (419 lb)
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-
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products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle's design or opera-
tion characteristics can put you and
others at greater risk of serious injury
or death. You are responsible for in-
juries related to changes in the vehi-
cle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under
"Loading" when mounting acces-
sories.
●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 han-
dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be aslightweight 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
unstable in cross winds. These
accessories may also cause in-
stability 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
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such acces-
sories are not recommended.
●Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the motorcycle's electrical sys-
tem, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a danger-
ous 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 han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
7-16 for tire specifications and more
information on replacing your tires.
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DESCRIPTION
EAU10410Left view
1. Idle adjusting screw (page 7-15)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-1)
3. Air filter element (page 7-14)
4. Fuse box (page 7-31)
5. Seat lock (page 4-14)6. Shock absorber assembly/spring preload adjusting ring (page 4-16)
7. Shift pedal (page 4-10)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase) (page 7-10)
9. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) (page 7-10)
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10. Grab bar
11. Main fuse (page 7-31)
12. Battery (page 7-30)
13. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-22)
14. Coolant reservoir (page 7-13)15. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-22)
16. Coolant drain bolt (page 7-12)
17. Engine oil filter element (page 7-11)
18. Brake pedal (page 4-11)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments
1. Clutch lever (page 4-10)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-9)
3. Multi-function meter unit and warning lights (page 4-3, 4-5)
4. Right handlebar switches (page 4-9)
5. Throttle grip (page 7-16)6. Brake lever (page 4-11)
7. Engine oil filler cap/dipstick (page 7-9)
8. Fuel tank cap (page 4-11)
9. Main switch and steering lock (page 4-2)
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