TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS...1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................2-1
Be a Responsible Owner ..................2-1
Safe riding .........................................2-1
Protective apparel .............................2-2
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ...2-2
Loading .............................................2-3
Genuine Yamaha Accessories ..........2-3
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications .......................2-4
Aftermarket Tires and Rims ..............2-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................3-1
Left view ............................................3-1
Right view .........................................3-2
Controls and instruments ..................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................4-1
Immobilizer system ...........................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................4-2
Indicator and warning lights ..............4-3
Multi-function display ........................4-5
Tachometer .......................................4-6
Tripmeter and tachometer modes .....4-6
Clock mode .......................................4-7
Fuel meter .........................................4-7
Self-diagnosis devices ......................4-7Handlebar switches ...........................4-9
Clutch lever .....................................4-10
Shift pedal .......................................4-10
Brake lever ......................................4-11
Brake pedal .....................................4-11
Fuel tank cap ..................................4-11
Fuel .................................................4-12
Fuel tank breather hose ..................4-13
Catalytic converter ..........................4-13
Seat .................................................4-14
Adjusting the front fork ....................4-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ..................................4-16
Sidestand ........................................4-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..........4-17
FOR YOUR SAFETY -
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............5-1
Pre-operation check list ....................5-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS..................................6-1
Starting the engine............................6-1
Shifting ..............................................6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...6-3
Engine break-in .................................6-3
Parking ..............................................6-4PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT.....................................7-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system.......7-2
General maintenance
and lubrication chart ..................7-3
Removing and installing
the cowling and panels ..............7-8
Checking the spark plug ...................7-8
Engine oil and oil filter element.........7-9
Coolant ............................................7-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose ...7-14
Checking the engine idling speed ...7-15
Checking the throttle cable
free play ...................................7-16
Valve clearance ...............................7-16
Tires ................................................7-16
Spoke wheels..................................7-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play...7-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ...............................7-21
Checking the brake fluid level .........7-22
Changing the brake fluid .................7-23
Drive chain slack .............................7-23
Cleaning and lubricating
the drive chain ..........................7-25
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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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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Replace.
Check operation.
Adjust.
Check operation, fluid level and vehicle
for fluid leakage.
Replace brake pads.
Check operation, fluid level and vehicle
for fluid leakage.
Replace brake pads.
Check for cracks or damage.
Replace.
Check runout, spoke tightness and
for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.
Check tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
Check bearing for looseness or damage. Air filter element
Clutch
Front brake
Rear brake
Brake hoses
Wheels
Tires
Wheel bearings
EAU1770C
General maintenance and lubrication chart
Whenever worn to the limit
Whenever worn to the limit
Every 4 years
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EAUM1890
TIP
●Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
●Hydraulic brake service
●Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
●Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder, and change the brake fluid.
●Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
Change.
Check operation.
Lubricate.
Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.
Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam. Engine oil filter
element
Cooling system
Front and rear brake
switches
Moving parts and
cables
Throttle grip housing
and cable
Lights, signals and
switches
Every 3 years
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1. Air filter element
ECA10480
NOTICE
●Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
●The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
6. Install the seat.
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EAUB1480
Replacing the air filter
element and cleaning the
check hose
The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas. In addition,
the air filter check hose must be fre-
quently checked and cleaned if neces-
sary. To replace the air filter element
1. Air filter case
2. Screws
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-
14.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case as shown.
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To clean the air filter check hose
1. Air filter check hose
2. Check hose cap
1. Check the hose on the side of the
air filter case for accumulated dirt
or water.
2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose, clean it, and then install
it.
EAU44730
Checking the engine idling
speed
1. Idle adjusting screw
a. Increasing the engine idling speed
b. Decreasing the engine idling speed
The engine idling speed must be
checked as follows and, if necessary,
adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes at 1000-2000 r/min
while occasionally revving it to 4000-
5000 r/min.
Engine idling speed:
1400-1600 r/min
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Engine oil:Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
2.50 L (2.64 US qt) (2.19 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
2.60 L (2.73 US qt) (2.26 Imp.qt)
Total amount (dry engine):
2.90 L (3.07 US qt) (2.55 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.2 L (1.26 US qt) (1.05 Imp.qt) (Radiator) +
0.5 L (0.52 US qt) (0.44 Imp.qt)
(Coolant reservoir)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.50 L (0.52 US qt) (0.44 Imp.qt)
From low to full level:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Paper
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
23.0 L (6.07 US gal) (5.06 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
6.7 L (1.76 US gal) (1.46 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Manufacturer:
DENSO
Model:
297500-0390
Spark plug:Manufacturer/model:NGK/CR7EGap:
0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.032 in)
Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
75/36 (2.083)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
45/15 (3.00)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Dimensions:Overall length:
2246 mm (88.42 in)
Overall width:
864 mm (34.01 in)
Overall height:
1477 mm (58.14 in)
Seat height:
896 mm (35.27 in)
Wheelbase:
1500 mm (59.05 in)
Ground clearance:
260 mm (10.23 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1958 mm (77.08 in)
Basic weight:With oil and fuel:
208.5 kg (459 lb)
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
660.0 cm
3(40.27 cu.in)
Bore x stroke:
100.0 x 84.0 mm (3.94 x 3.31 in)
Compression ratio:
10.00 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
-20-10 0 1020304050°C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 20W-40
SAE 20W-50
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INDEX
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Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications ...................................2-4
Aftermarket Tires and Rims ...............2-4
Air filter element, cleaning the check
hose ..............................................7-14
Air filter element, replacing ..............7-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing............7-35
Avoid Carbon Monoxide poisoning ....2-2
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Battery ..............................................7-30
To access the battery ...................7-30
To charge the battery....................7-30
To store the battery.......................7-31
Be a Responsible Owner ...................2-1
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating ..............................7-26
Brake fluid ........................................7-22
Changing ......................................7-23
Checking fluid level .......................7-22
Brake lever .......................................4-11
Brake pads, checking .......................7-21
Brake pedal ......................................4-11
Checking .......................................7-27
Lubricating ....................................7-27
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Cables, checking and lubricating .....7-25
Carbon Monoxide (avoid Carbon
Monoxide poisoning).......................2-2
Care and storage ...............................8-1Catalytic converter ...........................4-13
Checking and lubricating the brake
and clutch levers ...........................7-26
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal .............................................7-27
Checking and lubricating the cables..7-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ......................................7-27
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ...............................7-26
Checking the brake pedal ................7-27
Checking the sidestand switch .........4-18
Clock mode ........................................4-7
Clutch lever ......................................4-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......7-20
Consumer information ......................10-1
Controls and instruments ...................3-3
Function ..........................................4-1
Coolant .............................................7-12
Coolant temperature warning light .....4-4
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Description .........................................3-1
Controls and instrument .................3-3
Left view..........................................3-1
Right view .......................................3-2
Dimmer switch....................................4-9
Drive chain, cleaning
and lubricating ..............................7-25
Drive chain slack ..............................7-23
Adjusting .......................................7-23
Checking .......................................7-23Cleaning and lubricating ...............7-25
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Emission control system (periodic
maintenance chart) .........................7-2
Engine break-in ..................................6-3
Engine idling speed, adjusting .........7-15
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........7-9
Engine oil filter element....................7-10
Engine stop switch .............................4-9
Engine trouble warning light...............4-4
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For your safety - Pre-operation
checks .............................................5-1
Front fork ..........................................4-15
Adjusting .......................................4-15
Checking .......................................7-28
Front wheel ......................................7-36
Installing........................................7-37
Removing......................................7-36
Fuel ..................................................4-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...6-3
Fuel meter ..........................................4-7
Fuel tank breather hose ...................4-13
Fuel tank cap ...................................4-11
Fuses, replacing ...............................7-31
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Genuine Yamaha Accessories ...........2-3
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Handlebar switches ............................4-9
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