2010 YAMAHA XT660Z warning

INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XT660Z Ténéré, you are benefiting from Yamaha's vast experience and newest technology regarding
the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XT660Z Ténéré. The Owner's
Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have
any further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
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TIP
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTICE
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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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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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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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
is used to lock the steering.
TIP
Be sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlights comes on automatical-
ly when the engine is started and stay
on until the key is turned to “OFF”,
even if the engine stalls.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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Never turn the key to "OFF" or
"LOCK" while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems
will be switched off, which may re-
sult in loss of control or an acci-
dent.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To unlock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
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F(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light, license plate light and auxiliary
lights are on. The hazard lights and
turn signal lights can be turned on, but
all other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before
the key can be turned to “F”.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator and warning lights
1. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
3. Turn signal indicator light “y”
4. High beam indicator light “1”
5. Engine trouble warning light “U”
6. Coolant temperature warning light “u”
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Turn signal indicator light “y”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
The electrical circuit of the turn signal
indicator light can be checked by turn-
ing the key to "ON".
If the indicator light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Neutral indicator light “ N”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
The electrical circuit of the neutral indi-
cator light can be checked by turning
the key to "ON". If the indicator light
does not come on for a few seconds,
then go off, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
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High beam indicator light “1”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on. The electrical circuit of the high
beam indicator light can be checked
by turning the key to "ON". If the indi-
cator light does not come on for a few
seconds, then go off, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.
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Coolant temperature warning
light “u”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool. The electrical circuit of the
warning light can be checked by turn-
ing the key to "ON". The warning light
should come on for a few seconds,and then go off. If the warning light
does not come on initially when the
key is turned to "ON", or if the warning
light remains on, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the electrical circuit.
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NOTICE
Do not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.
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●For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.
●If the engine overheats, see page
7-41 for further instructions.
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Engine trouble warning light “U”
This warning light comes on or flashes
if a problem is detected in the electri-
cal circuit monitoring the engine. If this
occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system. (See page
4-8 for an explanation of the self-diag-
nosis device.) The electrical circuit of
the warning light can be checked byturning the key to "ON". The warning
light should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off. If the warning light does
not come on initially when the key is
turned to "ON", or if the warning light re-
mains on, have a Yamaha dealer check
the electrical circuit.
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Immobilizer system indicator
light “ ”
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the
key to "ON". The indicator light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off. If the indicator light does not
come on initially when the key is
turned to "ON", or if the indicator light
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
When the key is turned to "OFF" and
30 seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the
immobilizer system is enabled. After
24 hours have passed, the indicator
light will stop flashing, however the im-
mobilizer system is still enabled.
This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the immobi-
lizer system. (See page 4-8 for an ex-
planation of the self-diagnosis device.)
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