PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-29
6
EAU23272
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23283
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-37 for more
information.) 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 for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU48611
Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case
the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26470
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the rider seat. (See page 3-19.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1. Model label
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-15
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-36BBattery .................................................. 6-30
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ........................................... 3-15
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-21
Brake light switches
(for ABS models) ................................ 6-21
Brake light switches
(for non-ABS models) ......................... 6-22
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-15CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-26
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-18
Clutch lever........................................... 3-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-13
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-24
EEngine break-in .......................................5-3
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-10
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-13
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-7
EXUP system ........................................ 3-25FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-22
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-21
Front fork, checking...............................6-29
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-18
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-16
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch........................................ 3-14
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-34
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-26
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-25MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-13SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-14
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-23
Sidestand .............................................. 3-26
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-28
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-9
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-13
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment (FZ1-N).............. 3-20
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-35
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-17
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