
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
7-8
7
EAU49890
Transmission oil The transmission oil level should be
checked before each ride. In addition,
the transmission oil must be changed at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the transmission oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIPMake sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.2. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove it
again to check the oil level.TIPThe transmission oil should be be-
tween the tip of the dipstick and maxi-
mum level mark.
3. If the oil does not reach the tip of
the dipstick, add sufficient oil of the
recommended type to raise it to
the correct level.
4. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
To change the transmission oil
1. Place an oil pan under the trans-
mission to collect the used oil.
2. Remove the oil filler cap, the trans-
mission oil drain bolt and its gasket
to drain the oil from the transmis-
sion.3. Install the transmission oil drain
bolt and its new gasket, and then
tighten the bolt to the specified
torque.
4. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended transmission
oil, and then install and tighten the
oil filler cap.1. Transmission oil filler cap
2. Dipstick
3. Maximum level mark
4. Tip of the dipstick
2
3
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1
1. Transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
Tightening torque:
Transmission oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Recommended transmission oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil change quantity:
0.65 L (0.69 US qt, 0.57 Imp.qt)
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7-10
7 4. Apply oil of the recommended type
to the entire surface of the sponge
material, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out.
TIPThe sponge material should be wet but
not dripping.5. Install the sponge material onto
the air filter case cover.
6. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case. NOTICE: Make sure
that the air filter element is prop-
erly 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.
[ECA10481]
7. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
EAU41232
Cleaning the spark arrester The spark arrester should be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
WARNING
EWA10980
Always let the exhaust system
cool prior to touching exhaust
components.
Do not start the engine when
cleaning the exhaust system.
1. Remove the tailpipe by removing
the bolt, and then pulling it out of
the muffler.
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
1. Bolt
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7-19
7
EAU23016
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.NOTICE
ECA10583
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle, riding
in the rain or riding in wet areas.1. Remove all dirt and mud from the
drive chain with a brush or cloth.TIPFor a thorough cleaning, have a
Yamaha dealer remove the drive chain
and soak it in solvent.2. Spray Yamaha Chain and Cable
Lube or a high-quality spray-type
drive chain lubricant on the entire
chain, making sure that all side
plates and rollers have been suffi-
ciently oiled.
EAU41842
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
housing of cables may result in in-
ternal rusting and cause interfer-
ence with cable movement. Replace
damaged cables as soon as possi-
ble to prevent unsafe conditions.[EWA10711]EAU23113
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber boot. Make sure that the boot is
securely installed. Even though the
boot is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from water
entry. Therefore, use care not to pour
water directly onto the boot or cable
when washing the vehicle. If the cable
or boot becomes dirty, wipe clean with
a moist cloth.
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or 4-
stroke engine oil
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SPECIFICATIONS
9-1
9
Dimensions:Overall length:
1540 mm (60.6 in)
Overall width:
640 mm (25.2 in)
Overall height:
880 mm (34.6 in)
Seat height:
635 mm (25.0 in)
Wheelbase:
1055 mm (41.5 in)
Ground clearance:
185 mm (7.28 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1700 mm (66.9 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
61 kg (134 lb)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):
PW80 79.3 dB(A)@2750 r/min
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
PW80 Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008):
PW80 Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
79 cm³
Bore × stroke:
47.0 × 45.6 mm (1.85 × 1.80 in)Compression ratio:
6.60 :1
Starting system:
Kickstarter
Lubrication system:
Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube)
Engine oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 2S or 2-stroke engine oil
(JASO FC grade) or (ISO EG-C or EG-D
grade)
Engine oil quantity:
Quantity:
0.75 L (0.79 US qt, 0.66 Imp.qt)Transmission oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40) or SAE 10W-40
Oil change quantity:
0.65 L (0.69 US qt, 0.57 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
PW80 Regular unleaded gasoline only
PW80A Unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
4.9 L (1.29 US gal, 1.08 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.0 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Type × quantity:
VM15SC x 1
Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/BPR6HS
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc automaticTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
66/21 (3.143)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
32/15 (2.133)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 3-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
39/12 (3.250)
2nd:
29/16 (1.812)
3rd:
22/17 (1.294)Chassis:Frame type:
Steel tube backbone
Caster angle:
26.00 °
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SPECIFICATIONS
9-2
9
Trail:
62.0 mm (2.44 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
2.50-14 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBYRear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
3.00-12 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBYLoading:Maximum rider weight:
40.0 kg (88 lb)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
14x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheelRim size:
12x1.60
Front brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right hand operationRear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
95.0 mm (3.74 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
CDI
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