Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-26
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable .............................6-26
Adjusting the Autolube pump .........6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake
and shift pedals ...........................6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake
and clutch levers .........................6-27
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .....................................6-28
Checking the front fork ...................6-28
Checking the steering.....................6-29
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-30
Battery ............................................6-30
Replacing the fuse ..........................6-31
Replacing the headlight bulb..........6-32
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb .............................................6-33
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-34
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-35
Troubleshooting ..............................6-36
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ............................................7-1
Matte color caution...........................7-1Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION .............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
Key identification number .................9-1
Vehicle identification number............9-1
Model label .......................................9-2
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3. Turn the key to “ ” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if
the devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU23801
Replacing the headlight bulb
This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
ECA10660
Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adver-
sely affected. Thoroughly clean off
any dirt and fingerprints on the
headlight bulb using a cloth mois-
tened with alcohol or thinner.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Remove the headlight bulb cover,
and then disconnect the head-
light lead connectors.
1. Headlight lead connector
2. Unhook.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb hol-
der, and then remove the burnt
out bulb.
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
NOTICE
Specified fuse:
10.0 A
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3. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
4. Connect the headlight lead con-
nectors, and then install the bulb
cover.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.EAU24133
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens
by removing the screws.
1. Tail/brake light lens
2. Screw
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Tail/brake light bulb
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10681]
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EAUS1352
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb
ECA10670
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer perform this job.
1. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise for the right turn sig-
nal and turning it clockwise for
the left turn signal.
1. Turn signal light bulb socket
2. Remove the burnt out bulb by
pulling it out.
1. Turn signal light bulb
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise
for the right turn signal and tur-
ning it counterclockwise for the
left turn signal.
EAUS1610
Replacing a rear turn signal
light bulb
1. Remove the turn signal lens by
removing the screw.
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
NOTICE
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1. Turn signal light bulb
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw. NOTICE:Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA11191]EAUM1461
Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. Remove the license plate light
cover by removing the screw.
1. Screw
2. License plate light cover
3. License plate light bulb socket
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by pulling it out.
1. Bulb
3. Remove the burnt out bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light
cover by installing the screw.
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Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
25.00 º
Trail:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/80 17 (52H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70 17 (62H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Loading:Maximum load:
196 kg (432 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm
2, 26 psi, 1.80 bar)Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 29 psi, 2.00 bar)
Loading condition:
90–196 kg (198–432 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi, 1.90 bar)
Rear:
230 kPa (2.30 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi, 2.30 bar)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT2.75
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT3.50
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
108.0 mm (4.25 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
89.2 mm (3.51 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
GT4L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 3.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Incandescence
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 25 W/25 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
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AAir filter element .......................................6-15
Anti-theft device housing .........................3-12
Autolube pump, adjusting........................6-27
BBattery......................................................6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-22
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-23
Brake lever .................................................3-6
Brake pedal ................................................3-6
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ..............6-20
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-26
Carburetor, adjusting ...............................6-16
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Clutch lever ................................................3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting...............6-19
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-3
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-4
Drive chain slack ......................................6-24
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating.......6-25
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine idling speed .................................6-16
Engine oil ...................................................3-9Engine stop switch ....................................3-5
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
Engine, starting a warm .............................5-2
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ......6-21
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-20
Front fork, checking .................................6-28
Fuel ............................................................3-7
Fuel cock..................................................3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-8
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-6
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-31
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-32
Horn switch ................................................3-4
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-13
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-35
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
NNeutral indicator light.................................3-2
OOil level warning light .................................3-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ................................................3-4
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ...........6-21
Rear view mirrors .....................................3-12
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-11
Shift pedal ..................................................3-5
Shift pedal position, adjusting .................6-21
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Sidestand .................................................3-13
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-28
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-10
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-3
Start switch ................................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever .................................3-11
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-29
Storage.......................................................7-3
TTachometer ................................................3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .................6-33
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-17
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-26
Tires .........................................................6-17
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
INDEX
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Transmission oil .......................................6-11
Troubleshooting .......................................6-36
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-37
Turn signal indicator light ...........................3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-34
Turn signal light bulb (rear), replacing......6-34
Turn signal switch ......................................3-4
VVehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-30
Wheels .....................................................6-19
INDEX
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