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
TABLE OF CONTENTS
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 7
EAU10420
Right view
DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
1. Storage compartment (page 3-12)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. Battery (page 6-30)
4. Fuse (page 6-31)
5. Oil tank cap (page 3-9)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
7. Radiator (page 6-13)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-6)9. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 13
ECA16520
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (cons-
tant-voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional bat-
tery charger will damage the bat-
tery. If you do not have access to a
constant-voltage battery charger,
have a Yamaha dealer charge your
battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is tur-
ned to “ ” then disconnect
the negative lead before dis-
connecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation.4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals.
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU23482
Replacing the fuse
1. Main fuse
2. Backup fuse
The fuse holder is located under the
seat. (See page 3-11).
If the fuse is blown, replace it as
follows.
1. Turn the key to “ ” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher ampera-
ge rating than recommended
to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical sys-
tem and possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
NOTICE
NOTICE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-31
6
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 67
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
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-32
6
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 68
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 1.2 W x 2
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Fuse:Main fuse:
10.0 A
SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 81
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
5WX-F819D-E3 15/11/08 15:27 Página 84