2012 YAMAHA FZ8 N brake fluid

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-3
Controls and instruments ............... 2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-11
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-13
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-17
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-17
Seats ............................................ 3-18
Storage compartment .................. 3-19
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-20
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-22
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-24 Sidestand ...................................... 3-24
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-25
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing the
cowling and panel........................ 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-10
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-16 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance............................. 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels .................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-20
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack........................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain.......................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-29
Checking the front fork ................. 6-29
Checking the steering................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-31
Battery .......................................... 6-31U2SHE1E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, July 15, 2014 4:04 PM

DESCRIPTION
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1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-24)
2. Fuse box (page 6-32)
3. Battery (page 6-31)
4. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
5. Coolant reservoir (page 6-13)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
7. Fuel tank cap (page 3-15) 8. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20)
9. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-20)
10.Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20)
11.Engine oil level check window (page 6-10)
12.Brake pedal (page 3-14)
13.Rear brake light switch (page 6-22)
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-24)
2. Fuse box (page 6-32)
3. Battery (page 6-31)
4. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
5. Coolant reservoir (page 6-13)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
7. Fuel tank cap (page 3-15)
8. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20)
9. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-20) 10.Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20)
11.Engine oil level check window (page 6-10)
12.Brake pedal (page 3-14)U2SHE1E0.book Page 4 Tuesday, July 15, 2014 4:04 PM

DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-13)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-11)
3. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-8)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-11)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
8. Brake lever (page 3-13)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot b e corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 3-16, 3-17
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-13
Front brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-22, 6-23
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Rear brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-22, 6-23
Clutch • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
6-20
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-
ble and grip housing. 6-17, 6-27
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 6-27
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-25, 6-26
Wheels an d tires • Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
6-18, 6-20
Brake an d shift pe dals • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 6-28
Brake an d clutch levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-28
Si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
6-29
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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General maintenance and lu brication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 Air filter element • Replace. √
2Clutch • Check operation.
•Adjust.
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3 *Front brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4 *Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 *Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and
clamping. √√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake flui d • Replace. Every 2 years
7 *Wheels • Check runout and for damage. √√√√
8 *Tires • Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. √√√√√
9 *Wheel bearin gs • Check bearings for looseness or
damage. √√√√
10 *Swin garm • Check operation and for exces-
sive play. √√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIPAir filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
 Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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