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7
EAU23202
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA10731
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
EAUM1652
Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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 operation1. 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.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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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 7-28 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.
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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EAU23396
Battery The battery is located behind panel B.
(See page 7-7.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery coupler needs to be
checked and, if necessary, securely
fastened.
WARNING
EWA10760
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severeburns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16521
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the model 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
turned to “OFF ” before discon-
necting the coupler.
[ECA16322]
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 in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “ OFF” before con-
necting the coupler.
[ECA16930]
1. Battery coupler
2. Battery band
3. Battery
2 3
1
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NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU50430
Replacing the fuse The fuse is located inside the battery
coupler. (See page 7-26.)
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.1. Turn the key to “ OFF” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Disconnect the battery coupler.
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
4. Connect the battery coupler.
5. Turn the key to “
ON”.
6. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Battery coupler
2. Fuse
3. Spare fuse
1 3
2
Specified fuse: 10.0 A
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EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
EAU24360
Front wheel
EAU41815
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
brake lever.
2. Loosen the locknut, and then turn the brake lever free play adjusting
bolt fully in direction (a).
3. Loosen the axle nut.1. Rubber cover
2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
(a)
3
2
1
(a)
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74. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure in the
previous section “Supporting the
motorcycle ”.
5. Remove the axle nut and washer.
6. Pull the wheel axle out. 7. Remove the brake shoe assembly
from the wheel hub by pulling it
out.
8. Remove the wheel.
EAU41693
To install the front wheel 1. Install the brake shoe assembly into the wheel hub.
2. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.TIPMake sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
fork leg.
3. Insert the wheel axle from theright-hand side, and then install
the washer and the axle nut.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
5. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
6. Adjust the brake lever free play. (See page 7-18.)
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
1. Wheel axle
1. Brake shoe assembly
1
1. Slot
2. RetainerTightening torque:Axle nut:35 Nm (3.5 m ·kgf, 25 ft· lbf)
21
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7. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU41645
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Disconnect the brake torque rodfrom the brake shoe plate by re-
moving the cotter pin, the nut and
the bolt. 2. Remove the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut, and then disconnect
the brake rod at the brake cam-
shaft lever.
3. Fully loosen the locknut and the drive chain slack adjusting nut on
both ends of the swingarm.1. Brake torque rod
2. Cotter pin
3. Brake torque rod bolt and nut
4. Brake shoe plate
1. Brake rod
2. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
3. Brake camshaft lever
4. Wheel axle
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74. Loosen the axle nut.
5. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 7-28.
6. Remove the axle nut, washer and the drive chain puller at the left-
hand side, then pull the wheel axle
out together with the drive chain
puller from the right-hand side.
7. Push the wheel forward, and then remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIPThe drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the wheel.8. Remove the wheel.
EAU41654
To install the rear wheel1. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket.
2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground, and then install the drive chain
puller and the wheel by inserting
the wheel axle from the right-hand
side.
3. Install the drive chain puller, wash- er and axle nut. 4. Lower the rear wheel so that it is
on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
5. Install the brake rod onto the brake camshaft lever, and then install the
brake pedal free play adjusting nut
onto the brake rod.
6. Connect the brake torque rod to the brake shoe plate by installing
the bolt and nut, and then tighten
the nut to the specified torque.
7. Insert a new cotter pin.
8. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See page 7-20.)
9. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
10. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-19.)
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
3. Drive chain puller
4. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
5. Locknut
1 2
3 5
4
Tightening torque:
Brake torque rod nut:26 Nm (2.6 m ·kgf, 19 ft· lbf)
Tightening torque: Axle nut:60 Nm (6.0 m ·kgf, 43 ft· lbf)
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