EAU23272
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition1. Check the inner tubes for scrat- ches, damage and excessive oil
leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce 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 handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
EAU23283
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.1. Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. 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.
NOTICE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-31
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EAU48612
Identification numbers
Record the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in
case the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
1. Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.
TIP
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your
motorcycle with the licensing autho-
rity in your area.
EAU26480
Model label
1. Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-12).
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
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AAir filter element .......................................6-17
Anti-theft device housing .........................3-13
Autolube pump, adjusting........................6-28
BBattery......................................................6-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking andlubricating ..............................................6-29
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ..............................................6-29
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-24
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-25
Brake lever .................................................3-6
Brake light switches .................................6-23
Brake pedal ................................................3-6
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ..............6-22
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-28
Carburetor, adjusting ...............................6-17
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Clutch lever ................................................3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting...............6-21
Coolant.....................................................6-14
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-3
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-5
Drive chain slack ......................................6-25
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating.......6-27
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine idling speed .................................6-18 Engine oil .................................................3-10
Engine stop switch ....................................3-5
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
Engine, starting a warm .............................5-2
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ......6-23
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-22
Front fork, checking .................................6-31
Fuel ............................................................3-8
Fuel cock..................................................3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-9
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-7
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-33
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-34
Horn switch ................................................3-5
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-14
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-2
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-36
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 ................................................9-1
NNeutral indicator light.................................3-2
OOil level warning light .................................3-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ................................................3-5
RRear view mirrors .....................................3-13
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-12
Shift pedal ..................................................3-6
Shift pedal position, adjusting .................6-22
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Sidestand .................................................3-14
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-30
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-11
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-3
Start switch ................................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever .................................3-12
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-31
Storage.......................................................7-3
TTachometer ................................................3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .................6-35
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-28
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ..............6-18
Tires .........................................................6-19
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Transmission oil .......................................6-13
Troubleshooting .......................................6-37
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-38
Turn signal indicator light ...........................3-2
INDEX
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