2012 YAMAHA XT1200Z wheel

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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7
off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.


Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.


Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.


For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield. Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
[ECA10791]
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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7
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam- age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 ° C (30 °F) or more than 30
° C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2255 mm (88.8 in)
Overall width:
980 mm (38.6 in)
Overall height: 1410 mm (55.5 in)
Seat height: 845/870 mm (33.3/34.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1540 mm (60.6 in)
Ground clearance: 205 mm (8.07 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2700 mm (106.3 in)Weight:Curb weight:261 kg (575 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline 2-cylinder
Displacement: 1199 cm ³
Bore × stroke:
98.0 × 79.5 mm (3.86 × 3.13 in)
Compression ratio: 11.00 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.10 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.40 L (3.59 US qt, 2.99 Imp.qt)Final gear oil:Type:Yamaha genuine shaft drive gear oil SAE
80 API GL-5 or SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid
gear oil
Quantity: 0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):0.26 L (0.27 US qt, 0.23 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.83 L (1.93 US qt, 1.61 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 23.0 L (6.08 US gal, 5.06 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.9 L (1.03 US gal, 0.86 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:
23P1 00Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:NGK/CPR8EB9
Spark plug gap:
0.8 –0.9 mm (0.031 –0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:1.466 (85/58)
Final drive: Shaft
–20 –10 0
1020 30 40 50 ˚C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 ˚F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Secondary reduction ratio:2.987 (21/25 x 32/9)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.769 (36/13)
2nd: 2.063 (33/16)
3rd: 1.571 (33/21)
4th:
1.250 (30/24)
5th: 1.042 (25/24)
6th: 0.929 (26/28)Chassis:Frame type:Backbone
Caster angle: 28.00 °
Trail:
126 mm (5.0 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
110/80R19M/C 59V
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BW501 Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/TOURANCE EXP C
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 150/70R17M/C 69V
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BW502
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/TOURANCE EXP CLoading:Maximum load:209 kg (461 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0 –198 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm ², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
90– 209 kg (198 –461 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm ², 42 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel Rim size:
19M/C x MT2.50
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT4.00Unified brake system:Operation:
Activated by front brakeFront brake:Type:Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
190.0 mm (7.48 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Spring/shock absorber type:Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 190.0 mm (7.48 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTZ12S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light: LED High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Taillight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 20.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
3.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
O/P (option) fuse:
20.0 A
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INDEX
Tires...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ........................ 3-21
Traction control system indicator/warning light ......................................... 3-7
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-5
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-33
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-16VValve clearance .................................... 6-17
Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-28
Wheels.................................................. 6-20
Windshield ............................................ 3-27
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