EAU15951
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do
not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
EWA10271
sWARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an acci-
dent or injury.
EAU16562
Starting a cold engineECA10250
NOTICE
See page 5-4 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
1. Turn the key to “ ”, and when
the oil level warning light comes
on, turn it to “ ”.
ECA10240
NOTICE
If the oil level warning light does
not come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
2. Close the throttle completely.3. While applying the front or rear
brake, start the engine by pus-
hing the start switch or by pus-
hing the kickstarter lever down.
NOTICE: For maximum engine
life, never accelerate hard
when the engine is cold!
[ECA11041]
If the engine fails to start by pus-
hing the start switch, release the
switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting
attempt should be as short as
possible to preserve the battery.
Do not crank the engine more
than 5 seconds on any one
attempt. If the engine does not
start with the starter motor, try
using the kickstarter.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
charging it in an enclosed spa-
ce.
●KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
1. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the
battery 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.
ECA16520
NOTICE
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
turned to “ ” , then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive
lead.
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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.
ECA16530
NOTICE
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU23503
Replacing the fuse
1. Main fuse
The fuse holder is located behind
panel A. (See page 6-5).
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.
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1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-20
6
2-stroke engine oil ...................................3-10
AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter element .........................................6-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-24
BBattery......................................................6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-15
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-16
Brake lever, front ........................................3-6
Brake lever, rear .........................................3-7
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-16
Brake pads and shoes, checking ............6-14
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCarburetor,adjusting.................................6-10
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Centerstand, checking and lubricating ....6-17
Coolant.......................................................6-8
Cowling and panel, removing
and installing............................................6-5
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-6
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
FFinal transmission oil .................................6-7
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-13
Front fork, checking .................................6-18
Fuel ............................................................3-8
Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank caps .....3-7
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-20
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-6
Headlight and front turn signal light
bulb, replacing .......................................6-21
High beam indicator light...........................3-2
Horn switch ................................................3-6
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
Kickstarter ................................................3-10
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-24
Luggage hook ..........................................3-13
M
Main switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display ................................3-4
OOil level warning light .................................3-3
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................1-5
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake lever free play, adjusting .......6-13
Rider seat .................................................3-11
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1Shock absorber assembly, adjusting.......3-12
Spark plug, checking .................................6-6
Specifications.............................................7-3
Speedometer .............................................3-3
Start switch ................................................3-6
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-2
Steering, checking ...................................6-18
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ..............................3-11
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-23
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-10
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-16
Tires .........................................................6-11
Troubleshooting .......................................6-25
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-26
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-2
Turn signal switch ......................................3-6
VVehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-19
Wheels .....................................................6-12
INDEX