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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 thebrake lever.
2. Loosen the locknut, and then turn the brake lever free play adjusting
bolt fully in direction (a).
3. Loosen the axle nut. 4. 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.
1. Rubber cover
2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
(a)
3
2
1
(a)
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
1. Wheel axle
1. Brake shoe assembly
1
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3. Insert the wheel axle from the
right-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.) 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.
1. Slot
2. RetainerTightening torque:Axle nut:35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
21
1. Brake torque rod
2. Cotter pin
3. Brake torque rod bolt and nut
4. Brake shoe plate
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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 7-21.)
9. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
10. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-19.)
EAU25851
Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15141
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from water heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
gasoline vapors can ignite or ex-
plode, causing severe injury or
property damage.
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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8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA14501
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.●
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.
●
If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
NOTICE
ECA10800
●
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
●
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
●
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAU26152
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
ECA10810
●
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
●
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
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82. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.
3. Drain the carburetor float chamber by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug 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 wall 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 cap from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
7. 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.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
9. 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
7-26.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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WARNING
ALWAYS
:
vehicle overturns on hills and rough
terrain and in turns.
seriously affect handling and control.
Improper motorcycle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED HELMET AND
PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE
ON PAVED ROADS NEVER CARRY
PASSENGERS
NEVER
operate:
conditions.
another vehicle.
balance and steering and increase risk
of losing control.
LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.\
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN
2012.07-0.5 ×1 CR
(E)
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