
TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL 
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning  lights............................................ 3-4
Cruise control system..................... 3-6
Multi-function meter unit .............. 3-10
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-23
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-23
Clutch lever .................................. 3-25
Shift pedal .................................... 3-26
Brake lever.................................... 3-26
Brake pedal .................................. 3-26
ABS .............................................. 3-27
Traction control system ................ 3-28
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-29
Fuel ............................................... 3-30
Fuel tank breather/
overflow hose ............................ 3-31
Catalytic converters...................... 3-31
Seats ............................................ 3-32
Adjusting the rider seat height...... 3-33
Storage compartments................. 3-35 Accessory box .............................. 3-36
Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 3-37
Handlebar position ........................ 3-37
Opening and closing the cowling 
vents .......................................... 3-37
Rear view mirrors .......................... 3-39
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-39
Adjusting the shock absorber  assembly.................................... 3-41
Sidestand ...................................... 3-42
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-43
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 3-45
FOR YOUR SAFETY – 
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT 
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel  consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND 
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the  emission control system .............. 6-3 General maintenance and 
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-12
Final gear oil ................................. 6-14
Coolant ......................................... 6-16
Cleaning the air filter element ....... 6-17
Checking the engine idling  speed ........................................ 6-18
Checking the throttle grip free 
play ............................................ 6-19
Valve clearance............................. 6-19
Tires .............................................. 6-19
Cast wheels .................................. 6-22
Clutch lever................................... 6-22
Checking the brake lever free  play ............................................ 6-23
Brake light switches ..................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake  pads .......................................... 6-24
Checking the brake and clutch  fluid levels.................................. 6-24
Changing the brake and clutch  fluids .......................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the 
cables ........................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the  throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
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DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view
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5
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1. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16)
2. Accessory box (page 3-36)
3. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-39)
4. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
5. Final gear oil filler bolt (page 6-14)
6. Final gear oil drain bolt (page 6-14)
7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting lever (page 3-41)
8. Air filter element (page 6-17) 9. Shift pedal (page 3-26)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-12)
11.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-12)
12.Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
13.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-12)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Indicator lig hts and warning  
lig hts
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Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ” 
an d“”
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Hi gh  beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off. If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIPEven if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding
on a slope or during sudden accelera-
tion or deceleration, but this is not a
malfunction.
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Cruise control in
dicator li ghts
These indicator lights come on when
the cruise control system is activated.
See page 3-6 for a detailed explanation
of the function of these indicator lights.
The electrical circuit of these indicator
lights can be checked by turning the
key to “ON”. These indicator lights
should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off.
If an indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if an indicator light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
1. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
4. Oil level warning light “ ”
5. Neutral indicator light “ ”
6. High beam indicator light “ ”
7. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning  light “ ”
8. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
9. Traction control system indicator/warning  light “TCS”
10.Cruise control indicator lights
GEARN
25
A.TEMP ˚C
Lo
C.TEMP˚C
0:06
TIME TRIP
1
2
8
3
7
4
9
10
6
5
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-16
3
TIPAfter resetting the average fuel con-
sumption display, “_ _._” will be shown
for that display until the vehicle has
traveled 1 km (0.6 mi).NOTICE
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If there is a malfunction, “– –.–” will
be continuously d isplayed. Have a
Yamaha  dealer check the vehicle.Instantaneous fuel consumption dis-play:The instantaneous fuel consumption
display modes “km/L”, “L/100km” or
“MPG” (for the UK only) show the fuel
consumption under the current riding
conditions.
 The “km/L” display shows the dis-
tance that can be traveled on 1.0 L
of fuel. 
The “L/100km” display shows the
amount of fuel necessary to travel
100 km.
 For the UK only: The “MPG” dis-
play shows the distance that can
be traveled on 1.0 Imp.gal of fuel.
TIPIf traveling at speeds under 10 km/h
(6.0 mi/h), “_ _._” will be displayed.NOTICE
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If there is a malfunction, “– –.–” will
be continuously  displaye d. Have a
Yamaha  dealer check the vehicle.Settin g mo de
TIP The transmission must be in neu-
tral and the vehicle must be
stopped to change settings in this
mode.
 Shifting the transmission into gear
and starting off, or turning the key
to “OFF”, saves all settings made,
then exits the setting mode.Push and hold the menu switch
“MENU” for at least 2 seconds to enter
the setting mode. To exit the setting
mode and return to the normal display,
push and hold the menu switch
“MENU” again for at least 2 seconds.
12.3
CRNT FUEL km/L
1. Setting mode display
MENUGrip WarmerMaintenanceTime TripUnitDisplayBrightnessClock
1
Display Description
“Grip Warmer” This function allows you to 
set the low, middle, and 
high settings to 10 tem-
perature levels.
“Maintenance” This function allows you to 
check and reset the “OIL” 
oil change interval (dis-
tance traveled), and the 
“FREE-1” and “FREE-2” 
maintenance intervals.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
4. Use the select switch to highlight
“Middle” or “Low”, and then chan-
ge the setting using the same pro-
cedure that was used for the high
setting.
5. When you are finished changing the settings, use the select switch
to highlight “ ”, and then push the
menu switch “MENU” to return to
the setting mode menu.
TIPThe setting can be set to 10 tempera-
ture levels.Resetting the maintenance counters1. Use the select switch to highlight“Maintenance”. 2. Push the menu switch “MENU”,
and then push the “RESET” but-
ton to select the item to reset.
3. While the selected item is flashing, push the “RESET” button for at
least 2 seconds.
4. Push the menu switch “MENU” to return to the setting mode menu. Checking and resetting “TIME–2” and
“TIME–3”1. Use the select switch to highlight
“Time Trip”.
2. Push the menu switch “MENU” to display “TIME–2” and “TIME–3”.
To reset a time trip, push the “RE-
SET” button to select the item to
reset.
Grip WarmerHig
h
10
Middle
5
Low
1
MENUGrip WarmerMaintenanceTime TripUnitDisplayBrightnessClock
20
OIL km
10
FREE-1km
10
FREE-2kmMaintenance
MENUGrip WarmerMaintenanceTime TripUnitDisplayBrightnessClockTIME-2
0:07
TIME-3
0:07
Time Trip
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-1
4
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment  damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot  be corrected  b y the proce dures provi ded  in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha  dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather/overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or damage, and 
check hose connection. 3-30, 3-31
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-12
Final  gear oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-14
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-16
Front  brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-24, 6-24
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10*Swin garm • Check operation and for exces-
sive play. √√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
11 *Steerin g b earin gs • Check bearing play and steering 
for roughness. √√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
12 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and 
screws are properly tightened. √√√√√
13 Brake lever pivot 
shaft • Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
14 Brake ped
al pivot 
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
15 Clutch lever pivot 
shaft
• Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
16 Shift pe
dal pivot 
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
17 Si
destan d, center-
stan d • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
18 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation. √√√√√√
19 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leak-
age. √√√√
20 *Shock a
bsor ber as-
sem bly • Check operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage. √√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 
CHECK
1000 k
m 
(600 mi) 10000 km 
(6000 mi) 20000 km 
(12000 mi) 30000 km 
(18000 mi) 40000 km 
(24000 mi)
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21*Rear suspension re-
lay arm an
d con-
nectin g arm 
pivotin g points • Check operation.
√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. √√
22 En gine oil • Change.
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil 
leakage. √√√√√√
23 En
gine oil filter car-
tri dg e •Replace.
√√√
24 *Coolin g system • Check coolant level and vehicle 
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
• Change coolant. Every 3 years
25 Final  gear oil • Check oil level and vehicle for oil 
leakage.
• Change. √√√√√
26 *Front an
d rear 
b rake switches • Check operation.
√√√√√√
27 Movin
g parts an d 
ca bles • Lubricate.
√√√√√
28 *Throttle g rip • Check operation.
• Check throttle grip free play, and 
adjust if necessary.
• Lubricate cable and grip housing. √√√√√
29 *Li
ghts, si gnals an d 
switches • Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.
√√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 
CHECK
1000 km 
(600 mi) 10000 km 
(6000 mi) 20000 km 
(12000 mi) 30000 km 
(
 18000 mi)40000 km 
(24000 mi)
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