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EAU23215
Checking an d lu bricatin g the
centerstan d an d si destan dThe operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
WARNING
EWA10742
If the centerstan d or si destan d d oes
not move up an d d own smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstan d or
si destan d coul d contact the g round
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possib le loss of control.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Silicone grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EAU23252
Lubricatin g the rear suspen-
sionThe pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
EAUM1653
Lub ricatin g the swing arm piv-
otsThe swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU45512
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand. WARNING! To avoi d inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
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 steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel bearin gsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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EAU39526
BatteryThe battery is located under panel A.
(See page 6-8.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe b
urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, a dminister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes an d seek prompt
me dical attention.
Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To char
ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltag e) battery char ger is re-
quired . Using a conventional b attery
char ger will damag e the b attery.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 removin g the
b attery, be sure the key is
turne d to “OFF”, then d iscon-
nect the neg ative lead b efore
d isconnectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16303]
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 in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
in g the b attery, be sure the key
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
1 2
3
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is turne
d to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lea d before con-
nectin g the ne gative lead .
[ECA16841]
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d to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lea d before con-
nectin g the ne gative lead .
[ECA16841]
4. After installation, make sure that
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is turne
d to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lea d before con-
nectin g the ne gative lead .
[ECA16841]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a dischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
EAU54513
Replacin g the fusesThe fuse boxes and individual fuses
are located under panel A. (See page
6-8.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.1. Main fuse 1
2. Spare fuse
3. Cruise control fuse
4. Brake light fuse
5. Fuse box
6. Main fuse 2
5
1
3
4
2
5 26
1. ABS motor fuse
2. ABS solenoid fuse
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
5. Electronic throttle valve fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Suspension fuse
9. Signaling system fuse
10.Auxiliary DC jack fuse
11.ABS control unit fuse
12.Ignition fuse
13.Right radiator fan fuse
14.Left radiator fan fuse
15.Hazard fuse
16.Windshield motor fuse817
2
3456
7
14
7
10 91112
13
7
16
15
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62. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive d am-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
Specifie d fuses:
Main fuse 1:
50.0 A
Main fuse 2:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 25.0 A
Brake light fuse: 1.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 20.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Hazard fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
Suspension fuse:
15.0 A
Cruise control fuse: 1.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A
Windshield motor fuse:20.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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EAU40362
Headlig ht bul bIf a headlight does not come on, have
a Yamaha dealer check its electrical
circuit or replace the bulb.NOTICE
ECA16581
Do not affix any type of tinte d film or
stickers to the head lig ht lens.
EAU54241
Front turn si gnal li ghtThis model is equipped with LED-type
front turn signal lights.
If a front turn signal light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check
it.
EAU27005
Replacin g a rear turn si gnal
lig ht bul b or a tail/ brake li ght
b ul b1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-33.)
2. Remove the turn signal light bulb socket (together with the bulb) or
the tail/brake light bulb socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.1. Turn signal light bulb socket
2. Tail/brake light bulb socket
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65. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the passenger seat.
EAU24314
Replacin g the license plate
li g ht bul b1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the
bulb) by pulling it out. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.1. Screw
2. License plate light unit
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light bulb socket
1
2
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