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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-20, 6-22
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-14, 6-16
Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.6-17
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-24
Brake lever Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.6-23
Centerstand, sidestand (for
sidestand-equipped models) Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-24
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches Check operation.
Correct if necessary.— ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-4
6
EAU17718
General maintenance and lubrication chart NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
(14000 mi)
1 Air filter element Clean.√√
Replace.√√
2*Front brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
3*Rear brake Check operation and adjust brake
pedal free play.√√√√√√
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
4*Brake hose Check for cracks or damage.
Check for correct routing and
clamping.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
5*Brake fluid Replace. Every 2 years
6*Wheels Check runout and for damage.√√√√
7*Tires Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
8*Wheel bearings Check bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-14
6
EAU21576
Tires Tires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA10503
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.●
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
●
The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the totalweight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
WARNING
EWA10511
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.TIPThe tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Fr o nt :
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
90–167 kg (198–368 lb):
Fr o nt :
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Maximum load*:
167 kg (368 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
3. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7 2. 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
6-26.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Chassis:Frame type:
Backbone
Caster angle:
27.00 °
Trail:
79 mm (3.1 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
70/90-17M/C 38P
Manufacturer/model:
DURO/HF314A
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D104FM (KOR)Rear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
80/90-17M/C 50P
Manufacturer/model:
DURO/HF314A
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/T900AL (KOR)Loading:Maximum load:
167 kg (368 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:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Loading condition:
90–167 kg (198–368 lb)
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17x1.60Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 3 or 4Rear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
95.0 mm (3.74 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
76.0 mm (2.99 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
MTX7L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
IncandescenceBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35.0 W/35.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
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