2014 YAMAHA XT1200Z brake fluid

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).................... 3-22
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-22
Clutch lever .................................. 3-24
Shift pedal .................................... 3-25
Brake lever.................................... 3-25
Brake pedal .................................. 3-26
ABS .............................................. 3-26
Traction control system ................ 3-27
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-29
Fuel ............................................... 3-30
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-31
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-31
Rider seat ..................................... 3-32
Adjusting the rider seat height...... 3-33
Windshield .................................... 3-34 Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-35
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-37
Carriers.......................................... 3-39
Luggage strap holders .................. 3-39
Sidestand ...................................... 3-40
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-40
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 3-42
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 cowlings... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-11 Final gear oil ................................. 6-14
Coolant ......................................... 6-15
Air filter element ............................ 6-17
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance............................. 6-18
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Spoke wheels ............................... 6-21
Clutch lever................................... 6-21
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids .......................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering................... 6-28U2BSE0E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, September 17, 2013 8:55 AM

DESCRIPTION
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Right view
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7
9
12
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3,4
5
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1. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
2. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting knob (page 3-37)
3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-35)
4. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-35)
5. Fuses (page 6-30)
6. Fuse box (page 6-30)
7. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-35)
8. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2) 9. Battery (page 6-29)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
11.Engine oil level check window (page 6-11)
12.Brake pedal (page 3-26)
13.Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-24)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-22)
3. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-10)
5. Auxiliary DC jack (page 3-42)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-22)
8. Brake lever (page 3-25) 9. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
10.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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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
EWA11152
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 hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 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. 6-11
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. 6-15
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. 6-22, 6-23
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Rear 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. 6-22, 6-23
Clutch • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-21
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-
ble and grip housing. 6-17, 6-25
Wheels an d tires • Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 6-18, 6-21
Brake an d shift pe dals • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
6-25
Brake an d clutch levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-26
Si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary. 6-26
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.
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Instruments, li ghts, si gnals
an d switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
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Si destan d switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. 3-40
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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General maintenance and lu brication chartNO. 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)
1 *Air filter element •Replace. √
2 *Clutch • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√
3 *Front brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4 *Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 *Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and
clamping. √√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake flui d • Replace. Every 2 years
7 *Wheels • Check rim runout and spokes for
damage.
• Tighten all spokes. At the initial 1000 km (600 mi) and every 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter.
8 *Tires • Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. √√√√√
9 *Wheel bearin gs • Check bearing for looseness or
damage. √√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIPAir filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
 Hydraulic brake and clutch service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid and clutch fluid levels.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers as well as clutch master and release cylinders, and change the brake and clutch fluids.
• Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6touches the brake disc, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pa ds
Check each rear brake pad for damage
and measure the lining thickness. If a
brake pad is damaged or if the lining
thickness is less than 0.8 mm (0.03 in),
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
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Checkin g the brake flui d levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the top
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake Rear
brake
WARNING
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Improper maintenance can result in
loss of brakin g a bility. O bserve
these precautions:  Insufficient brake flui d may al-
low air to enter the brake sys-
tem, re ducin g brakin g
performance.
 Clean the filler cap before re-
movin g. Use only DOT 4 brake
flui d from a seale d container.
1. Lining thickness
11
1. Minimum level mark
LOWER
1
1. Minimum level markSpecifie d b rake flui d:
DOT 4
UPPER
LOWER
1
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