TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
Further safe-riding points................. 1-5
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 3-1
Keyhole cover .................................. 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 3-2
Tachometer ..................................... 3-3
Fuel gauge....................................... 3-4
Multi-function display ....................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ......................... 3-6
Front brake lever ............................. 3-7
Rear brake lever .............................. 3-7
Fuel tank cap ................................... 3-8
Fuel.................................................. 3-8
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................................. 3-9
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-10
Seat ............................................... 3-10
Passenger footrest ........................ 3-11
Helmet holder ................................ 3-11
Storage compartments .................. 3-12
Shock absorber assembly ............. 3-13
Luggage hook ................................ 3-14
Sidestand....................................... 3-14 Ignition circuit cut-
off system ......... 3-15
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION
CHECKS ............................................ 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS .............................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Starting off ....................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ......... 5-2
Braking ............................................ 5-3
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 .............. 6-4
General maintenance and lubrication chart ............................................. 6-5
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-8
Checking the spark plug.................. 6-9
Engine oil and oil strainer .............. 6-10
Final transmission oil..................... 6-12
Coolant .......................................... 6-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements .................................... 6-15 Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ .. 6-16
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................. 6-17
Valve clearance ............................. 6-17
Tires ............................................... 6-17
Cast wheels ................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ............................. 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads............................................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the cables ......................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............................. 6-22
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers .......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ......... 6-23
Checking the front fork................... 6-24
Checking the steering .................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings......... 6-25
Battery ........................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ....................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ......... 6-28
Tail/brake light ............................... 6-28
Front turn signal light ..................... 6-28
Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb............................................. 6-29
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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Keyhole coverTo open the keyhole cover
Insert the key bow into the keyhole cov-
er receptacle as shown, and then turn
the key to the right to open the cover.
To close the keyhole cover
Push the keyhole cover lever inward
and the keyhole cover will close.
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Indicator ligh
ts and warning
lights
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Push.
2. Turn.2
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1. Key bow
2. Keyhole cover lever2
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1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
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.NOTICE
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Do not continue to operate the en-gine if it is overheating.TIP
For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.
If the engine overheats, see page
6-33 for further instructions.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light flashes or stays on if
an electrical circuit monitoring the en-
gine is not working correctly. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.
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.
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TachometerThe electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
chometer needle will sweep once
across the r/min range and then return
to zero r/min in order to test the electri-
cal circuit.NOTICE
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Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.Red zone: 9500 r/min and above1. Tachometer
2. Red zone
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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
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by 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. 3-8, 3-9
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Final transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-12
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage. 6-13
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. 6-20, 6-21
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
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TIPThis model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine willcrank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engineNOTICE
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See page 5-3 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-hicle for the first time.1. Turn the key to “ON”. The engine trouble warning light
and coolant temperature warning
light should come on for a few sec-
onds, then go off. NOTICE: If a
warning light does not go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check its
electrical circuit.
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2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the start switch while applying the front
or rear brake. NOTICE
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For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine iscold!
If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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12 * Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. √√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
13 * Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened. √√√√√
14 Front brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
15 Rear brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
16 Sidestand,
centerstand Check operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease. √√√√√
17 * Sidestand switch Check operation. √√√√√√
18 * Front fork Check operation and for oil
leakage. √√√√
19 * Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and shock
absorber for oil leakage. √√√√
20 Engine oil Change. (See pages 3-5 and
6-10.) √When the oil change indicator flas
hes (after the initial 1000 km
[600 mi] and every 3000 km (1800 mi) thereafter)
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √
Every 3000 km (1800 mi)
21 Engine oil strainer Clean. √Every 3000 km (1800 mi)
22 * Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
Change coolant. Every 3 years
23 Final transmission
oil Check vehicle for oil leakage.
√√ √
Change. √√√
24 * V-belt Replace. Every 20000 km (12500 mi)
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 6000 km
(3500 mi) 12000 km
(7000 mi) 18000 km
(10500 mi) 24000 km
(14000 mi)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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95. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case.
6. Install the final transmission oil drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no foreign material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on the
tire or wheel.
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8. Install the final transmission oil fill- er cap and its new O-ring, and then
tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition,
the coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand.TIP
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to theside can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool- ant reservoir.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
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Tightening torque:Final transmission oil drain bolt: 20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Recommended final transmission
oil: See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove pan-
el C and the reservoir cap. (See
page 6-8.) WARNING! Remove
only the coolant reservoir cap.
Never attempt to remove the ra-
diator cap when the engine is
hot.
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4. Add coolant or distilled water to raise the coolant to the maximum
level mark, and install the coolant
reservoir cap and the panel. NO-
TICE: If coolant is not available,
use distilled water or soft tap
water instead. Do not use hard
water or salt water since it is
harmful to the engine. If water
has been used instead of cool-
ant, replace it with coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
cooling system will not be pro-
tected against frost and corro-
sion. If water has been added to
the coolant, have a Yamaha
dealer check the antifreeze con- tent of the coolant as soon as
possible, otherwise the effec-
tiveness of the coolant will be
reduced.
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Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
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Coolant reservoir capacity:0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)