2015 YAMAHA TRICITY battery

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
Further safe-riding points ............... 1-5
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-1
Keyhole shutter .............................. 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-2
Self-diagnosis device .................... 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-8
Front brake lever ............................ 3-9
Rear brake lever ............................. 3-9
ABS .............................................. 3-10
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-11
Fuel ............................................... 3-12
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-13
Seat .............................................. 3-14
Passenger footrest ....................... 3-14
Storage compartment .................. 3-15
Luggage hook............................... 3-16
Sidestand ..................................... 3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-17
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-19 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 ........ 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing the panel ............................................ 6-8
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-8
Engine oil and oil strainer .............. 6-10
Final transmission oil..................... 6-12
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements .................................... 6-14
Checking the throttle grip free play ..................................... 6-16 Valve clearance............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Checking the front brake lever
free play..................................... 6-19
Checking the rear brake lever free play..................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
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
Checking the steering tie rod ....... 6-25
Checking the leaning system ....... 6-26
Battery .......................................... 6-26
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-29
Auxiliary light ................................ 6-30
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-30
Turn signal light bulb .................... 6-30
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
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Right view
1
3
4,5
6
2
8
7
1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
2. Passenger footrest (page 3-14)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-11)
4. Main fuse (page 6-27)
5. Fuse box (page 6-27)
6. Battery (page 6-26)
7. Spark plug (page 6-8)
8. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
settin
gs while ri din g can distract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.
The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
 a speedometer
 a fuel meter
 a clock
 an outside air temperature display
 an odometer
 two tripmeters
 a fuel reserve tripmeter
 an oil change tripmeter
 a V-belt replacement tripmeter
 an oil change indicator
 a V-belt replacement indicatorTIPBe sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the “SELECT” and “RE-
SET” buttons.
 For the UK only: To switch the
speedometer and odometer/trip-
meter displays between kilome-
ters and miles, press the
“SELECT” button for at least one
second. 
If the coolant temperature warning
light and engine trouble warning
light remain on during the initial
display mode, have the battery
charged by a Yamaha dealer.
Speed ometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed. Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel meter disappear to-
wards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the bottom segment
of the fuel meter and fuel level warning
indicator “ ” start flashing, refuel as
soon as possible. When the key is
turned to “ON”, all of the display seg-
ments of the fuel meter will appear for
a few seconds, and then the fuel meter
shows the actual fuel level.1. Speedometer
1
1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Fuel meter
1
2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-19
3
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Auxiliary DC connectorNOTICE
ECA21160
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC connector shoul d not
b e used with the en gine turne d off,
an d the loa d must never excee d 120
W (10 A), otherwise the fuse may
b low or the battery may d ischarge.This vehicle is equipped with an auxil-
iary DC connector. A 12–V accessory
connected to the auxiliary DC connec-
tor can be used when the key is in the
“ON” position.1. Auxiliary DC connector
1
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-2
5
The ABS warning light should
come on when the main switch is
turned to “ON” and then go off af-
ter traveling at a speed of 10 km/h
(6 mi/h) or higher.
NOTICE
ECA17682
If the ABS warnin
g li ght does not
come on an d then go off as ex-
plaine d a bove, see pa ge 3-2 for the
warnin g li ght circuit check.2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few sec-
onds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the
battery. Do not crank the engine
more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU60640
Startin g off1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand,
push the vehicle off the center-
stand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad- just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.
EAU16782
Acceleration an d d ecelerationThe speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase
the speed, turn the throttle grip in di-
rection (a). To reduce the speed, turn
the throttle grip in direction (b).
1. Grab bar
1
(b)
(a)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-26
6
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Checking the leanin g systemThe leaning system must be checked
by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU60690
BatteryThe battery is located behind 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, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d 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 b attery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Battery
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-27
6battery 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 b attery
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 is turned
to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lead before con-
nectin g the ne gative lea d.
[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 d ischar ged battery can
cause permanent battery damag e.
EAU60983
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse and the fuse box, which
contains the fuses for the individual cir-
cuits, are located under the seat. (See
page 3-14.)1. Fuse box
2. Spare main fuse
3. Main fuse
1
2
3
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Troubleshootin g chartsStartin g prob lems or poor en gine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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