MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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74. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control. Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10801
Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
EAU26183
Stora geShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the mo-
torcycle.NOTICE
ECA10811
Storin g the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilate d room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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5th:1.115 (29/26)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle: 24.70 °
Trail: 92 mm (3.6 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252F LRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D252 LLoa din g:Maximum load:
210 kg (463 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition: 90–210 kg (198–463 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding: Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake Operation:
Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
130 mm (5.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 110 mm (4.3 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC generatorBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.2 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
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SPECIFICATIONS
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8
Tail/brake light:LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Oil level warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Engine trouble warning light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEX
AAir filter element and check hose, replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-32BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids , changing ........ 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake lever............................................ 3-11
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-15
Clutch lever.................................. 3-10, 6-18DDimmer switch........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-23
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element............. 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
EXUP system ........................................ 3-21
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ...................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-9
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-34
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-21MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display............................. 3-6
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-9SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-15
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand.............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-10
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-26TTachometer............................................. 3-5
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
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