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
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 3-2
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-4
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-10
Clutch lever .................................. 3-11
Shift pedal .................................... 3-12
Brake lever.................................... 3-12
Brake pedal .................................. 3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-13
Fuel ............................................... 3-13
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-15
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-15
Seats ............................................ 3-16
Helmet holders ............................. 3-17
Storage compartment .................. 3-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-18
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-19
Sidestand ..................................... 3-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-20For 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 ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ........ 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge...... 6-9
Coolant.......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose..... 6-13
Checking the throttle grip
free play ..................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15
Tires .............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels................................... 6-17
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play ..................................... 6-17Checking the brake lever
free play..................................... 6-18
Brake light switches ..................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Drive chain slack........................... 6-21
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots......................................... 6-26
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering................... 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-30
Auxiliary light ................................ 6-31
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NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23285
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-33.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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