2016 YAMAHA TRACER 900 fuel

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-37
6
EAU42365
Trou bleshootin 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.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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7-2
7 off any d
etergent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoi d using cloths or
spon ges which have been in
contact with stron g or a brasive
cleanin g prod ucts, solvent or
thinner, fuel ( gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhi bitors, brake flui d,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
 Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepa ge an d
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches an d lig hts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshield : Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g
or
scrat chi
n

g . Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shield
. Test the pro duct on a
small hidden part of the win d-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shield is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washin g.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive
in combination with water, carry out
the following steps after each ride in
the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the corro-
sive action of the salt.
[ECA10792]
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
Cleaning the windshieldAvoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a mild detergent, and then wash it off
thoroughly with water. For additional
cleaning, use Yamaha Windshield
Cleaner or another high-quality wind-
shield cleaner. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastics may leave
scratches on the windshield. Before
using such cleaners, test an area of the
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7-4
7
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 an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are stored .Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter. 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinders, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then pla-
ce the spark plugs on the cylin-
der head so that the electrodes
are grounded. (This will limit
sparking during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent d am-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-30.
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Specifications
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2160 mm (85.0 in)
Overall width:
950 mm (37.4 in)
Overall height: 1345/1375 mm (53.0/54.1 in)
Seat height: 845/860 mm (33.3/33.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1440 mm (56.7 in)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.0 m (9.84 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
210 kg (463 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement: 847 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 59.1 mm (3.07 × 2.33 in) Compression ratio:
11.5 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
1.93 L (2.04 US qt, 1.70 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount:
2.6 L (0.69 US gal, 0.57 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark: 1RC1 00Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR9EA9
Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
1.681 (79/47)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.813 (45/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.667 (40/15)
2nd: 2.000 (38/19)
3rd: 1.619 (34/21)
4th:
1.381 (29/21)
5th: 1.190 (25/21)
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Specifications
8-3
8
License plate light:5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light:
LEDFuse(s):Main fuse:50.0 A
Auxiliary fuse 1:
2.0 A
Auxiliary fuse 2: 2.0 A
Terminal fuse 1: 2.0 A
Terminal fuse 2:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse: 7.5 A Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 20.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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10-1
10
Index
AABS....................................................... 3-22
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Air filter element.................................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-39
Auxiliary lights....................................... 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-22
Brake lever............................................ 3-21
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-20
Brake light switches ............................. 6-21
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-22
Brake/tail light....................................... 6-34CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-26
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-27
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 6-28
Clutch lever........................................... 3-21
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-12DDimmer/Pass switch............................. 3-19
D-mode (drive mode)............................ 3-18
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-25
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 6-10
Engine serial number ............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-33
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Fuel ...................................................... 3-25
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-27
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-25
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-19
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-20
Headlights ............................................ 6-34
Helmet holder....................................... 3-31
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-19IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-37
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-6
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-35
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-36MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution................................ 7-1
Menu switch ......................................... 3-20
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-6
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-5
Part locations.......................................... 2-1RRider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-29SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-28
Select switch ........................................ 3-20
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-21
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-34
Sidestand.............................................. 3-36
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 3-19
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment........................... 3-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-28
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