2016 YAMAHA TRICITY brake fluid

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-22
6
EAU22733
Chan gin g the brake flui dHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the master cylinders and calipers as
well as the brake hoses replaced at the
intervals listed below or whenever they
are damaged or leaking.
 Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
 Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
EAU23098
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
cab lesThe operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubri-
cated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
place it. WARNING! Dama ge to the
outer housin g of cab les may result
in internal rustin g an d cause inter-
ference with cab le movement. Re-
place damag ed cab les as soon as
possi ble to prevent unsafe con di-
tions.
[EWA10712] EAU49921
Checkin
g an d lu bricatin g the
throttle grip an d ca bleThe operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride. In
addition, the cable should be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Yamaha cable lubricant or other
suitable cable lubricant
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Vehicle care and stora ge
7-2
7
off any
deter gent 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 usin g cloths or
spon ges which have b een 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 seepag e and
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 li ghts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For vehicles equipped with a
win dshiel d: Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g or
sc r

atchin g. Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shiel
d. Test the pro duct on a
small hi dden part of the win d-
shiel d to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shiel d is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washing .
NOTICE
ECAU0061
Use care when cleanin g the ra diator.
Hi gh-pressure washers may dam-
a g e the ra diator fins. Do not spray
the ra diator fins at an an gle, an d al-
ways keep the nozzle at least 50 cm
(20 in) away from the spins when
sprayin 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, or
on 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 vehicle with cold water
and a mild detergent after the en-
gine has cooled down. NOTICE:
Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive 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
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Specifications
8-2
8
Trail:68 mm (2.7 in)
Track: 385 mm (15.2 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 90/80-14M/C 43P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/M6231Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
110/90-12 64P
Manufacturer/model: CHENG SHIN/M6232Loa din g:Maximum load:
169 kg (373 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
Rear: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 14M/C x MT2.15
Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
12 x MT2.15Unifie d b rake system:Operation:
Activated by rear brakeFront brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 90 mm (3.5 in)Rear suspension:Type:Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper Wheel travel:
89 mm (3.5 in)
Electrical system:System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTZ7V
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 6.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W/60.0 W × 1 (MW125)
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1 (MW125A)
Brake/tail light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
Meter lighting: LED
High beam indicator light: LED
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10-1
10
Index
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-11
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-14
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-20
Auxiliary lights....................................... 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-20
Brake lever, front .................................. 3-10
Brake lever, rear ................................... 3-10
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-23
Braking ................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-22
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................... 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4DDimmer switch...................................... 3-10EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil strainer ..................... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-12
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20 Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-19
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-24
Fuel ...................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-18
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3KKeyhole shutter ...................................... 3-3LLeaning system, checking ................... 6-26
Luggage hook ...................................... 3-17MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-5PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Passenger footrest ............................... 3-15
RRear brake lever free play, checking .... 6-19SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-15
Self-diagnosis device ............................. 3-5
Sidestand.............................................. 3-17
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-8
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting off .............................................. 5-2
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-10
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Steering tie rod, checking..................... 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment........................... 3-16TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-30
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-22
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-16
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-32
Turn signal indicator lights...................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb ............................ 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-10VValve clearance..................................... 6-16
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1
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