Motorcycle care and stora ge
8-3
8 3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. 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
EWA14502
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control. Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.
If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild 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 suita ble care
prod uct.
Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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Specifications
9-2
9
Transmission type:Constant mesh 4-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:3.166 (38/12)
2nd:
1.941 (33/17)
3rd: 1.380 (29/21)
4th: 1.095 (23/21)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Backbone
Caster angle: 26.00 °
Trail: 60 mm (2.4 in)
Front tire:
Type:With tube
Size: 2.50-14 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHEN SHIN/C-803-2
Speed rating: 120 km/h (75 mph)
Rear tire:
Type:
With tube
Size: 3.00-12 4PR
Manufacturer/model: CHEN SHIN/C-803-2
Speed rating:
120 km/h (75 mph)
Loa din g:
Maximum rider weight:
60.0 kg (132 lb)
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:Spoke wheel Rim size:
14x1.40
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 12x1.60
Front brake:
Type:
Drum brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Rear brake:
Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 115 mm (4.5 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 110 mm (4.3 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:12 V
Ignition system: DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:GT4B-5
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 2.5 Ah
Fuse:
Fuse:10.0 A
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Index
A
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 7-10
B
Battery .................................................. 7-27
Brake lever .............................................. 4-2
Brake lever, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-18
Brake pedal............................................. 4-3
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-24
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 7-19
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 7-20
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-22
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch free play, adjusting .................... 7-17
D
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-22
Drive chain slack................................... 7-20
E
Engine break-in....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-13
Engine oil ................................................ 7-8
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-2
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1
F
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-25
Fuel ......................................................... 4-4
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-7
Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-3
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 7-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................ 4-1
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
K
Kickstarter............................................... 4-8
L
Labels, location....................................... 1-1
M
Main switch ............................................. 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
P
Panels, removing and installing.............. 7-6
Parking ................................................... 6-4
Part locations ......................................... 3-1
S
Safety information .................................. 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-9
Shifting ................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal .............................................. 4-2
Shift pedal, checking ............................ 7-19
Shock absorber assembly ...................... 4-9
Sidestand ............................................. 4-10
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 7-24
Spark arrester, cleaning ....................... 7-12
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-7
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 4-8
Starting and warming up a cold engine .................................................. 6-1
Starting circuit cut-off system .............. 4-10
Start switch ............................................ 4-1
Steering, checking................................ 7-26
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Supporting the motorcycle................... 7-29
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-25
T
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .......................................... 7-23
Throttle grip free play, checking........... 7-14
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Tool kit.................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting ................................... 7-33
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 7-34
V
Valve clearance .................................... 7-15
Vehicle Emission Control Information label (For Canada) .............................. 10-2
Vehicle identification number ............... 10-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking .................... 7-26
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-29
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-31
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
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