2017 YAMAHA TRICITY maintenance

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6 6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
7. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no foreign material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill-
er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
EAU20071
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU40047To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
TIP
zThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
zMake sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in an incorrect
reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.
TIP
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14 lb·ft)
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.15 L (0.16 US qt, 0.13 Imp.qt)
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Coolant reservoir
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
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2
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63. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove pan-
el A to access the coolant reser-
voir. (See page 6-7.)
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cap,
add coolant to the maximum level
mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
[EWA15162] NOTICE: If coolant is not
available, use distilled water or
soft tap water instead. Do not
use hard water or salt water
since it is harmful to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10473]
5. Install the panel.
EAU33032Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.WARNING! Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10382]
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to
the maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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6
EAU67174
Air filter and V-belt case air fil-
ter elements
The air filter element should be re-
placed and the V-belt case air filter el-
ement should be cleaned at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Service
the air filter elements more frequently if
you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas. The air filter check hose and V-
belt case air filter check hose must be
frequently checked and cleaned if nec-
essary.
Cleaning the air filter check hose
1. Check the hose on the rear side of
the air filter case for accumulated
dirt or water.
2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose from the clamp, clean it,
and then install it.
TIP
If dirt or water was found in the check
hose, be sure to check the air filter ele-
ment for excessive dirt or damage and
replace it if necessary.
Replacing the air filter element
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The engine should never
be operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
[ECA10482]
1. Air filter check hose
1
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
1. Air filter element
2
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NOTICE
ECA21220
zThe air filter element must be
replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
zThe air filter element needs
more frequent replacement if
you are riding in unusually wet
or dusty areas.
zDo not clean the air filter ele-
ment by blowing it with com-
pressed air.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
Cleaning the V-belt case check hose
1. Check the hose on the rear side of
the V-belt case for accumulated
dirt or water.2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose from the clamp, clean it,
and then install it.
TIP
If dirt or water was found in the check
hose, be sure to check the V-belt case
air filter element for excessive dirt or
damage and clean or replace it if nec-
essary.
Cleaning the V-belt case air filter el-
ement
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Remove the screws, and then pull
the V-belt case air filter element
cover outward and away from the
V-belt case.
3. Pull the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment out, and then clean it with
solvent. After cleaning, remove
the remaining solvent by squeez-
ing the element. WARNING! Use
only a dedicated parts cleaning
solvent. To avoid the risk of fire
or explosion, do not use gaso-
line or solvents with a low flash
point.
[EWA10432] NOTICE: To avoid
1. Air filter element
1. V-belt case check hose
1
1
1. V-belt case air filter element cover
2. Screw
2
2
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6 damaging the air filter element,
handle it gently and carefully,
and do not twist it.
[ECA10522]
4. Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the
sponge material, and then
squeeze the excess oil out.
TIP
zThe air filter element should be
wet but not dripping.
zCheck the air filter element for ex-
cessive dirt or damage and re-
place it if necessary.
5. Insert the element into the V-belt
case.
6. Install the air filter element cover
by installing the screws.
EAU21386
Checking the throttle grip free
play
Measure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
1. V-belt case air filter element
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
1
1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle grip free play:
3.0–7.0 mm (0.12–0.28 in)
1
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6
EAU21402
Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU69760
Tires
Tires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.
zThe tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
zThe tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
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WARNING
EWA10512
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.
TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472
zHave a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
decreases riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
zThe replacement of all wheel
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience to do so.
zRide at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be “broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and rubber tire air valves.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
1 person:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
2 persons:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Maximum load*:
167 kg (368 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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WARNING
EWA10462
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
EAU61160
Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
zThe wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
zThe front wheels should be bal-
anced whenever either the tires or
wheels have been changed or re-
placed. An unbalanced wheel can
result in poor performance, ad-
verse handling characteristics,
and a shortened tire life.
Front tire:
Size:
90/80-14M/C 43P
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/SCT-003
Rear tire:
Size:
130/70-13M/C 63P
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/SCT-003
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