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6
EAU20071
CoolantThe 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.
EAU20095
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.TIPThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.TIPThe coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
reservoir cap. WARNING! Re-
move only the coolant reservoir
cap. Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
[EWA15162]
4. Add coolant to the maximum level
mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. 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
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
123
1. Coolant reservoir cap
1
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6soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
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To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
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6soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10473]
EAU59863
To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and let the engine cool if nec-
essary.
2. Place a container under the en-
gine to collect the used coolant.
3. Remove the radiator cap retaining
bolt and radiator cap. WARNING!
Never attempt to remove the ra-
diator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10382]
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
er by removing the bolt and quick
fastener, and then remove the
coolant reservoir.5. Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
6. Drain the coolant from the coolant
reservoir by turning it upside
down.
7. Install the coolant reservoir and its
cover by placing them in the origi-
nal position, and then installing the
bolt and quick fastener.
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to
the maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
1. Radiator cap
2. Radiator cap retaining bolt
1. Coolant reservoir cover
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastenerZAUM1347
2
1
2
1
3
1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Coolant reservoir
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6 8. Remove the coolant drain bolt and
its gasket to drain the coolant from
the cooling system.
9. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
10. Install the coolant drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
11. Pour the specified amount of the
recommended coolant into the ra-
diator and reservoir.12. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
13. Install the radiator cap.
14. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.
15. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radi-
ator, and then install the radiator
cap and radiator cap retaining
bolt.
16. Check the coolant level in the res-
ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.17. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
1. Coolant drain bolt
2. GasketTightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
12
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibi-
tors for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator (including all routes):
1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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6 Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10401
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hiss-
ing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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Specifications
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2075 mm (81.7 in)
Overall width:
820 mm (32.3 in)
Overall height:
1130 mm (44.5 in)
Seat height:
815 mm (32.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1405 mm (55.3 in)
Ground clearance:
140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2700 mm (106.3 in)Weight:Curb weight:
186 kg (410 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline 2-cylinder
Displacement:
689 cm³
Bore × stroke:
80.0 × 68.6 mm (3.15 × 2.70 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:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 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):
1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10)
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
14.0 L (3.70 US gal, 3.08 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.7 L (0.71 US gal, 0.59 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:
1WS1 10
Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR8A-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
1.925 (77/40)
Final drive:
Chain
Secondary reduction ratio:
2.688 (43/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
2.846 (37/13)
2nd:
2.125 (34/16)
3rd:
1.632 (31/19)
4th:
1.300 (26/20)
5th:
1.091 (24/22)
6th:
0.964 (27/28)
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