2018 YAMAHA MT-03 tire pressure

For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-2
4
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip
free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. 6-14,
6-25
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-24
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary. 6-22,
6-24
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 6-15,
6-17
Brake an d shift pe dals • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 6-25
Brake an d clutch le-
vers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-26
Si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary. 6-26
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, li ghts,
si gnals an d switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
—
Si destan d switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer
check vehicle. 3-23
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-4
6
EAU71372
General maintenance an d lu brication chart
NO. ITEM
1 *Dia
gnostic system
check • Perform dynamic inspection
using Yamaha diagnostic tool.
• Check the error codes. √√√√√√
2 *Air filter element • Replace. √√
3 Air filter case
check hose • Clean.
√√√√√
4Clutch • Check operation.
•Adjust. √√√√√
5 *Front brake • Check operation, fluid level,
and for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if neces- sary. √√√√√√
6 *Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level,
and for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if neces- sary. √√√√√√
7 *Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
√√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
8 *Brake flui d • Change. Every 2 years
9 *Wheels • Check runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
10 *Tires • Check tread depth and for
damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. √√√√√
11 *Wheel bearin gs • Check bearing for looseness or
damage. √√√√
12 *Swin
garm pivot
b earin gs • Check operation and for exces-
sive play. √√√√
13 Drive chain • Check chain slack, alignment
and condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly. Every 800 km (500 mi) and after
washing the motorcycle, riding
in the rain or riding in wet areasX 1000 km
CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi ODOMETER
READINGSANNUAL CHECK
1 10203040
0.6 6 12 18 24
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-15
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.
EAU64240
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 d eath from loss of
control. z The tire air pressure must b e
checked and a djuste d on col d
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the am bient
temperature).
z The tire air pressure must b e
a d juste d in accor dance with the
ri din g speed and with the total
wei ght of ri der, passen ger, car-
g o, an d accessories approve d
for this mo del.
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6
WARNING
EWA10512
Never overloa d your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloa ded vehicle coul d
cause an acci dent.
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 limit may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472
z Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besi des
b ein g ille gal, operatin g the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
d ecreases ri din g sta bility an d
can lead to loss of control.
z The replacement of all wheel
and b rake-relate d parts, inclu d-
in g the tires, shoul d b e left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
e dge an d experience to do so.
z Ride at mo derate spee ds after
chan gin g a tire since the tire
surface must first b e “broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and 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 (measure d on col d
tires): Up to 90 k g (198 l b) loa d:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
90 k g (198 l b) to maximum loa d:
Front: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Maximum load *:
160 kg (353 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire trea d d epth (front an d
rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-5
7
cylinder head so that the elec-
trodes 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 dam-
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 charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively 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
6-29.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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Specifications
8-2
8
4th:1.087 (25/23)
5th: 0.920 (23/25)
6th:
0.800 (24/30)
Chassis:
Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle:
25.0 °
Trail: 95 mm (3.7 in)
Front tire:
Type:Tubeless
Size:
110/70-17M/C (54H)
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/PILOT STREET
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size: 140/70-17M/C (66H)
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/PILOT STREET
Loa din g:
Maximum load:
160 kg (353 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load:
Front: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
90 kg (198 lb) load - maximum load:
Front: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT2.75
Rear wheel:
Wheel type: Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT4.00
Front brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
125 mm (4.9 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:12 V
Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GTZ8V
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 7.0 Ah (10 HR)
Hea dlig ht:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
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Index
A
ABS ....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-33
B
Battery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-19
Brake pedal........................................... 3-14
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Canister................................................... 6-8
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-18
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-11
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................... 9-3
Diagnostic connector.............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch ...................................... 3-11
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24
Drive chain slack................................... 6-22
E
Engine break-in....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing.................................... 6-30
H
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-32
Helmet holders...................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light........................ 3-2 Horn switch .......................................... 3-12
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system............... 3-23
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2
L
License plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-34
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-22
M
Main 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 ........................ 3-4
N
Neutral indicator light ............................. 3-2
O
Oil pressure warning light ....................... 3-2
P
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Pass switch .......................................... 3-11
S
Safety information .................................. 1-1
Seats .................................................... 3-18
Shifting ................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................ 3-13
Shift timing indicator light....................... 3-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting............................................. 3-21
Sidestand ............................................. 3-23
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-7
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Start switch .......................................... 3-12
Steering, checking................................ 6-28
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment .......................... 3-21
Supporting the motorcycle................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-27
T
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .................... 6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking........... 6-14
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit.................................................... 6-2
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