2018 YAMAHA TRACER 900 GT service

Instrument and control functions
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3 
Do not dispose of a damag ed or
worn-out shock a bsor ber as-
sem bly yourself. Take the shock
a b sor ber assem bly to a Yamaha
d ealer for any service.
EAU49454
Auxiliary DC jackA 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack can be used when the
main switch is on.NOTICE
ECA15432
The accessory connecte d to the
auxiliary DC jack shoul d not b e used
with the en gine turne d off, an d the
loa d must never excee d 24 W (2 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
b attery may d ischarge.To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Turn the main switch off.
2. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.
3. Turn the accessory off. 4. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
5. Turn the main switch on, and start the engine. (See page 5-1.)
6. Turn the accessory on.
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuitin g, make sure that the cap is
installe d when the auxiliary DC jack
is not bein g use d.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1
1. Auxiliary DC jack
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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EAU17246
Periodic inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition
possible. Safety is an obligation of the
vehicle owner/operator. The most im-
portant points of vehicle inspection,
adjustment, and lubrication are ex-
plained on the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance charts should be simply
considered as a general guide under
normal riding conditions. However, de-
pending on the weather, terrain, geo-
graphical location, and individual use,
the maintenance intervals may need to
be shortened.
WARNING
EWA10322
Failure to properly maintain the vehi-
cle or performin g maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while usin g the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha d ealer perform
service.
WARNING
EWA15123
Turn off the en gine when performin g
maintenance unless otherwise
specified .
 A runnin g en gine has movin g
parts that can catch on b ody
parts or clothin g an d electrical
parts that can cause shocks or
fires.
 Runnin g the eng ine while ser-
vicin g can lead to eye injury,
b urns, fire, or car bon monoxi de
poisonin g – possi bly lea din g to
d eath. See pag e 1-3 for more in-
formation a bout car bon monox-
i d e.
WARNING
EWA15461
Brake discs, calipers, drums, an d
linin gs can b ecome very hot during
use. To avoi d possi ble burns, let
b rake components cool before
touching them.
EAU17303
Emission controls not only function to
ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to
proper engine operation and maximum
performance. In the following periodic
maintenance charts, the services relat-
ed to emissions control are grouped
separately. These services require
specialized data, knowledge, and
equipment. Maintenance, replace-
ment, or repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be per-
formed by any repair establishment or
individual that is certified (if applicable).
Yamaha dealers are trained and
equipped to perform these particular
services.
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EAU72800
TIP Air filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
 Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.29 *Throttle
grip hous-
in g an d cab le • Check operation and free play.
• Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
• Lubricate the throttle grip hous- ing, cable and grip warmer wire. √√√√√
30 *Li
ghts, si gnals an d
switches • Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.
√√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
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EAU21403
Valve clearanceThe valves are an important engine
component, and since valve clearance
changes with use, they must be
checked and adjusted at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart. Unadjusted valves can result in
improper air-fuel mixture, engine
noise, and eventually engine damage.
To prevent this from occurring, have
your Yamaha dealer check and adjust
the valve clearance at regular intervals.TIPThis service must be performed when
the engine is cold.
EAU64412
TiresTires 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.  The tire air pressure must be
checked and a djuste d on col d
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the am bient
temperature).
 The tire air pressure must be
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.
WARNING
EWA10512
Never overloa d your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overload ed vehicle coul d
cause an acci dent.Col d tire air pressure:
1 person: Front:225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
2 persons:
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Maximum load :
Vehicle:
179 kg (395 lb)
The vehicle’s maximum load is the
combined weight of the rider, pas-
senger, cargo, and any accessories.
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6 b
rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
d ent.
EAU36505
Brake li ght switchesThe brake light should come on just
before braking takes effect. The brake
light is activated by switches connect-
ed to the brake lever and brake pedal.
Since the brake light switches are
components of the anti-lock brake sys-
tem, they should only be serviced by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU22393
Checkin g the front an d rear
b rake pa dsThe front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
EAU36891
Front brake pa ds
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicators, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav-
ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position
of the wear indicators while applying
the brake. If a brake pad has worn to
the point that a wear indicator almost1. Brake pad wear indicator
1
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TIPUsing the alignment marks on the drive
chain pullers and the notch on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both drive chain pullers are in the same
position for proper wheel alignment.
5. Take the motorcycle off the cen-
terstand, and then put the side-
stand down.
6. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- nuts to their specified torques.
7. Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position,
the drive chain slack is correct,
and the drive chain moves
smoothly.
EAU23026
Cleanin g an d lu bricatin g the
d rive chainThe drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.NOTICE
ECA10584
The drive chain must be lu bricated
after washin g the motorcycle, ri din g
in the rain or ri din g in wet areas.1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
NOTICE: To prevent d amaging
the O-ring s, do not clean the
d rive chain with steam cleaners,
hi gh-pressure washers or inap-
propriate solvents.
[ECA11122]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant. NOTICE: Do not use
en gine oil or any other lu bri-
cants for the drive chain, as they
1. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
(a)(b)
1
1. Notch
2. Alignment mark
3. Drive chain pullerTi ghtenin g torques:
Axle nut:
150 N·m (15 kgf·m, 111 lb·ft)
Locknut: 16 N·m (1.6 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft)
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3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in, and then
install the license plate light unit by
installing the collars and nuts.
EAU25872
Trou bleshootin gAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, d o
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot li ghts from water heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g
asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plo de, causin g severe injury or prop-
erty damag e.
1. License plate light bulb
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2160 mm (85.0 in)
Overall width:
850 mm (33.5 in)
Overall height: 1375/1430 mm (54.1/56.3 in)
Seat height: 850/865 mm (33.5/34.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1500 mm (59.1 in)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.0 m (9.84 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
215 kg (474 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement: 847 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 59.1 mm (3.07 × 2.33 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: Oil change:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 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):
1.93 L (2.04 US qt, 1.70 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount:
2.6 L (0.69 US gal, 0.57 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:B1J1 00Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR9EA9
Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
1.681 (79/47)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.813 (45/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.667 (40/15)
2nd: 2.000 (38/19)
3rd: 1.619 (34/21)
4th:
1.381 (29/21)
5th: 1.190 (25/21)
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