
Table of contents
Safety information............................1-1
Description........................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view........................................2-2
Controls and instruments ................2-3
Instrument and control functions....3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ...............3-2
Indicator lights and warning 
lights ............................................3-3
Cruise control system .....................3-6
Multi-function meter unit .................3-9
D-mode (drive mode) ....................3-21
Handlebar switches.......................3-22
Clutch lever ...................................3-23
Shift pedal .....................................3-24
Brake lever ....................................3-24
Brake pedal ...................................3-25
ABS ...............................................3-25
Traction control system.................3-26
Fuel tank cap.................................3-28
Fuel................................................3-28
Fuel tank overflow hose ................3-30
Catalytic converter ........................3-30
Seats .............................................3-31
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-32
Storage compartments .................3-34
Accessory box...............................3-35
Adjusting the headlight beams......3-36
Handlebar position ........................3-37
Opening and closing the cowling 
vents ..........................................3-37
Rear view mirrors ..........................3-39
Adjusting the front and rear 
suspension.................................3-39
Auxiliary DC jack  ..........................3-44
Sidestand ......................................3-45
Ignition circuit cut-off system........3-45
Cornering lights .............................3-47For your safety – pre-operation 
checks............................................... 4-1
Operation and important riding 
points................................................. 5-1
Engine break-in ............................... 5-1
Starting the engine.......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-4
Tips for reducing fuel 
consumption................................ 5-5
Parking ............................................ 5-6
Periodic maintenance and 
adjustment........................................ 6-1
Tool kit ............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the 
emission control system.............. 6-3
General maintenance and 
lubrication chart........................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister......................................... 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Why Yamalube .............................. 6-14
Final gear oil.................................. 6-15
Coolant ......................................... 6-16
Cleaning the air filter element ....... 6-18
Checking the engine idling 
speed......................................... 6-19
Checking the throttle grip free 
play ............................................ 6-20
Valve clearance ............................. 6-20
Tires .............................................. 6-21
Cast wheels .................................. 6-23
Clutch lever ................................... 6-24
Checking the brake lever free 
play ............................................ 6-24
Brake light switches ...................... 6-25
Checking the front and rear 
brake pads................................. 6-25
Checking the brake and clutch 
fluid levels .................................. 6-26
Changing the brake and clutch 
fluids .......................................... 6-28
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Checking and lubricating the 
cables ........................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the 
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the 
brake and shift pedals............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the 
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-30
Checking and lubricating the 
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-30
Checking the front fork................. 6-31
Checking the steering................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-32
Battery .......................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-34
Vehicle lights ................................ 6-35
Troubleshooting............................ 6-36
Troubleshooting chart .................. 6-37
Motorcycle care and storage.......... 7-1
Matte color caution ........................ 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-4
Specifications................................... 8-1
Consumer information..................... 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
Diagnostic connector ..................... 9-2
Vehicle data recording.................... 9-3
Index................................................ 10-1
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Safety information
1-4
1sleeping bags, duffel bags, or
tents, can create unstable han-
dling or a slow steering re-
sponse.
This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and othersat greater risk of serious injury or
death. You are responsible for injuries
related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your motorcycle.
Carefully inspect the accessory
before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension travel,
steering travel or control opera-
tion, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the han-
dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become
unstable in cross winds. These
accessories may also cause in-
stability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
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Description
2-3
2
EAU63401
Controls and instruments
12 3 4 5678 29
10,11 12
11
1. Clutch lever (page 3-23)
2. Rear view mirror (page 3-39)
3. Left handlebar switches (page 3-22)
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
5. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-9)
6. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
7. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
8. Right handlebar switches (page 3-22)
9. Brake lever (page 3-24)
10.Throttle grip (page 6-20)
11.Grip warmer (page 3-11)
12.Headlight beam adjusting knob (page 3-36)
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Instrument and control functions
3-2
3
EAU10474
Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
TIP
Be sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
EAU85040ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.
TIP
To prevent battery discharge, do
not leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
The headlight comes on automat-
ically when the engine is started.
EAU10662OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAU10696LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position,
push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.
TIP
If the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right or left
slightly.
P
ON
OFF
LOCK
1. Push.
2. Turn.
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Instrument and control functions
3-3
3 To unlock the steering
From the “LOCK” position, push the
key and turn it to “OFF”.
EAU65680 (Parking)
The hazard lights can be turned on, but
all other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA22330
Using the hazard lights for an ex-
tended length of time may cause the
battery to discharge.
EAU4939H
Indicator lights and warning 
lights
EAU11032Turn signal indicator lights “ ” 
and“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU11061Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
12
1. Immobilizer system indicator light  Ž
2. Left turn signal indicator light  Ž
3. Engine trouble warning light  Ž
4. Oil level warning light  Ž
5. Neutral indicator light  Ž
6. High beam indicator light  Ž
7. ABS warning light  Ž
8. Right turn signal indicator light  Ž
9. Suspension system warning light  Ž
10.Traction control system indicator light  Ž
11.Cruise control indicator lights  
GEARN25A.TEMP ˚C
LoC.TEMP ˚C
0:06TIME TRIP
128374
1011
65
9
ABS
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
6-4
6
EAU71372
General maintenance and lubrication chart
NO. ITEM
1*Diagnostic system 
check• Perform dynamic inspection 
using Yamaha diagnostic tool.
• Check the error codes.√√√√√√
2*Air filter element• Clean.√√
• Replace.√√
3*Clutch• Check operation, fluid level and 
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√
4*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level, 
and for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if neces-
sary.√√√√√√
5*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level, 
and for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if neces-
sary.√√√√√√
6*Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
7*Brake fluid• Change. Every 2 years
8*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√
9*Tires• Check tread depth and for 
damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.√√√√√
10*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or 
damage.√√√√
11*Swingarm pivot 
bearings• Check operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
12*Steering bearings• Check bearing assemblies for 
looseness.
√√ √
• Moderately repack with lithium-
soap-based grease.√√
X 1000 km CHECK OR 
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER 
READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
110203040
0.66121824
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
6-31
6
EAU23273
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
 [EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU45512
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
 [EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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