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6 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.
WARNING
EWA10902
The front an d rear tires shoul d
b e of the same make an d d e-
si gn, otherwise the han dlin g characteristics of the motorcy-
cle may 
be  different, which
coul d lea d to an acci dent.
 Always make sure that the valve
caps are securely installe d to
prevent air pressure leakag e.
 Use only the tire valves an d
valve cores listed  below to
avoi d tire d eflation  during  a ride.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
WARNING
EWA10601
This motorcycle is fitte d with super-
hi gh-spee d tires. Note the followin g
points in or der to make the most ef-
ficient use of these tires.  Use only the specified  replace-
ment tires. Other tires may run
the  dan ger of  burstin g at super
hi gh spee ds.
 Bran d-new tires can have a rel-
atively poor  grip on certain roa d
surfaces until they have  been
“ b roken in”. Therefore, it is a d-
visa ble  before  doin g any hi gh-
speed  ridin g to ri de conserva-
tively for approximately 100 km
(60 mi) after installin g a new tire.
 The tires must  be warme d up
b efore a hi gh-spee d run.
 Always a djust the tire air pres-
sure accor din g to the operatin g
con ditions.
1. Tire air valve
2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal
Front tire:
Size:120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D222F
Rear tire:
Size:180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D222
FRONT and  REAR:
Tire air valve:
TR412
Valve core: #9100 (original)
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6
EAU23115
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the 
throttle  grip an d cab leThe operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride. In
addition, the cable should be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the
cover is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from wa-
ter entry. Therefore, use care not to
pour water directly onto the cover or
cable when washing the vehicle. If the
cable or cover becomes dirty, wipe
clean with a moist cloth.
EAU44276
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the 
b rake an d shift pe dalsThe operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Brake pe dal
Shift pe dal
Recommen ded  lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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6
EAUM1653
Lub ricatin g the swing arm piv-
otsThe swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe 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 con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.  WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no  dan ger of it fallin g
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.
Recommen ded  lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded  lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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6
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any  damag e is foun d or the front
fork  does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU45512
Checkin g the steerin gWorn 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 avoi d inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no  dan ger of it fallin g
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.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel  bearin gsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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Consumer information
9-2
9
The model label is affixed to the loca-
tion shown. Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Dia
gnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU85300
Vehicle  data recor din gThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research, statisti-
cal analysis and development purpos-
es.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
 Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
 Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
This data will be uploaded only when a
special Yamaha diagnostic tool is at-
tached to the vehicle, such as when
maintenance checks or service proce-
dures are performed.
Vehicle data uploaded will be handled
appropriately according to the follow-
ing Privacy Policy.
Privacy Policy
1. Diagnostic connector
1
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/
privacy/privacy-policy.aspx
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