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Instrument and control functions
4-7
4
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Starter (choke) lever “ ”
Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn
off the starter (choke).
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Kickstarter
If the engine fails to start by pushing
the start switch, try to start it by using
the kickstarter. To start the engine, fold
out the kickstarter lever, move it down
lightly with your foot until the gears en-
gage, and then push it down smoothly
but forcefully.
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”1. Kickstarter lever
1
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Instrument and control functions
4-8
4
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Seat
To remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then slide the
seat to the rear and pull upward.
To install the seat
1. Fit the slot in the seat onto the pro- jection on the fuel tank, and insert
the projection on the seat into the
seat holder as shown.
2. Place the seat in the original posi- tion, and then tighten the bolts.
TIP
Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
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Shock a bsorb er assem bly
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock a bsor ber assem bly con-
tains hi ghly pressurize d nitro gen
g as. Rea d an d un derstan d the fol-
lowin g information before han dlin g
the shock a bsor ber assem bly.
Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylind er assembly.
Do not su bject the shock a b-
sor ber assem bly to an open
flame or other hi gh heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plo de due to excessive g as
pressure.
Do not deform or damag e the
cylin der in any way. Cylin der
d amag e will result in poor
d ampin g performance.
Do not d ispose of a damag ed or
worn-out shock a bsor ber as-
sem bl
y yourself. Take the shock
a b sor ber assem bly to a Yamaha
d ealer for any service.
1. Bolt
1. Slot
2. Projection
3. Seat holder
1
21
2 3
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
5-1
5
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and
schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility
of an acci dent or equipment d amage. Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d
any prob lem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded
in this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha d ealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKSPAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose for obstructions, cracks
or damage, and check hose connection. 4-4, 4-5
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-8
Front brake • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-18,
7-20
Rear brake • Check operation.
• Check pedal free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-19,
7-20
Throttle g rip • 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. 7-15,
7-23
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-23
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-21,
7-22
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 7-16,
7-17
Shift pe dal • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Correct if necessary. 7-20
Brake ped al • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
7-24
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Operation and important ri din g points
6-1
6
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
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Startin g an d warmin g up a
col d en gine
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
WARNING
EWA14411
Be sure to shift the transmission
into neutral b efore starting the
en gine.
Never ri de with the si destan d
d own.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 4-7.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the start switch or by pushing the
kickstarter lever down.
6. When the engine is warm, turn the starter (choke) off.
TIP
The engine is warm when it responds
quickly to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
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Operation and important rid ing points
6-4
6
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Parkin g
When parking, stop the engine, re-
move the key from the main switch,
and then turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.
WARNING
EWA10312
Since the en gine an d exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pe destri-
ans or chil dren are not likely to
touch them an d b e burne d.
Do not park on a slope or on soft
groun d, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasin g the
risk of a fuel leak an d fire.
Do not park near grass or other
flamma ble materials which
mi ght catch fire.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-3
7
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Perio dic maintenance chart for the emission control system
TIP
From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals
starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as
they require special tools, data and technical skills.
No. ITEM 13 5
0.6 1.8 3 16 12
30 90 150
1 *Fuel line • Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage.
• Replace if necessary. √√
2Spark plu g• Check condition.
• Adjust gap and clean.
√√
3 *Valve clearance • Check and adjust valve clear-
ance when engine is cold. √
4 Air filter element • Clean with solvent.
• Replace if necessary.
√√
5 *Crankcase
breather
system • Check ventilation hose for
cracks or damage and drain
any deposits.
• Replace if necessary. √√ √
6 *Car buretor • Check engine idling speed and
starter operation.
• Adjust if necessary. √√ √
7 Exhaust system • Check for leakage.
• Tighten if necessary.
• Replace gasket(s) if necessary. √√
8 *Spark arrester • Clean. √
9En gine oil • Change (warm engine before
draining). √√ √X 1000 km
X 1000 mi month
CHECKS AND
MAINTENANCE JOBS
hours
INITIALODOMETER READINGS
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-15
7
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Checkin g the throttle grip free
play
Measure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
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Valve clearance
The 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.
TIP
This service must be performed when
the engine is cold.1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle g rip free play:
4.0–6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in)
1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-33
7
7. Insert a new cotter pin.
8. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 7-21.)
9. Tighten the axle nut and both locknuts to the specified torque.
10. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-19.)
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Trou bleshootin g
Although 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 chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
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, do
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.
Tightening torque:
Brake torque rod nut: 26 N·m (2.6 kgf·m, 19 lb·ft)
Ti ghtening torque:
Axle nut: 60 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lb·ft)
Locknut: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
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