2021 YAMAHA TRACER 900 lock

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EAU36113
CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU1990G
Engine oilThe engine oil level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the oil must be
changed and the oil filter cartridge re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.NOTICE
ECA11621
 In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the en gine oil also
lu bricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a hi gh-
er quality than specifie d. In
a ddition, do not use oils la beled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
To check the en gine oil level
1. After warming up the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil level to
settle for an accurate reading.
2. With the vehicle on a level surface, hold it upright for an accurate
reading.
3. Look at the check window located at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather
3. Fuel tank overflow hose
1112233
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:2.80 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil level check window
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
1 1
2
1
2
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b
rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control an d 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 pad s
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
1
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
Use only the specifie d b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
 Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A ddin g a brake flui d
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water or dust
d oes not enter the brake flui d
reservoir when refillin g. Water
will si gnificantly lower the boil-
in g point of the flui d an d may re-
sult in vapor lock, an d d irt may
clo g the ABS hy draulic unit
valves.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may d amage painte d
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spille d flui d imme diately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
further riding.
EAU22734
Chan
gin g the brake flui dHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid every 2 years. In addition,
have the seals of the master cylinders
and brake calipers, as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or sooner if they are damaged or
leaking.
 Brake seals: every 2 years
 Brake hoses: every 4 years
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EAU22762
Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
EAU92611
To check the d rive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen- terstand.
2. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
3. Find the center point of the chain (position B) by measuring (approx.
53 mm (2.09 in)) forward from the
edge of the drive chain guard as
shown. 4. Push down on the center of the
drive chain and measure the dis-
tance A from the drive chain guard
to the middle of the chain link be-
ing pressed down at position B.
5. If distance A is incorrect, adjust it as follows. NOTICE: Improper
d rive chain slack will overload
the en gine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle an d can
lea d to chain slippag e or break-
a g e. If distance A is more than
55.0 mm (2.17 in), the chain can
d amag e the frame, swin garm, an
d other parts. To prevent this
from occurrin g, keep the drive
chain slack within the specifie d
limits.
[ECA23070]
EAU92600
To adjust the drive chain slack
Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad-
justing the drive chain slack. 1. Take the motorcycle off the cen- terstand, and then put the side-
stand down.
2. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm.
1. Edge of the drive chain guard
2. Position B2 1
1. Drive chain guard
2. Distance ADistance A:
45.0–50.0 mm (1.77–1.97 in)21
1. Drive chain puller
2. Axle nut
3. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
4. Locknut
5. Alignment marks
5 3
1 2
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3. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
4. To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on
each side of the swingarm in di-
rection (a). To loosen the drive
chain, turn the adjusting bolt on
each side of the swingarm in di-
rection (b), and then push the rear
wheel forward.
TIPUsing the alignment marks 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.
EAU23027
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 b e lubricate d
after washin g the motorcycle, ri din g
in the rain or ri din g in wet areas.1. Clean the drive chain with a drive
chain cleaner and a small soft
brush. NOTICE: To prevent dam-
a g in g the O-ring s, do not clean
the drive chain with steam
cleaners, hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or inappropriate 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-
1. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
(a) 1
2
(b)
Ti ghtenin g torques:
Axle nut: 105 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 77 lb·ft)
Locknut:
16 N·m (1.6 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft)
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3. Remove the license plate light
bulb socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclock-
wise, and then pulling it out.
4. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
6. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in, and then
turning it clockwise until it stops.
7. Install the license plate unit onto the rear fender.
8. Install the bolts and tighten to the specified torque.
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
1. Collar
2. License plate light bulb
3. License plate light unit
3
2
1 1 1
Ti
ghtenin g torque:
License plate light unit bolt:
4.0 N·m (0.40 kgf·m, 3.0 lb·ft)
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EAU86420
En gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press d own on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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IndexAABS warning light ................................... 4-7
Air filter element .................................... 7-14
Auxiliary DC connectors ....................... 4-36
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 4-36
Auxiliary system warning light ................ 4-9BBattery .................................................. 7-28
BC ........................................................... 3-6
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-25
Brake control system (BC) .................... 4-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-20
Brake lever ............................................ 4-22
Brake lever free play, checking............. 7-18
Brake light switches.............................. 7-19
Brake pedal........................................... 4-22CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-24
Canister................................................. 7-10
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-27
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 7-26
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-21
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-18
Coolant ................................................. 7-13
Cruise control indicator lights ................. 4-6
Cruise control switches .......................... 4-4
Cruise control system ............................. 3-1
DData recording, vehicle ........................ 10-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 10-2
Dimmer/Pass switch .............................. 4-3
Display, menu screen ........................... 4-17
Displays .................................................. 4-9
D-MODE ................................................. 3-3
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-23
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 7-14
Engine oil .............................................. 7-10
Engine overheating ............................... 7-36
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-19
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 4-32
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-27
Fuel ....................................................... 4-24
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-4
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-24
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 4-26
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-30HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 4-32
Handlebar switches ................................ 4-3
Hazard switch......................................... 4-4
High beam indicator light ....................... 4-6
Horn switch ............................................ 4-4IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 4-37 Immobilizer system .................................4-1
Immobilizer system indi
cator light ..........4-8
Indicator lights and warning lights ..........4-6
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........7-32
Luggage strap holders ..........................4-35MMain switch/steering lock .......................4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....7-5
Maintenance, emission control system ..................................................7-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)..............4-7
Matte color, caution ................................8-1
Model label ...........................................10-1NNeutral indicator light ..............................4-6OOil pressure and Coolant temperature warning light .........................................4-8PParking ....................................................6-5
Part locations ..........................................2-1QQSS (if equipped) ....................................3-6RRider footrest position, adjusting ..........4-31
Rider seat height, adjusting ..................4-28SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................4-27
Shifting ....................................................6-3
Shift pedal .............................................4-21
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....4-34
Sidestand ..............................................4-37
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