2021 YAMAHA TRACER 900 steering wheel

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Special features .............................. 3-1
Cruise control system..................... 3-1
“D-MODE” ...................................... 3-3
“TCS-MODE”.................................. 3-4
QSS (if equipped) ........................... 3-6
BC................................................... 3-6
Instrument an d control functions ... 4-1
Immobilizer system......................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 4-6
Displays .......................................... 4-9
Settings MENU ............................. 4-17
Clutch lever .................................. 4-21
Shift pedal .................................... 4-21
Brake lever.................................... 4-22
Brake pedal .................................. 4-22
Brake control system (BC)............ 4-22
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-24
Fuel ............................................... 4-24
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 4-26
Catalytic converter ....................... 4-27 Seats ............................................. 4-27
Adjusting the rider seat height ...... 4-28
Rider footrest position .................. 4-31
Storage compartment ................... 4-31
Windshield ................................... 4-31
Handlebar position ....................... 4-32
Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-32
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 4-34
Luggage strap holders .................. 4-35
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 4-36
Auxiliary DC connectors ............... 4-36
Sidestand ...................................... 4-37
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 4-37
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 5-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 6-1
Engine break-in ............................... 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-2
Shifting ............................................ 6-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 6-4
Parking ............................................ 6-5
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 7-1
Tool kit ............................................ 7-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 7-3 Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-9
Canister ........................................ 7-10
Engine oil ...................................... 7-10
Why Yamalube.............................. 7-12
Coolant ......................................... 7-13
Air filter element ............................ 7-14
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-14
Valve clearance............................. 7-15
Tires .............................................. 7-15
Cast wheels .................................. 7-17
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 7-18
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 7-18
Brake light switches ..................... 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 7-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-21
Drive chain slack........................... 7-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain.......................................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-24
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip ................................ 7-24UB5UE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:03 AM

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Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ...............7-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ..............7-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ........7-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...7-27
Checking the front fork..................7-27
Checking the steering ...................7-28
Checking the wheel bearings ........7-28
Battery ...........................................7-28
Replacing the fuses .......................7-30
Vehicle lights .................................7-32
Replacing the license plate light bulb ............................................7-32
Troubleshooting ............................7-33
Troubleshooting chart ...................7-35
Motorcycle care an d stora ge ..........8-1
Matte color caution .........................8-1
Care .................................................8-1
Storage ............................................8-3
Specifications ....................................9-1
Consumer information ...................10-1
Identification numbers ...................10-1
Diagnostic connector ....................10-2
Vehicle data recording ..................10-2
In dex ................................................11-1
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Instrument and control functions
4-3
4
TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right slight-
ly.To unlock the steeringPush the key in and turn it to “OFF”.
EAU66055
Han dle bar switchesLeft Ri
ght
EAU91630
Dimmer/Pass switch “ / /PASS”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
While the headlight is set on low beam,
push the switch down towards “PASS”
to flash the high beam and to mark the
start of each lap when using the lap
timer.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1.
2. MODE up switch
3. MODE down switch
4. Cruise control switches
5. Hazard switch Ž
6. Horn switch Ž
7. Turn signal switch / Ž
8. Dimmer/Pass switch / /PASSŽ
1 1 1
8 8 2 2
3 3
4 4
5
6
7
1. Stop/Run/Start switch / / Ž
2. Wheel switch Ž
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-28
7
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 b earingsThe 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.
EAU50212
BatteryThe battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 4-27.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery
3. Negative battery lead (black)
1 1
2
1
2
3 3
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Index
11-2
11
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 7-9
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Stability control indicator light ................ 4-8
Starting the engine ................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-28
Stop/Run/Start switch ............................ 4-4
Storage ................................................... 8-3
Storage compartment .......................... 4-31
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-27TTCS-MODE............................................. 3-4
Throttle grip, checking and
lubricating........................................... 7-24
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Tool kit .................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting.................................... 7-33
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 7-35
Turn signal indicator lights ..................... 4-6
Turn signal switch................................... 4-4VValve clearance .................................... 7-15
Vehicle identification number ............... 10-1
Vehicle lights ........................................ 7-32WWheel bearings, checking .................... 7-28
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
Windshield ............................................ 4-31YYamalube.............................................. 7-12
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