Operation Manual
Table Of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- DESCRIPTION
- INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
- Immobilizer system
- Main switch/steering lock
- Indicator lights and warning lights
- Multi-function meter unit
- Handlebar switches
- Clutch lever
- Shift pedal
- Brake lever
- Brake pedal
- ABS (for ABS models)
- Fuel tank cap
- Fuel
- Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose
- Catalytic converter
- Seat
- Helmet holder
- Storage compartment
- Handlebar position
- Adjusting the shock absorber assembly
- Sidestand
- Ignition circuit cut-off system
- FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
- OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
- PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
- Owner’s tool kit
- Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system
- General maintenance and lubrication chart
- Removing and installing the cowling and panels
- Checking the spark plugs
- Engine oil and oil filter cartridge
- Coolant
- Replacing the air filter element
- Adjusting the engine idling speed
- Checking the throttle grip free play
- Valve clearance
- Tires
- Cast wheels
- Adjusting the clutch lever free play
- Checking the brake lever free play
- Brake light switches (for ABS models)
- Brake light switches (for non-ABS models)
- Checking the front and rear brake pads
- Checking the brake fluid level
- Changing the brake fluid
- Drive chain slack
- Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain
- Checking and lubricating the cables
- Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable
- Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals
- Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
- Checking and lubricating the sidestand
- Lubricating the swingarm pivots
- Checking the front fork
- Checking the steering
- Checking the wheel bearings
- Battery
- Replacing the fuses
- Replacing the headlight bulb
- Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
- Replacing a turn signal light bulb
- Replacing the license plate light bulb
- Replacing the auxiliary light bulb
- Supporting the motorcycle
- Front wheel (for non-ABS models)
- Rear wheel (for non-ABS models)
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting charts
- MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- CONSUMER INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
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Rear brake
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
6-24, 6-25
Clutch
• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
6-22
Throttle grip
• 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.
6-19, 6-29
Control cables
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-29
Drive chain
• Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-27, 6-28
Wheels and tires
• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
6-19, 6-22
Brake and shift pedals
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
6-29
Brake and clutch levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-30
Sidestand
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
6-31
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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