Owner`s manual
Table Of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- DESCRIPTION
- INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
- Main switch/steering lock
- Indicator and warning lights
- Multi-function meter unit
- Handlebar switches
- Clutch lever
- Shift pedal
- Brake lever
- Brake pedal
- Fuel tank cap
- Fuel
- Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
- Catalytic converters
- Seats
- Helmet holding cable
- Rear view mirrors
- Adjusting the front fork
- Adjusting the shock absorber assembly
- Luggage strap holders
- EXUP system
- 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 cowlings and panels
- Checking the spark plugs
- Canister (for California only)
- Engine oil and oil filter cartridge
- Coolant
- Air filter element
- Checking the engine idling speed
- Checking the throttle cable free play
- Valve clearance
- Tires
- Cast wheels
- Adjusting the clutch lever free play
- Checking the brake lever free play
- Brake light switches
- 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 a headlight bulb
- Tail/brake light
- Replacing a turn signal light bulb
- Replacing the license plate light bulb
- Supporting the motorcycle
- Front wheel
- Rear wheel
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting charts
- MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- CONSUMER INFORMATION

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
EWA10511
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operating
the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows
crosswise lines (minimum tread depth),
if the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.
WARNING
EWA10580
● It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
● The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
Tire information
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
90–186 kg (198–410 lb):
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding:
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Maximum load*:
186 kg (410 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
3. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
1. Tire air valve
2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal
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