Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
AG200FZ
53C-28199-20
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Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!

As the owner of the AG200FZ, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de-
sign and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your AG200FZ. The Owner’s Manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and
others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
WARNING
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
NOTICE
vehicle or other property.
TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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AG200FZ
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2009 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, December 2009
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 4-13 Adjusting the throttle cable free
LABELS ............................................. 1-1 play ........................................... 7-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY – Valve clearance ........................... 7-15
SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 2-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1 Tires ............................................. 7-15
Spoke wheels .............................. 7-16
DESCRIPTION .................................. 3-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Adjusting the clutch lever free
Left view .......................................... 3-1 RIDING POINTS ................................. 6-1 play ........................................... 7-17
Right view ........................................ 3-2 Starting and warming up a cold Adjusting the brake lever free
Controls and instruments................. 3-3 engine ......................................... 6-1 play ........................................... 7-18
Starting a warm engine .................. 6-2 Adjusting the brake pedal position
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL Shifting ........................................... 6-2 and free play ............................. 7-19
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 4-1 Tips for reducing fuel Checking the shift pedal .............. 7-20
Main switch ..................................... 4-1 consumption ............................... 6-3 Brake light switches ..................... 7-21
Indicator light .................................. 4-1 Engine break-in .............................. 6-3 Checking the front and rear brake
Speedometer unit ........................... 4-2 Parking ........................................... 6-4 shoes ........................................ 7-21
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-2 Drive chain slack .......................... 7-22
Clutch lever ..................................... 4-3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Cleaning and lubricating the drive
Shift pedal ....................................... 4-4 ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1 chain ......................................... 7-23
Brake lever ..................................... 4-4 Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-1 Checking and lubricating the
Brake pedal .................................... 4-4 Periodic maintenance chart for the cables ....................................... 7-24
Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-5 emission control system ............. 7-3 Checking and lubricating the
Fuel ................................................. 4-5 General maintenance and throttle grip and cable ............... 7-24
Fuel cock ........................................ 4-6 lubrication chart .......................... 7-4 Checking and lubricating the
Starter (choke) knob “ ” ............... 4-7 Removing and installing panels ..... 7-7 brake and clutch levers ............. 7-24
Kickstarter ....................................... 4-8 Checking the spark plug ................. 7-8 Checking and lubricating the
Seat ................................................ 4-8 Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 7-9 brake pedal ............................... 7-25
Adjusting the shock absorber Cleaning the air filter element ...... 7-12 Checking and lubricating the
assembly ..................................... 4-9 Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-13 sidestands ................................ 7-25
Front and rear carriers .................. 4-10 Adjusting the engine idling Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-25
Sidestands .................................... 4-11 speed ........................................ 7-13 Checking the front fork ................. 7-26
Starting circuit cut-off system ....... 4-11 Checking the steering .................. 7-26
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Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-27
Battery .......................................... 7-27
Replacing the fuses ...................... 7-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 7-30
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 7-31
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 7-31
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 7-32
Front wheel ................................... 7-32
Rear wheel ................................... 7-34
Troubleshooting ............................ 7-36
Troubleshooting chart ................... 7-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care ................................................ 8-1
Storage ........................................... 8-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION........... 10-1

Identification numbers .................. 10-1
Motorcycle noise regulation
(for Australia) ............................. 10-2
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS

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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label
1 is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual.

Prima di usare il veicolo, leggete il manuale di istruzioni.
Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant d’utiliser ce véhicule. 1
Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren.
Antes de conducir este vehículo, lea el Manual del Propietario.
5PA-21568-01
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2
4
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.
FRONT : 125 kPa,{1.25 kgf/cm2}, 18 psi
REAR : 150 kPa,{1.50 kgf/cm2}, 22 psi 5
3GX-21668-00
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Safe Riding Therefore:
Perform the pre-operation checks each ● Wear a brightly colored jacket.
time you use the vehicle to make sure it ● Use extra caution when you are
Be a Responsible Owner is in safe operating condition. Failure to approaching and passing
1 As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- inspect or maintain the vehicle properly through intersections, since in-
sible for the safe and proper operation increases the possibility of an accident tersections are the most likely
of your motorcycle. or equipment damage. See page 5-1 places for motorcycle accidents
2
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. for a list of pre-operation checks. to occur.
Their safe use and operation are de- ● This motorcycle is designed for ● Ride where other motorists can
3 pendent upon the use of proper riding off-road use only, therefore, it is il- see you. Avoid riding in another
techniques as well as the expertise of legal to operate it on public streets, motorist’s blind spot.
4 the operator. Every operator should roads, or highways, even a dirt or ● Many accidents involve inexperi-
know the following requirements before gravel one. Off-road use on public enced operators.
riding this motorcycle. lands may be illegal. Please check ● Make sure that you are qualified
5 He or she should: local regulations before riding. and that you only lend your mo-
● Obtain thorough instructions from ● This motorcycle is designed to car- torcycle to other qualified opera-
6 a competent source on all aspects ry the operator only. No passen- tors.
of motorcycle operation. gers. ● Know your skills and limits.
7 ● Observe the warnings and mainte- ● The failure of motorists to detect Staying within your limits may
nance requirements in this Own- and recognize motorcycles in traf- help you to avoid an accident.
er’s Manual. fic is the predominating cause of ● We recommend that you prac-
8 ● Obtain qualified training in safe automobile/motorcycle accidents. tice riding your motorcycle until
and proper riding techniques. Many accidents have been caused you have become thoroughly fa-
9 ● Obtain professional technical ser- by an automobile driver who did miliar with the motorcycle and all
vice as indicated in this Owner’s not see the motorcycle. Making of its controls.
Manual and/or when made neces- yourself conspicuous appears to ● Many accidents have been caused
sary by mechanical conditions. be very effective in reducing the by error of the motorcycle opera-
chance of this type of accident. tor. A typical error made by the op-
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SAFETY INFORMATION
erator is veering wide on a turn could contribute to an impairment and you can quickly be overcome and
due to excessive speed or under- of vision that could delay seeing a unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
cornering (insufficient lean angle hazard. levels of carbon monoxide can linger
for the speed). Never travel faster ● The use of a jacket, heavy boots, for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
than warranted by conditions. trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in ventilated areas. If you experience any
● Ride cautiously in unfamiliar ar- preventing or reducing abrasions symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
eas. You may encounter hidden or lacerations. ing, leave the area immediately, get 2
obstacles that could cause an ac- ● Never wear loose-fitting clothes, fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
cident. otherwise they could catch on the MENT.
● The posture of the operator is im- control levers, footrests, or wheels ● Do not run engine indoors. Even if 3
portant for proper control. The op- and cause injury or an accident. you try to ventilate engine exhaust
erator should keep both hands on ● Always wear protective clothing with fans or open windows and 4
the handlebar and both feet on the that covers your legs, ankles, and doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
operator footrests during operation feet. The engine or exhaust sys- idly reach dangerous levels.
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to maintain control of the motorcy- tem become very hot during or af- ● Do not run engine in poorly venti-
cle. ter operation and can cause burns. lated or partially enclosed areas
● Never ride under the influence of such as barns, garages, or car- 6
alcohol or other drugs. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ports.
All engine exhaust contains carbon ● Do not run engine outdoors where 7
Protective apparel monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car- engine exhaust can be drawn into
The majority of fatalities from motorcy- bon monoxide can cause headaches, a building through openings such
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cle accidents are the result of head in- dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu- as windows and doors.
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the sion, and eventually death.
single most critical factor in the preven- Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor- Genuine Yamaha Accessories 9
tion or reduction of head injuries. less, tasteless gas which may be Choosing accessories for your vehicle
● Always wear an approved helmet. present even if you do not see or smell is an important decision. Genuine
● Wear a face shield or goggles. any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
Wind in your unprotected eyes carbon monoxide can collect rapidly able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
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been designed, tested, and approved at greater risk of serious injury or death. the motorcycle may become un-
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle. You are responsible for injuries related stable in cross winds.
Many companies with no connection to to changes in the vehicle. ● Certain accessories can dis-
Yamaha manufacture parts and acces- Keep the following guidelines in mind, place the operator from his or
1 sories or offer other modifications for as well as those provided under “Load- her normal riding position. This
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a ing” when mounting accessories. improper position limits the free-
position to test the products that these ● Never install accessories that dom of movement of the opera-
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aftermarket companies produce. would impair the performance of tor and may limit control ability,
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en- your motorcycle. Carefully inspect therefore, such accessories are
3 dorse nor recommend the use of ac- the accessory before using it to not recommended.
cessories not sold by Yamaha or make sure that it does not in any ● Use caution when adding electri-
4 modifications not specifically recom- way reduce ground clearance or cal accessories. If electrical acces-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and cornering clearance, limit suspen- sories exceed the capacity of the
installed by a Yamaha dealer. sion travel, steering travel or con- motorcycle’s electrical system, an
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trol operation, or obscure lights or electric failure could result, which
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, reflectors. could cause a dangerous loss of
6 and Modifications ● Accessories fitted to the handle- lights or engine power.
While you may find aftermarket prod- bar or the front fork area can
7 ucts similar in design and quality to create instability due to improper Aftermarket Tires and Rims
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- weight distribution. If accesso- The tires and rims that came with your
nize that some aftermarket accessories ries are added to the handlebar motorcycle were designed to match the
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or modifications are not suitable be- or front fork area, they must be performance capabilities and to provide
cause of potential safety hazards to you as lightweight as possible and the best combination of handling, brak-
9 or others. Installing aftermarket prod- should be kept to a minimum. ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
ucts or having other modifications per- ● Bulky or large accessories may es, and combinations may not be
formed to your vehicle that change any seriously affect the stability of appropriate. Refer to page 7-15 for tire
of the vehicle’s design or operation the motorcycle. Wind may at- specifications and more information on
characteristics can put you and others tempt to lift the motorcycle, or replacing your tires.
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
1 2 3 4
6 5 8
1. Headlight (page 7-30)
2. Fuel cock (page 4-6)
3. Main fuse (page 7-29)
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4. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-1)
5. Air filter element (page 7-12)
6. Shift pedal (page 4-4)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
1
1
6 5 4 3 2
8
1. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 4-9)
2. Engine oil filter element (page 7-9)
9 3. Brake pedal (page 4-4)
4. Kickstarter (page 4-8)
5. Battery (page 7-27)
6. Auxiliary DC jack fuse (page 7-29)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
7
10 9 8
8
1. Clutch lever (page 4-3) 8. Throttle grip (page 7-14)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-2) 9. Main switch (page 4-1)
3. Speedometer unit (page 4-2) 10.Fuel tank cap (page 4-5)
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4. Auxiliary DC jack (page 4-13)
5. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-7)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 4-2)
7. Brake lever (page 4-4)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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electrical systems will be switched EAU11010
Main switch off, which may result in loss of con- Indicator light
trol or an accident.
1 OFFON
2
1
3
4
The main switch controls the ignition 1. Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”
and lighting systems. The various main
5 switch positions are described below. EAU11070
Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”

EAU10630 This indicator light comes on when the
6 ON transmission is in the neutral position.
All electrical systems are supplied with
7 power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
9 All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “OFF” while
the vehicle is moving, otherwise the
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Right
Speedometer unit Handlebar switches
Left
1
2 1 2 1
2
3 2 3
4 1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
4
1. Speedometer 2. Start switch “START”
2. Odometer 1. Light switch “ / ”
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The speedometer unit is equipped with 2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
Dimmer switch “ / ”
a speedometer and an odometer. The 3. Turn signal switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
speedometer shows riding speed. The 4. Horn switch “ ” 6
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
odometer shows the total distance trav-
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand 8
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center 9
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ” Clutch lever 1

Press this switch to sound the horn.
1
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1
Light switch “ / ”
Set the light switch to “ ” to turn on
2 the headlight, taillight and meter light-
ing. Set the switch to “ ” to turn off all
3 the lights.
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1. Clutch lever lock
4 Engine stop switch “ / ” A clutch lever lock is provided to keep
1. Clutch lever
Set this switch to “ ” before starting the clutch disengaged. To lock the
the engine. Set this switch to “ ” to The clutch lever is located at the left clutch lever, push down the clutch lever
5
stop the engine in case of an emergen- handlebar grip. To disengage the lock while holding the clutch lever
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns clutch, pull the lever toward the handle- pulled towards the handlebar grip. To
6 or when the throttle cable is stuck. bar grip. To engage the clutch, release release the lever lock, simply pull the
the lever. The lever should be pulled clutch lever.
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7 rapidly and released slowly for smooth
Start switch “START”
clutch operation.
Push this switch to crank the engine
8 The clutch lever is equipped with a
with the starter. See page 6-1 for start-
clutch switch, which is part of the start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
ing circuit cut-off system. (See
9 gine.
page 4-11.)
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Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal
1 1
1
4
1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left The brake lever is located at the right The brake pedal is on the right side of 5
side of the engine and is used in com- handlebar grip. To apply the front the motorcycle. To apply the rear
bination with the clutch lever when brake, pull the lever toward the handle- brake, press down on the brake pedal.
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con- bar grip. 6
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle. 7
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Fuel tank cap Fuel

Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in 1 2
the tank.
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1 1 WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
2
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
3 risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions. 1. Fuel tank filler tube
4 2. Maximum fuel level
1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
1. Fuel tank cap
gine and be sure that no one is sit- 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
5 To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it ting on the vehicle. Never refuel ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
counterclockwise, and then pull it off. while smoking, or while in the vi- off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into cinity of sparks, open flames, or soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
6 the tank opening, and then turn it clock- other sources of ignition such as orate painted surfaces or plastic
wise. the pilot lights of water heaters and parts.[ECA10071]
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clothes dryers. 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
WARNING 2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop tank cap.
8 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is filling when the fuel reaches the EWA15151
properly closed after filling fuel. bottom of the filler tube. Because WARNING
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. fuel expands when it heats up, Gasoline is poisonous and can
9 heat from the engine or the sun cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
can cause fuel to spill out of the line with care. Never siphon gaso-
fuel tank. line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
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your eyes, see your doctor immedi- leaded fuel will extend spark plug life EAU13561
ately. If gasoline spills on your skin, and reduce maintenance costs. Fuel cock
wash with soap and water. If gaso- The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
line spills on your clothing, change tank to the carburetor while filtering it al-
your clothes. so.
The fuel cock has three positions:
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OFF
Recommended fuel: 3
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
RES
Fuel tank capacity:
10.0 L (2.64 US gal, 2.20 Imp.gal) 4
Fuel reserve amount: OFF
2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal) FUEL
ON 5
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1
NOTICE 6
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe 1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
7
damage to internal engine parts,
With the lever in this position, fuel will
such as the valves and piston rings,
not flow. Always return the lever to this 8
as well as to the exhaust system.
position when the engine is not running.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso- 9
line with a research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different brand
or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
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ON This indicates reserve. If you run out of EAU13600
fuel while riding, move the lever to this Starter (choke) knob “ ”
position. Fill the tank at the first oppor-
RES
tunity. Be sure to set the lever back to
1 “ON” after refueling!
OFF (a)
FUEL 1
2 ON
(b)
ON 1
3
4 1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”

1. Starter (choke) knob “ ”
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
5 to the carburetor. Normal riding is done Starting a cold engine requires a richer
with the lever in this position. air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
6 Move the knob in direction (a) to turn on
RES
7 RES Move the knob in direction (b) to turn off
RES
8
OFF
9 FUEL 1
ON
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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Kickstarter Seat
To remove the seat

1. Remove panels A and B. (See
page 7-7.) 1
2. Remove the bolts and pull the seat
2
off.
1
3
1. Bolt
1 4
1. Kickstarter To install the seat
To start the engine, fold out the kick- 1. Insert the projections on the front
of the seat into the seat holders as 5
starter lever, move it down lightly with
your foot until the gears engage, and shown.
then push it down smoothly but force- 6
fully. This model is equipped with a pri-
1. Bolt
mary kickstarter, allowing the engine to 7
be started in any gear if the clutch is
disengaged. However, shifting the 1
8
transmission into the neutral position
before starting is recommended.
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1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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2. Place the seat in the original posi- EAU14842
tion, and then tighten the bolts. Adjusting the shock absorber 1
2
3. Install the panels. assembly 3
TIP This shock absorber assembly is 4
1
1 equipped with a spring preload adjust-
5 (a)
Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding. ing ring.
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2 2 (b)
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
3 do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings. 1. Special wrench
4 2. Position indicator
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and Spring preload setting:
5 thereby harden the suspension, turn Minimum (soft):
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- 1
crease the spring preload and thereby Standard:
6 1
soften the suspension, turn the adjust- Maximum (hard):
ing ring in direction (b). 5
7 ● Align the appropriate notch in the
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adjusting ring with the position in-
8 dicator on the shock absorber. WARNING
● Use the special wrench included in This shock absorber assembly con-
the owner’s tool kit to make the ad- tains highly pressurized nitrogen
9 gas. Read and understand the fol-
justment.
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.
● Do not tamper with or attempt to
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open the cylinder assembly. EAU15132
● Do not subject the shock ab- Front and rear carriers

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sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source. WARNING
This may cause the unit to ex- Do not exceed the load limits of 2 kg
plode due to excessive gas (4 lb) for the front carrier and 10 kg
pressure. (22 lb) for the rear carrier.
2
● Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor 3
damping performance. 1. Rear carrier
● Do not dispose of a damaged or 4
worn-out shock absorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
5
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service. 1
6
1. Front carrier
7
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Sidestands WARNING Starting circuit cut-off system

The vehicle must not be ridden with The starting circuit cut-off system (com-
either sidestand down, or if a side- prising the clutch switch and the neutral
1 stand cannot be properly moved up switch) prevents starting when the
(or does not stay up); otherwise the transmission is in gear and the clutch
sidestands could contact the lever is not pulled.
2
ground and distract the operator, re- Periodically check the operation of the
sulting in a possible loss of control. starting circuit cut-off system according
3 to the following procedure.
1
TIP
4 This check is most reliable if performed
1. Sidestand (left)
with a warmed-up engine.
5
8
1
9 1. Sidestand (right)
The sidestands are located on the left

and right side of the frame. Raise a sid-
estand or lower it with your foot while
holding the vehicle upright.
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With the engine turned off: WARNING

1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”.
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. dealer check the system before riding.
4. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start? 2
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
YES NO The motorcycle should not be ridden until 3
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
5. Turn the engine off.
6. Shift the transmission into gear. 4
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start? 5
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
YES The motorcycle should not be ridden until
NO 6
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
7
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when the engine is running.
Auxiliary DC jack Refer to the following chart for correct
usage.
1 Amperage chart
Idling speed
2 2 Headlight/taillight “ON” 12 V, 3 A
1 Headlight/taillight “OFF” 12 V, 6 A
3
To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
4 2. Remove the dust cap from the re-
1. Auxiliary DC jack
ceptacle.
2. Dust cap
5 3. Insert the accessory plug into the
ECA13070
receptacle and secure it with the
NOTICE screw-on cap.
6 The accessories connected to the 4. Turn the key to “ON”, and then
auxiliary DC jack should not be used start the engine. (See page 6-1.)
7 with the engine turned off, and their 5. When the accessory jack is not be-
combined load must never exceed 6 ing used, make sure that the dust
8 A or 72 W, otherwise the battery may cap is installed onto the receptacle
discharge. for protection.
9 The auxiliary DC jack is located on the

front carrier.
12-V accessories connected to the
auxiliary jack, located on the front carri-
er, can be used when the key is in the
“ON” position and should only be used
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

EAU15596
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
EWA11151
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
2
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
3
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
4
● Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel ● Refuel if necessary. 4-5
● Check fuel line for leakage.
5
● Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil ● If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 7-9
● Check vehicle for oil leakage.
6
● Check operation.
● Lubricate cable if necessary.
Front brake 7-18, 7-21
● Check lever free play. 7
● Adjust if necessary.
Rear brake ● Check pedal free play. 7-19, 7-21 8
● Lubricate cable if necessary. 9
Clutch 7-17
● Check lever free play.
● Make sure that operation is smooth.
● Check cable free play.
Throttle grip 7-14, 7-24
● If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Control cables 7-24
● Lubricate if necessary.
● Check chain slack.
1 ● Adjust if necessary.
Drive chain 7-22, 7-23
● Check chain condition.
● Lubricate if necessary.
2 ● Check for damage.
● Check tire condition and tread depth.
Wheels and tires 7-15, 7-16
● Check air pressure.
3 ● Correct if necessary.
Shift pedal 7-20
● Correct if necessary.
4 Brake pedal
7-25
● Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
Brake and clutch levers 7-24
5 ● Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Sidestands 7-25
● Lubricate pivot if necessary.
6 ● Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Chassis fasteners —
● Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights, signals ● Check operation.
7 —
and switches ● Correct if necessary.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

EAU15951 EAU16544
ing the start switch, release the
Starting and warming up a switch, wait a few seconds, and
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to cold engine then try again. Each starting at-
become familiar with all controls. If In order for the ignition circuit cut-off tempt should be as short as possi-
there is a control or function you do not system to enable starting, one of the ble to preserve the battery. Do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. following conditions must be met: crank the engine more than 10
EWA10271
● The transmission is in the neutral seconds on any one attempt. If the
WARNING 2
position. engine does not start with the
Failure to familiarize yourself with ● The transmission is in gear with starter motor, try using the kick-
the controls can lead to loss of con- the clutch lever pulled. starter. 3
trol, which could cause an accident See page 4-11 for more informa- 6. After starting the engine, move the
or injury. tion. starter (choke) back halfway. 4
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”. NOTICE: For maximum engine
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make life, never accelerate hard when
5
sure that the engine stop switch is the engine is cold![ECA11041]
set to “ ”. 7. When the engine is warm, turn the
3. Shift the transmission into the neu- starter (choke) off. 6
tral position. (See page 6-2.) The TIP
neutral indicator light should come The engine is warm when it responds 7
on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to quickly to the throttle with the starter
check the electrical circuit. (choke) turned off. 8
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 4-7.) 9
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the kick-
starter lever down.
If the engine fails to start by push-
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EAU16640 EAU16671 ECA10260
Starting a warm engine Shifting NOTICE

Follow the same procedure as for start- ● Even with the transmission in
ing a cold engine with the exception the neutral position, do not
1 that the starter (choke) is not required 5 1 coast for long periods of time
when the engine is warm. 4 with the engine off, and do not
3
2 2 tow the motorcycle for long dis-
1 tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
3 the engine is running. Inade-
2
quate lubrication may damage
4 the transmission.
1. Shift pedal ● Always use the clutch while
2. Neutral position changing gears to avoid damag-
5
Shifting gears lets you control the ing the engine, transmission,
amount of engine power available for and drive train, which are not
6 starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, designed to withstand the
etc. shock of forced shifting.
7 The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.
8 TIP
To shift the transmission into the neu-
9 tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
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1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Tips for reducing fuel Engine break-in Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
consumption There is never a more important period throttle.
Fuel consumption depends largely on in the life of your engine than the period
your riding style. Consider the following between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
tips to reduce fuel consumption: this reason, you should read the follow- The vehicle can now be operated nor-
● Turn the starter (choke) off as ing material carefully. mally. 2
soon as possible. Since the engine is brand new, do not
● Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en- put an excessive load on it for the first
gine speeds during acceleration. 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in 3
● Do not rev the engine while shifting the engine wear and polish themselves
down, and avoid high engine to the correct operating clearances. 4
speeds with no load on the engine. During this period, prolonged full-throt-
● Turn the engine off instead of let- tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be 5
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic avoided.
lights or at railroad crossings). 6
EAU17063
0–1000 km (0–600 mi) 7

Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600 8
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
be changed, the oil filter cartridge or 9
element replaced, and the oil strainer
cleaned. If any engine trouble should
occur during the engine break-in pe-
riod, immediately have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.[ECA10362]
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, and then
1 turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
EWA10311
WARNING
2
● Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
3 park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
4 touch them and be burned.
● Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
5 may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
6 ● Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which
7 might catch fire.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

EAU17241 EWA15121 EAU35011
WARNING Owner’s tool kit

Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu- Turn off the engine when performing
brication will keep your vehicle in the maintenance unless otherwise 1
safest and most efficient condition pos- specified.
sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi- ● A running engine has moving
cle owner/operator. The most important parts that can catch on body 2
points of vehicle inspection, adjust- parts or clothing and electrical
ment, and lubrication are explained on parts that can cause shocks or
the following pages. fires. 3
The intervals given in the periodic ● Running the engine while ser-
maintenance and lubrication chart vicing can lead to eye injury, 4
should be simply considered as a gen- burns, fire, or carbon monoxide 1. Tool box
eral guide under normal riding condi- poisoning – possibly leading to
tions. However, depending on the 5
death. See page 2-1 for more in- 1
weather, terrain, geographical location, formation about carbon monox-
and individual use, the maintenance in- ide. 6
tervals may need to be shortened.
EWA10321
7
WARNING
Failure to properly maintain the ve-
hicle or performing maintenance ac- 8
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during 1. Owner’s tool kit 9
service or while using the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser- The owner’s tool kit is located inside the
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform tool box.
service. The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
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owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
1 wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.
2 TIP
If you do not have the tools or experi-
3 ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
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TIP
● The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.
● From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi).
● Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical 2
skills.
3
EAU46920
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

4
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK 5
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
● Check fuel hoses for cracks or
1 * Fuel line √ √ √ √ √
damage. 6
● Check condition.
√ √
2 Spark plug ● Clean and regap.
● Replace. √ √ 7
● Check valve clearance.
3 * Valves √ √ √ √
● Adjust.
● Check starter (choke) operation. 8
4 * Carburetor √ √ √ √ √ √
● Adjust engine idling speed.
9
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EAU17717
General maintenance and lubrication chart

ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK
1 (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
● Clean.
1 Air filter element √ √ √ √
● Replace if necessary.
2
2 Clutch √ √ √ √ √
● Adjust.
3 ● Check operation and adjust
√ √ √ √ √ √
3 * Front brake brake lever free play.
● Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
4 ● Check operation and adjust
√ √ √ √ √ √
4 * Rear brake brake pedal free play.
● Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
5 ● Check runout, spoke tightness
5 * Wheels and for damage. √ √ √ √
● Tighten spokes if necessary.
6 ● Check tread depth and for
damage.
6 * Tires ● Replace if necessary. √ √ √ √ √
7 ● Check air pressure.
● Correct if necessary.
● Check bearing for looseness or
8 7 * Wheel bearings √ √ √ √
damage.
● Check operation and for
√ √ √ √
excessive play.
9 8 * Swingarm
● Lubricate with
Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
lithium-soap-based grease.
● Check chain slack, alignment
and condition. Every 500 km (300 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
9 Drive chain
● Adjust and thoroughly lubricate riding in wet areas
chain with engine oil.
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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
● Check bearing play and steering
√ √ √ √ √
for roughness.
10 * Steering bearings
● Lubricate with
Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
lithium-soap-based grease.
● Make sure that all nuts, bolts
2
11 * Chassis fasteners and screws are properly √ √ √ √ √
tightened.
3
Brake lever pivot ● Lubricate with
12 √ √ √ √ √
shaft lithium-soap-based grease.
Brake pedal pivot ● Lubricate with 4
13 √ √ √ √ √
shaft lithium-soap-based grease.
Clutch lever pivot ● Lubricate with
14 √ √ √ √ √
shaft lithium-soap-based grease. 5
15 Sidestands √ √ √ √ √
● Lubricate.
16 * Front fork
● Check operation and for oil
√ √ √ √
6
leakage.
Shock absorber ● Check operation and shock
17 * √ √ √ √ 7
assembly absorber for oil leakage.
● Change.
18 Engine oil ● Check oil level and vehicle for oil √ √ √ √ √ √
leakage. 8
Engine oil filter ele-
19 ● Clean. √ √ √
ment
20 * Engine oil strainer ● Clean. √
9
Front and rear
21 * ● Check operation. √ √ √ √ √ √
brake switches
Moving parts and
22 ● Lubricate. √ √ √ √ √
cables
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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
● Check operation and free play.
1 ● Adjust the throttle cable free
Throttle grip hous-
23 * play if necessary. √ √ √ √ √
ing and cable
● Lubricate the throttle grip
2 housing and cable.
Lights, signals and ● Check operation.
24 * √ √ √ √ √ √
switches ● Adjust headlight beam.
3
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4
TIP
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
5
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EAU18771
Removing and installing 1

panels 1
The panels shown need to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time a panel needs to 2
be removed and installed.
3
1
1. Panel B 1. Panel B
4
EAU19301
To install the panel
Panels A and B Place the panel in the original position.
5
To remove one of the panels
Pull the panel off as shown. 6
1. Panel A
7
1
8
1. Panel A
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EAU19604
it if necessary.
Checking the spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine Specified spark plug:
component, which is easy to check. NGK/D8EA
DENSO/X24ES-U
1 Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark 3. Measure the spark plug gap with a
plug should be removed and checked wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
2
in accordance with the periodic mainte- essary, adjust the gap to specifica-
1
nance and lubrication chart. In addition, tion.
3 the condition of the spark plug can re-
veal the condition of the engine. 1. Spark plug wrench
4
To remove the spark plug To check the spark plug
1. Remove the spark plug cap. 1. Check that the porcelain insulator
5 around the center electrode of the
spark plug is a medium-to-light tan 1
6 (the ideal color when the vehicle is
1 ridden normally).
7 TIP
If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif- 1. Spark plug gap
8 ferent color, the engine could be oper-

Spark plug gap:
ating improperly. Do not attempt to 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
diagnose such problems yourself. In-
9 stead, have a Yamaha dealer check
1. Spark plug cap To install the spark plug
the vehicle.
2. Remove the spark plug as shown, 1. Clean the surface of the spark plug
2. Check the spark plug for elec- gasket and its mating surface, and
with the spark plug wrench includ-
trode erosion and excessive car- then wipe off any grime from the
ed in the owner’s tool kit.
bon or other deposits, and replace spark plug threads.
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2. Install the spark plug with the EAU19795
spark plug wrench, and then tight- Engine oil and oil filter
en it to the specified torque. element
The engine oil level should be checked
Tightening torque: before each ride. In addition, the oil 2
Spark plug: 1 3
18 Nm (1.8 m·kgf, 13 ft·lbf) must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment cleaned at the intervals specified 2
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
TIP
cation chart.
If a torque wrench is not available when 3
installing a spark plug, a good estimate 1. Engine oil level check window
To check the engine oil level
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn 2. Maximum level mark
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- 4
past finger tight. However, the spark 3. Minimum level mark
face and hold it in an upright posi-
plug should be tightened to the speci-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can 4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
fied torque as soon as possible. 5
result in a false reading. mum level mark, add sufficient oil
3. Install the spark plug cap. 2. Start the engine, warm it up for of the recommended type to raise
several minutes, and then turn it 6
it to the correct level.
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- To change the engine oil (with or 7
tles, and then check the oil level without oil filter element cleaning)
through the check window located 1. Start the engine, warm it up for 8
at the bottom-right side of the several minutes, and then turn it
crankcase. off.
9
TIP 2. Place an oil pan under the engine
The engine oil should be between the to collect the used oil.
minimum and maximum level marks. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase. NOTICE: When
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removing the engine oil drain
bolt, the O-ring, compression
spring, and oil strainer will fall
out. Take care not to lose these
1 parts.[ECA11001]
4 3 2 1
2
1
2
3
1. Engine oil drain bolt 1. Oil filter element cover bolt
4 2. O-ring 2. Oil filter element drain bolt
3. Compression spring
1 5. Remove the oil filter element cover
4. Oil strainer
5 by removing the bolts.
TIP 6. Remove the oil filter element and
1. Engine oil filler cap
Skip steps 4–9 if the oil filter element is O-rings.
6
not being cleaned.
7 4. Remove the oil filter element drain
1 bolt to drain the oil from the oil filter
8 element.
2
9 1
2
1. Engine oil drain bolt 1. Oil filter element

2. O-ring
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7. Check the O-rings for damage and Tightening torque: addition, do not use oils labeled
replace them if necessary. Engine oil drain bolt: “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
8. Clean the oil filter element with sol- 43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf) higher.
vent, and then install it. ● Make sure that no foreign mate-
12. Refill with the specified amount of rial enters the crankcase.
TIP the recommended engine oil, and
Check the oil filter element for damage then install and tighten the oil filler 13. Start the engine, and then let it idle
and replace it if necessary. cap. for several minutes while checking 2
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
9. Install the oil filter element cover by
Recommended engine oil: mediately turn the engine off and 3
installing the bolts and the drain See page 9-1. check for the cause.
bolt, then tightening them to the Oil quantity:
14. Turn the engine off, and then
specified torques. Without oil filter element removal: 4
1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt) check the oil level and correct it if
Tightening torques: With oil filter element removal: necessary.
Oil filter element cover bolt: 1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt) 5
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Oil filter element drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
TIP 6
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
TIP 7
tem have cooled down.
Make sure that the O-rings are properly
seated. ECA11620
NOTICE 8
10. Clean the oil strainer with solvent,
● In order to prevent clutch slip-
and then check it for damage and 9
page (since the engine oil also
replace it if necessary.
lubricates the clutch), do not
11. Install the oil strainer, compression
mix any chemical additives. Do
spring, a new O-ring and engine oil
not use oils with a diesel speci-
drain bolt, and then tighten the
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
drain bolt to the specified torque.
er quality than specified. In
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EAU20862
solvent, and then squeeze the re-
Cleaning the air filter element 2 maining solvent out.
The air filter element should be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic 1
1 maintenance and lubrication chart.
Clean the air filter element more fre-
quently if you are riding in unusually
2
wet or dusty areas. 3
1. Remove panel A. (See page 7-7.)
3 2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws. 1. Wing bolt
4 2. Air filter element
3. Air filter element plate 6. Apply oil of the recommended type
1
to the entire surface of the sponge
5 4. Remove the sponge material from material, and then squeeze the ex-
the air filter element frame. cess oil out.
6 TIP
1 The sponge material should be wet but
2
7 not dripping.
2
8 Recommended oil:
1. Air filter case cover
Foam air filter oil
2. Screw
9 3. Remove the wing bolt and the air 7. Install the sponge material onto
filter element plate, and then pull the frame.
the air filter element out of the air 1. Sponge material 8. Insert the air filter element into the
filter case. 2. Air filter element frame air filter case.
9. Install the air filter element plate,
5. Clean the sponge material with and then tighten the wing bolt.
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NOTICE: Make sure that the air EAU21280 EAU21362
filter element is properly seated Adjusting the carburetor Adjusting the engine idling
in the air filter case. The engine The carburetor is an important part of speed
should never be operated with- the engine and requires very sophisti- The engine idling speed must be
out the air filter element in- cated adjustment. Therefore, most car- checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
stalled, otherwise the piston(s) buretor adjustments should be left to a follows at the intervals specified in the
and/or cylinder(s) may become Yamaha dealer, who has the neces- periodic maintenance and lubrication 2
excessively worn.[ECA10481] sary professional knowledge and expe- chart.
10. Install the air filter case cover by in- rience. The adjustment described in the
TIP 3
stalling the screws. following section, however, may be ser-
A diagnostic tachometer is needed to
11. Install the panel. viced by the owner as part of routine
make this adjustment.
maintenance. 4
ECA10550
1. Attach the tachometer to the spark
NOTICE plug lead.
The carburetor has been set and ex- 5
2. Start the engine and warm it up
tensively tested at the Yamaha fac- for several minutes at 1000–2000
tory. Changing these settings r/min while occasionally revving it 6
without sufficient technical knowl- to 4000–5000 r/min.
edge may result in poor perfor- TIP 7
mance of or damage to the engine.
The engine is warm when it quickly re-
sponds to the throttle. 8
3. Check the engine idling speed and,
if necessary, adjust it to specification 9
by turning the throttle stop screw. To
increase the engine idling speed,
turn the screw in direction (a). To
decrease the engine idling speed,
turn the screw in direction (b).
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EAU48431
Adjusting the throttle cable 1 2 3

free play (b)
The throttle cable free play should mea-
1 (a) 1 sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- (a)
(b) 4
2 cally check the throttle cable free play
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
3 TIP
The engine idling speed must be cor-
1. Throttle stop screw 1. Adjusting nut
rectly adjusted before checking and ad-
4 2. Locknut
Engine idling speed: justing the throttle cable free play.
3. Rubber cover
1300–1400 r/min
1. Slide the rubber cover back. 4. Throttle cable free play
5
2. Loosen the locknut.
TIP 4. Tighten the locknut and then slide
3. To increase the throttle cable free
If the specified idling speed cannot be the rubber cover to its original po-
6 play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
obtained as described above, have a sition.
tion (a). To decrease the throttle
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. cable free play, turn the adjusting
7
nut in direction (b).
8
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EAU21401 EAU35103
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
Valve clearance Tires tires):
The valve clearance changes with use, To maximize the performance, durabil- Front:
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture ity, and safe operation of your motorcy- 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 18 psi)
and/or engine noise. To prevent this cle, note the following points regarding Rear:
from occurring, the valve clearance the specified tires. 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi)
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer EWA10511
2
at the intervals specified in the periodic Tire air pressure WARNING
maintenance and lubrication chart. The tire air pressure should be checked Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
and, if necessary, adjusted before each tion of an overloaded vehicle could 3
ride. cause an accident.
EWA10441
4
WARNING
Operation of this vehicle with im- Tire inspection
proper tire pressure may cause se- 5
vere injury or death from loss of
control. 1 6
● The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold 7
3
tires (i.e., when the temperature 2
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature). 8
● The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the 9
1. Tire tread depth
riding speed and with the total
2. Tire sidewall
weight of rider, cargo, and ac-
3. Tire wear indicator
cessories approved for this
model. The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
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(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a Front tire:
EAU21941
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the Size:

Spoke wheels
EWA10610
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha 80/100-21 51M
dealer replace the tire immediately. Manufacturer/model: WARNING
1 IRC/VE-32 The wheels on this model are not de-
Minimum tire tread depth (front and Rear tire: signed for use with tubeless tires.
rear): Size:
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
2 1.0 mm (0.04 in) 4.10-18 59M
Manufacturer/model: on this model.
IRC/FARM SPECIAL-Z2 To maximize the performance, durabil-
3 TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ EWA10561 ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
from country to country. Always comply WARNING cle, note the following points regarding
4 ● It is dangerous to ride with a the specified wheels.
with the local regulations.
worn-out tire. When a tire tread ● The wheel rims should be checked
5 begins to show crosswise lines, for cracks, bends or warpage, and
Tire information have a Yamaha dealer replace the spokes for looseness or dam-
This motorcycle is equipped with spoke the tire immediately. age before each ride. If any dam-
6 wheels and tube tires. ● The replacement of all wheel age is found, have a Yamaha
EWA10461
and brake-related parts, includ- dealer replace the wheel. Do not
7 WARNING attempt even the smallest repair to
ing the tires, should be left to a
The front and rear tires should be of the wheel. A deformed or cracked
Yamaha dealer, who has the
the same make and design, other- wheel must be replaced.
8 necessary professional knowl-
wise the handling characteristics of ● The wheel should be balanced
edge and experience.
the vehicle may be different, which whenever either the tire or wheel
● It is not recommended to patch
9 could lead to an accident. has been changed or replaced. An
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
After extensive tests, only the tires list- able, however, patch the tube unbalanced wheel can result in
ed below have been approved for this very carefully and replace it as poor performance, adverse han-
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. soon as possible with a dling characteristics, and a short-
high-quality product. ened tire life.
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● Ride at moderate speeds after EAU22043
lever free play, turn the adjusting
changing a tire since the tire sur- Adjusting the clutch lever free bolt in direction (b).
face must first be “broken in” for it play TIP
to develop its optimal characteris- If the specified clutch lever free play
tics. could be obtained as described above,
2 3 (a) 4 skip steps 4–7.
1 2
4. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction (a) to loos-
en the clutch cable. 3
(b)
5. Loosen the locknut at the crank-
case. 4
1. Clutch lever free play

(a) 5
2. Locknut (clutch lever)
3. Adjusting bolt
4. Rubber cover 6
The clutch lever free play should mea- (b)
sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as 7
shown. Periodically check the clutch le- 2 1
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it 8
as follows. 1. Locknut (crankcase)
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the 2. Adjusting nut 9
clutch lever.
2. Loosen the locknut. 6. To increase the clutch lever free
3. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di- tion (a). To decrease the clutch le-
rection (a). To decrease the clutch ver free play, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (b).
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7. Tighten the locknut at the crank- EAU49300
lever free play, turn the adjusting
case. Adjusting the brake lever free bolt in direction (b).
8. Tighten the locknut at the clutch le- play 4. If the specified brake lever free
ver and then slide the rubber cover play could be obtained as de-
1 to its original position. (b) 2 3 scribed above, tighten the locknut
and skip the rest of the procedure,
2 4 otherwise proceed as follows.
5. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
(a) brake lever in direction (a) to loos-
3 1 en the brake cable.
6. Loosen the locknut at the brake
4 shoe plate.
7. To increase the brake lever free
1. Rubber cover play, turn the adjusting nut at the
5 2. Adjusting bolt brake shoe plate in direction (a).
3. Locknut To decrease the brake lever free
6 4. Brake lever free play play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
The brake lever free play should mea- tion (b).
7 sure 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake le-
8 ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back.
9
2. Loosen the locknut at the brake le-
ver.
3. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the brake
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EAU22192
2 1 Adjusting the brake pedal

position and free play
(b) EWA10670
WARNING
It is advisable to have a Yamaha 3
(a) 1 (a)
dealer make these adjustments. 2
2
(b)
Brake pedal position 3
The top of the brake pedal should be
1. Adjusting nut 1. Locknut
positioned approximately 10.0 mm
2. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt 4
(0.39 in) below the top of the footrest.
3. Brake pedal position
8. Tighten the locknut at the brake Periodically check the brake pedal po-
shoe plate and at the brake lever. sition and, if necessary, adjust it as fol- 3. Tighten the locknut. 5
9. Slide the rubber cover back to its lows. EWA11230
original position. 1. Loosen the locknut at the brake WARNING

6
pedal. After adjusting the brake pedal posi-
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the tion, the brake pedal free play must
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To be adjusted. 7
lower the brake pedal, turn the ad-
justing bolt in direction (b). 8
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Brake pedal free play EAU44820
Checking the shift pedal

(a) 1 The operation of the shift pedal should
be checked before each ride. If opera-
1 tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
2 (b) 2
1
3
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
4 1. Brake pedal free play 2. Brake rod
The brake pedal free play should mea- EWA10680
5 sure 20.0–30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in) as WARNING

shown. Periodically check the brake ● After adjusting the drive chain
pedal free play and, if necessary, adjust slack or removing and installing
6
it as follows. the rear wheel, always check the
To increase the brake pedal free play, brake pedal free play.
7 turn the adjusting nut at the brake rod in ● If proper adjustment cannot be
direction (a). To decrease the brake obtained as described, have a
8 pedal free play, turn the adjusting nut in Yamaha dealer make this ad-
direction (b). justment.
● After adjusting the brake pedal
9 free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
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EAU22273 EAU22361
Rear
Brake light switches Checking the front and rear
brake shoes
2 Front
1
(b)
2 1 2
(a) 2
3
1. Brake shoe wear limit line

4
1. Rear brake light switch 1 2. Brake shoe wear indicator
2. Adjusting nut
The front and rear brake shoes must be 5
The brake light, which is activated by 1. Brake shoe wear limit line checked for wear at the intervals spec-
the brake pedal and brake lever, should 2. Brake shoe wear indicator ified in the periodic maintenance and
come on just before braking takes ef- lubrication chart. Each brake is provid- 6
fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake ed with a wear indicator, which allows
light switch as follows, but the front you to check the brake shoe wear with- 7
brake light switch should be adjusted out having to disassemble the brake.
by a Yamaha dealer. To check the brake shoe wear, check
8
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust- the position of the wear indicator while
ing nut while holding the rear brake light applying the brake. If a brake shoe has
switch in place. To make the brake light worn to the point that the wear indicator 9
come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut reaches the wear limit line, have a
in direction (a). To make the brake light Yamaha dealer replace the brake
come on later, turn the adjusting nut in shoes as a set.
direction (b).
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EAU22760
Drive chain slack:
Drive chain slack 20.0–30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in)
The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted 1 6. If the drive chain slack is correct,
1 if necessary. install the check hole cap. If the
drive chain slack is incorrect, ad-
EAU49260
just it as follows.
2 To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on the side- EAU35022
3 stand. To adjust the drive chain slack

TIP 1. Drive chain slack check hole cap 1. Loosen the brake pedal free play
When checking and adjusting the drive adjusting nut.
4 4. Spin the rear wheel several times
chain slack, there should be no weight
to locate the tightest portion of the
on the motorcycle. 1
5 drive chain.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu- 5. Measure the drive chain slack as
tral position. shown.
6
3. Remove the drive chain slack
check hole cap.
7
8 1
9 2. Loosen the axle nut and the rear

sprocket nut.
1. Drive chain slack
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EAU23016
TIP
Cleaning and lubricating the
Make sure that both adjusting plates
3 are in the same position for proper drive chain
2 (b) The drive chain must be cleaned and
wheel alignment.
lubricated at the intervals specified in
4. Tighten the rear sprocket nut and the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
1 the axle nut to the specified tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear 2
(a) torques. out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
Tightening torques: 3
Axle nut:
follows.
1. Axle nut ECA10583
85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf)
2. Rear sprocket nut Rear sprocket nut: NOTICE 4
3. Chain adjusting plate 85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf) The drive chain must be lubricated
3. To tighten the drive chain, turn the after washing the motorcycle, riding
5. Install the drive chain slack check 5
drive chain slack adjusting plate on in the rain or riding in wet areas.
hole cap.
each side of the swingarm in direc- 6. Adjust the brake pedal free play. 1. Remove all dirt and mud from the 6
tion (a). To loosen the drive chain, (See page 7-19.) drive chain with a brush or cloth.
turn the adjusting plate on each EWA10660
TIP
side of the swingarm in direction WARNING 7
For a thorough cleaning, have a
(b), and then push the rear wheel After adjusting the brake pedal free Yamaha dealer remove the drive chain
forward. NOTICE: Improper drive play, check the operation of the and soak it in solvent. 8
chain slack will overload the en- brake light.
gine as well as other vital parts 2. Spray Yamaha Chain and Cable
Lube or a high-quality spray-type 9
of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. drive chain lubricant on the entire
To prevent this from occurring, chain, making sure that all side
keep the drive chain slack with- plates and rollers have been suffi-
in the specified limits.[ECA10571] ciently oiled.
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EAU23101 EAU23112 EAU43611
Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the
cables throttle grip and cable brake and clutch levers
The operation of all control cables and The operation of the throttle grip should
1 the condition of the cables should be be checked before each ride. In addi-
checked before each ride, and the cation, the cable should be lubricated by a
2 bles and cable ends should be lubricat- Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged fied in the periodic maintenance chart.
or does not move smoothly, have a
3 Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
4 sheath may interfere with proper ca-
ble operation and will cause the in-
ner cable to rust. Replace a The operation of the brake and clutch
5 levers should be checked before each
damaged cable as soon as possible
to prevent unsafe conditions.[EWA10721] ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
6 bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil Recommended lubricant:
7 Lithium-soap-based grease
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EAU23182 EAU49250 EAU23251
Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lubricating the rear
brake pedal sidestands suspension
1
3
4
The operation of the brake pedal The operation of the sidestands should 1. Grease nipple
should be checked before each ride, be checked before each ride, and the 5
and the pedal pivot should be lubricat- sidestand pivots and metal-to-metal The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
ed if necessary. contact surfaces should be lubricated if sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha
6
necessary. dealer at the intervals specified in the
Recommended lubricant: EWA10731 periodic maintenance and lubrication
Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING chart. 7
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha Lithium-soap-based grease 8
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the 9
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EAU23272 EAU23283
Checking the front fork Checking the steering

The condition and operation of the front Worn or loose steering bearings may
fork must be checked as follows at the cause danger. Therefore, the operation
1 intervals specified in the periodic main- of the steering must be checked as fol-
tenance and lubrication chart. lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
2
To check the condition chart.
Check the inner tubes for scratches, 1. Place a stand under the engine to
3 damage and excessive oil leakage. raise the front wheel off the
ECA10590
ground. (See page 7-32 for more
To check the operation NOTICE information.) WARNING! To
4
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- If any damage is found or the front avoid injury, securely support
face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, the vehicle so there is no danger
5 tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- of it falling over.[EWA10751]
securely support the vehicle so pair it. 2. Hold the lower ends of the front
6 there is no danger of it falling fork legs and try to move them for-
over.[EWA10751] ward and backward. If any free
7 2. While applying the front brake, play can be felt, have a Yamaha
push down hard on the handlebars dealer check or repair the steering.
several times to check if the front
8 fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
9
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EAU23291 EAU23385
Checking the wheel bearings Battery

1
2
3
3
2
4
The front and rear wheel bearings must 1. Positive battery lead (red)
be checked at the intervals specified in 2. Battery
the periodic maintenance and lubrica- 3. Negative battery lead (black) 5
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn The battery is located behind panel B.
(See page 7-7.) 6
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings. This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. 7
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However, 8
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
ECA10620 9
NOTICE
Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery.
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EWA10760
To charge the battery 2. If the battery will be stored for more
WARNING Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- than two months, check it at least
● Electrolyte is poisonous and tery as soon as possible if it seems to once a month and fully charge it if
dangerous since it contains sul- have discharged. Keep in mind that the necessary.
1 furic acid, which causes severe battery tends to discharge more quickly 3. Fully charge the battery before in-
burns. Avoid any contact with if the vehicle is equipped with optional stallation.
2 skin, eyes or clothing and al- electrical accessories. 4. After installation, make sure that
ways shield your eyes when ECA16520
the battery leads are properly con-
working near batteries. In case NOTICE nected to the battery terminals.
3 of contact, administer the fol- To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated ECA16530
lowing FIRST AID. Lead Acid) battery, a special (con- NOTICE

4 ● EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty stant-voltage) battery charger is re- Always keep the battery charged.
of water. quired. Using a conventional battery Storing a discharged battery can
● INTERNAL: Drink large quan- charger will damage the battery. If cause permanent battery damage.
5
tities of water or milk and im- you do not have access to a con-
mediately call a physician. stant-voltage battery charger, have a
6 ● EYES: Flush with water for 15 Yamaha dealer charge your battery.
minutes and seek prompt
7 medical attention.
To store the battery
● Batteries produce explosive hy-
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
8 more than one month, remove the
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
battery, fully charge it, and then
away from the battery and pro-
place it in a cool, dry place.
9 vide sufficient ventilation when
NOTICE: When removing the
charging it in an enclosed
battery, be sure the key is
space.
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
● KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
nect the negative lead before
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
disconnecting the positive
CHILDREN.
lead.[ECA16302]
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EAU23561
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
Replacing the fuses the electrical circuit in question to
The main fuse is located behind panel 2 check if the device operates.
A. (See page 7-7.) 4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
1 check the electrical system.
2
3
1. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
2 1 2. Spare fuse 4
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Main fuse 1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off 5
2. Spare main fuse the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
The auxiliary DC jack fuse is located 6
install a new fuse of the specified
behind panel B. (See page 7-7.) amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage 7
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam- 8
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.[EWA15131]
9
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
20.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
10.0 A
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EAU24013
5. Place a new bulb into position, and
Replacing the headlight bulb then secure it with the bulb holder.
If the headlight bulb burns out, replace
it as follows.
1 1 2
1 1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the bolt.
2
2
3
1. Headlight lead connector
4 2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb
1 3. Remove the headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb holder
5 by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder by
1. Bolt turning it clockwise.
6
7. Install the bulb cover, and then
2. Disconnect the headlight lead con- connect the headlight lead con-
7 nectors, and then remove the 1
nectors.
headlight bulb cover. 8. Install the headlight unit by install-
8 ing the bolt.
2 9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
9
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb cover
4. Remove the burnt-out bulb by turn-

ing it counterclockwise.
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EAU24133 EAU24232
push it in, and then turn it clock-
Replacing the tail/brake light Replacing a turn signal light wise until it stops.
bulb bulb 4. Install the holder, and then place
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by 1. Remove the turn signal lens by the lens in the original position.
removing the screws. pushing it down lightly, then pulling
it outward.
2 1 TIP 2
The lens holder will fall out of the turn
3 signal when removing the lens, so take 3
care not to loose it.
5
1. Screw
2. Tail/brake light lens 3 6
3. Tail/brake light bulb 2
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by 7
1
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise. 1. Turn signal light lens 8
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, 2. Turn signal light bulb
push it in, and then turn it clock- 3. Lens holder 9
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the 2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
screws. NOTICE: Do not over- pushing it in and turning it counter-
tighten the screws, otherwise clockwise.
the lens may break.[ECA10681] 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
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EAU24350
frame in front of the rear wheel or under EAU24360
Supporting the motorcycle each side of the swingarm. Front wheel

Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions EAU35033
when removing the front and rear To remove the front wheel
1 EWA10821
wheel or performing other maintenance
WARNING
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
2 To avoid injury, securely support the
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting vehicle so there is no danger of it
3 any maintenance. A strong wooden falling over.
box can be placed under the engine for 1. Disconnect the speedometer ca-
4 added stability. ble from the front wheel by remov-
ing the clip, then pulling the cable
To service the front wheel out.
5 1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if 2
6 an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
7 der the frame in front of the rear 1
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
8 ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
9
To service the rear wheel 1. Clip
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by 2. Speedometer cable
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor- 2. Loosen the brake cable locknut
cycle stand is not available, by placing and the brake cable free play ad-
a jack either under each side of the justing nut at the front wheel hub.
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6. Loosen the axle nut.
1 2 3 7. Lift the front wheel off the ground
2
according to the procedure on
page 7-32.
8. Remove the axle nut, pull the
(a) wheel axle out, and then remove
1 the wheel. 2
EAU35041
To install the front wheel 3

1. Adjusting nut 1. Rubber cover 1. Install the brake shoe plate into the
2. Locknut 2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt wheel hub so that the projections 4
3. Locknut mesh with the slots.
3. Slide the rubber cover back.
4. Loosen the locknut at the brake le- 5. Disconnect the brake cable from 5
ver, and then fully turn the adjust- the front brake lever, then from the
ing bolt in direction (a). brake camshaft lever.
6
1 8
2. Lift the wheel up between the fork

2 9
legs.
TIP
Make sure that the slot in the brake
1. Axle nut
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
2. Brake camshaft lever
fork leg.
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9. Slide the rubber cover back to its EAU25080
original position. Rear wheel

EAU49021
1
To remove the rear wheel
1 EWA10821
WARNING
2 To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
3 falling over.
1. Retainer 1. Disconnect the brake torque rod
4 from the brake shoe plate by re-
3. Insert the wheel axle, and then in-
moving the cotter pin, the nut, and
stall the axle nut.
the bolt.
5 4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.
5. Connect the brake cable at the
6
wheel hub and then at the handle-
bar lever holder.
7 6. Connect the speedometer cable
and install the clip. 1
2
8 7. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
4 3
9 Tightening torque:
Axle nut: 1. Brake torque rod
39 Nm (3.9 m·kgf, 28 ft·lbf) 2. Brake torque rod nut
3. Brake torque rod bolt
8. Adjust the brake lever free play. 4. Brake torque rod cotter pin
(See page 7-18.)
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2. Remove the brake pedal free play EAU49030
adjusting nut, and then disconnect To install the rear wheel

2 1. Install the drive chain adjusting
the brake rod from the brake cam- 1
shaft lever. plate and the wheel by inserting
(a) the wheel axle from the right-hand
side.
4 TIP
5 2
3 Make sure that the drive chain adjust-
ing plate is installed with the punched
3 side facing to the outside. 3
1. Axle nut
2 2. Rear sprocket nut 2. Install the axle nut.
4
1 3. Drive chain slack adjusting plate 3. Install the brake rod onto the brake
camshaft lever, and then install the
4. Lift the rear wheel off the ground brake pedal free play adjusting nut 5
1. Wheel axle
according to the procedure on onto the brake rod.
2. Drive chain slack adjusting plate
page 7-32. 4. Connect the brake torque rod to
3. Brake camshaft lever 6
5. Turn the drive chain adjusting the brake shoe plate by installing
plate on each side of the swingarm the bolt and the nut, and then tight-
5. Brake rod
fully in direction (a). en the nut to the specified torque. 7
3. Loosen the axle nut and the rear 6. Remove the axle nut.
sprocket nut. 7. Pull the wheel axle out together Tightening torque: 8
with the drive chain adjusting plate Brake torque rod nut:
19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
from the right-hand side.
9
8. Slide the wheel to the right, and 5. Insert a new cotter pin.
then remove it by pulling it back. WARNING! Always use a new
cotter pin.[EWA10831]
6. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 7-22.)
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7. Lower the rear wheel so that it is EAU25851
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
on the ground. Troubleshooting gasoline vapors can ignite or ex-
8. Tighten the rear sprocket nut and Although Yamaha motorcycles receive plode, causing severe injury or
the axle nut to the specified a thorough inspection before shipment property damage.
1 torques. from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
Tightening torques: compression, or ignition systems, for
2 Rear sprocket nut: example, can cause poor starting and
85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf)
Axle nut: loss of power.
3 85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf) The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
4 9. Adjust the brake pedal free play. for checking these vital systems your-
(See page 7-19.) self. However, should your motorcycle
EWA10660
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
5 WARNING dealer, whose skilled technicians have
After adjusting the brake pedal free the necessary tools, experience, and
6 play, check the operation of the know-how to service the motorcycle
brake light. properly.
7 Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
8 or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
EWA15141
9
WARNING
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from water
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EAU25902
Troubleshooting chart
1. Fuel
There is enough fuel. Check the compression.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
The engine does not start.
There is no fuel. Supply fuel.
Check the compression.
2
2. Compression
There is compression. Check the ignition.
3
Operate the electric starter.
Have a Yamaha dealer
There is no compression.
check the vehicle. 4
3. Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the Open the throttle halfway and operate 5
Wet
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug. the electric starter.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.
Dry Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start. 6
Check the battery.
4. Battery 7
The engine turns over
The battery is good.
quickly. The engine does not start.
Operate the electric starter. Have a Yamaha dealer 8
The engine turns over Check the battery lead connections, check the vehicle.
slowly. and charge the battery if necessary.
9
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

EAU37833 EAU26004
ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-
Matte color caution Care ets, the drive chain and wheel
ECA15192
While the open design of a motorcycle axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
NOTICE reveals the attractiveness of the tech- greaser off with water.
1 Some models are equipped with nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10772
2
advice on what products to use be- used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- NOTICE
fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a noticed on a car, however, it detracts ● Avoid using strong acidic wheel
3 brush, harsh chemical products or from the overall appearance of a motor- cleaners, especially on spoked
cleaning compounds when cleaning cycle. Frequent and proper care does wheels. If such products are
4 these parts will scratch or damage not only comply with the terms of the used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
their surface. Wax also should not warranty, but it will also keep your mo- not leave the cleaner on the af-
be applied to any matte colored fin- torcycle looking good, extend its life fected area any longer than in-
5 ished parts. and optimize its performance. structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
6 Before cleaning ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a rosion protection spray.
7 plastic bag after the engine has ● Improper cleaning can damage
cooled down. plastic parts (such as cowlings,
2. Make sure that all caps and covers panels, windshields, headlight
8 as well as all electrical couplers lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and
and connectors, including the the mufflers. Use only a soft,
9 spark plug cap, are tightly in- clean cloth or sponge with wa-
stalled. ter to clean plastic. However, if
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, the plastic parts cannot be thor-
like oil burnt onto the crankcase, oughly cleaned with water, di-
with a degreasing agent and a luted mild detergent with water
brush, but never apply such prod- may be used. Be sure to rinse
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off any detergent residue using scratches on the windshield. TIP
plenty of water, as it is harmful Test the product on a small hid- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
to plastic parts. den part of the windshield to remain well into spring.
● Do not use any harsh chemical make sure that it does not leave
products on plastic parts. Be any marks. If the windshield is 1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
sure to avoid using cloths or scratched, use a quality plastic ter and a mild detergent, after the
sponges which have been in polishing compound after engine has cooled down.
2
contact with strong or abrasive washing. NOTICE: Do not use warm water
cleaning products, solvent or since it increases the corrosive
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re- action of the salt.[ECA10791] 3
After normal use
movers or inhibitors, brake flu- 2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
id, antifreeze or electrolyte. on all metal, including chrome- and 4
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
● Do not use high-pressure wash- nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
ers or steam-jet cleaners since corrosion.
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush 5
they cause water seepage and
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
deterioration in the following ar- After cleaning
and insects will come off more easily if 6
eas: seals (of wheel and swing- 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
arm bearings, fork and brakes), or an absorbing cloth.
a few minutes before cleaning.
electric components (couplers, 2. Immediately dry the drive chain 7
connectors, instruments, and lubricate it to prevent it from
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
switches and lights), breather rusting.
on salt-sprayed roads 8
hoses and vents. 3. Use a chrome polish to shine
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
● For motorcycles equipped with chrome, aluminum and stain-
during winter are extremely corrosive in
a windshield: Do not use strong less-steel parts, including the ex- 9
combination with water, carry out the
cleaners or hard sponges as haust system. (Even the thermally
following steps after each ride in the
they will cause dulling or induced discoloring of stain-
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
scratching. Some cleaning com- less-steel exhaust systems can be
roads.
pounds for plastic may leave removed through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
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mended to apply a corrosion pro- ECA10800 EAU26151
tection spray on all metal, NOTICE Storage

including chrome- and nickel-plat- ● Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ed, surfaces. ingly and make sure to wipe off Short-term
1 5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- any excess. Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
er to remove any remaining dirt. ● Never apply oil or wax to any dry place and, if necessary, protect it
6. Touch up minor paint damage rubber and plastic parts, but against dust with a porous cover.
2 ECA10810
caused by stones, etc. treat them with a suitable care
7. Wax all painted surfaces. product. NOTICE
3 8. Let the motorcycle dry completely ● Avoid using abrasive polishing ● Storing the motorcycle in a
before storing or covering it. compounds as they will wear poorly ventilated room or cover-
4 EWA11131
away the paint. ing it with a tarp, while it is still
WARNING wet, will allow water and humid-
Contaminants on the brakes or tires TIP ity to seep in and cause rust.
5 ● Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- ● To prevent corrosion, avoid
can cause loss of control.
● Make sure that there is no oil or vice on what products to use. damp cellars, stables (because
6 wax on the brakes or tires. ● Washing, rainy weather or humid of the presence of ammonia)
● If necessary, clean the brake climates can cause the headlight and areas where strong chemi-
discs and brake linings with a lens to fog. Turning the headlight cals are stored.
7
regular brake disc cleaner or ac- on for a short period of time will
etone, and wash the tires with help remove the moisture from the
8 Long-term
warm water and a mild deter- lens.
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
gent. Before riding at higher eral months:
9 speeds, test the motorcycle’s 1. Follow all the instructions in the
braking performance and cor- “Care” section of this chapter.
nering behavior. 2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.
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3. Drain the carburetor float chamber spark plug electrodes while than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more in-
by loosening the drain bolt; this will turning the engine formation on storing the battery,
prevent fuel deposits from building over.[EWA10951] see page 7-27.
up. Pour the drained fuel into the e. Remove the spark plug cap TIP
fuel tank. from the spark plug, and then Make any necessary repairs before
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel install the spark plug and the storing the motorcycle.
stabilizer (if available) to prevent spark plug cap. 2
the fuel tank from rusting and the 6. Lubricate all control cables and the
fuel from deteriorating. pivoting points of all levers and
5. Perform the following steps to pro- pedals as well as of the sidestand/ 3
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc. centerstand.
from corrosion. 7. Check and, if necessary, correct 4
a. Remove the spark plug cap the tire air pressure, and then lift
and spark plug. the motorcycle so that both of its
5
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
into the spark plug bore. tively, turn the wheels a little every
c. Install the spark plug cap onto month in order to prevent the tires 6
the spark plug, and then place from becoming degraded in one
the spark plug on the cylinder spot. 7
head so that the electrodes are 8. Cover the muffler outlet with a
grounded. (This will limit spark- plastic bag to prevent moisture
8
ing during the next step.) from entering it.
d. Turn the engine over several 9. Remove the battery and fully
times with the starter. (This will charge it. Store it in a cool, dry 9
coat the cylinder wall with oil.) place and charge it once a month.
WARNING! To prevent dam- Do not store the battery in an ex-
age or injury from sparking, cessively cold or warm place
make sure to ground the [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: EAU2633X
Engine oil: Fuel reserve amount:
Overall length: Recommended brand: 2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)
2160 mm (85.0 in) YAMALUBE Carburetor:
Overall width: Type: Type × quantity:
930 mm (36.6 in) SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, BS26 x 1
1 Overall height: 20W-40 or 20W-50 Spark plug(s):
1155 mm (45.5 in) Manufacturer/model:
Seat height: -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 ˚C NGK/D8EA
2 830 mm (32.7 in) Manufacturer/model:
Wheelbase: SAE 10W-30 DENSO/X24ES-U
1345 mm (53.0 in) SAE 10W-40 Spark plug gap:
3
Ground clearance: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
SAE 10W-50
255 mm (10.04 in) Clutch:
Minimum turning radius: SAE 15W-40
4 Clutch type:
2000 mm (78.7 in) SAE 20W-40 Wet, multiple-disc
Weight: SAE 20W-50 Transmission:
5 With oil and fuel: Primary reduction system:
127 kg (280 lb) Spur gear
Recommended engine oil grade:
Engine: API service SE, SF, SG type or higher, Primary reduction ratio:
6 Engine type: 74/20 (3.700)
JASO standard MA
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Secondary reduction system:
Engine oil quantity:
Cylinder arrangement: Chain drive
7 Forward-inclined single cylinder
Without oil filter element removal:
Secondary reduction ratio:
1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
Displacement: 54/14 (3.857)
With oil filter element removal:
196 cm3 Transmission type:
8 1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt)
Bore × stroke: Constant mesh 5-speed
67.0 × 55.7 mm (2.64 × 2.19 in)
Air filter:
Operation:
Air filter element:
9 Compression ratio: Left foot operation
Wet element
9.50 :1 Gear ratio:
Starting system: Fuel:
1st:
Electric starter and kickstarter Recommended fuel:
35/11 (3.182)
Lubrication system: Regular unleaded gasoline only
2nd:
Wet sump Fuel tank capacity:
31/15 (2.067)
10.0 L (2.64 US gal, 2.20 Imp.gal)
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SPECIFICATIONS
3rd: Front wheel: Electrical system:
30/21 (1.429) Wheel type: Ignition system:
4th: Spoke wheel DC CDI
25/26 (0.962) Rim size: Charging system:
5th: 21x1.60 AC magneto
22/31 (0.710) Rear wheel: Battery:
Chassis: Wheel type: Model:
Frame type: Spoke wheel YTZ7S
Diamond Rim size: Voltage, capacity:
2
Caster angle: 18x1.85 12 V, 6.0 Ah
27.42 ° Front brake: Headlight: 3
Trail: Type: Bulb type:
87.0 mm (3.43 in) Drum brake Incandescence
Front tire: Operation: Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: 4
Type: Right hand operation Headlight:
With tube Rear brake: 12 V, 45 W/45 W × 1
Size: Type: Tail/brake light: 5
80/100-21 51M Drum brake 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Manufacturer/model: Operation: Front turn signal light:
IRC/VE-32 Right foot operation 12 V, 10.0 W × 2 6
Rear tire: Front suspension: Rear turn signal light:
Type: Type: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
With tube Meter lighting:
7
Telescopic fork
Size: Spring/shock absorber type: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
4.10-18 59M Coil spring/oil damper Neutral indicator light: 8
Manufacturer/model: Wheel travel: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
IRC/FARM SPECIAL-Z2 200.0 mm (7.87 in) Fuses:
Tire air pressure (measured on cold Rear suspension: Main fuse: 9
tires): Type: 20.0 A
Front: Swingarm (monocross) Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 18 psi) Spring/shock absorber type: 10.0 A
Rear: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi) Wheel travel:
165.0 mm (6.50 in)
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU48610 EAU26400 EAU26460
Identification numbers Vehicle identification number Model label

Record the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
1 spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case
2
the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 1
3 NUMBER: 1
4 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Model label
The vehicle identification number is The model label is affixed to the loca-
5
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION: stamped into the steering head pipe. tion shown. Record the information on
Record this number in the space pro- this label in the space provided. This in-
6 vided. formation will be needed when ordering
TIP spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
7 The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
8 may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
9
10
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU26570
Motorcycle noise regulation

(for Australia)
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON-
TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:
Owners are warned that the law may
prohibit: 2
● The removal or rendering inopera-
tive by any person other than for
purposes of maintenance, repair 3
or replacement, of any device or
element of design incorporated 4
into any new vehicle for the pur-
pose of noise control prior to its
5
sale or delivery to the ultimate pur-
chaser or while it is in use; and
● The use of the vehicle after such 6
device or element of design has
been removed or rendered inoper- 7
ative by any person.
8
10
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INDEX
A Fuel............................................................4-5 S
Air filter element, cleaning....................... 7-12 Fuel cock ...................................................4-6 Safety information ..................................... 2-1
Auxiliary DC jack..................................... 4-13 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing...........6-3 Seat ........................................................... 4-8
B Fuel tank cap .............................................4-5 Shifting ...................................................... 6-2
Battery..................................................... 7-27 Fuses, replacing ......................................7-29 Shift pedal ................................................. 4-4
Brake and clutch levers, checking and H Shift pedal, checking ............................... 7-20
lubricating ............................................. 7-24 Handlebar switches ...................................4-2 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ........ 4-9
Brake lever................................................ 4-4 Headlight bulb, replacing .........................7-30 Sidestands .............................................. 4-11
Brake lever free play, adjusting............... 7-18 Horn switch................................................4-3 Sidestands, checking and lubricating ...... 7-25
Brake light switches ................................ 7-21 I Spark plug, checking ................................. 7-8
Brake pedal............................................... 4-4 Identification numbers .............................10-1 Specifications ............................................ 9-1
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating .... 7-25 Indicator light .............................................4-1 Speedometer unit ...................................... 4-2
Brake pedal position and free play, K Starter (choke) knob.................................. 4-7
adjusting ............................................... 7-19 Kickstarter..................................................4-8 Starting and warming up a cold engine ..... 6-1
Brake shoes, checking............................ 7-21 L Starting circuit cut-off system .................. 4-11
C Labels, location..........................................1-1 Start switch................................................ 4-3
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 7-24 Light switch................................................4-3 Steering, checking................................... 7-26
Carburetor, adjusting .............................. 7-13 M Storage...................................................... 8-3
Care .......................................................... 8-1 Main switch................................................4-1 Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 7-32
Clutch lever ............................................... 4-3 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .......7-4 T
Clutch lever free play, adjusting.............. 7-17 Maintenance, emission control system......7-3 Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 7-31
D Matte color, caution ...................................8-1 Throttle cable free play, adjusting ........... 7-14
Dimmer switch .......................................... 4-2 Model label ..............................................10-1 Throttle grip and cable, checking and
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 7-23 N lubricating.............................................. 7-24
Drive chain slack..................................... 7-22 Tires ........................................................ 7-15
Neutral indicator light.................................4-1
E Tool kit....................................................... 7-1
Noise regulation (for Australia) ................10-2
Engine break-in......................................... 6-3 Troubleshooting ...................................... 7-36
P
Engine idling speed................................. 7-13 Troubleshooting chart ............................. 7-37
Panels, removing and installing.................7-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ................. 7-9 Turn signal light bulb, replacing .............. 7-31
Parking ......................................................6-4
Engine, starting a warm ............................ 6-2 Turn signal switch ..................................... 4-2
Part locations.............................................3-1
Engine stop switch .................................... 4-3 V
R
F Valve clearance....................................... 7-15
Rear suspension, lubricating ...................7-25
Front and rear carriers ............................ 4-10 Vehicle identification number .................. 10-1
Front fork, checking ................................ 7-26
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INDEX
W
Wheel bearings, checking .......................7-27
Wheel (front) ............................................7-32
Wheel (rear).............................................7-34
Wheels.....................................................7-16
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 9-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION........... 10-1

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS

Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual.

Controls and instruments

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Neutral indicator light “NEUTRAL”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Horn switch “ ” Clutch lever 1

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Fuel tank cap Fuel

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

4 1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”

1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

To remove the seat

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

● Do not subject the shock ab- Front and rear carriers

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Sidestands WARNING Starting circuit cut-off system

The sidestands are located on the left

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

With the engine turned off: WARNING

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

9 The auxiliary DC jack is located on the

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

Starting a warm engine Shifting NOTICE

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

0–1000 km (0–600 mi) 7

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

WARNING Owner’s tool kit

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

General maintenance and lubrication chart

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Removing and installing 1

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

8 ferent color, the engine could be oper-

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

1. Engine oil drain bolt 1. Oil filter element

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

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