Lit 11626 17 46 - 819

OWNERS MANUAL
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

YZF-R6S(C)
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN
2003.08-3.51 CR LIT-11626-17-46 5SL-28199-11
(E)
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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZF-R6(C). This model is the result of Yamahas vast experience in the
production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
WARNING motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to

CAUTION: the motorcycle.
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle
is subsequently sold.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY
AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR-
CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES

AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPECTIONS
AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY
THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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LABEL HERE
YZF-R6S(C)
OWNERS MANUAL
2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, July 2003
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1 Cast wheels .................................. 6-24
Location of important labels ...........1-5 Pre-operation check list ................. 4-2 Accessories and replacement
parts .......................................... 6-25
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Adjusting the clutch lever
Left view ..........................................2-1 RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1 free play .................................... 6-25
Right view ........................................2-2 Starting the engine ......................... 5-1 Adjusting the brake pedal
Controls and instruments ................2-3 Shifting ........................................... 5-2 position ..................................... 6-26
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3 Adjusting the rear brake light
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL Parking ........................................... 5-4 switch ........................................ 6-27
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1 Checking the front and rear
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND brake pads ................................ 6-27
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2 MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1 Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-28
Tachometer ....................................3-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......... 6-1 Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-29
Multi-function display ......................3-6 Owners tool kit .............................. 6-1 Drive chain slack .......................... 6-29
Handlebar switches ........................3-9 Periodic maintenance chart for the Lubricating the drive chain ........... 6-31
Clutch lever ..................................3-10 emission control system ............. 6-3 Checking and lubricating the
Shift pedal ....................................3-11 General maintenance and cables ....................................... 6-31
Brake lever ...................................3-11 lubrication chart .......................... 6-4 Checking and lubricating the
Brake pedal ..................................3-11 Removing and installing cowlings throttle grip and cable ............... 6-32
Fuel tank cap ................................3-12 and panels .................................. 6-8 Checking and lubricating the
Fuel ..............................................3-12 Checking the spark plugs ............ 6-10 brake and shift pedals ............... 6-32
Catalytic converter ........................3-13 Canister (for California only) ........ 6-11 Checking and lubricating the
Seats ............................................3-14 Engine oil and oil filter brake and clutch levers ............. 6-33
Helmet holders .............................3-15 cartridge ................................... 6-11 Checking and lubricating the
Storage compartment ...................3-15 Coolant ........................................ 6-14 sidestand .................................. 6-33
Adjusting the front fork .................3-16 Checking the air filter element ..... 6-18 Checking the front fork ................. 6-34
Adjusting the shock absorber Air intake duct .............................. 6-21 Checking the steering .................. 6-34
assembly ...................................3-17 Adjusting the throttle cable Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-35
Luggage strap holders ..................3-19 free play .................................... 6-21 Battery .......................................... 6-35
Sidestand .....................................3-19 Adjusting the valve clearance ...... 6-21 Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-36
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-20 Tires ............................................. 6-22 Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-37
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tail/brake light ..............................6-39
Replacing a turn signal
light bulb ....................................6-39
Replacing the license plate
light bulb ....................................6-39
Supporting the motorcycle ............6-40
Front wheel ...................................6-41
Rear wheel ...................................6-43
Troubleshooting ............................6-44
Troubleshooting charts .................6-45
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE ..........................................7-1
Care ................................................7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1
Identification numbers ....................9-1
Reporting safety defects .................9-3
Motorcycle noise regulation ............9-4
Maintenance record ........................9-5
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO
MOTORCYCLE LIMITED
WARRANTY ................................9-7
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) ........................................9-9
SAFETY INFORMATION
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AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES- tersections are the most likely
SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI- places for motorcycle accidents
MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE TIONS. to occur.
TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE Ride where other motorists can 1
USE AND OPERATION ARE DEPEN- Safe riding see you. Avoid riding in another
DENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER Always make pre-operation motorists blind spot.
RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS checks. Careful checks may help Many accidents involve inexperi-
THE EXPERTISE OF THE OPERA- prevent an accident. enced operators. In fact, many op-
TOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD This motorcycle is designed to erators who have been involved in
KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE- carry the operator and a passen- accidents do not even have a cur-
MENTS BEFORE RIDING THIS ger. rent motorcycle license.
MOTORCYCLE. The failure of motorists to detect Make sure that you are qualified
HE OR SHE SHOULD: and recognize motorcycles in traf- and that you only lend your
OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC- fic is the predominating cause of motorcycle to other qualified op-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT automobile/motorcycle accidents. erators.
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF Many accidents have been Know your skills and limits.
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION. caused by an automobile driver Staying within your limits may
OBSERVE THE WARNINGS who did not see the motorcycle. help you to avoid an accident.
AND MAINTENANCE REQUIRE- Making yourself conspicuous ap- We recommend that you prac-
MENTS IN THE OWNERS MAN- pears to be very effective in reduc- tice riding your motorcycle
UAL. ing the chance of this type of where there is no traffic until you
OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING accident. have become thoroughly famil-
IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING Therefore: iar with the motorcycle and all of
TECHNIQUES. Wear a brightly colored jacket. its controls.
OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH- Use extra caution when you are Many accidents have been
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED approaching and passing caused by error of the motorcycle
BY THE OWNERS MANUAL through intersections, since in- operator. A typical error made by
the operator is veering wide on a
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SAFETY INFORMATION
turn due to EXCESSIVE SPEED This motorcycle is designed for on- cause burns. Always wear protec-
or undercornering (insufficient lean road use only. It is not suitable for tive clothing that covers your legs,
angle for the speed). off-road use. ankles, and feet.
1 Always obey the speed limit and A passenger should also observe
never travel faster than warrant- Protective apparel the above precautions.
ed by road and traffic conditions. The majority of fatalities from motor-
Always signal before turning or cycle accidents are the result of head Modifications
changing lanes. Make sure that injuries. The use of a safety helmet is Modifications made to this motorcycle
other motorists can see you. the single most critical factor in the pre- not approved by Yamaha, or the re-
The posture of the operator and vention or reduction of head injuries. moval of original equipment, may ren-
passenger is important for proper Always wear an approved helmet. der the motorcycle unsafe for use and
control. Wear a face shield or goggles. may cause severe personal injury.
The operator should keep both Wind in your unprotected eyes Modifications may also make your
hands on the handlebar and could contribute to an impairment motorcycle illegal to use.
both feet on the operator foot- of vision that could delay seeing a
rests during operation to main- hazard. Loading and accessories
tain control of the motorcycle. The use of a jacket, heavy boots, Adding accessories or cargo to your
The passenger should always trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
hold onto the operator, the seat preventing or reducing abrasions ty and handling if the weight distribution
strap or grab bar, if equipped, or lacerations. of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
with both hands and keep both Never wear loose-fitting clothes, the possibility of an accident, use ex-
feet on the passenger footrests. otherwise they could catch on the treme caution when adding cargo or
Never carry a passenger unless control levers, footrests, or wheels accessories to your motorcycle. Use
he or she can firmly place both and cause injury or an accident. extra care when riding a motorcycle
feet on the passenger footrests. Never touch the engine or exhaust that has added cargo or accessories.
Never ride under the influence of system during or after operation. Here are some general guidelines to
alcohol or other drugs. They become very hot and can follow if loading cargo or adding acces-
sories to your motorcycle:
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Loading Accessories are added to the handlebar or
The total weight of the operator, pas- Genuine Yamaha accessories have front fork area, they must be as
senger, accessories and cargo must been specifically designed for use on lightweight as possible and
not exceed the maximum load limit of this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot should be kept to a minimum. 1
192 kg (423 lb) (CAL) test all other accessories that may be Bulky or large accessories may
193 kg (425 lb) (U49). When loading available, you must personally be re- seriously affect the stability of
within this weight limit, keep the follow- sponsible for the proper selection, in- the motorcycle due to aerody-
ing in mind: stallation and use of non-Yamaha namic effects. Wind may at-
Cargo and accessory weight accessories. Use extreme caution tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
should be kept as low and close to when selecting and installing any ac- the motorcycle may become un-
the motorcycle as possible. Make cessories. stable in cross winds. These ac-
sure to distribute the weight as Keep the following guidelines in mind, cessories may also cause
evenly as possible on both sides of as well as those provided under Load- instability when passing or being
the motorcycle to minimize imbal- ing when mounting accessories. passed by large vehicles.
ance or instability. Never install accessories or carry Certain accessories can dis-
Shifting weights can create a sud- cargo that would impair the perfor- place the operator from his or
den imbalance. Make sure that ac- mance of your motorcycle. Care- her normal riding position. This
cessories and cargo are securely fully inspect the accessory before improper position limits the free-
attached to the motorcycle before using it to make sure that it does dom of movement of the opera-
riding. Check accessory mounts not in any way reduce ground tor and may limit control ability,
and cargo restraints frequently. clearance or cornering clearance, therefore, such accessories are
Never attach any large or heavy limit suspension travel, steering not recommended.
items to the handlebar, front fork, travel or control operation, or ob- Use caution when adding electri-
or front fender. These items, in- scure lights or reflectors. cal accessories. If electrical acces-
cluding such cargo as sleeping Accessories fitted to the handle- sories exceed the capacity of the
bags, duffel bags, or tents, can bar or the front fork area can motorcycles electrical system an
create unstable handling or a slow create instability due to improper electric failure could result, which
steering response. weight distribution or aerody- could cause a dangerous loss of
namic changes. If accessories lights or engine power.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Gasoline and exhaust gas Do not park the motorcycle on a
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA- slope or soft ground, otherwise it
BLE: may fall over.
1 Always turn the engine off when Do not park the motorcycle near
refueling. a flammable source, (e.g., a ker-
Take care not to spill any gaso- osene heater, or near an open
line on the engine or exhaust flame), otherwise it could catch
system when refueling. fire.
Never refuel while smoking or in When transporting the motorcycle
the vicinity of an open flame. in another vehicle, make sure that
Never start the engine or let it run it is kept upright. If the motorcycle
for any length of time in a closed should lean over, gasoline may
area. The exhaust fumes are poi- leak out of the fuel tank.
sonous and may cause loss of If you should swallow any gaso-
consciousness and death within a line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
short time. Always operate your or allow gasoline to get into your
motorcycle in an area that has ad- eyes, see your doctor immediately.
equate ventilation. If any gasoline spills on your skin
Always turn the engine off before or clothing, immediately wash the
leaving the motorcycle unattended affected area with soap and water
and remove the key from the main and change your clothes.
switch. When parking the motor-
cycle, note the following:
The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park the
motorcycle in a place where pe-
destrians or children are not like-
ly to touch these hot areas.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Location of important labels

Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle.
1
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SAFETY INFORMATION
1 CAUTION 5
Cleaning with alkaline or
1 acid cleaner, gasoline or
solvent will damage
windshield.
Use neutral detergent.
5JW-00
6
WARNING
Improper loading can cause loss of control.
Read owners manual for proper loading.
3 PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 3JJ-28446-A1
91 Min. Pump Octane (R+M) 2

5PW-2415E-10
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SAFETY INFORMATION
8 California only 10 California only

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9 California only
1-7
DESCRIPTION
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Left view
1. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-16) 10.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-16) 11.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
3. Fuse box (page 6-36) 12.Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-16)
4. Coolant reservoir (page 6-14)
5. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-17)
6. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-17)
7. Owners tool kit (page 6-1)
8. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-17)
9. Shift pedal (page 3-11)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-19) 12.Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-28)
2. Helmet holder (page 3-15)
3. Main fuse (page 6-36)
4. Battery (page 6-35)
5. Air filter element (page 6-18)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-28)
7. Radiator cap (page 6-14)
8. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-15)
9. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
10.Brake pedal (page 3-11)
11.Dipstick (page 6-11)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments
1. Clutch lever (page 3-10)

2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-9)
3. Multi-function display (page 3-6)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Tachometer (page 3-5)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-9)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-21)
8. Brake lever (page 3-11)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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To unlock the steering
Main switch/steering lock OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved. 3
To lock the steering 1. Push.

The main switch/steering lock controls 2. Turn.
the ignition and lighting systems, and is Push the key in, and then turn it to
used to lock the steering. The various OFF while still pushing it.
positions are described below. EWA10060
WARNING
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ON Never turn the key to OFF or
All electrical circuits are supplied with LOCK while the vehicle is moving,
power, and the meter lighting, taillight, otherwise the electrical systems will
license plate light and position lights be switched off, which may result in
1. Push.
come on, and the engine can be start- loss of control or an accident. Make
2. Turn.
ed. The key cannot be removed. sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to fore turning the key to OFF or
NOTE: the left. LOCK.
The headlights come on automatically 2. Push the key in from the OFF po-
when the engine is started and stay on sition, and then turn it to LOCK
until the key is turned to OFF, even if while still pushing it.
the engine stalls. 3. Remove the key.
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Indicator and warning lights Oil level warning light

This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
ON.
If the warning light does not come on
3 for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
1. Shift timing indicator light cuit.
2. Coolant temperature warning light
1. Right turn signal indicator light 3. Coolant temperature display NOTE:
2. Fuel level warning light Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
3. Oil level warning light EAU11030 warning light may flicker when
4. Neutral indicator light Turn signal indicator lights and riding on a slope or during sudden
5. Engine trouble warning light acceleration or deceleration, but
6. High beam indicator light The corresponding indicator light flash- this is not a malfunction.
7. Left turn signal indicator light es when the turn signal switch is This model is also equipped with a
pushed to the left or right. self-diagnosis device for the oil
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level detection circuit. If the oil lev-
Neutral indicator light el detection circuit is defective, the
This indicator light comes on when the following cycle will be repeated un-
transmission is in the neutral position. til the malfunction is corrected: The
oil level warning light will flash ten
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High beam indicator light If this occurs, have a Yamaha
This indicator light comes on when the dealer check the vehicle.
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Fuel level warning light Coolant temperature warning light
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately This warning light comes on when the
3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal). engine overheats. When this occurs,
When this occurs, refuel as soon as stop the engine immediately and allow
possible. the engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to can be checked by turning the key to 3
ON. ON.
If the warning light does not come on If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit. cuit.
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NOTE: CAUTION:
This model is also equipped with a self-
Do not operate the engine if it is
diagnosis device for the fuel level de-
overheated.
tection circuit. If the fuel level detection
circuit is defective, the following cycle
will be repeated until the malfunction is
corrected: The fuel level warning light
will flash eight times, then go off for 2.5
seconds. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
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Coolant
Display Conditions What to do
temperature
Under 39 C
Message LO is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.
(Under 103 F)
3
40116 C
Temperature is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.
(104241 F)
Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until

117139 C Temperature flashes. the coolant temperature goes down.
(242283 F) Warning light comes on. If the temperature does not go down,
stop the engine. (See page 6-45.)
Above 140 C Message HI flashes. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
(Above 284 F) Warning light comes on. (See page 6-45.)
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cuit. (See page 3-6 for a detailed expla- EAU11872
Engine trouble warning light
nation of the function of this indicator Tachometer
This warning light comes on or flashes
light and on how to set it.)
when an electrical circuit monitoring the
engine is defective. When this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the self-
diagnosis system. (See page 3-6 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis de-
vice.) 3
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
ON. If the warning light does not come
1. Tachometer
on for a few seconds, then go off, have 2. Tachometer red zone
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit. The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
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Shift timing indicator light
When the key is turned to ON, the ta-
This indicator light can be set to come
chometer needle will sweep once
on and go off at the desired engine
across the r/min range and then return
speeds and is used to inform the rider
to zero r/min in order to test the electri-
when it is time to shift to the next higher
cal circuit.
gear. ECA10031
The electrical circuit of the indicator CAUTION:

light can be checked by turning the key
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
to ON.
chometer red zone.
If the indicator light does not come on
Red zone: 15500 r/min and above
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
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a self-diagnosis device the SELECT button switches the dis-
Multi-function display a display brightness and shift tim- play between the various tripmeter and
ing indicator light control mode odometer modes in the following order:
F-TRIP TRIP 1 TRIP 2 ODO
NOTE:
F-TRIP
Be sure to turn the key to ON be-
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
fore using the SELECT and RE-
ing the SELECT button, and then
SET buttons.
push the RESET button for at least
3 To switch the speedometer and
one second. If you do not reset the fuel
odometer/tripmeter displays be-
reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset
tween kilometers and miles, press
itself automatically and the display will
the SELECT button and RE-
1. Multi-function display return to the prior mode after refueling
SET button together for at least
2. SELECT button and traveling 5 km (3 mi).
3. RESET button two seconds.
The multi-function display is equipped Clock mode

with the following: Odometer and tripmeter modes Turn the key to ON.
a speedometer (which shows the Pushing the SELECT button switches To change the display to the clock
riding speed) the display between the odometer mode, push the SELECT button for at
an odometer (which shows the to- mode ODO and the tripmeter modes least one second.
tal distance traveled) TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 in the following To change the display back to the prior
two tripmeters (which show the order: mode, push the SELECT button.
distance traveled since they were ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 ODO
last set to zero) If the fuel level warning light comes on To set the clock:
a fuel reserve tripmeter (which (see page 3-2), the odometer display 1. Push the SELECT button and
shows the distance traveled since will automatically change to the fuel re- RESET button together for at
the fuel level warning light came serve tripmeter mode F-TRIP and least two seconds.
on) start counting the distance traveled 2. When the hour digits start flashing,
a clock from that point. In that case, pushing push the RESET button to set the
hours.
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3. Push the SELECT button, and Display brightness and shift timing Shift timing indicator light activity:
the minute digits will start flashing. indicator light control mode This function allows you to choose
4. Push the RESET button to set whether or not the indicator light
the minutes. should be activated and whether it
5. Push the SELECT button and should blink or stay on when acti-
then release it to start the clock. vated.
Shift timing indicator light activa-
Self-diagnosis devices tion:
This model is equipped with a self-diag- This function allows you to select 3
nosis device for various electrical cir- the engine speed at which the indi-
cuits. cator light will be activated.
If any of those circuits are defective, the 1. Shift timing indicator light Shift timing indicator light deactiva-
engine trouble warning light will come 2. SELECT button tion:
on, and then the multi-function display 3. RESET button This function allows you to select
will indicate a two-digit error code (e.g., the engine speed at which the indi-
11, 12, 13). This mode cycles through five control cator light will be deactivated.
If the multi-function display indicates functions, allowing you to make the fol- Shift timing indicator light bright-
any error codes, note the code number, lowing settings in the order listed be- ness:
and then have a Yamaha dealer check low. This function allows you to adjust
the vehicle. Display brightness: the brightness of the indicator light
ECA11590 This function allows you to adjust to suit your preference.
CAUTION: the brightness of the multi-function
display to suit the outside lighting NOTE:
If the display indicates an error
conditions. To make any settings in this mode,
code, the vehicle should be checked
you have to cycle through all of its
as soon as possible in order to avoid
functions. However, if the key is
engine damage.
turned to OFF or the engine is
started before completing the pro-
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cedure, only the settings made be- To set the shift timing indicator light ac- To set the shift timing indicator light ac-
fore the SELECT button was last tivity function tivation function
pushed will be applied. 1. Push the RESET button to select
NOTE:
In this mode, the multi-function dis- one of the following indicator light
The shift timing indicator light activation
play shows the current setting for activity settings:
function can be set between 10000
each function (except the shift tim- The indicator light will stay on
r/min and 16000 r/min. From 10000
ing indicator light activity function). when activated. (This setting
r/min to 12000 r/min, the indicator light
is selected when the indicator
3 can be set in increments of 500 r/min.
light stays on.)
To adjust the display brightness From 12000 r/min to 16000 r/min, the
The indicator light will flash
1. Turn the key to OFF. indicator light can be set in increments
when activated. (This setting
2. Push and hold the SELECT but- of 200 r/min.
is selected when the indicator
ton.
light flashes four times per 1. Push the RESET button to select
3. Turn the key to ON, and then, af-
second.) the desired engine speed for acti-
ter five seconds, release the SE-
The indicator light is deacti- vating the indicator light.
LECT button.
vated; in other words, it will 2. Push the SELECT button to con-
4. Push the RESET button to select
not come on or flash. (This firm the selected engine speed.
the desired display brightness lev-
setting is selected when the The control mode changes to the
el.
indicator light flashes once shift timing indicator light deactiva-
5. Push the SELECT button to con-
every two seconds.) tion function.
firm the selected display bright-
ness level. The control mode
firm the selected indicator light ac- To set the shift timing indicator light de-
changes to the shift timing indica-
tivity. The control mode changes to activation function
tor light activity function.
the shift timing indicator light acti-
NOTE:
vation function.
The indicator light deactivation
function can be set between
10000 r/min and 16000 r/min.
From 10000 r/min to 12000 r/min,
3-8

the indicator light can be set in in- 2. Push the SELECT button to con- EAU12342
crements of 500 r/min. From firm the selected indicator light Handlebar switches
12000 r/min to 16000 r/min, the in- brightness level. The multi-func- Left
dicator light can be set in incre- tion display will return to the odom-
ments of 200 r/min. eter, tripmeter or clock mode.
Be sure to set the deactivation
function to a higher engine speed
than for the activation function,
otherwise the shift timing indicator 3
light will remain deactivated.
the desired engine speed for deac-
1. Dimmer switch /
tivating the indicator light.
2. Turn signal switch /
3. Horn switch
firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the Right
shift timing indicator light bright-
ness function.
To adjust the shift timing indicator light

brightness
the desired indicator light bright-
ness level.
1. Engine stop switch /

2. Start switch
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EAU12400 ECA10050 EAU12820
Dimmer switch / CAUTION: Clutch lever
Set this switch to for the high
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
beam and to for the low beam.
tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch /
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to . To signal a left-hand
3 turn, push this switch to . When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re- 1. Clutch lever
turned to the center position.
The clutch lever is located at the left
EAU12500
handlebar grip. To disengage the
Horn switch clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
Press this switch to sound the horn. bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
EAU12660
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
Engine stop switch /
clutch operation.
Set this switch to before starting
The clutch lever is equipped with a
the engine. Set this switch to to
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
3-20.)
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12710
Start switch
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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EAU12870 EAU12930 EAU12941
Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal

The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Shift pedal 1. Brake pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left The brake pedal is on the right side of
side of the engine and is used in com- the motorcycle. To apply the rear
bination with the clutch lever when brake, press down on the brake pedal.
1. Brake lever
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con- 2. Arrow mark
stant-mesh transmission equipped on 3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
this motorcycle. 4. Distance between brake lever and handlebar
grip
The brake lever is equipped with a po-

sition adjusting dial. To adjust the dis-
tance between the brake lever and the
handlebar grip, turn the adjusting dial
while holding the lever pushed away
from the handlebar grip. Make sure that
the appropriate setting on the adjusting
dial is aligned with the arrow mark on
the brake lever.
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EAU13070 EAU13210
Fuel tank cap NOTE: Fuel

The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked.
EWA11090
WARNING
3 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 1. Fuel tank filler tube

2. Unlock. 2. Fuel level
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in

To open the fuel tank cap
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
of the filler tube as shown.
sert the key into the lock, and then turn EWA10880
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re- WARNING
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
opened.
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
To close the fuel tank cap
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
gine.
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
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ECA10070
octane number of 95 or higher. If EAU13430
CAUTION: knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a Catalytic converter

Immediately wipe off spilled fuel gasoline of a different brand. Use of un- This model is equipped with a catalytic
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since leaded fuel will extend spark plug life converter in the exhaust chamber.
EWA10860
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac- and reduce maintenance costs.
WARNING
es or plastic parts. Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso- The exhaust system is hot after op-
hol containing ethanol and that contain- eration. Make sure that the exhaust
EAU13380
ing methanol. Gasohol containing system has cooled down before do- 3
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con- ing any maintenance work.
Recommended fuel: tent does not exceed 10%. Gasohol ECA10700
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE containing methanol is not recom- CAUTION:
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity: mended by Yamaha because it can The following precautions must be
17.0 L (4.49 US gal) (3.74 Imp.gal) cause damage to the fuel system or ve- observed to prevent a fire hazard or
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel hicle performance problems. other damages.
level warning light comes on): Use only unleaded gasoline.
3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal)
The use of leaded gasoline will
ECA11400 cause unrepairable damage to
CAUTION: the catalytic converter.
Never park the vehicle near pos-
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe sible fire hazards such as grass
damage to internal engine parts, or other materials that easily
such as the valves and piston rings, burn.
Do not allow the engine to idle
as well as to the exhaust system.
too long.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a research
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EAU14091
2. While holding the key in that posi-
Seats tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.
Rider seat
To install the passenger seat
To remove the rider seat 1. Insert the projection on the rear of
Pull back the rear of the rider seat as the passenger seat into the seat
shown, remove the bolts, and then pull holder as shown, and then push
3 the seat off. the front of the seat down to lock it
1. Projection in place.
2. Seat holder
Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat

1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
1. Bolt
1. Projection
To install the rider seat 2. Seat holder
Insert the projection on the front of the
rider seat into the seat holder as 2. Remove the key.
shown, place the seat in the original po- NOTE:
sition, and then install the bolts. Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding.
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.
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EAU14380 ECA11600 EAU14461
Helmet holders CAUTION: Storage compartment

Some helmets may contact the muf-
fler when secured to the right side
helmet holder because of their size
or shape. Be sure that your helmet
does not contact the muffler when it
is secured to the helmet holder.
3
To release a helmet from a helmet

holder
1. Helmet holder 1. Storage compartment
Remove the passenger seat, remove
The helmet holders are located on the the helmet from the helmet holder, and The storage compartment is located
bottom of the passenger seat. then install the seat. under the passenger seat. (See page
3-14.)
To secure a helmet to a helmet hold- EWA10961
er WARNING
1. Remove the passenger seat. (See Do not exceed the load limit of 3
page 3-14.) kg (7 lb) for the storage com-
2. Attach the helmet to a helmet hold- partment.
er, and then securely install the Do not exceed the maximum
passenger seat. load of 192 kg (423 lb) (CAL)
EWA11040
193 kg (425 lb) (U49) for the ve-
WARNING hicle.
Never ride with a helmet attached to
a helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con-
trol and possibly an accident.
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EAU14761
load and thereby soften the Rebound damping force
Adjusting the front fork suspension, turn the adjusting bolt on
This front fork is equipped with spring each fork leg in direction (b).
preload adjusting bolts, rebound damp-
ing force adjusting screws and com- NOTE:
pression damping force adjusting Align the appropriate groove on the ad-
screws. justing mechanism with the top of the
EWA10180 front fork cap bolt.
3 WARNING
Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw
of stability may result.
To increase the rebound damping force
Spring preload and thereby harden the rebound damp-
ing, turn the adjusting screw on each
fork leg in direction (a). To decrease the
rebound damping force and thereby
soften the rebound damping, turn the
1. Current setting
adjusting screw on each fork leg in di-
2. Front fork cap bolt
rection (b).
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft): Rebound damping setting:
8 Minimum (soft):
Standard: 10 click(s) in direction (b)*
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt 7 Standard:
Maximum (hard): 9 click(s) in direction (b)*
To increase the spring preload and 1 Maximum (hard):
thereby harden the suspension, turn 1 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned
the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in di- in direction (a)
rection (a). To decrease the spring pre-
3-16

Compression damping force ECA10100 EAU15051
CAUTION: Adjusting the shock absorber

Never attempt to turn an adjusting assembly
mechanism beyond the maximum or This shock absorber assembly is
minimum settings. equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring and rebound and compression
NOTE: damping force adjusting screws.
ECA10100
Although the total number of clicks of a
damping force adjusting mechanism CAUTION: 3
may not exactly match the above spec- Never attempt to turn an adjusting
ifications due to small differences in mechanism beyond the maximum or
1. Compression damping force adjusting screw
production, the actual number of clicks minimum settings.
To increase the compression damping always represents the entire adjusting
force and thereby harden the compres- range. To obtain a precise adjustment, Spring preload
sion damping, turn the adjusting screw it would be advisable to check the num-
on each fork leg in direction (a). To de- ber of clicks of each damping force ad-
crease the compression damping force justing mechanism and to modify the
and thereby soften the compression specifications as necessary.
damping, turn the adjusting screw on
each fork leg in direction (b).
Compression damping setting:

Minimum (soft):
9 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard:
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
7 click(s) in direction (b)*
2. Special wrench
Maximum (hard):
1 click(s) in direction (b)* 3. Position indicator
* With the adjusting screw fully turned
in direction (a)
3-17

To increase the spring preload and (a). To decrease the rebound damping in direction (a). To decrease the com-
thereby harden the suspension, turn force and thereby soften the rebound pression damping force and thereby
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- damping, turn the adjusting screw in di- soften the compression damping, turn
crease the spring preload and thereby rection (b). the adjusting screw in direction (b).
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring in direction (b). Rebound damping setting: Compression damping setting:
Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft):
Spring preload setting: 20 click(s) in direction (b)* 20 click(s) in direction (b)*
3 Minimum (soft): Standard: Standard:
1 10 click(s) in direction (b)* 10 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard):
4 5 click(s) in direction (b)* 1 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard): * With the adjusting screw fully turned * With the adjusting screw fully turned
9 in direction (a) in direction (a)
Rebound damping force Compression damping force NOTE:

Although the total number of clicks of a
damping force adjusting mechanism
may not exactly match the above spec-
ifications due to small differences in
production, the actual number of clicks
always represents the entire adjusting
range. To obtain a precise adjustment,
it would be advisable to check the num-
ber of clicks of each damping force ad-
1. Compression damping force adjusting screw justing mechanism and to modify the
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw
specifications as necessary.
To increase the rebound damping force To increase the compression damping
and thereby harden the rebound damp- force and thereby harden the compres-
ing, turn the adjusting screw in direction sion damping, turn the adjusting screw
3-18

EWA10220 EAU15181 EAU15300
WARNING Luggage strap holders Sidestand

This shock absorber contains highly The sidestand is located on the left side
pressurized nitrogen gas. For prop- of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
er handling, read and understand lower it with your foot while holding the
the following information before vehicle upright.
handling the shock absorber. The NOTE:
manufacturer cannot be held re- The built-in sidestand switch is part of
sponsible for property damage or 3
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
personal injury that may result from cuts the ignition in certain situations.
improper handling. (See further down for an explanation of
Do not tamper with or attempt to 1. Luggage strap holder the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
open the gas cylinder. 2. Hook
EWA10240
Do not subject the shock ab-
There are four luggage strap holders on WARNING
sorber to an open flame or other the bottom of the passenger seat. To
high heat sources, otherwise it The vehicle must not be ridden with
use the strap holders, remove the pas- the sidestand down, or if the side-
may explode due to excessive senger seat, unhook the straps from
gas pressure. stand cannot be properly moved up
the hooks, and then install the seat with (or does not stay up), otherwise the
Do not deform or damage the
the straps hanging out from under the sidestand could contact the ground
gas cylinder in any way, as this passenger seat. (See page 3-14.)
will result in poor damping per- and distract the operator, resulting
formance. in a possible loss of control.
Always have a Yamaha dealer Yamahas ignition circuit cut-off
service the shock absorber. system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described
3-19

below and have a Yamaha dealer re- EAU15311
pair it if it does not function proper- Ignition circuit cut-off system

ly. The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the side-
3 stand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch le-
ver is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.
It cuts the running engine when the
transmission is in gear and the sid-
estand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
EWA10250
WARNING
If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system be-
fore riding.
3-20
With the engine turned off:

NOTE:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
This check is most reliable if performed with
3. Turn the key on. a warmed-up engine.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective. 3
YES NO The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The clutch switch may be defective.
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
3-21
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EAU15591
The condition of a vehicle is the owners responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short
time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
EWA11150
4
WARNING
If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the vehicle.
4-1
EAU15601
Pre-operation check list

ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Check fuel level in fuel tank.

Fuel Refuel if necessary. 3-12
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-11
Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-14
Check cooling system for leakage. 4
Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
Front brake Check brake pads for wear. 6-27, 6-28
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake Replace if necessary. 6-26, 6-27, 6-28
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Clutch 6-25
Check lever free play.
4-2
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Make sure that operation is smooth.

Check cable free play.
Throttle grip 6-21, 6-32
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.
Control cables 6-31
Lubricate if necessary.
Check chain slack.
Drive chain 6-29, 6-31
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.
4 Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Wheels and tires 6-22, 6-24
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
Brake and shift pedals 6-32
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
Brake and clutch levers 6-33
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Sidestand 6-33
Lubricate pivot if necessary.
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Chassis fasteners
Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights, signals Check operation.

and switches Correct if necessary.
Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
Sidestand switch 3-19
If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
Check that the screen is not clogged.
Air intake duct 6-21
Clean if necessary.
4-3
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

EAU15950 EAU16251
Coolant temperature warning
Starting the engine light
EWA10270
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off Shift timing indicator light
WARNING system to enable starting, one of the Engine trouble warning light
Become thoroughly familiar following conditions must be met: If a warning or indicator light does
with all operating controls and The transmission is in the neutral not go off, see page 3-2 for the corre-
their functions before riding. position. sponding warning and indicator
Consult a Yamaha dealer re- The transmission is in gear with
light circuit check.
garding any control or function the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
that you do not thoroughly un- estand up. 2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
derstand. EWA10290 tral position.
Never start the engine or oper- WARNING
NOTE:
ate it in a closed area for any Before starting the engine, When the transmission is in the neutral
length of time. Exhaust fumes check the function of the igni- 5
position, the neutral indicator light
are poisonous, and inhaling tion circuit cut-off system ac- should be on, otherwise have a
them can cause loss of con- cording to the procedure Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
sciousness and death within a described on page 3-20. cuit.
short time. Always make sure Never ride with the sidestand
that there is adequate ventila- down. 3. Start the engine by pushing the
tion. start switch.
1. Turn the key to ON and make
Before starting out, make sure NOTE:
sure that the engine stop switch is
that the sidestand is up. If the If the engine fails to start, release the
set to .
sidestand is not raised com- ECA11830 start switch, wait a few seconds, and
pletely, it could contact the CAUTION: then try again. Each starting attempt
ground and distract the opera- should be as short as possible to pre-
The following warning lights and in-
tor, resulting in a possible loss serve the battery. Do not crank the en-
dicator light should come on for a
of control. gine more than 10 seconds on any one
few seconds, then go off.
Oil level warning light attempt.
Fuel level warning light
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ECA11130 EAU16671 ECA10260
CAUTION: Shifting CAUTION:

For maximum engine life, always Even with the transmission in
warm the engine up before starting the neutral position, do not
off. Never accelerate hard when the coast for long periods of time
engine is cold! with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
NOTE: tances. The transmission is
The engine is warm when it quickly re- properly lubricated only when
sponds to the throttle. the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
1. Shift pedal the transmission.
2. Neutral position Always use the clutch while
5
Shifting gears lets you control the changing gears to avoid damag-
amount of engine power available for ing the engine, transmission,
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, and drive train, which are not
etc. designed to withstand the
The gear positions are shown in the il- shock of forced shifting.
lustration.
EAU16680
NOTE: To start out and accelerate
To shift the transmission into the neu- 1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage
tral position, press the shift pedal down the clutch.
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its 2. Shift the transmission into first
travel, and then slightly raise it. gear. The neutral indicator light
should go out.
3. Open the throttle gradually, and at
the same time, release the clutch
lever slowly.
5-2

4. At the recommended shift points 3. Shift the transmission into the neu- EAU16841
shown in the following table, close tral position when the motorcycle Engine break-in
the throttle, and at the same time, is almost completely stopped. The There is never a more important period
quickly pull the clutch lever in. neutral indicator light should come in the life of your engine than the period
5. Shift the transmission into second on. between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
gear. (Make sure not to shift the this reason, you should read the follow-
transmission into the neutral posi- EAU16740 ing material carefully.
Recommended shift points Since the engine is brand new, do not
tion.)
The recommended shift points during put an excessive load on it for the first
6. Open the throttle part way and
acceleration and deceleration are 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
gradually release the clutch lever.
shown in the table below. the engine wear and polish themselves
7. Follow the same procedure when
shifting to the next higher gear. to the correct operating clearances.
Shift up points: During this period, prolonged full-throt-
NOTE: 1st 2nd: 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h) 5
2nd 3rd: 30 km/h (18.8 mi/h) tle operation or any condition that might
Always shift gears at the recommended 3rd 4th: 40 km/h (25 mi/h) result in engine overheating must be
shift points. 4th 5th: 50 km/h (31.3 mi/h) avoided.
5th 6th: 60 km/h (37.5 mi/h)
Shift down points: EAU17091
EAU16700
To decelerate 6th 5th: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
5th 4th: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h) 01000 km (0600 mi)
1. Apply both the front and the rear 4th 3rd: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
brakes to slow the motorcycle. Avoid prolonged operation above 7000
3rd 2nd: 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h)
2. Shift the transmission into first 2nd 1st: r/min.
gear when the motorcycle reaches 10001600 km (6001000 mi)
25 km/h (15.5 mi/h). If the engine is Avoid prolonged operation above 9000
about to stall or runs very roughly, r/min.
pull the clutch lever in and use the
brakes to stop the motorcycle.
5-3

ECA10301 EAU17211
CAUTION: Parking
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, When parking, stop the engine, and
the engine oil must be changed and then remove the key from the main
the oil filter cartridge or element re- switch.
EWA10310
placed. WARNING
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond Since the engine and exhaust
The vehicle can now be operated nor- system can become very hot,
mally. park in a place where pedestri-
ECA10310
ans or children are not likely to
CAUTION:
touch them.
Keep the engine speed out of Do not park on a slope or on soft
5 the tachometer red zone. ground, otherwise the vehicle
If any engine trouble should oc- may overturn.
cur during the engine break-in ECA10380
period, immediately have a CAUTION:
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle. Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials.
5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

EAU17231 EAU17300 EAU17480
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Owners tool kit

Safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe- PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri- OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE IS IMPOR-
cation will keep your vehicle in the TANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG,
safest and most efficient condition pos- PLEASURABLE SERVICE. ESPE-
sible. The most important points of CIALLY IMPORTANT ARE THE MAIN-
motorcycle inspection, adjustment, and TENANCE SERVICES RELATED TO
lubrication are explained on the follow- EMISSIONS CONTROL. THESE
ing pages. CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION
Maintenance, replacement, or repair TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT
of the emission control devices and ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN- 1. Owners tool kit
systems may be performed by any GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM
repair establishment or individual PERFORMANCE. IN THE FOLLOW- The owners tool kit is located inside the
that is certified (if applicable). ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE storage compartment under the pas-
EWA10320
CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED senger seat. (See page 3-14.) 6
WARNING TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE The service information included in this
If you are not familiar with mainte- GROUPED SEPARATELY. THESE manual and the tools provided in the
nance work, have a Yamaha dealer SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED owners tool kit are intended to assist
do it for you. DATA, KNOWLEDGE, AND EQUIP- you in the performance of preventive
MENT. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE maintenance and minor repairs. How-
TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PER- ever, additional tools such as a torque
FORM THESE PARTICULAR SER- wrench may be necessary to perform
VICES. certain maintenance work correctly.
NOTE:
If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
6-1

EWA10340
WARNING
Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance, excessive emissions, and
render the vehicle unsafe for use.
Consult a Yamaha dealer before at-
tempting any changes.
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EAU17600
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS
600 mi 4000 mi 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi
No. ITEM ROUTINE (1000 km) (7000 km) (13000 km) (19000 km) (25000 km) (31000 km)
or or or or or or
1 month 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months
Check fuel hoses for cracks or

1 * Fuel line damage.
Check condition.
Adjust gap and clean.
2 * Spark plugs Replace. Replace.
Replace every 8000 mi (13000
km) or 12 months.
Check and adjust valve clearance
3 * Valve clearance Every 26600 mi (42000 km)
when engine is cold.
Crankcase breather
Check breather hose for cracks or 6
4 * damage.
system
Electronic fuel in- Check and adjust engine idle
5 *
jection speed and synchronization.
Check for leakage.
6 * Exhaust system Tighten if necessary.
Replace gasket(s) if necessary.
Evaporative emis- Check control system for dam-
7 * sion control system age.
(For California only) Replace if necessary.
Check the air cut-off valve, reed
Air induction sys-
8 * valve, and hose for damage.
tem
Replace any damaged parts.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
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EAU32181
General maintenance and lubrication chart

600 mi 4000 mi 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi
or or or or or or
Check condition and damage.

1 * Air filter element
Check operation.
2 * Clutch
Adjust or replace cable.
Check operation, fluid level, and
3 * Front brake for fluid leakage.
Replace brake pads if necessary.
Check operation, fluid level, and
4 * Rear brake for fluid leakage.
6 Replace brake pads if necessary.
Check for cracks or damage.
5 * Brake hoses
Replace. Every 4 years
Check runout and for damage.
6 * Wheels
Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
7 * Tires Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Check bearings for smooth oper-
8 * Wheel bearings ation.
6-4

600 mi 4000 mi 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi
or or or or or or
Check bearing assemblies for

Swingarm pivot looseness.
9 * Repack.
bearings Moderately repack with lithium-
soap-based grease.
Check chain slack/alignment and
condition.
10 Drive chain Adjust and lubricate chain with a Every 500 mi (800 km) or after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.
Check bearing assembly for
looseness.
11 * Steering bearings Moderately repack with lithium- Repack.
soap-based grease every 16000 6
mi (25000 km) or 24 months.
Check all chassis fitting and fas-
12 * Chassis fasteners teners.
Brake and clutch le- Apply lithium-soap-based grease
13
ver pivot shafts (all-purpose grease) lightly.
Brake and shift ped- Apply lithium-soap-based grease
14
al pivot shafts (all-purpose grease) lightly.
Check operation.
15 Sidestand pivot Apply lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease) lightly.
Check operation and replace if
16 * Sidestand switch
necessary.
6-5

600 mi 4000 mi 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi
or or or or or or
Check operation and for oil leak-

17 * Front fork age.
Check operation and for oil leak-
Shock absorber as-
18 * age.
sembly
Rear suspension Check operation.
19 *
link pivots Correct if necessary.
Change (warm engine before
20 Engine oil
draining).
Engine oil filter car-
6 21 * Replace.
tridge
Check hoses for cracks or dam-
age.
22 * Cooling system Replace if necessary.
Change with ethylene glycol anti-
Change.
freeze coolant every 24 months.
Apply Yamaha chain and cable
23 * Control cables lube or engine oil SAE 10W-30
thoroughly.
Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play
Throttle grip hous-
24 * if necessary.
ing and cable
Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
6-6

NOTE:
From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months.
EAU17630
NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid
levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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EAU18711
Removing and installing

cowlings and panels
The cowlings and panels shown need
to be removed to perform some of the
maintenance jobs described in this
chapter. Refer to this section each time
a cowling or panel needs to be re-
moved and installed.
1. Cowling B 1. Bolt
2. Panel B
EAU19010
Cowlings A and B
6 To remove one of the cowlings

Remove the bolts, slide the cowling for-
ward (for A) or backward (for B), and
1. Cowling A
then pull it off as shown.
2. Panel A
1. Bolt
2. Cowling A
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1. Bolt 1. Slot 1. Tab

2. Cowling B 2. Projection
EAU19460
2. Place the cowling in the original Panels A and B
position, and then install the bolts.
NOTE: To remove one of the panels
Remove the bolts, slide the panel for- 6
Make sure that the tabs at the front of
ward, and then take it off.
each cowling fit side by side as shown
and that all slots and projections fit to-
gether.
1. Cowling A
2. Cowling B
To install the cowling

1. Fit the slots and projections at the
rear bottom of each cowling to- 1. Bolt
gether, and then slide the cowling
into place.
6-9

To install the panel EAU19651
Before installing a spark plug, the spark
1. Fit the tabs on the panel into the Checking the spark plugs plug gap should be measured with a
slots and slide it backward. The spark plugs are important engine wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
components, which should be checked adjusted to specification.
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
1. Tab
ter electrode of each spark plug should
2. Slot 1. Spark plug gap
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
6 2. Install the bolts. when the vehicle is ridden normally),
Spark plug gap:
and all spark plugs installed in the en- 0.60.7 mm (0.0240.028 in)
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different Clean the surface of the spark plug
color, the engine could be defective. Do gasket and its mating surface, and then
not attempt to diagnose such problems wipe off any grime from the spark plug
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal- threads.
er check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode Tightening torque:
erosion and excessive carbon or other Spark plug:
deposits, it should be replaced. 12.5 Nm (1.25 mkgf, 9.0 ftlbf)
Specified spark plug:

NGK/CR9EK,CR10EK
6-10

EAU19680 EAU19930
NOTE: Canister (for California only) Engine oil and oil filter
If a torque wrench is not available when cartridge
installing a spark plug, a good estimate The engine oil level should be checked
of the correct torque is 1/41/2 turn before each ride. In addition, the oil
past finger tight. However, the spark must be changed and the oil filter car-
plug should be tightened to the speci- tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied torque as soon as possible. fied in the periodic maintenance and
ECA10840 lubrication chart.
CAUTION:
Do not use any tools to remove or in- To check the engine oil level
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
the ignition coil coupler may get face and hold it in an upright posi-
damaged. The spark plug cap may tion.
be difficult to remove because the NOTE:
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits 6
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
tightly. To remove the spark plug This model is equipped with a canister straight up when checking the oil level.
cap, simply twist it back and forth to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor A slight tilt to the side can result in a
while pulling it out; to install it, twist into the atmosphere. Before operating false reading.
it back and forth while pushing it in. this vehicle, make sure to check the fol-
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
lowing:
several minutes, and then turn it
Check each hose connection.
off.
Check each hose and canister for
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
cracks or damage. Replace if dam-
tles.
aged.
Make sure that the canister breath-
er is not blocked, and if necessary,
clean it.
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4. Remove the engine oil dipstick and
NOTE:
wipe it clean, insert it back into the
The engine oil should be between the
hole (without screwing it in), and
minimum and maximum level marks.
then remove it again to check the
oil level. 5. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
oil filler cap, and then add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
6. Insert and tighten the engine oil 1. Engine oil drain bolt
dipstick, and then install and tight-
en the oil filler cap.
To change the engine oil (with or

1. Dipstick without oil filter cartridge replace-
6 ment)
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark 1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil. 1. Coolant reservoir cover
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap 2. Bolt
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase. NOTE:
Skip steps 410 if the oil filter cartridge
is not being replaced.
1. Engine oil filler cap

4. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
er by removing the bolts.
6-12

5. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-8.)
6. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
1. O-ring 1. Torque wrench
NOTE: Tightening torque:

Make sure that the O-ring is properly Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 mkgf, 12 ftlbf)
1. Oil filter wrench seated.
2. Engine oil filter cartridge
8. Install the new oil filter cartridge 9. Install the cowling. 6
with an oil filter wrench, and then 10. Install the coolant reservoir cover
NOTE:
tighten it to the specified torque by installing the bolts.
An oil filter wrench is available at a 11. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
Yamaha dealer. with a torque wrench.
then tighten it to the specified
7. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to torque.
the O-ring of the new oil filter car- NOTE:
tridge. Check the washer for damage and re-
place it if necessary.
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
6-13

12. Add the specified amount of the 13. Start the engine, and then let it idle EAU20070
recommended engine oil, and then for several minutes while checking Coolant
install and tighten the oil filler cap. it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im- The coolant level should be checked
mediately turn the engine off and before each ride. In addition, the cool-
Recommended engine oil: check for the cause. ant must be changed at the intervals
See page 8-1. specified in the periodic maintenance
Oil quantity: NOTE: and lubrication chart.
Without oil filter cartridge replace- After the engine is started, the engine
ment: oil level warning light should go off if the EAU20111
2.40 L (2.54 US qt) (2.11 Imp.qt) To check the coolant level
With oil filter cartridge replacement: oil level is sufficient.
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt) ECA10400
face and hold it in an upright posi-
CAUTION: tion.
ECA11620
CAUTION: If the oil level warning light flickers

NOTE:
or remains on, immediately turn the
In order to prevent clutch slip- The coolant level must be checked
engine off and have a Yamaha dealer
6 page (since the engine oil also on a cold engine since the level
check the vehicle.
lubricates the clutch), do not varies with engine temperature.
mix any chemical additives. Do 14. Turn the engine off, and then Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
not use oils with a diesel speci- check the oil level and correct it if tioned straight up when checking
fication of CD or oils of a high- necessary. the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
er quality than specified. In side can result in a false reading.
addition, do not use oils labeled
ENERGY CONSERVING II or 2. Check the coolant level in the cool-
higher. ant reservoir.
Make sure that no foreign mate- NOTE:
rial enters the crankcase. The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
6-14

If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be reduced.
EWA10380
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radiator
1. Maximum level mark 1. Coolant reservoir cap cap when the engine is hot.
2. Minimum level mark
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the 4. Install the reservoir cap, and then
3. If the coolant is at or below the maximum level mark): install the coolant reservoir cover
minimum level mark, remove the 0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt) by installing the bolts.
coolant reservoir cover by remov-
ing the bolts, remove the reservoir ECA10470 NOTE: 6
cap, and then add coolant to the CAUTION: The radiator fan is automatically
maximum level mark. If coolant is not available, use switched on or off according to the
distilled water or soft tap water coolant temperature in the radia-
instead. Do not use hard water tor.
or salt water since it is harmful If the engine overheats, see page
to the engine. 6-45 for further instructions.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool- EAU20342
ant as soon as possible, other- To change the coolant

wise the engine may not be 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
sufficiently cooled and the cool- face and let the engine cool if nec-
ing system will not be protected essary.
1. Coolant reservoir cover
2. Bolt against frost and corrosion.
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2. Remove panel A and cowling A. 8. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
(See page 6-8.) er by removing the bolts.
3. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.
4. Loosen the clamp screw, and then
disconnect the air intake duct.
1. Radiator cap
6. Remove the coolant drain bolt to

1. Coolant reservoir cover
drain the cooling system. 2. Bolt
7. Loosen the clamp screw, and then
disconnect the radiator hose to 9. Remove cowling B. (See page
6 drain the radiator. 6-8.)
1. Clamp screw
10. Pull the fuel hoses upward to re-
2. Air intake duct
move them from the guide.
5. Remove the radiator cap.
EWA10380
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
1. Coolant drain bolt

2. Clamp screw
6-16

Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftlbf)
17. Pour the recommended coolant

into the reservoir to the maximum
level mark, and then install the
coolant reservoir cap.
18. Install the coolant reservoir cover
by installing the bolts.
1. Fuel tank breather hose (except for 1. Coolant reservoir cap
California) 2. Coolant reservoir
19. Insert the fuel hoses into the guide
2. Fuel tank overflow hose 3. Bolt and place them in their original po-
sition.
11. Remove the coolant reservoir by 13. After the coolant is completely
removing the bolts. drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
12. Remove the coolant reservoir cap, ing system with clean tap water. 6
and then turn the coolant reservoir 14. Install the coolant reservoir by in-
upside down to empty it. stalling the bolts.
15. Connect the radiator hose, and
then tighten the clamp screw.
16. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
1. Fuel tank breather hose (except for
NOTE: California)
2. Fuel tank overflow hose
Check the washer for damage and re-
place it if necessary. 20. Install cowling B.
21. Pour the recommended coolant
into the radiator until it is full.
6-17

Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: the coolant as soon as possible, EAU21161
otherwise the effectiveness of Checking the air filter element

1:1
Recommended antifreeze: the coolant will be reduced. The air filter element should be
High-quality ethylene glycol anti- checked at the intervals specified in the
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors 22. Install the radiator cap, start the periodic maintenance and lubrication
for aluminum engines engine, let it idle for several min- chart. Check the air filter element more
Coolant quantity: utes, and then turn it off. frequently if you are riding in unusually
Radiator capacity (including all 23. Remove the radiator cap to check
routes): wet or dusty areas.
the coolant level in the radiator. If 1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
2.15 L (2.27 US qt) (1.89 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the necessary, add sufficient coolant 3-14.)
maximum level mark): until it reaches the top of the radia- 2. Remove the fuel tank bolts and
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt) tor, and then install the radiator slightly lift the fuel tank.
cap.
ECA10470
24. Start the engine, and then check
CAUTION:
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
If coolant is not available, use coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
6
distilled water or soft tap water dealer check the cooling system.
instead. Do not use hard water 25. Connect the air intake duct, and
or salt water since it is harmful then tighten the clamp screw.
to the engine. 26. Install the panel and the cowling.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other- 1. Bolt
wise the engine may not be 3. Disconnect the fuel tank breather
sufficiently cooled and the cool- hose and fuel tank overflow hose
ing system will not be protected from the fuel tank.
against frost and corrosion.
If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
6-18

Do not tilt or pull the fuel tank
NOTE:
too much, otherwise the fuel
Before disconnecting the fuel tank
hoses may come loose, which
breather hose and fuel tank overflow
could cause fuel leakage.
hose, mark them to ensure that they will
be reinstalled in their correct positions.
1. Air filter element
7. Check the condition of the air filter

element and replace it if it is dam-
aged or excessively dusty.
5. Remove the air filter case cover by 8. Insert the element into the air filter
case. 6
1. Fuel tank breather hose (except for removing the screws. ECA10480
California)
CAUTION:
Make sure that the air filter ele-
4. Tilt the front of the fuel tank back to ment is properly seated in the
position the tank away from the air air filter case.
filter case, and then support the The engine should never be op-
tank as shown. erated without the air filter ele-
EWA10410
ment installed, otherwise the
WARNING
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
Make sure that the fuel tank is become excessively worn.
well supported. 1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover 9. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
6. Pull the air filter element out.
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10. Connect the fuel tank breather Be sure to place the fuel tank
hose and fuel tank overflow hose breather hose and the fuel tank
to the fuel tank. overflow hose in the original po-
sition.
12. Install the rider seat.
1. Fuel tank breather hose (except for

California)
1. Fuel tank breather hose (except for EWA11360
California) WARNING
6 Before placing the fuel tank in
11. Place the fuel tank in the original the original position, make sure
position, and then install the bolts. that the fuel hoses are not dam-
aged. If any fuel hose is dam-
aged, do not start the engine but
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the hose, otherwise fuel may
leak.
Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and not pinched.
6-20

EAU21210 EAU21380 EAU21400
Air intake duct Adjusting the throttle cable Adjusting the valve clearance
free play The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Air intake duct

1. Throttle cable free play
Check that the screen of the intake duct
is not blocked. Clean the screen if nec- The throttle cable free play should mea-
essary. sure 6.08.0 mm (0.240.31 in) at the 6
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
6-21

EAU21750
Tire air pressure (measured on cold est items close to the center of the
Tires vehicle, and distribute the weight
tires):
To maximize the performance, durabil- 090 kg (0198 lb): evenly from side to side. Properly
ity, and safe operation of your motor- Front: adjust the suspension for your load,
cycle, note the following points 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) and check the condition and pres-
regarding the specified tires. Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) sure of your tires. NEVER OVER-
90192 kg (198423 lb) (CAL) LOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Make sure
Tire air pressure 90193 kg (198425 lb) (U49): that the total weight of the cargo, rid-
The tire air pressure should be checked Front: er, passenger, and accessories
and, if necessary, adjusted before each 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) (cowling, saddlebags, etc. if ap-
ride. Rear:
EWA10500 290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm) proved for this model) does not ex-
High-speed riding: ceed the maximum load of the
WARNING
Front: vehicle. Operation of an overloaded
The tire air pressure must be 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) vehicle could cause tire damage, an
checked and adjusted on cold Rear: accident, or even injury.
6 tires (i.e., when the temperature 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm)
of the tires equals the ambient Maximum load*:
192 kg (423 lb) (CAL)
temperature). 193 kg (425 lb) (U49)
The tire air pressure must be ad- * Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
justed in accordance with the go and accessories
riding speed and with the total
EWA10510
weight of rider, passenger, car-
WARNING
go, and accessories approved
for this model. Proper loading of your vehicle is im-
portant for several characteristics of
your vehicle, such as handling,
braking, performance and safety. Do
not carry loosely packed items that
can shift. Securely pack your heavi-
6-22

Tire inspection EWA10580
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
WARNING wheels and tubeless tires with valves.
It is dangerous to ride with a EWA10480
worn-out tire. When a tire tread WARNING

begins to show crosswise lines, The front and rear tires should
have a Yamaha dealer replace be of the same make and de-
the tire immediately. sign, otherwise the handling
The replacement of all wheel- characteristics of the motor-
and brake-related parts, includ- cycle cannot be guaranteed.
ing the tires, should be left to a After extensive tests, only the
1. Tire sidewall Yamaha dealer, who has the tires listed below have been ap-
2. Tire wear indicator necessary professional knowl- proved for this model by
3. Tire tread depth edge and experience. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Always make sure that the valve
Always check the tires before operating caps are securely installed to
the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows Tire information 6
prevent air pressure leakage.
crosswise lines (minimum tread depth), Use only the tire valves and
if the tire has a nail or glass fragments valve cores listed below to
in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con- avoid tire deflation during a
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and high-speed ride.
have the tire replaced.
Minimum tire tread depth (front and

rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
1. Tire air valve

2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal
6-23

Front tire: broken in. Therefore, it is ad- EAU21960
visable before doing any high- Cast wheels

Size:
120/60 ZR17M/C (55W) speed riding to ride conserva- To maximize the performance, durabil-
Manufacturer/model: tively for approximately 100 km ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
MICHELIN/Pilot SPORT N (60 mi) after installing a new tire. note the following points regarding the
DUNLOP/D208F J specified wheels.
The tires must be warmed up
Rear tire: The wheel rims should be checked
Size: before a high-speed run.
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) Always adjust the tire air pres- for cracks, bends or warpage be-
Manufacturer/model: sure according to the operating fore each ride. If any damage is
MICHELIN/Pilot SPORT B conditions. found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
DUNLOP/D208 AJ place the wheel. Do not attempt
FRONT and REAR: even the smallest repair to the
Tire air valve:
TR412 wheel. A deformed or cracked
Valve core: wheel must be replaced.
#9000A (original) The wheel should be balanced
6 whenever either the tire or wheel
EWA10600
has been changed or replaced. An
WARNING unbalanced wheel can result in
This motorcycle is fitted with super- poor performance, adverse han-
high-speed tires. Note the following dling characteristics, and a short-
points in order to make the most ef- ened tire life.
ficient use of these tires. Ride at moderate speeds after
Use only the specified replace- changing a tire since the tire sur-
ment tires. Other tires may run face must first be broken in for it
the danger of bursting at super to develop its optimal characteris-
high speeds. tics.
Brand-new tires can have a rela-
tively poor grip on certain road
surfaces until they have been
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EAU22010
any consequences caused by the EAU22060
Accessories and replacement use of items which have not been Adjusting the clutch lever free
parts approved by Yamaha. play
EWA10620
WARNING
This motorcycle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to a
sidecar. The accessories or replace-
ment parts you choose for your
motorcycle should be designed spe-
cifically for this model, and they
must be securely mounted to main-
tain the inherent stability of the orig- 1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
inal design. Genuine Yamaha Parts 2. Clutch lever free play
and Accessories are designed and
tested to be compatible with your The clutch lever free play should mea- 6
motorcycle. Please consider Genu- sure 10.015.0 mm (0.390.59 in) as
ine Yamaha Parts and Accessories shown. Periodically check the clutch le-
before making a purchase. Use of ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
non-Yamaha-approved accessories as follows.
or replacement parts may cause To increase the clutch lever free play,
loss of handling stability and riding turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever
safety. Since Yamaha cannot control in direction (a). To decrease the clutch
the quality of accessories or parts lever free play, turn the adjusting bolt in
manufactured by other companies, direction (b).
Yamaha cannot be held liable for
6-25

5. Tighten the locknut. EAU22251
NOTE: Adjusting the brake pedal
6. Install the cowling.
If the specified clutch lever free play position
cannot be obtained as described
above, proceed as follows.
1. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction (a) to loos-
en the clutch cable.
2. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-8.)
3. Loosen the locknut at the crank-
case.
4. To increase the clutch lever free 1. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
play, turn the adjusting nut in direc- bracket
tion (a). To decrease the clutch le- The top of the brake pedal should be
6 ver free play, turn the adjusting nut positioned approximately 11.0 mm
in direction (b). (0.43 in) below the bottom of the foot-
rest bracket as shown. Periodically
check the brake pedal position and, if
necessary, have a Yamaha dealer ad-
just it.
EWA10690
WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
pedal can indicate the presence of
air in the hydraulic system. If there is
1. Locknut air in the hydraulic system, have a
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
(crankcase)
6-26

fore operating the motorcycle. Air in EAU22270 EAU22390
the hydraulic system will diminish Adjusting the rear brake light Checking the front and rear
the braking performance, which may switch brake pads
result in loss of control and an acci- The front and rear brake pads must be
dent. checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
EAU22410
Front brake pads
1. Rear brake light switch

2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
The rear brake light switch, which is ac- 6

tivated by the brake pedal, is properly
adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect. If
necessary, adjust the brake light switch 1. Brake pad wear indicator
as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the Each front brake pad is provided with a
rear brake light switch in place. To wear indicator, which allows you to
make the brake light come on earlier, check the brake pad wear without hav-
turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). To ing to disassemble the brake. To check
make the brake light come on later, turn the brake pad wear, check the position
the adjusting nut in direction (b). of the wear indicator while applying the
brake. If a brake pad has worn to the
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point that the wear indicator almost EAU22580
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha Checking the brake fluid level is above the minimum level mark and
dealer replace the brake pads as a set. Front brake replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
EAU22500
and/or brake system leakage. If the
Rear brake pads
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
1. Minimum level mark Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
Rear brake seals may deteriorate, causing
6 1. Lining thickness leakage and poor braking perfor-
Check each rear brake pad for damage mance.
and measure the lining thickness. If a
Recommended brake fluid:
brake pad is damaged or if the lining DOT 4
thickness is less than 1.0 mm (0.04 in),
have a Yamaha dealer replace the Refill with the same type of brake
brake pads as a set. fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
1. Minimum level mark lead to poor braking performance.
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to

enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.
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Be careful that water does not en- EAU22730 EAU22760
ter the brake fluid reservoir when Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack
refilling. Water will significantly Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be
lower the boiling point of the fluid brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted
and may result in vapor lock. the NOTE after the periodic mainte- if necessary.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint- nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al- have the oil seals of the master cylin- EAU22770
To check the drive chain slack
ways clean up spilled fluid ders and calipers as well as the brake
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
immediately. hoses replaced at the intervals listed
surface and hold it in an upright po-
As the brake pads wear, it is nor- below or whenever they are damaged
sition.
mal for the brake fluid level to grad- or leaking.
ually go down. However, if the Oil seals: Replace every two NOTE:
brake fluid level goes down sud- years. When checking and adjusting the drive
denly, have a Yamaha dealer Brake hoses: Replace every four chain slack, the motorcycle should be
check the cause. years. positioned straight up and there should
be no weight on it. 6
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
3. Move the rear wheel by pushing
the motorcycle to locate the tight-
est portion of the drive chain, and
then measure the drive chain slack
as shown.
Drive chain slack:

35.045.0 mm (1.381.77 in)
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3. Tighten the locknuts, and then
NOTE:
tighten the axle nut to the specified
Using the alignment marks on each
torque.
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both chain pullers are in the same posi- Tightening torque:
tion for proper wheel alignment. Axle nut:
110 Nm (11.0 mkgf, 80 ftlbf)
1. Drive chain slack
4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,

adjust it as follows.
EAU22940
To adjust the drive chain slack
6
1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- 1. Axle nut
nut on each side of the swingarm. 2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the 3. Locknut
adjusting bolt on each side of the 4. Alignment marks
swingarm in direction (a). To loos- ECA10570
en the drive chain, turn the adjust- CAUTION:

ing bolt on each side of the Improper drive chain slack will over-
swingarm in direction (b), and then load the engine as well as other vital
push the rear wheel forward. parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. To
prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within the
specified limits.
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EAU23020 ECA11110 EAU23090
Lubricating the drive chain CAUTION: Checking and lubricating the

The drive chain must be cleaned and Do not use engine oil or any other lu- cables
lubricated at the intervals specified in bricants for the drive chain, as they The operation of all control cables and
the periodic maintenance and lubrica- may contain substances that could the condition of the cables should be
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear damage the O-rings. checked before each ride, and the ca-
out, especially when riding in dusty or bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
wet areas. Service the drive chain as ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
follows. or does not move smoothly, have a
ECA10580
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
CAUTION:
The drive chain must be lubricated Recommended lubricant:
after washing the motorcycle or Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
riding in the rain. engine oil SAE 10W-30 (API SE)
1. Clean the drive chain with kero- EWA10710
sene and a small soft brush. WARNING 6

ECA11120
Damage to the outer housing of ca-
CAUTION: bles may result in internal rusting
To prevent damaging the O-rings, do and cause interference with cable
not clean the drive chain with steam movement. Replace damaged ca-
cleaners, high-pressure washers or bles as soon as possible to prevent
inappropriate solvents. unsafe conditions.
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
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EAU23110 EAU23131
Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
throttle grip and cable brake and shift pedals pose grease)
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated or
replaced at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.
The operation of the brake and shift

pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
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EAU23140 EAU23200
Checking and lubricating the Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers pose grease) sidestand
Brake lever
The operation of the sidestand should

Clutch lever be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal 6
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
EWA10730
WARNING
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it.
The operation of the brake and clutch Recommended lubricant:

levers should be checked before each pose grease)
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
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EAU23271 EAU23280
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
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
To check the condition chart.
EWA10750
1. Place a stand under the engine to
WARNING raise the front wheel off the
Securely support the vehicle so that ECA10590 ground.
there is no danger of it falling over. CAUTION: EWA10750
If any damage is found or the front WARNING

Check the inner tubes for scratches,
fork does not operate smoothly, Securely support the vehicle so that
damage and excessive oil leakage.
have a Yamaha dealer check or re- there is no danger of it falling over.
6 To check the operation pair it. 2. Hold the lower ends of the front
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- fork legs and try to move them for-
face and hold it in an upright posi- ward and backward. If any free
tion. play can be felt, have a Yamaha
2. While applying the front brake, dealer check or repair the steering.
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
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EAU23290 EAU23440
Checking the wheel bearings Battery

The front and rear wheel bearings must This model is equipped with a sealed-
be checked at the intervals specified in type (MF) battery, which does not re-
the periodic maintenance and lubrica- quire any maintenance. There is no
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel need to check the electrolyte or to add
hub or if the wheel does not turn distilled water.
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings. To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
EWA10760
6
WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
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INTERNAL: Drink large quan- 4. After installation, make sure that EAU27031
tities of water or milk and im- the battery leads are properly con- Replacing the fuses
mediately call a physician. nected to the battery terminals. The main fuse is located under the rider
EYES: Flush with water for 15 ECA10630 seat. (See page 3-14.)
minutes and seek prompt CAUTION:
medical attention. Always keep the battery
Batteries produce explosive hy- charged. Storing a discharged
drogen gas. Therefore, keep battery can cause permanent
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., battery damage.
away from the battery and pro- To charge a sealed-type (MF)
vide sufficient ventilation when battery, a special (constant-volt-
charging it in an enclosed age) battery charger is required.
space. Using a conventional battery
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER- charger will damage the battery. 1. Spare main fuse
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF If you do not have access to a 2. Main fuse
6 CHILDREN. sealed-type (MF) battery charg- The fuse box, which contains the fuses
er, have a Yamaha dealer for the individual circuits, is located un-
To store the battery charge your battery. der panel B. (See page 6-8.)
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
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EAU23940
Specified fuses: Replacing a headlight bulb
Main fuse:
40.0 A This model is equipped with quartz bulb
Headlight fuse: headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
20.0 A out, replace it as follows.
Signaling system fuse: 1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
15.0 A left headlight bulb) or panel A (if re-
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A placing the right headlight bulb).
Ignition fuse: (See page 6-8.)
15.0 A 2. Remove the headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight fuse Electronic fuel injection fuse: by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Radiator fan fuse 15.0 A
3. Ignition fuse Backup fuse:
4. Signaling system fuse 10.0 A
5. Backup fuse (for odometer and clock)
ECA10640
6. Electronic fuel injection fuse
7. Spare fuse CAUTION: 6
Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
age rating than recommended to
1. Turn the key to OFF and turn off
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical circuit in question.
the electrical system and possibly a
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
fire. 1. Headlight bulb cover
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. 3. Turn the key to ON and turn on 3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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EWA10790
Headlight lens
WARNING Do not affix any type of tinted
Headlight bulbs get very hot. There- film or stickers to the headlight
fore, keep flammable products away lens.
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not Do not use a headlight bulb of a
touch the bulb until it has cooled wattage higher than specified.
down.
5. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
1. Headlight coupler bulb holder.
ECA10650
4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, CAUTION:
and then remove the defective
bulb. Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:
6 Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar- 6. Connect the headlight coupler.
ency of the glass, the luminosity 7. Install the headlight bulb cover by
of the bulb, and the bulb life will turning it clockwise.
be adversely affected. Thor- 8. Install the panel.
oughly clean off any dirt and fin- 9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
gerprints on the headlight bulb headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight bulb holder
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
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EAU24180 EAU24201 EAU24310
Tail/brake light Replacing a turn signal light Replacing the license plate
This model is equipped with an LED bulb light bulb
type of tail/brake light. 1. Remove the turn signal light lens 1. Remove the license plate light unit
If the tail/brake light does not come on, by removing the screw. by removing the screws.
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Screw 1. Screw
6
2. Remove the defective bulb by 2. Remove the socket (together with
pushing it in and turning it counter- the bulb) by pulling it out.
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
ECA11190
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break. 1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light unit
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3. Remove the defective bulb by pull- EAU24350
a jack either under each side of the
ing it out. Supporting the motorcycle frame in front of the rear wheel or under
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm.
5. Install the socket (together with the centerstand, follow these precautions
bulb) by pushing it in. when removing the front and rear
6. Install the license plate light unit by wheel or performing other maintenance
installing the screws. requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel

1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
6 by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel

Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
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EAU24360
3. Remove the brake hose holder on
Front wheel each side by removing the bolt.
EAU27040
4. Remove the brake caliper and re-
To remove the front wheel flector on each side by removing
EWA10820 the bolts.
WARNING
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no danger 1. Wheel axle
of it falling over. ECA11050
1. Loosen the axle bolt, the wheel CAUTION:

axle pinch bolts, and then the Do not apply the brake after the
brake caliper bolts. brake calipers have been removed,
1. Brake hose holder
otherwise the brake pads will be 6
2. Reflector
3. Brake caliper forced shut.
4. Axle bolt
5. Bolt EAU25041
To install the front wheel
5. Remove the axle bolt, pull the 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
wheel axle out, and then remove legs.
the wheel. 2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Lower the front wheel so that it is
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt on the ground.
4. Install the brake calipers by install-
2. Lift the front wheel off the ground ing the bolts, and then tightening
according to the procedure on them to the specified torque.
page 6-40.
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Tightening torque: 11. While applying the front brake,
NOTE:
Wheel axle pinch bolt: push down hard on the handlebar
Make sure that there is enough space
18 Nm (1.8 mkgf, 13 ftlbf) several times to check for proper
between the brake pads before install-
fork operation.
ing the brake calipers onto the brake 9. Tap the outer side of the left fork
discs. leg with a rubber mallet to align it
with the end of the wheel axle.
Tightening torque: 10. Tighten wheel axle pinch bolts C
Brake caliper bolt: and D to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
5. Install the reflectors by installing Wheel axle pinch bolt:
the bolts. 18 Nm (1.8 mkgf, 13 ftlbf)
6. Install the brake hose holders by
installing the bolts.
6 7. Secure the wheel axle by installing
the axle bolt, and then tightening
the wheel axle to the specified
torque.
NOTE:
While tightening the wheel axle, hold
the axle bolt to keep it from turning.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt A
Tightening torque: 2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt B
Wheel axle: 3. Front wheel axle pinch bolt C
91 Nm (9.1 mkgf, 66 ftlbf) 4. Front wheel axle pinch bolt D
8. Tighten wheel axle pinch bolts A

and B to the specified torque.
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EAU25080
2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
Rear wheel according to the procedure on
EAU25310
page 6-40.
To remove the rear wheel 3. Remove the axle nut.
EWA10820 4. Loosen the locknut on each side of
WARNING the swingarm.
It is advisable to have a Yamaha 5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust-
dealer service the wheel. ing bolts fully in direction (a).
Securely support the motor- 6. Push the wheel forward, and then
cycle so that there is no danger remove the drive chain from the 1. Wheel axle
of it falling over. rear sprocket.
ECA11070
1. Loosen the axle nut. CAUTION:

Do not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise the 6
brake pads will be forced shut.
EAU25660
To install the rear wheel
1. Install the wheel and the brake cal-
iper bracket by inserting the wheel
NOTE:
1. Axle nut axle from the left-hand side.
The drive chain does not need to be
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
disassembled in order to remove and NOTE:
3. Locknut
4. Brake caliper
install the rear wheel. Be sure to insert the retainer on the
5. Brake caliper bracket brake caliper bracket into the slot
7. While supporting the brake caliper
in the swingarm.
bracket, pull the wheel axle out,
and then remove the wheel.
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Make sure that there is enough EAU25870
space between the brake pads be- Troubleshooting

fore installing the wheel. Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
1. Retainer require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
2. Slot dealer, whose skilled technicians have
6 the necessary tools, experience, and
2. Install the drive chain onto the rear know-how to service the motorcycle
sprocket, and then adjust the drive properly.
chain slack. (See page 6-29.) Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
3. Install the axle nut, and then lower ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
the rear wheel so that it is on the Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
ground. or, have a shorter service life and can
4. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- lead to expensive repair bills.
fied torque.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
110 Nm (11.0 mkgf, 80 ftlbf)
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EAU25911
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance

EWA10840
WARNING
Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
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. Compression
There is compression. Check the ignition.
Operate the electric starter. 6
Have a Yamaha dealer
There is no compression.
check the vehicle.
3. Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the Open the throttle halfway and operate
Wet
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs. the electric starter.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.
The engine does not start.
Dry Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Check the battery.
4. Battery The engine turns over

The battery is good.
quickly. The engine does not start.
Operate the electric starter. Have a Yamaha dealer
The engine turns over Check the battery lead connections, check the vehicle.
slowly. and charge the battery if necessary.
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Engine overheating
EWA10400
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
There is Have a Yamaha dealer check

The coolant level is low. leakage. and repair the cooling system.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
There is
Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Wait until the Check the coolant level in the no leakage.
engine has cooled. reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
6 is OK. Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
NOTE:
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

EAU26030
ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock- cleaning products, solvent or
Care ets, the drive chain and wheel thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
While the open design of a motorcycle axles. Always rinse the dirt and de- movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
reveals the attractiveness of the tech- greaser off with water. id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
nology, it also makes it more vulnera- Do not use high-pressure wash-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning ers or steam-jet cleaners since
even if high-quality components are ECA10770
they cause water seepage and
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- CAUTION: deterioration in the following ar-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts Avoid using strong acidic wheel eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
from the overall appearance of a motor- cleaners, especially on spoked arm bearings, fork and brakes),
cycle. Frequent and proper care does wheels. If such products are electric components (couplers,
not only comply with the terms of the used on hard-to-remove dirt, do connectors, instruments,
warranty, but it will also keep your not leave the cleaner on the af- switches and lights), breather
motorcycle looking good, extend its life fected area any longer than in- hoses and vents.
and optimize its performance. structed. Also, thoroughly rinse For motorcycles equipped with
the area off with water, immedi- a windshield: Do not use strong
Before cleaning ately dry it, and then apply a cor- cleaners or hard sponges as
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a rosion protection spray. they will cause dulling or 7
plastic bag after the engine has Improper cleaning can damage scratching. Some cleaning com-
cooled down. windshields, cowlings, panels pounds for plastic may leave
2. Make sure that all caps and covers and other plastic parts. Use only scratches on the windshield.
as well as all electrical couplers a soft, clean cloth or sponge Test the product on a small hid-
and connectors, including the with mild detergent and water to den part of the windshield to
spark plug caps, are tightly in- clean plastic. make sure that it does not leave
stalled. Do not use any harsh chemical any marks. If the windshield is
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, products on plastic parts. Be scratched, use a quality plastic
like oil burnt onto the crankcase, sure to avoid using cloths or polishing compound after
with a degreasing agent and a sponges which have been in washing.
brush, but never apply such prod- contact with strong or abrasive
7-1

After normal use ECA10790
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild CAUTION: mended to apply a corrosion pro-
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge, Do not use warm water since it in- tection spray on all metal,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean creases the corrosive action of the including chrome- and nickel-plat-
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush salt. ed, surfaces.
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt 5. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
and insects will come off more easily if er to remove any remaining dirt.
a corrosion protection spray on all
the area is covered with a wet cloth for 6. Touch up minor paint damage
metal, including chrome- and nick-
a few minutes before cleaning. Use the caused by stones, etc.
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
special sponge, which is included in the 7. Wax all painted surfaces.
rosion.
plastic bag containing the owners 8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
manual, to clean the muffler and to re- before storing or covering it.
After cleaning
move any discoloration from it. EWA10930
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois WARNING
or an absorbing cloth.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or Make sure that there is no oil or
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
on salt-sprayed roads wax on the brakes or tires. If
and lubricate it to prevent it from
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads necessary, clean the brake
rusting.
7 during winter are extremely corrosive in discs and brake linings with a
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
combination with water, carry out the regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
following steps after each ride in the etone, and wash the tires with
steel parts, including the exhaust
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed warm water and a mild deter-
system. (Even the thermally in-
roads. gent.
duced discoloring of stainless-
Before operating the motor-
NOTE: steel exhaust systems can be re-
cycle test its braking perfor-
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may moved through polishing.)
mance and cornering behavior.
remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
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ECA10800 EAU26180
3. Perform the following steps to pro-
CAUTION: Storage tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
Apply spray oil and wax spar- from corrosion.
ingly and make sure to wipe off Short-term a. Remove the spark plug caps
any excess. Always store your motorcycle in a cool, and spark plugs.
Never apply oil or wax to any dry place and, if necessary, protect it b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
rubber and plastic parts, but against dust with a porous cover. into each spark plug bore.
ECA10810
treat them with a suitable care c. Install the spark plug caps onto
CAUTION:
product. the spark plugs, and then place
Storing the motorcycle in a
Avoid using abrasive polishing the spark plugs on the cylinder
compounds as they will wear poorly ventilated room or cover- head so that the electrodes are
away the paint. ing it with a tarp, while it is still grounded. (This will limit spark-
wet, will allow water and humid- ing during the next step.)
NOTE: ity to seep in and cause rust. d. Turn the engine over several
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on To prevent corrosion, avoid times with the starter. (This will
what products to use. damp cellars, stables (because coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
of the presence of ammonia) e. Remove the spark plug caps
and areas where strong chemi- from the spark plugs, and then 7
cals are stored. install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
EWA10950
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev- WARNING
eral months: To prevent damage or injury from
1. Follow all the instructions in the sparking, make sure to ground the
Care section of this chapter. spark plug electrodes while turning
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel the engine over.
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
7-3

4. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
7 place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place
[less than 0 C (30 F) or more
than 30 C (90 F)]. For more in-
formation on storing the battery,
see page 6-35.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
7-4
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel tank capacity:
Overall length: Type: 17.0 L (4.49 US gal) (3.74 Imp.gal)
2025 mm (79.7 in) YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or SAE20W40 Fuel reserve amount:
Overall width: 3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal)
690 mm (27.2 in) Electronic fuel injection:
Overall height: 0 10 30 50 70 90 110 130F Manufacturer:
1090 mm (42.9 in) NIPPON INJECTOR
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30)
Seat height: or SAE 10W30 Model:
820 mm (32.3 in) INP-250/4
Wheelbase: YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) Spark plug(s):
or SAE 20W40
1380 mm (54.3 in) Manufacturer/model:
Ground clearance: NGK/CR9EK,CR10EK
20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50C
135 mm (5.31 in) Spark plug gap:
Minimum turning radius: 0.60.7 mm (0.0240.028 in)
3400 mm (133.9 in) Clutch:
Weight: Recommended engine oil grade:
Clutch type:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
With oil and fuel: Wet, multiple-disc
Engine oil quantity:
182.0 kg (401 lb) (U49) Transmission:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
183.0 kg (403 lb) (CAL) Primary reduction system:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt) (2.11 Imp.qt)
Engine: Spur gear
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
Engine type: Primary reduction ratio:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC 86/44 (1.955)
Cylinder arrangement:
Cooling system:
Secondary reduction system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder Chain drive 8
maximum level mark):
Displacement: Secondary reduction ratio:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
600.0 cm (36.61 cu.in) 48/16 (3.000)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
Bore stroke: Transmission type:
2.15 L (2.27 US qt) (1.89 Imp.qt)
65.5 44.5 mm (2.58 1.75 in) Constant mesh 6-speed
Compression ratio: Air filter: Operation:
12.40 :1 Air filter element:
Left foot operation
Starting system: Wet element
Gear ratio:
Electric starter Fuel: 1st:
Lubrication system: Recommended fuel: 37/13 (2.846)
Wet sump Premium unleaded gasoline only
8-1
SPECIFICATIONS
2nd: Manufacturer/model: Rear wheel:
37/19 (1.947) DUNLOP/D208 AJ Wheel type:
3rd: Loading: Cast wheel
28/18 (1.556) Maximum load: Rim size:
4th: 192 kg (423 lb) (CAL) 17M/C x MT5.50
32/24 (1.333) 193 kg (425 lb) (U49) Front brake:
5th: (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Type:
25/21 (1.190) accessories) Dual disc brake
6th: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Operation:
26/24 (1.083) tires): Right hand operation
Chassis: Loading condition: Recommended fluid:
Frame type: 090 kg (0198 lb) DOT 4
Diamond Front: Rear brake:
Caster angle: 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) Type:
24.0 Rear: Single disc brake
Trail: 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) Operation:
86.0 mm (3.39 in) Loading condition: Right foot operation
Front tire: 90192 kg (198423 lb) (CAL) Recommended fluid:
Type: 90193 kg (198425 lb) (U49) DOT 4
Tubeless Front: Front suspension:
Size: 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) Type:
120/60 ZR17M/C (55W) Rear: Telescopic fork
Manufacturer/model: 290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm) Spring/shock absorber type:
8 MICHELIN/Pilot SPORT N High-speed riding: Coil spring/oil damper
Manufacturer/model: Front: Wheel travel:
DUNLOP/D208F J 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) 120.0 mm (4.72 in)
Rear tire: Rear: Rear suspension:
Type: 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm) Type:
Tubeless Front wheel: Swingarm (link suspension)
Size: Wheel type: Spring/shock absorber type:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) Cast wheel Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Manufacturer/model: Rim size: Wheel travel:
MICHELIN/Pilot SPORT B 17M/C x MT3.50 120.0 mm (4.72 in)
8-2
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical system: Fuel level warning light:
Ignition system: LED
DC. C.D.I. Coolant temperature indicator light:
Charging system: LED
A.C. magneto Engine trouble warning light:
Battery: LED
Model: Shift timing indicator light:
GT9B-4 LED
Voltage, capacity: Fuses:
12 V, 8.0 Ah Main fuse:
Headlight: 40.0 A
Bulb type: Headlight fuse:
Halogen bulb 20.0 A
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity: Signaling system fuse:
Headlight: 15.0 A
12 V, 55.0 W 2 Ignition fuse:
Tail/brake light: 15.0 A
LED Radiator fan fuse:
Front turn signal/position light: 15.0 A
12 V, 21 W/5.0 W 2 Electronic fuel injection fuse:
Rear turn signal light: 15.0 A
12 V, 21.0 W 2 Backup fuse:
Licence plate light: 10.0 A
12 V, 5.0 W 1 8
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
8-3
CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU26351 EAU26381 EAU26400
Identification numbers Key identification number Vehicle identification number

Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
1. Key identification number 1. Vehicle identification number
The key identification number is The vehicle identification number is

stamped into the key tag. Record this stamped into the steering head pipe.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION number in the space provided and use Record this number in the space pro-
NUMBER: it for reference when ordering a new vided.
key.
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION: cycle with the licensing authority in your
9 area.
9-1
EAU26470
Model label
1. Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame

under the rider seat. (See page 3-14.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
9-2
EAU26550
Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.
area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
9-3
EAU26560
Motorcycle noise regulation

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:
Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other
than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new ve-
hicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of
the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW.
These acts include tampering with the following systems; i.e., modification, removal, etc.
Exhaust system
Muffler
Exhaust pipe
Silencer
Intake system
Air cleaner case
Air cleaner element
Intake duct
9-4
EAU26631
Maintenance record
Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your motorcycle will be required to document that
maintenance has been completed in accordance with the emissions warranty. The chart below is printed only as a reminder
that maintenance work is required. It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work.
Maintenance Date of Servicing dealer
Mileage Remarks
interval service name and address
600 mi
(1000 km) or
1 month
4000 mi
(7000 km) or
6 months
8000 mi
(13000 km) or
12 months
12000 mi
(19000 km) or
18 months
16000 mi
(25000 km) or
24 months
20000 mi
(31000 km) or
30 months
24000 mi
9 (37000 km) or
36 months
28000 mi
(43000 km) or
42 months
32000 mi
(49000 km) or
48 months
9-5
Maintenance Date of Servicing dealer
Mileage Remarks
interval service name and address
36000 mi
(55000 km) or
54 months
40000 mi
(61000 km) or
60 months
9-6
EAU26661
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED

WARRANTY
9-7
9-8
EAU26750
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)

Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty In addition, Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection
expires with genuine Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.). (TRIP) is included at no extra cost. TRIP gives you up to
$150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable
Y.E.S. is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor
expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs
Corporation to provide maximum owner satisfaction. You
covered service: replacement vehicle rental, emergency
get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for extra
towing, phone calls, even food and lodging when you are
peace of mind.
away from home. This superb coverage goes into effect
Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan thats right for when you purchase Y.E.S., so it applies to any warranty
you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months or, on certain repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire
models, even 48 months beyond your warranty period. Y.E.S. plan period.
Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the same Y.E.S. coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha
Yamaha people who handle your warranty and it dealer nationwide.
shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits. There
Y.E.S. coverage is transferable to a new owner if you
are no mileage limitations. Coverage isnt limited to
sell or trade-in. That can make your Yamaha much more
moving parts or the drive train like many other plans.
valuable!
And Y.E.S. covers manufacturing defects just like the
warranty. See the sample contract at your Yamaha This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to
dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted factory- Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still
backed protection can be. within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your
authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts. He can show
You dont have to pay anything for covered repairs.
you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha
Theres no deductible to pay, and repairs arent
Extended Service.
pro-rated. You dont have any out-of-pocket expenses
for covered repairs.
9-9
We urge you to act now. Youll get the excellent benefits of
TRIP coverage right away, and youll rest easy knowing
youll have strong factory-backed protection even after your
Yamaha Limited Warranty expires.
A special note:
If visiting your dealer isnt convenient, contact Yamaha with
your Primary ID number (your frame number). Well be
happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need.
Yamaha Service Marketing
P.O. Box 6555
Cypress, CA 90630
1-(866)-YES-EXTD (1-866-937-3983)
9-10
INDEX
A Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5 Model label..............................................9-2
Accessories and replacement parts...... 6-25 F Multi-function display...............................3-6
Air filter element, checking.................... 6-18 Front and rear brake pads, N
Air intake duct ....................................... 6-21 checking ............................................. 6-27 Neutral indicator light .............................. 3-2
B Front fork, adjusting.............................. 3-16 Noise regulation ...................................... 9-4
Battery................................................... 6-35 Front fork, checking .............................. 6-34 O
Brake and clutch levers, checking Fuel....................................................... 3-12 Oil level warning light .............................. 3-2
and lubricating .................................... 6-33 Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-3 P
Brake and shift pedals, checking Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12 Parking ....................................................5-4
and lubricating .................................... 6-32 Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-36 Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-29 H Pre-operation check list...........................4-2
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-28 Handlebar switches ................................ 3-9 R
Brake lever............................................ 3-11 Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-37 Rear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-27
Brake pedal........................................... 3-11 Helmet holders ..................................... 3-15 S
Brake pedal position, adjusting ............. 6-26 High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2 Safety defects, reporting .........................9-3
C Horn switch........................................... 3-10 Safety information ...................................1-1
Cables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-31 I Seats ..................................................... 3-14
Canister (for California only) ................. 6-11 Identification numbers ............................ 9-1 Shifting ....................................................5-2
Care ........................................................ 7-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-20 Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13 Indicator and warning lights.................... 3-2 Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-5
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-10 K Shock absorber assembly,
Clutch lever free play, adjusting............ 6-25 Key identification number ....................... 9-1 adjusting ............................................. 3-17
Coolant.................................................. 6-14 L Sidestand ..............................................3-19
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-3 Labels, location of................................... 1-5 Sidestand, checking and
Cowlings and panels, removing and License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-39 lubricating ........................................... 6-33
installing................................................ 6-8 Luggage strap holders.......................... 3-19 Spark plugs, checking ...........................6-10
D M Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Dimmer switch ...................................... 3-10 Main switch/steering lock........................ 3-1 Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Drive chain, lubricating.......................... 6-31 Maintenance and lubrication, Start switch............................................3-10
Drive chain slack................................... 6-29 periodic................................................. 6-4 Steering, checking.................................6-34
E Maintenance, emission control Storage....................................................7-3
Engine break-in....................................... 5-3 system.................................................. 6-3 Storage compartment............................ 3-15
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge............ 6-11 Maintenance, periodic ............................ 6-1 Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-40
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10 Maintenance record................................ 9-5
INDEX
T
Tachometer ............................................ 3-5
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-39
Throttle cable free play, adjusting......... 6-21
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-32
Tires...................................................... 6-22
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting.................................... 6-44
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-45
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing............ 6-39
Turn signal switch................................. 3-10
V
Valve clearance, adjusting.................... 6-21
Vehicle identification number.................. 9-1
W
Warranty, extended ................................ 9-9
Warranty, limited..................................... 9-7
Wheel bearings, checking .................... 6-35
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-41
Wheel (rear).......................................... 6-43
Wheels.................................................. 6-24
Jobnumber: HM03E187 Size: A, B Colored cover: C Binding: Perfect binding
Model: YZF-R6S(C) Manual quantity: Text: C Saddle stitching
PartsNumber: (5SL-28199-11)
Client:YMC Printer: Paper cover: C Side stitching
Contact person: Akiko Takahashi Binder: Text: C
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Cover2 Warning 18 3-2 50 6-6 82 6-38 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Cover3 Blank 19 3-3 51 6-7 83 6-39 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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OWNERS MANUAL

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to

NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

Location of important labels

91 Min. Pump Octane (R+M) 2

8 California only 10 California only

Controls and instruments

1. Clutch lever (page 3-10)

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

To lock the steering 1. Push.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Indicator and warning lights Oil level warning light

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

The electrical circuit of the indicator CAUTION:

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

The multi-function display is equipped Clock mode

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

To adjust the shift timing indicator light

1. Engine stop switch /

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal

1. Shift pedal 1. Brake pedal

The brake lever is equipped with a po-

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Fuel tank cap NOTE: Fuel

1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 1. Fuel tank filler tube

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

CAUTION: knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a Catalytic converter

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

To remove the passenger seat

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Helmet holders CAUTION: Storage compartment

To release a helmet from a helmet

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

CAUTION: Adjusting the shock absorber

Compression damping setting:

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Rebound damping force Compression damping force NOTE:

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

WARNING Luggage strap holders Sidestand

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

pair it if it does not function proper- Ignition circuit cut-off system

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

With the engine turned off:

Pre-operation check list

Check fuel level in fuel tank.

Make sure that operation is smooth.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS