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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS

.............................................1-1

SAFETY INFORMATION

..................2-1

DESCRIPTION

..................................3-1

Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view ........................................3-2
Controls and instruments.................3-3

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS

.......................................4-1

assembly ...................................4-16

EXUP system ...............................4-18
Sidestand ......................................4-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........4-19

Auxiliary DC connector ................. 4-21

FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

............. 5-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS

................................. 6-1

Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel

consumption ............................... 6-3

Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT

................................... 7-1

Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for

the emission control system ....... 7-2

General maintenance and

lubrication chart .......................... 7-3

Checking the spark plugs  ............... 7-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge  ..... 7-8
Transfer case oil ........................... 7-11
Air filter element  ........................... 7-12
Checking the throttle cable free

play ........................................... 7-12

Valve clearance ............................ 7-12
Tires ............................................. 7-13
Cast wheels .................................. 7-14
Clutch lever .................................. 7-15

Adjusting the rear brake light

switch ....................................... 7-15

Checking the front and rear

brake pads ................................ 7-15

Checking the brake and clutch

fluid levels ................................. 7-16

Changing the brake and clutch

fluids ......................................... 7-17

Drive belt slack ............................ 7-18
Checking and lubricating the

cables ....................................... 7-18

Checking and lubricating the

throttle grip and cable ............... 7-19

Checking and lubricating the

brake and shift pedals .............. 7-19

Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers ............ 7-20

Checking and lubricating the

sidestand .................................. 7-20

Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-21
Checking the front fork ................. 7-21
Checking the steering  .................. 7-22
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-22
Battery ......................................... 7-22
Replacing the fuses  ..................... 7-24
Replacing a headlight bulb  .......... 7-25
Tail/brake light  ............................. 7-27
Replacing a turn signal light

bulb ........................................... 7-27

License plate light ........................ 7-28

U5C523E0.book Page 1 Monday, October 6, 2008 2:48 PM

Summary of Contents for 2009 XV1900AY

Page 1: ...DIC183 XV1900AY OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle 5C5 28199 23 ...

Page 2: ...EAU46090 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U5C523E0 book Page 1 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 3: ...y In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides So remember to put safety first Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most cur ren...

Page 4: ...ey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer WARNING NOTICE TIP U5C523E0 book Page 1 M...

Page 5: ...UAL 2008 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition September 2008 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U5C523E0 book Page 2 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 6: ...t for the emission control system 7 2 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 3 Checking the spark plugs 7 7 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 7 8 Transfer case oil 7 11 Air filter element 7 12 Checking the throttle cable free play 7 12 Valve clearance 7 12 Tires 7 13 Cast wheels 7 14 Clutch lever 7 15 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 7 15 Checking the front and rear brake pads 7 15 Che...

Page 7: ...ubleshooting 7 29 Troubleshooting chart 7 31 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Motorcycle noise regulation for Australia 10 2 U5C523E0 book Page 2 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 8: ...hicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer 1 2 3 4 U5C523E0 book Page 1 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 9: ...culo lea el Manual del Propietario 5RU 21568 01 Use PREMIUM unleaded gasoline with min 95 octane RON Utiliser une essence SUPER sans plomb d un indice d octane RON de min 95 Nur Super Bleifrei mit Mindestoktanzahl 95 ROZ tanken Utilizzare benzina PREMIUM super senza piombo con almeno 95 ottani RON Utilice gasolina sin plomo que tenga como mínimo 95 octanos RON 5PW 2415E 01 280 2 80 41 280 2 80 41 ...

Page 10: ...passenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when...

Page 11: ...d contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Always wear protective clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet The eng...

Page 12: ... of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently Properly adjust the suspension for your load suspension ad justable models only and check the condition and pres sure of your tires Never attach any...

Page 13: ...ight distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody namic effects Wind may at tempt to lift the motorcycle or the motorcycle may become un stable in cross winds These ac cessories may...

Page 14: ...tery page 7 22 5 Owner s tool kit page 7 1 6 License plate light page 7 28 7 Tail brake light page 7 27 8 Engine oil drain bolt B crankcase page 7 8 9 Engine oil drain bolt A crankcase page 7 8 10 Engine oil filter cartridge page 7 8 11 Shift pedal page 4 11 U5C523E0 book Page 1 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 15: ...id reservoir page 7 16 4 Fuse box page 7 24 5 Engine oil filler cap page 7 8 6 Fuel tank cap page 4 12 7 Brake pedal page 4 12 8 Rear brake light switch page 7 15 9 Engine oil drain bolt oil tank page 7 8 10 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut page 4 16 U5C523E0 book Page 2 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 16: ...ches page 4 9 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 7 16 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 5 5 Main switch steering lock page 4 2 6 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 16 7 Right handlebar switches page 4 9 8 Throttle grip page 7 12 9 Brake lever page 4 11 U5C523E0 book Page 3 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 17: ...R DEALER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is highly recom mended to use either standard key an...

Page 18: ...it for code re registering EAU36870 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed TIP The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are...

Page 19: ...e key in and then turn it to OFF while still pushing it EAU10941 Parking The steering is locked and the taillight license plate light and auxiliary lights are on The hazard lights and turn sig nal lights can be turned on but all other electrical systems are off The key can be removed The steering must be locked before the key can be turned to NOTICE ECA11020 Do not use the parking position for an ...

Page 20: ... lowing cycle will be repeated until the malfunction is corrected The fuel level warning light will flash eight times and then go off for 3 0 seconds If this oc curs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11532 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine If this oc curs have a Yamaha dealer check th...

Page 21: ... changes to the multi function meter unit Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident The multi function meter unit is equipped with the following a speedometer a tachometer a fuel gauge an odometer two tripmeters which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero a fuel reserve tripmeter which shows the distance traveled on the fuel...

Page 22: ... in the ta chometer red zone Red zone 5000 r min and above Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The needle moves towards E Empty as the fuel level decreases When the needle reaches E approximately 3 0 L 0 79 US gal 0 66 Imp gal remain in the fuel tank If this occurs refuel as soon as possible When the key is turned to ON the fuel gauge needle will sweep once acro...

Page 23: ...o the prior mode after refueling and traveling 5 km 3 mi To set the clock 1 Push the SELECT switch to change the display to the clock mode 2 Push the SELECT and reset switches together for at least two seconds 3 When the hour digits start flashing push the reset switch to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT switch and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the reset switch to set the minutes 6 P...

Page 24: ...d keys re registered If the odometer tripmeter clock display indicates any error codes note the code number and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle NOTICE ECA11590 If the display indicates an error code the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage Brightness control mode The brightness can be adjusted for the following the multi function meter unit pane...

Page 25: ... gauge needles Item number 3 is displayed Adjust the brightness level of the speedometer tachometer and the fuel gauge needles by pushing the reset switch 7 Push the SELECT switch The odometer tripmeter clock dis play will return to the prior mode EAU12347 Handlebar switches Left 1 LCD 2 Item number 3 Brightness level 1 Speedometer needle 2 Tachometer needle 3 Fuel gauge needle 4 Item number 5 Bri...

Page 26: ... the engine with the starter See page 6 1 for start ing instructions prior to starting the en gine EAU41700 The engine trouble warning light will come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunction EAU12733 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn on the haz ard lights simultaneous flashing of all turn signal...

Page 27: ...e igni tion circuit cut off system See page 4 19 EAU12880 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com bination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle TIP Use your toes or heel to shift up and your toes to shift down EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right ...

Page 28: ...p 1 Insert the fuel tank cap into the tank opening with the key inserted in the lock and with the mark facing forward 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover TIP The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked WARNING EWA10131 Make sure ...

Page 29: ... plastic parts ECA10071 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15151 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gaso line with care Never siphon gaso line by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas oline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor immedi ately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and water If gaso lin...

Page 30: ...near possible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Park the vehicle in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the hot exhaust system Make sure that the exhaust sys tem has cooled down before do ing any maintenance work Do not allow the engine to idle more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build up of heat NOTICE ECA10701 Use only unleaded g...

Page 31: ...lace 3 Remove the key TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before riding EAU38342 Helmet holder The helmet holder is located under the rider seat A helmet holding cable is provided beside the owner s tool kit to secure a helmet to the helmet holder To secure a helmet to the helmet holder 1 Remove the rider seat See page 4 15 2 Pass the helmet holding cable through the buckle on the hel...

Page 32: ... hel met holder Remove the rider seat remove the hel met holding cable from the helmet hold er and the helmet and then install the seat EAU38404 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing nut NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Adjust the spring preload as ...

Page 33: ...nut distance A is changed by 2 0 mm 0 08 in 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjust ing nut and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque ECA10121 WARNING EWA10221 This shock absorber assembly con tains highly pressurized nitrogen gas Read and understand the fol lowing information before handling the shock absorber assembly Do not t...

Page 34: ...ithout sufficient technical knowledge may result in poor performance of or dam age to the engine If the EXUP system cannot be heard when the main switch is turned on have a Yamaha deal er check it EAU15301 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the...

Page 35: ... It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the side 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 ...

Page 36: ... Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden The neutral switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The clutch switc...

Page 37: ...W 3 A otherwise the battery may discharge WARNING EWA12531 To prevent electrical shock or short circuiting make sure that the cap is installed when the auxiliary DC con nector is not being used A 12 V accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector under the rider seat can be used when the key is in the ON position 1 Auxiliary DC connector 2 Auxiliary DC connector cap U5C523E0 book Page 21 Monda...

Page 38: ...al have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 13 Engine oil Check oil level in oil tank If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 8 Transfer case oil Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 11 Front brake Che...

Page 39: ...cable free play If necessary have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing 7 12 7 19 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 18 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 13 7 14 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting ...

Page 40: ...ignals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 4 18 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U5C523E0 book Page 3 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 41: ... automatically if left idling for 20 minutes In this case the multi function meter unit indi cates error code 70 but this is not a malfunction Push the start switch to clear the error code and to restart the engine EAU36743 Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut off system to enable starting one of the following conditions must be met The transmission is in the neutral position ...

Page 42: ...ount of engine power available for starting off accelerating climbing hills etc The gear positions are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it NOTICE ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with...

Page 43: ...e the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17113 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 2500 r min NOTICE After 100...

Page 44: ...d exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire Do not park near grass or other flammable materials which might catch fire U5C523E0 book Page 4 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 45: ...ar with vehicle ser vice have a Yamaha dealer perform service WARNING EWA15121 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to ...

Page 46: ...require special tools data and technical skills EAU46910 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 40000 km 24000 mi 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance ...

Page 47: ...brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 5 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage Replace Every 4 years 6 Wheels Check runout and for damage 7 Tires Check tread depth and for dam age Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 8 Wheel bearings Check bearing for loosene...

Page 48: ...ate with silicone grease 16 Shift pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 17 Sidestand Check operation Lubricate 18 Sidestand switch Check operation 19 Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age 20 Shock absorber as sembly Check operation and shock ab sorber for oil leakage 21 Rear suspension re lay arm and con necting arm pivoting points Check operation Lubricate with lith...

Page 49: ...e oil filter car tridge Replace 24 Transfer case oil Check oil level Change 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 27 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 28 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam NO ITEM ...

Page 50: ...id and clutch fluid levels Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers as well as clutch master and release cylinders and change the brake and clutch fluids Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U5C523E0 book Page 6 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 51: ... be operating im properly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle If a spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean the surface of the sp...

Page 52: ...ng the engine must have first completely cooled down and then warmed up again for several minutes to normal operating temperature 4 Wait a few minutes until the oil set tles remove the oil filler cap wipe the engine oil dipstick clean insert it back into the oil filler hole with out screwing it in and then re move it again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and...

Page 53: ...ne oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the oil tank 6 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 7 Remove engine oil drain bolts A and B to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 8 10 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 8 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 9 Apply a...

Page 54: ... and then gradually fill the oil tank with the remaining oil quantity while regularly checking the oil lev el on the dipstick TIP Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys tem have cooled down 1 O ring 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Tightening torques Engine oil drain bolt A crankcase 43 Nm...

Page 55: ...everal minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 17 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary 18 Install the rider seat EAU20051 Transfer case oil The transfer case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha deal er check and repair the vehicle I...

Page 56: ...ould mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the throttle grip Periodically check the throttle cable free play and if neces sary have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU21401 Valve clearance 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 pe...

Page 57: ...car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10511 Never overload your vehicle Opera tion of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident Tire inspection Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked con tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and ...

Page 58: ...nt After extensive tests only the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd EAU21960 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage be fore each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer re place the ...

Page 59: ...ect If neces sary adjust the rear brake light switch as follows Turn the rear brake light switch adjust ing nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EAU22390 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must ...

Page 60: ...e or clutch fluid may al low air to enter the brake or clutch sys tems possibly causing them to become ineffective TIP The rear brake fluid reservoir is located under the rider seat See page 4 15 Before riding check that the brake and clutch fluids are above the minimum level marks and replenish if necessary A low brake or clutch fluid level may in dicate brake or clutch system leakage and or worn...

Page 61: ...ay deteriorate paint ed surfaces or plastic parts Al ways clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is nor mal for the brake fluid level to grad ually go down However if the brake fluid level goes down sud denly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause EAU22751 Changing the brake and clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake and clutch fluids at the intervals specified in ...

Page 62: ... slack by subtracting the measurement not ed in step 2 from the measurement noted in step 3 5 If the drive belt slack is incorrect have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU23101 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride and the ca bles and cable ends should be lubricat ed if necessary If a cable is damaged or...

Page 63: ... the cable should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44271 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U5C523E0 book Page 19 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 64: ... operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10731 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control Recommended lubric...

Page 65: ...Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10751 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebound...

Page 66: ...eering EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel bearings EAU33654 Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to che...

Page 67: ...o charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a con stant voltage battery charger have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery To store the battery 1 If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and then pla...

Page 68: ... to ON and turn on 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 1 Main fuse 2 Fuel injection system fuse 3 Fuel injection system spare fuse 4 Fuse box 1 Fuse box 2 Auxiliary DC connector fuse 3 Signaling system fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer clock and immo bilizer system 6 ...

Page 69: ... bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage higher than specified Removing the headlight unit 1 Remove the headlight body cover by removing the bolts 2 Disconn...

Page 70: ...o po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder 5 Connect the coupler and then in stall the headlight bulb holder cov er by turning it clockwise To replace the low beam headlight bulb 1 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the burnt out bulb by turning it counterclock wise 2 Install a new bulb by turning it clockwise 3 Connect the headlight coupler 1 Coupler 1 Screw 1 Headlight bul...

Page 71: ...the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU38382 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw and then turning the lens counterclockwise 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter 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 ...

Page 72: ...ulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit See page 7 25 2 Remove the auxiliary light socket together with the coupler by turn ing the socket counterclockwise 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the auxiliary light socket to gether with the coupler by push ing it in and turning it clockwise 6 Install the headlight unit 1...

Page 73: ...ack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm EAU25851 Troubleshooting 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 chart ...

Page 74: ...RIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 30 7 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or property damage U5C523E0 book Page 30 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 75: ... vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly T...

Page 76: ...fler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug caps are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets the drive belt and wheel axles Always rinse...

Page 77: ...dirt with warm water a mild detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during win...

Page 78: ...ever apply oil or wax to the drive belt Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad vice on what products to use Washing rainy weather or humid climates can cause the headlight lens to fog Turning the headlight on for a short period of ...

Page 79: ...ark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps 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 ...

Page 80: ... cartridge replacement 4 90 L 5 18 US qt 4 31 Imp qt Transfer gear oil Type SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 55 L 0 58 US qt 0 48 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 17 0 L 4 49 US gal 3 74 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 0 L 0 79 US gal 0 66 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body Type quantity ...

Page 81: ...04 kg 198 450 lb Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 280 kPa 2 80 kgf cm 41 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 18M C x MT4 00 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT5 50 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Tele...

Page 82: ...eter lighting LED Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 25 0 A Parking lighting fuse 10 0 A ECU Electronic Control Unit fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection system fuse ...

Page 83: ...entification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided TIP The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your m...

Page 84: ...YSTEM PROHIBITED Owners are warned that the law may prohibit a The removal or rendering inopera tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur pose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate pur chaser or while it is in use and b The use of the vehicle after such de...

Page 85: ...Immobilizer system indicator light 4 4 Indicator and warning lights 4 4 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light 7 28 M Main switch steering lock 4 2 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 3 Maintenance emission control system 7 2 Matte color caution 8 1 Model label 10 2 Multi function meter unit 4 5 N Neutral indicator light 4 4 Noise regulation for Australia 10 ...

Page 86: ...INDEX Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Wheel bearings checking 7 22 Wheels 7 14 U5C523E0 book Page 2 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 87: ...U5C523E0 book Page 3 Monday October 6 2008 2 48 PM ...

Page 88: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 11 0 3 1 CR E DIC183 ...

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