PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
NOTICE
ECA10620
Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery.
To access the battery
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
2. Unhook the battery band, and then
remove the battery cover.
3. Unhook the wire harnesses
shown, and then remove the own-
er’s tool kit tray together with the
owner’s tool kit by pulling it up-
ward.
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.
NOTICE
ECA16520
To 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
1. Battery band
2. Battery cover
1. Owner’s tool kit tray
2. Wire harness
2
1
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Battery
2
3
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