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5P5-28199-E0

FJR1300AP

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Page 1: ...5P5 28199 E0 FJR1300AP OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ee Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive 97 24 EC Chapter 8 EMC Place of issue Shizuoka Japan Date of issue 1 Aug 2002 Revolution record No Contents Date To change contact person and integrate type designation 9 Jun 2005 General manager of quality assurance div representative name and signature MORIC CO LTD 1450 6 Mori machi Shuchi gun Shizuoka 437 0292 JAPAN Telephone 81 538 85 0757 Facsimile 81 538 85 ...

Page 3: ...to enjoy all advantages of your FJR1300AP The owner s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate inspect and maintain your motorcycle but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha de...

Page 4: ...lt your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice The illustrations in this manual show the basic FJR1300A model and may therefore slightly differ from the FJR1300AP mod el The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to foll...

Page 5: ...ANUAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition March 2006 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U5P5E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 6: ...HECKS 4 1 Pre operation check list 4 2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 5 1 Starting the engine 5 1 Shifting 5 2 Tips for reducing fuel consumption 5 3 Engine break in 5 3 Parking 5 4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 1 Owner s tool kit 6 1 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 6 2 Removing and installing panels 6 5 Checking the spark plugs 6 7 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6...

Page 7: ...28 Headlight bulb 6 29 Front turn signal light 6 29 Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb or a tail brake light bulb 6 30 Replacing the license plate light bulb 6 30 Auxiliary light bulb 6 31 Troubleshooting 6 31 Troubleshooting charts 6 32 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 U5P5E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday Marc...

Page 8: ...ents 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 you are approaching and passing through intersections since in tersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur Ride where other m...

Page 9: ...clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine or exhaust system during or after operation They become very hot and can cause burns Always wear protec tive clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet Modifications Modifications made to this motorcycle not approved by Yamaha or the re moval of original equipment...

Page 10: ...nsion travel steering travel or control operation or ob scure lights or reflectors Accessories fitted to the handle bar or the front fork area can create instability due to improper weight 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 ...

Page 11: ...or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may fall over Do not park the motorcycle near a flammable source e g a ker osene heater or near an open flame otherwise it could catch fire When transporting the motorcycle in another vehicle make sure that it is kept upright If the motorcycle should lean over gasoline may leak ou...

Page 12: ...t page 6 1 5 Seat page 3 19 6 Final gear oil filler bolt page 6 10 7 Final gear oil drain bolt page 6 10 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting lever page 3 27 9 Air filter element page 6 13 10 Shift pedal page 3 15 11 Engine oil filler cap page 6 8 12 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 8 13 Engine oil level check window page 6 8 U5P5E0E0 book Page 1 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 13: ...4 Windshield page 3 13 5 Battery page 6 26 6 Main fuse page 6 28 7 Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw page 3 25 8 Brake pedal page 3 16 9 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob page 3 27 10 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 20 U5P5E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 14: ... Tachometer page 3 5 6 Speedometer page 3 5 7 Multi function display page 3 6 8 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 20 9 Right handlebar switches page 3 13 10 Brake lever page 3 16 11 Throttle grip page 6 15 12 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 13 Headlight beam adjusting knob page 3 23 14 Grip warmer adjusting knob page 3 28 U5P5E0E0 book Page 3 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 15: ...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 and keep the code re regis te...

Page 16: ...meter lighting taillights li cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed NOTE The headlights come on automatically when the engine is started and stay on until the key is turned to OFF EAU10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10690 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be r...

Page 17: ...urned 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 CAUTION ECA11020 Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time other wise the battery may discharge EAU11003 Indicator and warning lights EAU11030 Turn signal indicator lights and The corresponding indicator light flash es when the turn signal switch...

Page 18: ...few seconds then go off have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU40870 ABS warning light If this warning light comes on or flashes while riding the ABS may be defective If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible See page 3 16 WARNING EWA10081 If the ABS warning light comes on or flashes while riding the brake sys tem reverts to conventional braking Therefo...

Page 19: ...le will sweep once across the speed range and then return to zero in order to test the electrical cir cuit EAU11872 Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range When the key is turned to ON the ta chometer needle will sweep once across the r min range and then return to zero r min in order to test the electri cal circuit C...

Page 20: ... instan taneous and average consumption functions a self diagnosis device NOTE Be sure to turn the key to ON before using the SELECT and RESET but tons Odometer and tripmeter modes Pushing the SELECT button switches the display between the odometer mode ODO and the tripmeter modes TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 in the following order ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 ODO NOTE When selecting TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 the display flashe...

Page 21: ...the hour digits start flashing push the RESET button to set the hours 3 Push the SELECT button and the minute digits will start flashing 4 Push the RESET button to set the minutes 5 Push the SELECT button and then release it to start the clock Fuel meter The fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The display seg ments of the fuel meter disappear to wards E Empty as the fuel level...

Page 22: ...ol See page 6 32 CAUTION ECA10020 Do not operate the engine if it is overheated Transmission gear display This display shows the selected gear The neutral position however is not displayed it is indicated by the neutral indicator light Ambient temperature instanta neous fuel consumption and aver age fuel consumption modes except for the UK Push the RESET button to switch the display between the am...

Page 23: ... consumption mode The instantaneous fuel consumption display can be set to either km L or L 100 km When the display is set to km L the distance that can be traveled on 1 0 L of fuel under the current riding conditions is shown When the display is set to L 100 km the amount of fuel necessary to travel 100 km under the current riding conditions is shown NOTE To switch between the two instan taneous ...

Page 24: ...traveled 1 km CAUTION ECA15472 If there is a malfunction will be displayed Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Ambient temperature instanta neous fuel consumption and aver age fuel consumption modes for the UK only Push the RESET button to switch the display between the ambient tempera ture mode and the fuel consumption modes in the following order Air MPG AV _ _ _ MPG Air Ambient temperature m...

Page 25: ...e distance that can be traveled using 1 0 Imp gal of fuel is dis played NOTE To reset the average fuel con sumption display push the RE SET button to select the mode again and then push the RESET button for 1 second while the dis play is flashing After resetting the average fuel consumption display _ _ _ will be shown for that display until the vehicle has traveled 1 km 0 6 mi CAUTION ECA15472 If ...

Page 26: ...the key is turned to ON NOTE If the multi function display indicates er ror code 52 this could be caused by transponder interference If this error appears try the following 1 Use the code re registering key to start the engine NOTE Make sure there are no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may c...

Page 27: ...lash the head lights EAU12400 Dimmer switch Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12460 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When re leased the switch returns to the center 1 Pass switch 2 Windshield position adjusting switch 3 Dimmer switch 4 Turn signal switch 5 Horn switch 1 Engine stop switch...

Page 28: ... case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAUTION ECA10050 See page 5 1 for starting instruc tions prior to starting the engine 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 signa...

Page 29: ...g 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 clutch lever The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the igni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 30 EAU12870 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com bination with the clutch...

Page 30: ...formance apply both the brake le ver and the brake pedal simultaneous ly EAU39530 ABS The Yamaha ABS Anti lock Brake System features a dual electronic con trol system which acts on the front and rear brakes independently The ABS is monitored by an ECU Electronic Con trol Unit which will have recourse to manual braking if a malfunction occurs WARNING EWA10090 The ABS performs best on long braking d...

Page 31: ... 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be re leased and the fuel tank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover NOTE 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 ...

Page 32: ... parts EAU13320 CAUTION ECA11400 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand or premiu...

Page 33: ...g any maintenance work CAUTION ECA10700 The following precautions must be observed to prevent a fire hazard or other damages Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause unrepairable damage to the catalytic converter Never park the vehicle near pos sible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU40960 Seat To remo...

Page 34: ...eight was adjusted to the lower position at delivery To change the seat height to the high position 1 Remove the seat See page 3 19 2 Remove the seat height position adjuster by pulling it upward 3 Move the seat holder cover to the lower position as shown 4 Install the seat height position ad juster so that the H mark is aligned with the match mark 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 Low position 2 High ...

Page 35: ...tion adjuster by pulling it upward 3 Move the seat holder cover to the upper position 4 Install the seat height position ad juster so that the L mark is aligned with the match mark 5 Insert the projection on the front of the seat into seat holder A as shown 1 Seat height position adjuster 2 H mark 3 Match mark 1 Projection 2 Seat holder B for high position 3 Seat holder cover 1 H position slot 1 S...

Page 36: ...d under the seat See page 3 19 WARNING EWA10961 Do not exceed the load limit of 1 kg 2 lb for the storage com partment Do not exceed the maximum load of 215 kg 474 lb for the ve hicle When storing the owner s manual or other documents in the storage com partment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the vehicle be careful not to let any water enter the st...

Page 37: ...ot WARNING EWA11421 Do not exceed the load limit of 0 3 kg 0 66 lb for the accessory box Do not exceed the maximum load of 215 kg 474 lb for the ve hicle EAU39610 Adjusting the headlight beams The headlight adjusting knobs are used to raise or lower the height of the head light beams It may be necessary to ad just the headlight beams to increase visibility and help prevent blinding on coming drive...

Page 38: ...e cowl ings The cowlings can be tilted back 30 mm 1 18 in for added ventilation to suit the riding conditions To open a cowling 1 Remove the quick fastener screws 2 Pull the cowling to the open posi tion and then install the quick fas tener screws To close a cowling 1 Remove the quick fastener screws 1 Handlebar 1 Closed position 2 Open position 3 Cowling 1 Quick fastener screw 1 Open position U5P...

Page 39: ... original position before riding EAU14731 Adjusting the front fork This front fork is equipped with spring preload adjusting bolts rebound damp ing force adjusting knobs and compres sion damping force adjusting screws WARNING EWA10180 Always adjust both fork legs equal ly otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result Spring preload To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the s...

Page 40: ...n damping turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction a To de crease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction b 1 Current setting 2 Front fork cap bolt Spring preload setting Minimum soft 6 Standard 4 Maximum hard 1 1 Rebound damping force adjusting knob Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 17 click s...

Page 41: ...is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing lever and a rebound damping force adjusting knob CAUTION ECA10100 Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension move the spring preload adjusting lever in di rection b To increase the spring pre load and thereby harden the suspension mov...

Page 42: ... a Yamaha dealer service the shock absorber EAU40501 Grip warmer adjusting knob This vehicle is equipped with grip warmers which can only be used when the engine is running Use the grip warmer adjusting knob lo cated near the accessory box to adjust the grip warmer temperature The grip warmer adjusting knob can be set between the LO and HI posi tions To raise the temperature turn the knob in direc...

Page 43: ...stand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10240 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cannot be properly moved up or does n...

Page 44: ...events 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 WARNING EWA10260 The vehicle must be placed on the centerstand during this in specti...

Page 45: ...r 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 system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle sh...

Page 46: ...engine turned off and the load must never exceed 30 W 2 5 A otherwise the battery may dis charge To use the auxiliary DC jack 1 Open the accessory box lid See page 3 23 2 Turn the key to OFF 3 Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap 4 Insert the accessory plug into the auxiliary DC jack 5 Turn the key to ON and then start the engine See page 5 1 WARNING EWA14360 To prevent electrical shock or short circu...

Page 47: ...quences 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 WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not w...

Page 48: ...bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 19 6 20 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended ...

Page 49: ...tion is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 22 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 23 Centerstand sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivots if necessary 6 24 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and ...

Page 50: ...p WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 30 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to CAUTION ECA15450 The following warning lights and in dicator light should come on for a few seconds then go off Oil level warning light ...

Page 51: ...the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it CAUTION ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lubrication may damage the transmission Al...

Page 52: ... 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 EAU17121 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 4500 r min 1000 1600 km 600 ...

Page 53: ...e engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn CAUTION ECA10380 Never park in an area where there are fire hazards such as grass or other flammable materials U5P5E0E0 book Page 4 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 54: ...u are not familiar with mainte nance work have a Yamaha dealer do it for you EAU17380 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located under the seat See page 3 19 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench m...

Page 55: ...EADING 1000 km ANNUAL CHECK 1 10 20 30 40 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust Every 40000 km 4 Air filter element Clean Replace 5 Clutch Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage 6 Front brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever...

Page 56: ...re that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 15 Sidestand centerstand Check operation Lubricate 16 Sidestand switch Check operation 17 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage 18 Shock absorber assem bly Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage 19 Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points Check operation Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 20 Fue...

Page 57: ...f cracked or damaged 23 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change Every 3 years 24 Final gear oil Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage Change 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Moving parts and ca bles Lubricate 27 Throttle grip housing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the thro...

Page 58: ... Panel A To remove the panel Remove the bolts and the quick fasten er and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolts and the quick fastener EAU41110 Panel B To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 3 19 2 Remove the bolts and the quick fastener screws and then take the panel off 1 Panel A 1 Panel B 1 Panel C 1 Panel A 2 Bo...

Page 59: ...C To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 3 19 2 Remove the bolt and the quick fas tener screws and then take the panel off To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original posi tion and then install the bolt and the quick fastener screws 2 Install the seat 1 Panel B 2 Bolt 3 Quick fastener screw 1 Panel C 2 Bolt 3 Quick fastener screw U5P5E0E0 book Page 6 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 ...

Page 60: ...uld 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...

Page 61: ...ndow located at the bottom left side of the crank case NOTE The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 4 If the engine oil is below the mini mum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replace ment 1 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it ...

Page 62: ...Check the washer for damage and re place it if necessary 8 Add the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 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 torque Engine oil drain bolt 43 Nm 4 3 m kgf 31 ft lbf Recommended engi...

Page 63: ...ckers or remains on immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 10 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary EAU20011 Final gear oil The final gear 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 In addi tion the final gear oil must be changed as follow...

Page 64: ...case 3 Install the final gear oil drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 4 Add the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole 5 Install the oil filler bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 6 Check the final gear case for oil leakage If oil is leaking check for the cause 1 Final gear oil filler bolt 2 Final gear oil drain bolt 3 Correct oil level Tightening...

Page 65: ...ecking the coolant level A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Check the coolant level in the cool ant reservoir NOTE The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove the reservoir cap 4 Add coolant or distilled water to raise the coolant to the maximum level mark install the coolant res ervoir cap C...

Page 66: ...structions EAU33030 Changing the coolant WARNING EWA10380 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot The coolant must be changed at the in tervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant EAU20471 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic mainte...

Page 67: ... properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be op erated without the air filter ele ment installed otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn 7 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws CAUTION ECA15410 Make sure that the fuel tank breath er overflow hose is not pinched 8 Install the intake air shroud by in stalling the screw and the ...

Page 68: ...hrottle EAU21381 Checking the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 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 va...

Page 69: ... in mind NEVER OVERLOAD THE VEHI CLE Operation of an overload ed vehicle may result in tire damage loss of control or se vere injury Make sure that the total weight of rider cargo and accessories does not exceed the specified maximum load for the vehicle Do not carry along loosely packed items which can shift during a ride Securely pack the heaviest items close to the center of the vehicle and dis...

Page 70: ...ires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience Tire information This motorcycle is equipped with cast wheels and tubeless tires with valves WARNING EWA10480 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and de sign otherwise the handling characteristics of the motor cycle cannot be guaranteed After extensive tests only the tires listed bel...

Page 71: ...n 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 wheel Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or re...

Page 72: ... rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch which is ac tivated by the brake pedal is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just before braking takes effect If necessary have a Yamaha dealer ad just the brake light switch EAU22390 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance ...

Page 73: ...lutch Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake or clutch systems pos sibly causing them to become ineffec tive Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if necessary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake sys tem fo...

Page 74: ...illing Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may 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 EAU22750 Changing the...

Page 75: ...on and will cause the inner cable to rust Replace a damaged cable as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addi tion the cable should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU23131 Checking and lubricating the brake and ...

Page 76: ...ever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease U5P5E0E0 book Page 23 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 77: ...er check or re pair it EAUM1650 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU23250 Lubricating the rear suspen sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen sion must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Recommended lubricant Lithium soap ...

Page 78: ...o check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly CAUTION ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23280 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubricat...

Page 79: ...eck the wheel bearings EAU39520 Battery The battery is located under panel A See page 6 5 This vehicle is equipped with a sealed type MF battery which does not re quire any maintenance There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water 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 1 Battery 2...

Page 80: ...ilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN 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 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 batt...

Page 81: ... possibly a fire 1 Main fuse 2 Fuse box 3 ABS motor fuse 4 ABS motor spare fuse 1 Fuse box 2 Right radiator fan fuse 3 Left radiator fan fuse 4 Hazard fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer clock and immo bilizer system 6 Headlight fuse 7 Signaling system fuse 8 ABS control unit fuse 9 Ignition fuse 10 Fuel injection system fuse 11 Auxiliary DC jack fuse 12 Spare fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Hea...

Page 82: ...ain have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EAU40360 Headlight bulb If a headlight does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check its electrical cir cuit or replace the bulb EAU39880 Front turn signal light If a front turn signal light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check its electrical circuit or replace the bulb U5P5E0E0 book Page 29 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 83: ...ether with the bulb by turning it clockwise EAU24310 Replacing the license plate light bulb 1 Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws 2 Remove the socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the defective bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in 6 Install the license plate light unit by ...

Page 84: ...s 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 require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment part...

Page 85: ...mpression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the 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 T...

Page 86: ...hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap 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 Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check th...

Page 87: ...eave the cleaner on the af fected area any longer than in structed Also thoroughly rinse the area off with water immedi ately dry it and then apply a cor rosion protection spray Improper cleaning can damage windshields cowlings panels and other plastic parts Use only a soft clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to clean plastic Do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts ...

Page 88: ...n After cleaning 1 Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth 2 Use a chrome polish to shine chrome aluminum and stainless steel parts including the exhaust system Even the thermally in duced discoloring of stainless steel exhaust systems can be re moved through polishing 3 To prevent corrosion it is recom mended to apply a corrosion pro tection spray on all metal including chrome and...

Page 89: ...ion of this chapter 2 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer if available to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating 3 Perform the following steps to pro tect the cylinders piston rings etc from corrosion a Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs b Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore c Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs and ...

Page 90: ... month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 6 Cover the muffler outlets with plas tic bags to prevent moisture from entering them 7 Remove the battery and fully charge it Store it in a cool dry 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 information on storing the batt...

Page 91: ...oil Type Shaft drive gear oil Part No 9079E SH001 00 Quantity 0 20 L 0 21 US qt 0 18 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Dry element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 25 0 L 6 61 US gal 5 50 ...

Page 92: ...t 270 kPa 39 psi 2 70 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm High speed riding Front 270 kPa 39 psi 2 70 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT3 50 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 foo...

Page 93: ...Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 25 0 A Signaling system fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan fuse 15 0 A 2 Hazard fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 15 0 A ABS control u...

Page 94: ...tification 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 NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your mo...

Page 95: ...e model label is affixed to the loca tion shown Record the information on this label in the space provided This in formation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 Model label U5P5E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 96: ... 3 19 Fuel tank cap 3 17 Fuses replacing 6 28 G Grip warmer adjusting knob 3 28 H Handlebar position adjusting 3 24 Handlebar switches 3 13 Hazard switch 3 14 Headlight beams adjusting 3 23 Headlight bulb 6 29 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 14 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 30 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 4 Indicator and w...

Page 97: ...22 Tires 6 16 Tool kit 6 1 Troubleshooting 6 31 Troubleshooting charts 6 32 Turn signal indicator lights 3 3 Turn signal light or tail brake light bulb replacing 6 30 Turn signal switch 3 13 V Valve clearance 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 26 Wheels 6 18 Windshield position adjusting switch 3 14 U5P5E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 21 2006 12 00 PM ...

Page 98: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Tuesday April 8 2003 11 43 AM ...

Page 99: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Tuesday April 8 2003 11 43 AM ...

Page 100: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2006 06 0 3 1 CR E ...

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