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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

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push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.

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the license plate

1. Remove the license plate light unit

by removing the nuts, washers
and collars, and then remove the
license plate light bulb socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pulling it
out.

2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by

pulling it out.

3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the socket (together with

the bulb) by pushing it in, and then
install the license plate light unit by
installing the collars, washers and
nuts.

1. Turn signal light bulb

1. License plate light unit
2. Collar
3. Washer
4. Nut
5. License plate light bulb socket

1. License plate light bulb

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Summary of Contents for FZ-07

Page 1: ...DIC183 MT07 MT07A OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle 1WS 28199 E1 English E ...

Page 2: ...Hereby declare that the product Type designation 5SL 00 is in compliance with following norm s or documents R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN300 330 2 v1 3 1 2006 01 EN300 330 2 v1 5 1 2010 02 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 Two or Three Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive 97 24 EC Chapter 8 EMC 1 2 3 4 Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950 1 To change company name version up of the following norm EN300 330 2 v...

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

Page 4: ...al personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in 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 NOTI...

Page 5: ...AL 2013 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition November 2013 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U1WSE0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 6: ...r s tool kit 6 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 4 Checking the spark plugs 6 8 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 9 Coolant 6 11 Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose 6 14 Checking the throttle grip free play 6 15 Valve clearance 6 15 Tires 6 15 Cast wheels 6 18 Adjusting the clutch lever free pla...

Page 7: ...he auxiliary light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 36 Front wheel for non ABS models 6 37 Rear wheel for non ABS models 6 39 Troubleshooting 6 41 Troubleshooting charts 6 42 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 INDEX 10 1 U1WSE0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 8: ...Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 4 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passen ger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize ...

Page 9: ...ain tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger footrests Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs This motorcycle is designed for on road use only It is not su...

Page 10: ...d To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessories Here along with the information about accessories below are some general guidelines to follow if loading cargo to your motorcycle The total weight of the operator pas senger accessories and cargo must not excee...

Page 11: ...nge any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the per formance of your motorcycle Carefu...

Page 12: ...ruc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if equipped is in the OFF position and that there are no fuel leaks Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed and choke it in a rail to pre vent movement Shift the transmission in gear for models with a manual transmis sion Secure the mo...

Page 13: ...3 Storage compartment page 3 22 4 Owner s tool kit page 6 2 5 Shift pedal page 3 14 6 Engine oil filler cap page 6 9 7 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 9 8 Engine oil level check window page 6 9 9 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 9 10 Coolant reservoir page 6 11 U1WSE0E0 book Page 1 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 14: ... page 6 29 4 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 23 5 Fuel tank cap page 3 16 6 Headlight page 6 32 7 Coolant drain bolt page 6 12 8 Brake pedal page 3 15 9 Rear brake light switch page 6 19 10 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 U1WSE0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 15: ... 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 13 3 Multi function meter unit page 3 6 4 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 13 7 Throttle grip page 6 15 8 Brake lever page 3 14 U1WSE0E0 book Page 3 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 16: ...TELY 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 and keep the code ...

Page 17: ...nd only use it for code re registering EAU38531 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary light 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 EAU10662 OFF All electrical ...

Page 18: ...re the key can be turned to NOTICE ECA20760 Using the hazard or turn signal lights for an extended length of time may cause the battery to discharge EAU49395 Indicator lights and warning lights EAU11031 Turn signal indicator lights and The corresponding indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right 1 Push 2 Turn 1 2 1 Push 2 Turn 1 2 1 Left turn signal indicato...

Page 19: ...f and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle TIP If the warning light does not go off after starting the engine check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary See page 6 9 If the warning light remains on after adding engine oil have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11447 Coolant temperature warning light This warning light comes on if the en gine overheats If this occurs stop the engine i...

Page 20: ...expla nation of the ABS WARNING EWA16041 If the ABS warning light does not go off after traveling at a speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher or if the warning light comes on or flashes while riding the brake system re verts to conventional braking If ei ther of the above occurs or if the warning light does not come on at all use extra caution to avoid possi ble wheel lock during emergency braking Have...

Page 21: ... control mode TIP Be sure to turn the key to ON be fore using the left and right set buttons except for setting the brightness control mode For the U K only To switch the speedometer and multi function display between kilometers and miles set the multi function dis play to the odometer mode or a tripmeter mode and then press the left set button for at least three seconds Speedometer The speedomete...

Page 22: ... button together for at least two seconds 3 When the hour digits start flash ing push the right set button to set the hours 4 Push the left set button and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the right set button to set the minutes 6 Push the left set 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 ...

Page 23: ...duce fuel consumption Avoid high engine speeds during acceleration Travel at a constant speed Select the transmission gear that is appropriate for the vehicle speed Transmission gear display This display shows the selected gear The neutral position is indicated by and by the neutral indicator light Multi function display The multi function display is equipped with the following an odometer two tri...

Page 24: ...AVE_ _ _ km L AVE_ _ _ L 100 km or AVE_ _ _ MPG _ _ C Air_ _ C ODO TIP Push the right set button to switch the display in the reverse order If the fuel level warning indicator and left segment of the fuel meter start flashing the display automatically changes to the fuel reserve tripmeter mode TRIP F and starts counting the distance traveled from that point In that case push the left set button to...

Page 25: ...ay can be set to either AVE_ _ _ km L AVE_ _ _ L 100 km or AVE_ _ _ MPG for the UK only This display shows the average fuel consumption since it was last reset AVE_ _ _ km L The average dis tance that can be traveled on 1 0 L of fuel is shown AVE_ _ _ L 100 km The average amount of fuel necessary to travel 100 km is shown AVE_ _ _ MPG for the UK only The average distance that can be traveled on 1 ...

Page 26: ...ayed The accuracy of the temperature reading may be affected when rid ing slowly approximately under 20 km h 12 5 mi h or when stopped at traffic signals railroad crossings etc Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self di agnosis device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those circuits the engine trouble warning light will come on and the display will...

Page 27: ... or both of the standard keys do not start the engine take the vehicle the code re registering key and both standard keys to a Yamaha dealer and have the stan dard keys re registered NOTICE ECA11591 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 This function allows you to adjust the brightness of the...

Page 28: ...ior to starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the en gine in case of an emergency such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU41701 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 malfunc tion EAU12734 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn...

Page 29: ...he gears of the 6 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle EAU26825 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the throttle grip The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting dial To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the throttle grip turn the ad justing dial while h...

Page 30: ...long braking distances On certain surfaces such as rough or gravel roads the brak ing distance may be longer with the ABS than without The ABS is monitored by an ECU which will revert the system to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagno sis test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehicle has traveled at a speed of ...

Page 31: ... then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into posi tion with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover 1 Front wheel sensor 2 Front wheel sensor rotor 1 2 1 Rear wheel sensor 2 Rear wheel sensor rotor 1 2 1 Unl...

Page 32: ...ion such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately NOT...

Page 33: ...hanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems EAU55512 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose Before operating the motorcycle Check each hose connection Check each hose for cracks or damage and replace if necessary...

Page 34: ...ust system Make sure that the exhaust sys tem has cooled down before doing 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 ECA10702 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause unre pairable damage to the catalytic converter EAU59901 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat 1 Insert the key in...

Page 35: ...s shown and re move the bolts with the hexagon wrench 3 Lift the seat rearward and up to re move it To install the rider seat 1 Fit the slot in the seat onto the pro jection on the frame cross mem ber as shown and then place the seat in the original position 2 Install the bolts with the hexagon wrench 3 Insert the hexagon wrench back into its holder on the passenger seat 4 Install the passenger se...

Page 36: ...elmet strap 4 Hook the cable loops over the screwdriver install the screw driver by first inserting the screw driver into the holder with the mark and then slide the screw driver toward the holder with the mark TIP Make sure that the screwdriver is se curely positioned between its holders and then position the cable loops to ward the middle of the screwdriver be fore installing the passenger seat ...

Page 37: ...r seat EAU14465 Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the passenger seat See page 3 19 When storing documents or other items in the storage compartment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When wash ing the vehicle be careful not to let any water enter the storage compartment WARNING EWA10962 Do not exceed the load limit of 1 5 kg 3 lb for the ...

Page 38: ...t to make the adjustment WARNING EWA10222 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 tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to ex plode due to excess...

Page 39: ...e built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situa tions See the following section for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10242 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and ...

Page 40: ...ions It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up but the clutch le ver is not pulled It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled but the side stand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system...

Page 41: ... Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the side of the start engine stop switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The clutch switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until c...

Page 42: ...nnected to the auxiliary DC connector should not be used with the engine turned off and the load must never exceed 24 W 2 A otherwise the fuse may blow or the battery may discharge This vehicle is equipped with an auxil iary DC connector A 12 V accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connec tor can be used when the key is in the ON position 1 Auxiliary DC connector 2 Auxiliary DC connector cap 2 1...

Page 43: ...ts ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connections 3 17 3 18 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 6 9 Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir If necessary a...

Page 44: ... grip free play and lubricate ca ble and grip housing 6 15 6 25 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 6 25 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain condition Lubricate if necessary 6 22 6 24 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 6 15 6 18 Brake and shift pedals Make sure...

Page 45: ...htened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals 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 3 24 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U1WSE0E0 book Page 3 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 46: ...n engine auto stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes If the engine stops simply push the start switch to restart the engine EAU59851 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 The transmission is in gear with the clutch lever pulled ...

Page 47: ... for the warning light circuit check 2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position The neutral indi cator light should come on If not ask a Yamaha dealer to check the electrical circuit 3 Start the engine by pushing the side of the start engine stop switch If the engine fails to start release the start engine stop switch wait a few seconds and then try again Each starting attempt should be as...

Page 48: ...o load on the en gine Turn the engine off instead of let ting it idle for an extended length of time e g in traffic jams at traf fic lights or at railroad crossings EAU16842 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should read the fol lowing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do...

Page 49: ...EAU17214 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10312 Since the engine and 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 ...

Page 50: ...forming 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 death See page 1 3 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA15461 Brake discs calipers drums...

Page 51: ...ual 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 may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not have the tools or experi ence required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you 1 Owner s tool kit 1 U1WSE0E...

Page 52: ...ha dealer as they require special tools data and tech nical skills EAU46911 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 Che...

Page 53: ...vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 5 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 6 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage Check for correct routing and clamping Replace Every 4 years 7 Brake fluid Replace Every 2 years 8 Wheels Check runout and for damage 9 Tires Check tread depth and for da...

Page 54: ...grease Every 20000 km 12000 mi 14 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 15 Brake lever pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease 16 Brake pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 17 Clutch lever pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 18 Shift pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 19 Sidestand Check op...

Page 55: ...dge Replace 26 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change coolant Every 3 years 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 29 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 30 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam NO ITEM CHECK ...

Page 56: ...ilter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and if necessary correct the brake fluid level 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 U1WSE0E0 book Page 7 Wednesday No...

Page 57: ...essive 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 spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads TIP If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug a good estimate...

Page 58: ...ase TIP 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 Place the vehicle on a level sur face 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Place ...

Page 59: ... the specified torque with a torque wrench 8 Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 9 Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap 1 Oil filter wrench 2 Oil filter cartridge 2 1 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Ti...

Page 60: ...gine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 11 Turn the engine off wait a few minutes until the oil settles and then check the oil level and cor rect it if necessary EAU20071 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU20093 To check the coolant level 1 ...

Page 61: ...t have a Yamaha dealer check the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECA10473 EAU59861 To change the coolant 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and let the engine cool if nec essary 2 Place a container under the en gine to collect the used coolant 3 Remove the radiator cap retaining bolt and radiator cap WARNING Nev...

Page 62: ...ecified torque 11 Pour the specified amount of the recommended coolant into the ra diator and reservoir 12 Install the coolant reservoir cap 13 Install the radiator cap 1 Coolant reservoir cover 2 Bolt 3 Quick fastener 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 Coolant reservoir 2 1 3 2 1 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 Tightening torque Coolant drain bolt 7 Nm 0 7 m kgf 5 1 ft lbf Antifreeze water mixture ratio...

Page 63: ... coolant is leaking have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system EAU60450 Replacing the air filter ele ment and cleaning the check hose The air filter element should be re placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas However the air filter ch...

Page 64: ...ontact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to maintain the tires in good condition at all times and replace them at the appropriate time with the speci fied tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10504 Operation...

Page 65: ...rating the vehi cle with excessively worn tires decreases riding stability and can lead to loss of control The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience to do so Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be broken in for it to develop its ...

Page 66: ...been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd WARNING EWA10601 This motorcycle is fitted with super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these tires Use only the specified replace ment tires Other tires may run the danger of bursting at super high speeds Brand new tires can have a rel atively poor grip on certain road surfaces until they have...

Page 67: ...re 5 0 10 0 mm 0 20 0 39 in as shown Periodically check the clutch lever free play and if necessary adjust it as follows To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b TIP If the specified clutch lever free play cannot be obtained as described abov...

Page 68: ...raking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an acci dent EAU57070 Brake light switches For non ABS models The brake light which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever should come on just before braking takes effect If necessary adjust the rear brake light switch as follows but the front brake light switch should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer Turn the rear brake light swit...

Page 69: ...ch allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav ing to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the position of the wear indicators while applying the brake If a brake pad has worn to the point that a wear indicator almost touches the brake disc have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indicator gro...

Page 70: ... age Refill with the same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boil ing point of the fluid and may re sult in vapor lock and dirt may clog the ABS hydraulic unit valves NOTICE ECA17641 Brake fluid may damage painted ...

Page 71: ...years Brake hoses Replace every four years EAU22762 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU60040 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the motorcycle on the side stand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 3 Push down on th...

Page 72: ...e rear wheel for ward NOTICE Improper drive chain slack will overload the en gine as well as other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or breakage If the drive chain slack is more than 58 0 mm 2 28 in the chain can damage the frame swing arm and other parts To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack within the specified limits ECA17791 TIP Using the alignmen...

Page 73: ...10584 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush NOTICE To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers or inap propriate solvents ECA11122 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special...

Page 74: ...ked before each ride In addition the cable should be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover Make sure that the cover is securely installed Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto th...

Page 75: ...e and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake lever Clutch lever Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based grease U1WSE0E0 book Page 26 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 76: ...perator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAU23252 Lubricating the rear suspen sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAUM1653 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic mainte...

Page 77: ...fork compresses and re bounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10591 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23284 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 periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place a st...

Page 78: ...0211 Battery The battery is located under the rider seat See page 3 19 This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to check the electro lyte or to add distilled water However the battery lead connections need to be checked and if necessary tight ened WARNING EWA10761 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes sever...

Page 79: ...ies NOTICE ECA16522 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 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 NOTICE When removing the battery be sure the key is turned ...

Page 80: ... WARNING Do not 1 Starter relay cover 2 Fuse box 3 Spare main fuse 4 Main fuse 2 3 4 1 1 Ignition fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Fuel injection system fuse 5 Backup fuse for clock and immobilizer sys tem 6 Radiator fan fuse 7 Parking lighting fuse 8 Auxiliary fuse 9 Spare fuse 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 9 1 Ignition fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Fuel injection system fuse...

Page 81: ...ss part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transpar ency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the 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 bul...

Page 82: ... 4 Place a new headlight bulb into position then secure it with the bulb holder 5 Install the headlight bulb cover then connect the coupler 6 Install the headlight unit as shown and then install the washer and bolt on each side 1 Do not touch the glass part of the bulb 1 Bolt and washer 1 1 Bolt and washer 1 Headlight coupler 2 Headlight bulb cover 1 1 2 1 Headlight bulb holder 2 Headlight bulb 2 ...

Page 83: ...type tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU24205 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun terclockwise 1 Turn signal light lens 2 Screw 1 2 U1WSE0E0 book Page 34 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 84: ...washers and collars and then remove the license plate light bulb socket to gether with the bulb by pulling it out 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pulling it out 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket 4 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in and then install the license plate light unit by installing the collars washers and nuts 1 Turn signal light bulb 1 1 License plate light unit ...

Page 85: ...g the front and rear wheel or performing other mainte nance requiring the motorcycle to stand upright Check that the motorcy cle is in a stable and level position be fore starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed un der the engine for added stability To service the front wheel 1 Stabilize the rear of the motorcy cle by using a motorcycle stand or if an additional motorcycle stand ...

Page 86: ...el WARNING EWA10822 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the front wheel axle pinch bolt then the wheel axle and the brake caliper bolts 2 Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure in the previous section Supporting the motorcycle 3 Remove the brake hose holder on the left side by removing the bolt 1 Front wheel axle pi...

Page 87: ...s enough space between the brake pads before install ing the brake calipers onto the brake discs 5 Install the brake hose holder by in stalling the bolt 6 Tighten the brake caliper bolts and the brake hose holder bolt to the specified torques 7 Tighten the wheel axle and then the wheel axle pinch bolt to the specified torques 8 Push down hard on the handlebar several times to check for proper fork...

Page 88: ...move the axle nut and the drive chain slack adjusting plate 5 Push the wheel forward and then remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket TIP If the drive chain is difficult to re move remove the wheel axle first and then lift the wheel upward enough to remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket The drive chain does not need to be disassembled in order to re move and install the rear wheel 6 ...

Page 89: ...the swingarm Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before installing the wheel Make sure that the arrow mark on each chain puller is pointing up ward 2 Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket 3 Install the drive chain slack adjust ing plate and the axle nut 4 Lower the rear wheel so that it is on the ground and then put the sidestand down 5 Adjust the drive chain slack...

Page 90: ...e skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWA15142 When checking the fuel system do not smoke and make sure there are no open flames or sparks in t...

Page 91: ...e a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Operate the electric starter 4 Compression There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the compression Operate the electric starter 2 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The engine does not start ...

Page 92: ...s ing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommended cool ant 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 the ...

Page 93: ...et with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and cov ers as well as all electrical cou plers 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 sprock ets the drive chain and wheel axles Always ...

Page 94: ... 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 winter are extremely corrosive...

Page 95: ...o 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 time will help remove the moisture from the lens EAU26183 Storag...

Page 96: ... engine over EWA10952 e Remove the spark plug caps from the spark 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 ...

Page 97: ...idge replacement 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 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 1 60 L 1 69 US qt 1 41 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline Gasohol E10 acceptable Fuel tank capacity 14 L 3 70 US gal 3 08 Imp gal Fuel res...

Page 98: ... 388 lb MT07A 0 173 kg 0 381 lb Front 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi High speed riding Front 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 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 Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Ty...

Page 99: ...ator light LED Oil pressure warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light MT07A LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Auxiliary fuse 2 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Parking lighting fuse 7 5 A Radiator fan fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection ...

Page 100: ...NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EAU26401 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 motorcy cle with the licensing authority in your area EAU26441 Engine serial number The engine serial number...

Page 101: ...xed to the frame under the passenger seat See page 3 19 Record the information on this label in the space provided This infor mation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer U1WSE0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

Page 102: ...lebar switches 3 13 Hazard switch 3 13 Headlight bulb replacing 6 32 Helmet holding cable 3 21 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 13 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 25 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 5 Indicator lights and warning lights 3 3 L License plate light bulb replacing 6 35 Luggage strap holders 3 24 M Main switch steerin...

Page 103: ...lights 3 3 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 34 Turn signal switch 3 13 V Valve clearance 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 29 Wheel front for non ABS models 6 37 Wheel rear for non ABS models 6 39 Wheels 6 18 U1WSE0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday November 13 2013 10 28 AM ...

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Page 106: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2013 11 1 1 1 CR E DIC183 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Original instructions ...

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