DIC183
MTN690-A
MTN690-U
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
B4C-28199-E1
[English (E)]
Page 1: ...DIC183 MTN690 A MTN690 U OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle B4C 28199 E1 English E...
Page 2: ...tive 2014 53 EU The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address https global yamaha motor com eu_doc Frequency band 134 2 kHz The maximum radio frequen...
Page 3: ...nd 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 dealer T...
Page 4: ...tial 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...
Page 5: ...S MANUAL 2019 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition July 2018 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed...
Page 6: ...ance charts 6 3 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 5 Checking the spark plugs 6 9 Canister 6 10 Engine oil and oil filter cartri...
Page 7: ...acing the license plate light bulb 6 35 Supporting the motorcycle 6 36 Troubleshooting 6 36 Troubleshooting charts 6 38 Motorcycle care and storage 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 Spe...
Page 8: ...u 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 possibili...
Page 9: ...main 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...
Page 10: ...ycle is changed 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 accessor...
Page 11: ...hange 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...
Page 12: ...s Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if e...
Page 13: ...rtment page 3 21 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 3 22 5 Shift pedal page 3 13 6 Engine oil filler cap page 6 10 7 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 10 8 Engine oil level check window page 6 10 9 Engi...
Page 14: ...1 6 7 4 1 Fuses page 6 31 2 Battery page 6 29 3 Spring preload adjuster page 3 22 4 Fuel tank cap page 3 15 5 Headlight page 6 32 6 Brake pedal page 3 14 7 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 UB4CE1E...
Page 15: ...13 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 12 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 12 7 Throttle...
Page 16: ...Keep the standard keys as well as keys of other immobilizer systems away from the code re registering key Keep other immobilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause signal interfe...
Page 17: ...ey cannot be removed TIP The headlight s will turn on when the engine is started To prevent battery drain do not leave the key in the on position without the engine running EAU10662 OFF All electrical...
Page 18: ...azard or turn signal lights for an extended length of time may cause the battery to discharge EAU4939G Indicator lights and warning lights EAU11032 Turn signal indicator lights and Each indicator ligh...
Page 19: ...el is correct immediately turn the en gine off 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 n...
Page 20: ...cator light will flash steadily to indicate the immobilizer system is enabled After 24 hours have passed the indicator light will stop flashing however the immobi lizer system is still enabled The ele...
Page 21: ...crease the risk of an accident TIP Except when accessing the brightness control mode or when displaying the clock the key must be turned to ON before you can use the left and right set buttons to adju...
Page 22: ...its will start flashing 3 Use the right set button to set the hours 4 Push the left set button and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Use the right set button to set the minutes 6 Push the left s...
Page 23: ...ission gear display The transmission gear 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 e...
Page 24: ...traveled by the vehicle The tripmeters show the distance trav eled since they were last reset To reset a tripmeter use the left set button to display the tripmeter you want to reset and then push the...
Page 25: ...played Average fuel consumption This function calculates the average fuel consumption since it was last re set The average fuel consumption can be set to either AVE_ _ _ km L AVE_ _ _ L 100 km or AVE_...
Page 26: ...accuracy of the temperature reading may be affected by engine heat when riding slowly under 20 km h 12 mi h or when stopped at traffic signals etc Brightness control mode The brightness control mode...
Page 27: ...ine with the starter set this switch to and then slide the switch toward See page 5 1 for starting instructions prior to starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the en gine in case of an emerge...
Page 28: ...r move the shift pedal up To shift to the trans mission to a lower gear move the shift pedal down See page 5 2 EAU26826 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To app...
Page 29: ...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...
Page 30: ...Turn the key 1 4 turn counterclockwise remove it and then close the lock cover TIP 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 i...
Page 31: ...led fuel immedi ately NOTICE Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts ECA10072 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel ta...
Page 32: ...ol containing ethanol and that con taining methanol 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 beca...
Page 33: ...or burns Do not park the vehicle 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...
Page 34: ...on the front of the passenger seat into the seat holders as shown and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 2 Remove the key Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Remove the passeng...
Page 35: ...lmet to the vehicle To secure a helmet with the helmet holding cable 1 Remove the passenger seat See page 3 19 2 Remove the screwdriver from its holders on the passenger seat and then remove the helme...
Page 36: ...cable 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Remove the screwdriver then re move the helmet holding cable from the helmet 3 Store the cable under the seat by hooking the cable loops over the screwdriver insta...
Page 37: ...attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction a To decrease the spring pre...
Page 38: ...on 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 s...
Page 39: ...eat remove the pas senger seat 3 19 remove the straps from their hooks and then install the seat with the straps hanging out EAU70641 Auxiliary DC connector This vehicle is equipped with an auxil iary...
Page 40: ...act the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Yamaha s ignition circuit cut off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be...
Page 41: ...as stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may no...
Page 42: ...lowing points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connect...
Page 43: ...le grip free play and lubricate ca ble and grip housing 6 16 6 26 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 6 25 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check...
Page 44: ...ightened 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...
Page 45: ...hen pushing the start switch an 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 EAU83331 Sta...
Page 46: ...IP 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 ECA10261 Even with the transmissi...
Page 47: ...ould come on and then the clutch lever can be released WARNING EWA17380 Improper braking can cause loss of control or traction Al ways use both brakes and apply them smoothly Make sure that the motorc...
Page 48: ...e changed and the oil filter car tridge or element replaced ECA10303 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 6000 r min 1600 km 1000 mi and beyond The vehicle can now be operated nor...
Page 49: ...erforming 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...
Page 50: ...are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If y...
Page 51: ...EAU71051 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...
Page 52: ...ontrol system Check control system for dam age Replace if necessary 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 4...
Page 53: ...000 km 24000 mi 3 Air filter case check hose Clean 4 Clutch Check operation Adjust 5 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 6 Rear brake Check op...
Page 54: ...14 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease 15 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 16 Br...
Page 55: ...and con necting arm pivoting points Check operation 25 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 26 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 27 Cooling syst...
Page 56: ...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 30 Throttle grip hou...
Page 57: ...xcessive 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 Clea...
Page 58: ...e oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter car tridge replaced at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart...
Page 59: ...nd then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip...
Page 60: ...nd exhaust sys tem have cooled down NOTICE ECA11621 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel...
Page 61: ...EAU85450 Why Yamalube YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers passion and belief that engine oil is an impor tant liquid engine component We form teams of specialists in the fields...
Page 62: ...r voir cap Never attempt to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 4 Add coolant to the maximum level mark NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water in...
Page 63: ...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...
Page 64: ...is cold EAU64412 Tires Tires are the only contact 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...
Page 65: ...ing 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 Ya...
Page 66: ...approved for this model by Yamaha 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...
Page 67: ...odically check the clutch lever free play and if necessary adjust it as fol lows To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction...
Page 68: ...a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an acci dent EAU36505 Brake li...
Page 69: ...amaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disasse...
Page 70: ...er 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...
Page 71: ...drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 3 Push down on the drive chain un der the end of the drive chain guard 4 Measure distan...
Page 72: ...ward TIP Using the alignment marks on each side of the swingarm make sure that both drive chain slack adjusting plates are in the same position for proper wheel alignment 3 Tighten the axle nut and t...
Page 73: ...rive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chain as they may contain substances tha...
Page 74: ...alled 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 the cover or cable when washing the veh...
Page 75: ...should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly h...
Page 76: ...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 supp...
Page 77: ...ecking 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 wh...
Page 78: ...es 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...
Page 79: ...e electrical system and possibly a fire EWA15132 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 Backup fuse 2 for ECU...
Page 80: ...lb Do not touch the glass 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 ough...
Page 81: ...tall the headlight bulb cover then connect the coupler TIP When installing the headlight bulb cov er make sure the arrow mark faces up wards 6 Install the headlight unit as shown and then install the...
Page 82: ...e bulb by turning it counterclockwise 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pulling it out of the socket 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by turning it clockwis...
Page 83: ...OTICE Do not over tighten the screw otherwise the lens may break ECA11192 EAU59890 Replacing the license plate light bulb 1 Remove the license plate light unit by removing the nuts washers and collars...
Page 84: ...ccur during operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy proced...
Page 85: ...odic maintenance and adjustment 6 37 6 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or prop erty damage UB4CE1E0 book Page 37 Friday August 3 2018 10 57...
Page 86: ...ave 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 Ya...
Page 87: ...iss 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...
Page 88: ...ay be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas Genuine Yamaha care and main...
Page 89: ...h for hard to reach places NOTICE Use cold water if the vehicle has been exposed to salt Warm wa ter will increase salt s corrosive properties ECA26301 3 For windshield equipped vehicles Clean the win...
Page 90: ...nants left on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure there is no lubricant or wax on the brakes or tires If necessary wash the tires with warm water and a mild deter gent If necessary...
Page 91: ...is will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder wall with oil WARNING To prevent dam age or injury from sparking make sur...
Page 92: ...ity Oil change 2 30 L 2 43 US qt 2 02 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiato...
Page 93: ...ke Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical system System voltage 12 V Battery Model YTZ10S Voltage capacity 12 V 8 6 Ah 10 HR Headlight Bulb type...
Page 94: ...L 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 vehic...
Page 95: ...nd for research statisti cal analysis and development purpos es Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model the main data points are Vehicle status and engine perfor mance data Fuel inje...
Page 96: ...s related to the han dling of vehicle data Even in this case Yamaha will require the contractor to properly handle the vehicle data we provided and Yamaha will appropriate ly manage the data With the...
Page 97: ...Fuel tank overflow hose 3 17 Fuses replacing 6 31 H Handlebar switches 3 12 Hazard switch 3 12 Headlight bulb replacing 6 32 Helmet holding cable 3 20 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 12 I...
Page 98: ...charts 6 38 Turn signal indicator lights 3 3 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 35 Turn signal switch 3 12 V Valve clearance 6 16 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 29 Whee...
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Page 100: ...DIC183 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Original instructions PRINTED IN JAPAN 2018 08 0 7 1 CR E...