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Operation and important riding points

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EAU91411

Starting the engine

The  ignition  circuit  cut-off  system will
enable starting when:

the  transmission  is  in  the  neutral
position or

the  transmission  is  in  gear,  the
sidestand is up, and the clutch le-
ver is pulled.

To start the engine

1. Turn  the  main  switch  on  and  set

the engine stop switch to the run
position.

2. Confirm the indicator and warning

light(s)  come  on  for  a  few  sec-
onds, and then go off. (See page
4-5.)

TIP

Do not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.

The oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature  warning  light  should
come on and stay on until the en-
gine is started.

The  ABS  warning  light  should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 5 km/h (3
mi/h).

NOTICE

ECA24110

If  a  warning  or  indicator  light  does
not work as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

3. Shift  the  transmission  into  the

neutral position.

4. Start  the  engine  by  pushing  the

start switch.

5. Release the start switch when the

engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the  switch  again  to  allow  battery
voltage to restore.

TIP

If the engine fails to start, try again with
the throttle grip turned by a 1/4 turn (20
degrees) open.

NOTICE

ECA11043

For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate  hard  when  the  engine  is
cold!

1. 1/4 turn (20 degrees)

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Summary of Contents for MTN890

Page 1: ...is vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold EAU46091 EAU46091 在使用这电单车以前 请充分使用这小手册 这手册须付与电单车一起 EAU46091 Baca buku panduan dengan teliti sebelum mengendalikan motosikal ini Buku panduan diberi bersama dengan pembelian motosikal ...

Page 2: ...s 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 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 c...

Page 3: ...used to alert you to potential 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 ea...

Page 4: ...U10202 MTN890 OWNER S MANUAL 2021 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition March 2021 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Malaysia ...

Page 5: ...ation and important riding points 6 1 Engine break in 6 1 Starting the engine 6 2 Shifting 6 3 Tips for reducing fuel consumption 6 4 Parking 6 5 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7 1 Tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance charts 7 3 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 5 Checking the spark plugs 7 9 Canister 7 10 Engine oil 7 10 W...

Page 6: ...s 7 28 Battery 7 28 Replacing the fuses 7 30 Vehicle lights 7 32 License plate light 7 32 Supporting the motorcycle 7 32 Troubleshooting 7 33 Troubleshooting chart 7 34 Motorcycle care and storage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Diagnostic connector 10 2 Vehicle data recording 10 2 Index 11 1 ...

Page 7: ...training courses nearest you 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 5 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passen ger The failure of motor...

Page 8: ... rests during operation to 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 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 o...

Page 9: ...distribu tion of the motorcycle 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 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 se...

Page 10: ...rmed to your vehicle that change 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 forma...

Page 11: ...ing and replacing your tires 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 equipped is in the off position and that there are no fuel leaks Shift the transmission into gear for models with a manual trans mission Secure the motorcycle with tie downs ...

Page 12: ... Spring preload adjuster page 4 26 2 Compression damping force adjuster page 4 26 3 Battery page 7 28 4 Seat page 4 24 5 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 28 6 Spring preload adjuster page 4 28 7 Shift pedal page 4 18 8 Engine oil drain bolt page 7 10 ...

Page 13: ...page 4 21 3 Spring preload adjuster page 4 26 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 26 5 Coolant reservoir page 7 13 6 Engine oil level check window page 7 10 7 Engine oil filler cap page 7 10 8 Brake pedal page 4 19 9 Rear brake light switch page 7 19 10 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 7 20 ...

Page 14: ... 4 6 5 7 8 3 1 Clutch lever page 4 18 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 3 3 Main switch steering lock page 4 2 4 Instrument panel page 4 5 4 9 5 Right handlebar switches page 4 3 6 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 20 7 Throttle grip 8 Brake lever page 4 19 ...

Page 15: ...is saved when the vehicle is turned off The D MODE is controlled by the MODE switches see page 4 4 for more information EAU91432 TCS MODE This model is equipped with adjustable traction slide and lift control systems TCS SCS and LIF These are grouped together into TCS MODE TCS MODE has 4 settings TCS MODE M is customizable in the settings MENU see page 4 15 TCS The traction control system helps ma...

Page 16: ... a sharp lean angle or while braking and cannot prevent front wheel slip ping As with any vehicle approach surfaces that may be slippery with caution and avoid especially slip pery surfaces When the vehicle power is on the trac tion control system automatically turns on The traction control system can be turned on or off manually only when the key is in the ON position and the motorcycle is stoppe...

Page 17: ...ore normal shifting can be done even when QSS is set to on Check the QS indicator for current status and usability information Upshifting conditions Vehicle speed of at least 20 km h 12 mi h Engine speed of at least 2200 r min Accelerating open throttle Downshifting conditions Vehicle speed of at least 20 km h 12 mi h Engine speed of at least 2000 r min Engine speed sufficiently away from red zone...

Page 18: ...speed data BC1 is designed to engage and maximize braking when the vehicle is upright BC2 uses additional data from the IMU to regulate applied brake power when cornering to suppress lateral wheel slip WARNING EWA20891 The brake control system is not a substitute for the use of proper rid ing and braking techniques The brake control system cannot pre vent all loss of traction due to over braking f...

Page 19: ...e regis tered TIP 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 interfer ence NOTICE ECA11823 DO NOT LOSE THE CODE RE REG ISTERING KEY CONTACT YOUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re registering key is lost the existing standard keys can sti...

Page 20: ... engine can be started The key 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 systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is moving Otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off...

Page 21: ... ly To unlock the steering Push the key in and turn it to OFF EAU66055 Handlebar switches Left Right 1 Push 2 Turn 1 2 1 Pass switch 2 Dimmer switch 3 Turn signal switch 4 Hazard switch OFF 5 Horn switch 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 1 MODE up switch 2 MODE switch 3 MODE down switch 1 Stop Run Start switch 2 Wheel switch 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 2 2 ...

Page 22: ...s are used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is stopped where it might be a traffic haz ard The hazard lights can be turned on or off only when the key is in the ON po sition You can turn the main switch to the OFF or LOCK position and the hazard lights will continue to flash To turn off the hazard lights turn the main switch to the ON position and oper ate the haz...

Page 23: ...d press the wheel switch in towards the handlebar to select items indicated by the cursor and con firm settings changes Press and hold the switch inward to reset selected items TIP If the wheel switch is not operated for a certain period of time the cursor will disappear For items that can be reset leave the cursor over the item press and hold the switch to reset See page 4 9 for more information ...

Page 24: ...e a Yamaha dealer check the on board diagnostic system The electri cal circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the vehicle power on The light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the light does not come on initially when the ve hicle power is turned on or if the light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle NOTICE ECA26820 If the MIL starts flashing reduce e...

Page 25: ... is turned off and 30 seconds have passed the indicator 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 TIP When the vehicle is turned on this light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the light does not come on or if the light remains on have a...

Page 26: ...s started If a malfunction is detected this light will come on and the oil pres sure icon will flash NOTICE ECA22441 If the oil pressure and coolant warn ing light does not go off after start ing the engine or if it comes on while the engine is running stop the vehi cle and engine immediately If the engine is overheating the coolant temperature warning icon will come on Let the en gine cool Check ...

Page 27: ... distract the opera tor and increase the risk of an acci dent Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed TIP The display can be switched between kilometers and miles See Unit on page 4 17 1 Tachometer 2 Speedometer 3 Quick shift indicator QS 4 Transmission gear display 5 Vehicle information displays 6 Settings MENU icon 7 Grip warmer indicator option 8 Brake control icon BC 9 ...

Page 28: ...play will highlight grey Rotate the wheel switch to choose a different display item Push the wheel switch inward to con firm the new display item TIP ODO will lock at 999999 and can not be reset TRIP1 and TRIP2 will reset to 0 and begin counting again after 9999 9 has been reached When the fuel tank reserve level has been reached F TRIP ap pears automatically and begins recording distance traveled...

Page 29: ...rged and displayed on the right can be ad justed using the MODE up down switches Use the MODE switch to toggle left right between TCS MODE and D MODE See page 3 1 for information on D MODE and TCS MODE settings TIP When the malfunction indicator light the auxiliary system warning or the coolant temperature warning are on D MODE and TCS MODE cannot be adjusted The previously selected modes will be ...

Page 30: ...and down to adjust the temperature level Press the wheel switch inward to con firm the temperature level and exit the grip warmer function NOTICE ECA17932 Be sure to wear gloves when using the grip warmers Do not use the grip warmers in warm weather If the handlebar grip or throttle grip becomes worn or dam aged stop using the grip warm ers and replace the grips The function of the wheel switch ca...

Page 31: ...rror mode warning will appear as follows Err and indicator light indicates an ECU error Err only indicates an ABS ECU error TIP Depending on the nature of the error the display may not function properly and TCS settings may be impossible to change Additionally ABS may not function properly Use extra care when braking and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle immediately Auxiliary system warning T...

Page 32: ...ayed Exiting the settings menu by pressing and holding the wheel switch may not save set tings changes Display Setting This module allows you to switch the lap time mode and tachometer color mode ON OFF When the lap time mode is selected the twin vehicle information displays on the main screen will display a lap timer and a lap counter To exit the lap time mode the turn lap timer OFF in the displa...

Page 33: ...ol TIP TCS can only be turned on or off via the main screen using the MODE switches SCS and LIF can be turned off in dependently of TCS for TCS MODE M When TCS MODE has been set to OFF on the main screen TCS SCS and LIF are all turned off to gether SCS SCS can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 OFF turns the slide control system off setting level 1 provides the least amount of system intervention and setting...

Page 34: ...hen be used when shifting in that direction TIP If the QSS setting cannot be changed turn the engine off with the gear posi tion set to neutral then change the set ting Shift Indicator This module allows a custom shift indi cator to be set When the engine r min rotations per minute are in the speci fied range the gear indicator will flash This module has 3 options IND Mode the shift indicator can ...

Page 35: ...witch the display between metric and imperial measurement units When using kilometers the fuel con sumption units can be changed be tween km L or L 100km When using miles MPG will be available Temperature units can be switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit Brightness This module allows you to adjust the general brightness level of the display screen Select the desired brightness level by rotating...

Page 36: ...gage the drivetrain from the engine such as when shifting gears pull the clutch lever toward to the han dlebar Release the lever to engage the clutch and transmit power to the rear wheel TIP The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth shifting See page 6 3 EAU83690 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle To shift the transmission to a higher ...

Page 37: ... 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 push the brake lever away from the throttle grip and rotate the adjusting dial Make sure the setting number on the adjust ing dial aligns with the match mark on the brake lever EAU12944 Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right side of the moto...

Page 38: ...ll re duce braking effectiveness WARNING EWA16051 Always keep a sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead to match the riding speed even with ABS The ABS performs best with 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 hydraulic unit is monitored by the ABS ECU which will revert the sys tem to convent...

Page 39: ...l inserted push down the fuel tank cap 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 is not properly closed and locked WARNING EWA11092 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed after filling fuel Leaking fuel is a fire hazard 1 Rear whee...

Page 40: ...nk 3 Wipe up any spilled 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 tank cap WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline is poisonous and can cau se injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale...

Page 41: ...vehicle performance problems NOTICE ECA11401 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 EAU86160 Fuel tank overflow hose The overflow hose drains excess gaso line and directs it safely away from the vehicle Before operating the vehicle Check the fuel tank overflow hose ...

Page 42: ...ians or children are not likely to touch the hot exhaust 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 EAU57992 Seat To remove the seat 1 Open the seat lock cover insert the key into the seat lock and then turn the key counterclockwise 2 While holding the k...

Page 43: ...on The rider footrests can be adjusted to one of two positions From the factory the footrests are in the low position Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the posi tions of the rider footrests EAU46833 Handlebar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one of two positions to suit the rider s pref erence Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the position of the handlebar 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 2 2 1 1 1 Handleb...

Page 44: ...ion b to decrease the spring preload The spring preload setting is deter mined by measuring distance A shown in the illustration The shorter distance A is the higher the spring pre load the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload Rebound damping force The rebound damping force is adjust ed on the right fork leg only Turn the adjusting screw in direction a to increase the rebound damping ...

Page 45: ...g force To set the compression damping for ce turn the adjuster in direction a until it stops and then count the clicks in di rection b TIP Be sure to perform this adjustment on the left fork leg TIP When turning the damping force adjuster in direction a the 0 click position and the 1 click position may be the same When turning the damping force adjuster in direction b it may click beyond the stat...

Page 46: ...ond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload Turn the adjusting ring in direction a to increase the spring preload Turn the adjusting ring in direction b to decrease the spring preload Align the appropriate notch in the ad justing ring with the position indicator on the shock absorber TIP Use the special wrench and extension bar in the tool kit to make this adjust ment 1 Spring preload adjus...

Page 47: ...n 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 excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder...

Page 48: ...ght TIP The 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 g...

Page 49: ...tem prevents in gear engine starts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sidestand be lowered while the trans mission is in gear Periodically check this system via the following procedure TIP This check is most reliable if per formed with a warmed up engine See pages 4 2 and 4 3 for switch operation information ...

Page 50: ...ne stall After the engine has 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 not be working The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The clutch switch may not be working The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a...

Page 51: ... this vehicle check the following 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 connection 4 22 4 23 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 10 Coolant Check coolant level in rese...

Page 52: ...ables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 24 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain condition Lubricate if necessary 7 22 7 24 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 15 7 17 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 7 ...

Page 53: ...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 4 30 E G A P S K C E H C M E T I ...

Page 54: ...ve 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 EAU17094 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 5300 r min NOTICE After 1000 km 600 mi of operation the engine oil must be...

Page 55: ... perature warning light should come on and stay on until the en gine is started The ABS warning light should come on and stay on until the ve hicle reaches a speed of 5 km h 3 mi h NOTICE ECA24110 If a warning or indicator light does not work as described above have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5...

Page 56: ...ion into the neutral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it This model is equipped with a quick shift system See page 3 3 NOTICE ECA22521 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off nor tow the motorcycle for long distances The transmission is properly lu brica...

Page 57: ... neutral indicator light should 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 motorcycle and the engine have sufficiently slowed before shifting to a low er gear Engaging a lower gear when the vehicle or engine speed is too high could make the rear wheel lo...

Page 58: ...A10312 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 other flammable materials which might catch fire ...

Page 59: ... Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 1 3 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA154...

Page 60: ...s provided in the tool kit 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 you do not have the tools or experi ence required for a particular job have your Yamaha dealer perform it for you 1 Tool kit 1 ...

Page 61: ...ormed in stead 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 40000 km 24000 mi 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace 3 Valve clearance i m 0 0 0 4 2 m k 0 ...

Page 62: ... 6 Evaporative emis sion control 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 40000 km 24000 mi ...

Page 63: ... 0 4 y r e v E e c a l p e R 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 6 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage s r a e y 4 y r e v E e c a l p e R 7 Brake fluid s r a e y 2 y r e v E e g n a h C 8 Wheels Check runout a...

Page 64: ...semblies for looseness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease 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 lithiu...

Page 65: ...4 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 25 Engine oil lter car tridge Replace 26 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage s r a e y 3 y r e v E e g n a h C 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 29 Throttle grip Check operation Lubricate throttle grip housing tube guides NO ...

Page 66: ...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 30 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER RE...

Page 67: ...of elec trode 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 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...

Page 68: ... chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase To check the engine oil level 1 After warming up the engine wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle for an accurate reading 2 With the vehicle on a level ...

Page 69: ...he used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 4 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 5 Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge TIP Make sure that the O ring is pr...

Page 70: ...ent ECA10012 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 of me chanical engineering chemistry elec tronics and track testing and have them develop the engine together with the oil it will use Yamalube oils take full advantage of the base oil s...

Page 71: ...e only the coolant reser 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 instead Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine If water has been used instead of coolant replace it with cool ant as soon as possible other wise the...

Page 72: ... coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10382 EAU36765 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter element EAU44735 Checking the engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed and if necessary have it corrected by a Y...

Page 73: ...he 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 of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temp...

Page 74: ...d 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 optimal characteristics Tire information This model is equipped with tubeless tires and tire air valves Tires age even if they have not been used or have only been used occasion ally Cra...

Page 75: ...erva tively for approximately 100 km 60 mi after installing a new tire The tires must be warmed up before a high speed run Always adjust the tire air pres sure according to the operating conditions EAU21963 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends...

Page 76: ... clutch does not operate correctly have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism EAU37914 Checking the brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end If there is free play have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system WARNING EWA14212 A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hyd...

Page 77: ...should only be serviced by a Yamaha dealer EAU22393 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 and lubrication chart EAU36891 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicators which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav ing to disassemble the brake To check t...

Page 78: ...he brake pads as a set EAU40262 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary Front brake Rear brake WARNING EWA16011 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability Observe these precautions Insufficient brake fluid may al low ...

Page 79: ...rfaces or plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indi cate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause befo...

Page 80: ...ance A from the drive chain guard to the middle of the chain link be ing pressed down at position B 5 If distance A is incorrect adjust it as follows NOTICE Improper drive chain slack will overload the engine as well as other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or break age If distance A is more than 46 0 mm 1 81 in the chain can damage the frame swingarm and other parts T...

Page 81: ...garm make sure that both drive chain pullers are in the same position for proper wheel alignment 3 Tighten the axle nut then the lock nuts to their specified torques 4 Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position the drive chain slack is correct and the drive chain moves smoothly 1 Drive chain puller 2 Axle nut 3 Drive chain slack adjusting bolt 4 Locknut 5 Alignment marks 5 3 1...

Page 82: ...ate solvents ECA11122 2 Wipe the drive 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 that could damage the O rings ECA11112 EAU23098 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked...

Page 83: ...ttle grip housing should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44276 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake pedal Shift pedal Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease ...

Page 84: ...operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control Recommended lubrica...

Page 85: ...o check the condition Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handle bars several times to check if the front fork...

Page 86: ...r the steer ing EAU23292 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel bearings EAU50292 Battery The battery is located under the seat See page 4 24 This model is equipped with a V...

Page 87: ...tional electrical accessories 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 ...

Page 88: ... the fuse box cover by pressing inwards at the two points indicated on the cover and pulling upwards 3 Remove the blown fuse using the fuse puller 1 Fuse box 1 1 1 Ignition fuse 2 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Ignition fuse 4 Headlight fuse 5 ABS ECU fuse 6 Fuel injection system fuse 7 Electronic throttle valve fuse 8 Backup fuse 2 9 Main fuse 10 ABS motor fuse 11 ABS solenoid fuse 12 Radiator fan mot...

Page 89: ...uit in question to check if the device operates 7 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system NOTICE ECA27210 Do not drive while the fuse box cov er is removed 1 Fuse puller 1 1 Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Terminal fuse 1 2 0 A Headlight fuse 7 5 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 2 7 5 A Radiator fan motor fuse 15 0 A ABS...

Page 90: ...ilm or stickers to the headlight lens EAU24331 License plate light If the license plate light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit or replace the bulb EAU67131 Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a centerstand use maintenance stands when removing the front or rear wheel or when performing other maintenance that requires the motorcycle to st...

Page 91: ... 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 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...

Page 92: ...aler check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s 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 batter...

Page 93: ...en the hissing 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 C...

Page 94: ...s of heavy snowfall areas may 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 tenance products are sold under the YAMALUBE brand in many markets worldwide See your Yamaha dealer for addi tional cleaning tips NOTICE ECA26280 Improper cleaning can caus...

Page 95: ...ush or plastic bristle brush 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 windshield with a soft towel or sponge dampened with water and a pH neutral detergent If necessary use a high quality windshield cleaner or polish for motorcycles NOTICE Never ...

Page 96: ...ds WARNING EWA20660 Contaminants 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 clean the brake discs and pads with brake cleaner or acetone Before riding at higher speeds test the vehicle s braking per formance and cornering behav ior EAU83472 Storage...

Page 97: ...electrodes are grounded This 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 sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over EWA10952 e Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and then install the spark plug and the spark plu...

Page 98: ... JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 Imp qt With oil filter removal 3 20 L 3 38 US qt 2 82 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 28 L 0 30 US qt 0 25 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 1 72 L 1 82 US qt 1 51 Imp qt Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline E10 acceptable Octane number RON 95 Fuel tank capacity 14 L 3 7 US gal 3 ...

Page 99: ...ke Type Hydraulic single disc brake 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 Bulb wattage Headlight LED Brake tail light LED Front turn signal light LED Rear turn signal light LED Auxiliary light LED License plate light 5 0 W ...

Page 100: ...TION NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL 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 EAU26442 Engine serial numbe...

Page 101: ...sis of malfunctions and 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 injection and emission relat ed data This data will be uploaded only when a special Yamaha diagnostic tool is at tached to the vehicle such as when maintenance checks or service proce...

Page 102: ...n order to outsource services 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 consent of the vehicle owner Where obligated by law For use by Yamaha in litigation When the data is not related to an individual vehicle nor owner ...

Page 103: ...t fork checking 7 27 Fuel 4 22 Fuel consumption tips for reducing 6 4 Fuel level warning light 4 6 Fuel tank cap 4 21 Fuel tank overflow hose 4 23 Fuses replacing 7 30 H Handlebar position adjusting 4 25 Handlebar switches 4 3 Hazard switch 4 4 High beam indicator light 4 6 Horn switch 4 4 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 31 Immobilizer system 4 1 Immobilizer system ...

Page 104: ...ots lubricating 7 27 T TCS MODE 3 1 Throttle grip checking and lubricating 7 25 Tires 7 15 Tool kit 7 2 Troubleshooting 7 33 Troubleshooting chart 7 34 Turn signal indicator lights 4 6 Turn signal switch 4 4 V Valve clearance 7 15 Vehicle identification number 10 1 Vehicle lights 7 32 W Wheel bearings checking 7 28 Wheels 7 17 Y Yamalube 7 12 ...

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