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DIC183

XTZ12H

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

2BS-28199-73

[English (E)]

Summary of Contents for Super Tenere XTZ12H 2016

Page 1: ...DIC183 XTZ12H OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle 2BS 28199 73 English E ...

Page 2: ...EAU46091 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U2BS73E0 book Page 1 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 3: ...igh standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most cur rent product information available at the time of printing there may be minor discrepancies between you...

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 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 NO...

Page 5: ...AL 2016 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition August 2016 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U2BS73E0 book Page 2 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 6: ...he engine 6 1 Shifting 6 2 Engine break in 6 4 Parking 6 5 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7 1 Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Removing and installing cowlings 7 9 Checking the spark plugs 7 11 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 7 12 Final gear oil 7 15 Coolant 7 17 Air filter element 7 18 Checki...

Page 7: ... plate light bulb 7 36 Troubleshooting 7 37 Troubleshooting charts 7 38 Motorcycle care and storage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 4 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Diagnostic connector 10 3 Maintenance record 10 4 YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD MOTORCYCLE WARRANTY GUIDE 10 6 Index 11 1 U2BS73E0 book Page 2 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 8: ...contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer 1 2 11 10 9 12 3 4 7 6 8 5 U2BS73E0 book Page 1 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 9: ...Pa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Entre 90 kg 198 lb et charge maximale AVANT ARRIERE 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi 23P 21668 10 AVERTISSEMENT Un chargement incorrect risque de causer une perte de contrôle NE JAMAIS s asseoir sur le porte bagages Se reporter aux instructions données dans le Manuel du propriétaire CHARGE LIMITE DU PORTE BAGAGES 5 kg 11 lb 23P ...

Page 10: ...endommagé Nicht hier anheben Gepäckträger könnte beschädigt werden No lo levante por aquí el portaequipajes podría resultar dañado 23P 2815T 00 WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min Pump Octane R M 2 ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB EXCLUSIVEMENT I...

Page 11: ...ANSPOR T 506 23P 2816J 20 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT NEVER ride as a passenger if the passenger seat and grips are removed AUCUN passager ne doit rouler quand la selle du passager et les poignées sont déposées 12 11 10 U2BS73E0 book Page 4 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 12: ...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 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 motorists to detect and recogniz...

Page 13: ...d 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 Protective Apparel The majority of fatalities from motorcy cle accidents are the result of head in juries The use o...

Page 14: ...hat 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 exceed the maximum load limit Operation of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident When loading within this weight limit keep the following in mind Cargo ...

Page 15: ...ind 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 Carefully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance limit suspension travel steering travel or control opera tion or obscure lights or reflec tors Acc...

Page 16: ...FF 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 motorcycle with tie downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp and not f...

Page 17: ...ge 4 38 4 Final gear oil filler bolt page 7 15 5 Final gear oil drain bolt page 7 15 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 17 7 Shift pedal page 4 24 8 Engine oil drain bolt oil tank page 7 12 9 Engine oil drain bolt crankcase page 7 12 10 Engine oil filter cartridge page 7 12 U2BS73E0 book Page 1 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 18: ...page 4 34 4 Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt page 4 34 5 Fuses page 7 31 6 Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw page 4 34 7 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 8 Battery page 7 30 9 Engine oil filler cap page 7 12 10 Engine oil level check window page 7 12 11 Brake pedal page 4 25 12 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob page 4 36 U2BS73E0 book Page 2 Monday Se...

Page 19: ...ge 4 21 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 7 24 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 9 5 Auxiliary DC jack page 4 41 6 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 24 7 Right handlebar switches page 4 21 8 Brake lever page 4 24 9 Throttle grip page 7 19 10 Main switch steering lock page 4 2 U2BS73E0 book Page 3 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 20: ...ith the red bow for driving It should only be used for re registering the standard keys Always use a standard key for driving NOTICE ECA11822 DO NOT LOSE THE CODE RE REGISTERING KEY CONTACT YOUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY 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...

Page 21: ...e registering key red bow keep it in a safe place and only use it for code re registering EAU51501 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillights li cense plate light auxiliary lights and position lights come on and the engine can be started The key cannot be re moved TIP The headlights come on automatically when the engine is started and stay on until the key is ...

Page 22: ...g must be locked before 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 EAU4939B Indicator lights and warning lights 1 Push 2 Turn 1 2 1 Push 2 Turn 1 2 1 Left turn signal indicator light 2 Right turn signal indicator light 3 Oil level warning light 4 Engine trouble warning light 5 Anti lock Brake Sys...

Page 23: ...ed with a self diagnosis device for the oil level detection circuit If a problem is detected in the oil level detection circuit the oil level warning light will flash repeatedly If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU58401 Cruise control indicator lights SET These indicator lights come on when the cruise control system is activated See page 4 6 for a detailed explanation of the f...

Page 24: ...erts 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 a Yamaha dealer check the brake system and electri cal circuits as soon as possible TIP The ABS warning light will also come on while the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunction EAU58902 Tra...

Page 25: ...rol system This model is equipped with a cruise control system designed to maintain a set cruising speed The cruise control system operates only when riding in 3rd gear at speeds between about 50 km h 31 mi h and 100 km h 62 mi h 4th gear at speeds between about 50 km h 31 mi h and 150 km h 93 mi h or 5th or 6th gear at speeds between about 50 km h 31 mi h and 160 km h 100 mi h WARNING EWA16341 Im...

Page 26: ...h is released You can also manually increase your traveling speed using the throttle After you have accelerated you can set a new cruising speed by pushing the SET side of the setting switch If you do not set a new cruising speed when you return the throttle grip the vehicle will decelerate to the previously set cruising speed Deactivating the cruise control sys tem Perform one of the following op...

Page 27: ... the trac tion control system will work The start engine stop switch is set to the position The engine stalls The sidestand is lowered When traveling with a set cruising speed if the cruise control system is deactivated under the above condi tions the indicator light will go off and the SET indicator light will flash for 4 seconds and then go off When not traveling with a set cruising speed if the...

Page 28: ... dealer check it NOTICE ECA11591 If the display indicates an error co de the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage EAU59099 Multi function meter unit WARNING EWA12423 Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi function meter unit Changing 1 Cruise control system indicator light 2 Cruise control setting indicator light SET 3 En...

Page 29: ...dlebar These switches al low you to control or change the set tings of the multi function meter unit TIP Be sure to turn the key to ON before pushing the select switch menu switch MENU RESET but ton and TCS button Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed To switch between kilometers and miles see Selecting the units on page 4 17 Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine spe...

Page 30: ...ng operated in an environ mentally friendly fuel efficient manner The indicator goes off when the vehicle is stopped TIP Consider the following tips to reduce 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 indicator This indicator shows the current trans mission gear a...

Page 31: ...pages Push the select switch rotate between them You can select and arrange which items will be shown on each informa tion display page See page 4 17 The following items are available odometer tripmeters fuel reserve tripmeter estimated traveling range elapsed time air intake temperature coolant temperature 1 Drive mode indicator 1 1 Traction control system indicator 1 1 Information display 2 Disp...

Page 32: ...to the fuel reserve tripmeter TRIP F and start counting the dis tance traveled from that point In this case push the select switch to rotate among the information display pages in the following order TRIP F Display 1 Display 2 Display 3 TRIP F To reset a tripmeter push the RESET button briefly so that the tripmeter flashes and then push and hold the RESET button for 2 seconds TIP The fuel reserve ...

Page 33: ...h or when stopped at traffic signals etc Coolant temperature This shows the temperature of the coolant The coolant temperature will vary with changes in the ambient tem perature and engine load If the message Hi flashes stop the vehicle then stop the engine and let the engine cool See page 7 39 TIP The information display pages cannot be rotated when the engine overheat message Hi is flashing NOTI...

Page 34: ...ne liter of fuel L 100km shows how many liters of fuel is needed to travel 100 km TIP See Selecting the units on page 4 17 to change the kilometer based fuel consumption units or to switch to miles When traveling under 10 km h 6 mi h _ _ _ will be displayed NOTICE ECA15474 If there is a malfunction will be continuously displayed Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Setting mode The setting mode ...

Page 35: ... last oil change and the FREE 1 and FREE 2 maintenance intervals Check and reset the TIME 2 and TIME 3 timers These timers show the total elapsed time that the key has been in the ON position When the key is turned to OFF these timers stop counting but are not reset The maximum time that can be shown is 99 59 When the time trips ex ceed 99 59 they will reset and continue counting Switch the fuel c...

Page 36: ... MENU use the select switch to select L 100km or km L and then push the menu switch MENU again 4 Use the select switch to highlight and then push the menu switch MENU to return to the setting mode menu Selecting the information display page items 1 Use the select switch to highlight Display TIME 2 0 07 TIME 3 0 07 Time Trip MENU Maintenance Time Trip Unit Display Brightness Clock All Reset Unit km...

Page 37: ...s or if you are finished adjusting the information display page items use the select switch to highlight and then push the menu switch MENU to exit 6 Use the select switch to highlight and then push the menu switch MENU to return to the setting mode main screen Adjusting the multi function meter unit brightness 1 Use the select switch to highlight Brightness Display Display 1 Display 2 Display 3 D...

Page 38: ...e minute digits start flash ing 5 Use the select switch to set the minutes 6 Push the menu switch MENU to return to the setting mode main screen Resetting all of the display items 1 Use the select switch to highlight All Reset 2 Push the menu switch MENU 3 Use the select switch to highlight YES and then push the menu switch MENU TIP The odometer and the clock will not be reset Brightness MENU Main...

Page 39: ...ence If this error appears try the following 1 Use the code re registering key to start the engine TIP Make sure there are no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer ence which may prevent the engine from starting 2 If the engine starts turn it off and try starting the engi...

Page 40: ... drive mode switch Touring mode T The touring mode T is suitable for various riding conditions This mode allows the rider to enjoy smooth drivability from the low speed range to the high speed range Sports mode S This mode offers a sportier engine re sponse in the low to mid speed range compared to the touring mode EAU1234M Handlebar switches Left 1 Drive mode switch MODE MODE STOP RUN STA RT 1 1 ...

Page 41: ...e throttle cable is stuck EAU42342 The engine trouble warning light and ABS warning light may come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this does not in dicate a malfunction EAU12735 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn on the haz ard lights simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard lights are used in case of an em...

Page 42: ...lutch lever is located on the left side of the handlebar To disengage the clutch pull the lever toward the handlebar grip To engage the clutch release the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch lever position adjusting dial To adjust the distance between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip turn the adj...

Page 43: ...is being applied and the unified brake system is en abled but this does not indicate a malfunction The unified brake system does not function until the vehicle starts moving After coming to a stop while ap plying the brake lever the unified brake system is still enabled As further squeezing of the brake le ver will not increase the braking power of the rear brake apply the rear brake should furthe...

Page 44: ...as you would conventional brakes If the ABS is activated a pulsating sensation may be felt at the brake lever or brake ped al In this situation continue to apply the brakes and let the ABS work do not pump the brakes as this will 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...

Page 45: ...y be damaged resulting in improper performance of the ABS and the unified brake system EAU58942 Traction control system The traction control system helps maintain traction when accelerating on slippery surfaces such as unpaved or wet roads If sensors detect that the rear wheel is starting to slip uncon trolled spinning the traction control system assists by regulating engine power as needed until ...

Page 46: ...A16801 Use only the specified tires See page 7 19 Using different sized tires will prevent the traction control system from controlling tire rotation accurately Setting the traction control system WARNING EWA15441 Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the traction control system Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident...

Page 47: ...ridden however have a Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle as soon as possible EAU13075 Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover in sert the key into the lock and 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 ...

Page 48: ...el 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 a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor immediately If gasoline spills on your skin w...

Page 49: ...ssary Make sure that the end of each hose is not blocked and clean if necessary Make sure that the end of each hose is positioned outside of the cowling EAU13434 Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system WARNING EWA10863 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards s...

Page 50: ...rider seat and push the seat forward To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the rear of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown and then push the front of the seat down to lock it in place 2 Remove the key TIP Make sure that the rider seat is properly secured before riding The rider seat height can be ad justed to change the riding posi tion See Adjusting the rider seat height 1...

Page 51: ...out 3 Install the rider seat height posi tion adjuster so that the match mark is aligned with the L mark as shown 4 Insert the projection on the rear of the rider seat into seat holder A as shown To change the rider seat height to the high position 1 Remove the rider seat See page 4 31 2 Remove the rider seat height posi tion adjuster by pulling it out 1 Low position 2 High position 1 2 1 Rider se...

Page 52: ...tions To adjust the windshield height 1 Loosen the windshield height po sition adjusting knob on each side of the windshield until resistance is felt NOTICE Do not continue turning the knob after resis tance is felt Otherwise the knob could be damaged ECA20211 2 Pull the slide plate holders out ward and then adjust the height of the windshield 1 Rider seat height position adjuster 1 Rider seat hei...

Page 53: ...ise poor handling and loss of stability may result This front fork is equipped with spring preload adjusting bolts rebound damping force adjusting screws and compression damping force adjusting screws NOTICE ECA10102 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the ...

Page 54: ... increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the com pression damping turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction a To decrease the compression damp ing force and thereby soften the com pression damping turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction b 1 Spring preload adjusting bolt 1 Distance A 1 a b 1 Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 19 0 mm 0 75 in...

Page 55: ...TICE ECA10102 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjusting knob in direction a To decrease the spring preload and there by soften the suspension turn the ad justing knob in direction b NOTICE To avoid damaging the adjusting knob do not turn the adjusti...

Page 56: ...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 damage will result in poor damping performance Do not dispose o...

Page 57: ...ier WARNING EWA15482 Do not exceed the maximum load of 209 kg 461 lb for the ve hicle Do not sit on and never ride with a passenger on the standard or additional carrier Do not exceed the standard car rier capacity of 5 kg 11 lb Do not exceed the additional carrier capacity of 5 kg 11 lb NOTICE ECA16822 Do not lift the vehicle by either carri er EAU49491 Luggage strap holders There are four luggag...

Page 58: ...ff system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not function properly EAU54491 Ignition circuit cut off system The ignition circuit cut off system comprising the sidestand switch clutch switch and neutral switch has the following fun...

Page 59: ...e 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 checked by a Yamaha dealer The sid...

Page 60: ... blow or the battery may discharge This vehicle is equipped with an auxil iary DC jack A 12 V accessory connected to the auxiliary DC jack can be used when the key is in the ON position and should only be used when the engine is run ning To use the auxiliary DC jack 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap 3 Turn the accessory off 4 Insert the accessory plug into the auxiliary DC j...

Page 61: ... 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 4 29 4 30 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 12 Final gear oil Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 15 Coolant Check coolant level ...

Page 62: ...6 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 19 7 22 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 7 26 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 7 27 Centerstand sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lub...

Page 63: ... push ing 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 EAU54171 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 w...

Page 64: ...eck 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 short as possible to preserve the battery Do not crank the en gine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt NOTICE ECA11043 For maximum engine life never ac celerat...

Page 65: ... clutch lever 7 Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear TIP When shifting gears in normal operat ing conditions use the recommended shift points EAU58270 To decelerate 1 Release the throttle and apply both the front and the rear brakes smoothly to slow the motorcycle 2 At the recommended shift points shown in the following table shift to a lower gear 3 When the motorcycle r...

Page 66: ...engine overheating must be avoided EAU58990 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 3900 r min NOTICE After 1000 km 600 mi of operation the engine oil and final gear oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge or element re placed ECA10333 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 4700 r min 1600 km 1000 mi and beyond The vehicle can now be operated nor mally NOTICE ...

Page 67: ... 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 U2BS73E0 book Page 5 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 68: ...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 ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 2 2 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA15461 Brake discs calipers dru...

Page 69: ...ncluded in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench 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...

Page 70: ...3000 km 8000 mi or 12 months 19000 km 12000 mi or 18 months 25000 km 16000 mi or 24 months 31000 km 20000 mi or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace Every 19000 km 12000 mi or 18 months 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold Every 42000 km 26600 mi 4 Crankcase brea...

Page 71: ...ck the error codes 2 Air filter element Replace Every 37000 km 24000 mi 3 Clutch Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Correct if necessary 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 Check for correc...

Page 72: ...eness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease Every 25000 km 16000 mi 13 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if necessary 14 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 16 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 km 600 mi...

Page 73: ...tion and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 22 Rear suspension link pivots Check operation Correct if necessary 23 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 24 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 25 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change coolant Every 3 years No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 7000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 1...

Page 74: ...d levels and fill the reservoirs as required 26 Final gear oil Check oil level and for oil leak age Change at initial 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month and thereafter ev ery 25000 km 16000 mi or 24 months Change Change 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 29 Lights signals an...

Page 75: ... seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders caliper cylinders and clutch release cylinder every two years Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged U2BS73E0 book Page 8 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 76: ...ing needs to be removed and installed EAU55960 Cowling A To remove the cowling Remove the quick fastener screws and then pull the cowling off as shown To install the cowling 1 Fit the projections on the cowling into the matching holes in cowling B 1 Cowling A 2 Cowling B 1 2 1 Cowling C 1 1 Cowling A 2 Quick fastener screw 1 Projection 2 Matching hole 3 Cowling B 2 2 1 1 2 3 U2BS73E0 book Page 9 M...

Page 77: ...ng off To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position and then install the bolts and the quick fasteners 2 Install cowling A Cowling C To remove the cowling Remove the bolts and the nuts and then take the cowling off 1 Cowling B 2 Bolt 2 1 2 1 Quick fastener 1 1 Cowling C 2 Nut 3 Bolt 1 Cowling C 2 Nut 3 Bolt 2 3 1 1 2 3 U2BS73E0 book Page 10 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 78: ...hen the vehicle is ridden normally and all spark plugs installed in the engine should have the same color If any spark plug shows a dis tinctly different color the engine could be operating improperly Do not at tempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a Yamaha deal er check the vehicle If a spark plug shows signs of elec trode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits it should b...

Page 79: ...ed and the oil filter car tridge replaced at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on the center stand A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start the engine and warm it up for ten minutes until the engine oil has reached a normal temperature of 60 C 140 F and then turn the engine off 3 Wait ...

Page 80: ...t the used oil 6 Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 7 11 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 7 Remove cowling C See page 7 9 8 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 9 Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cart...

Page 81: ...nce the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any 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 14 Check the O ring for damage and replace it if necessary 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque...

Page 82: ... then check the oil level and correct it if necessary EAU20017 Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha deal er check and repair the vehicle In ad dition the final gear oil level must be checked and the oil changed as fol lows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWA1037...

Page 83: ...al gear oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tight en the bolt to the specified torque 5 Refill with the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole 6 Check the oil filler bolt gasket for damage and replace it if neces sary 7 Install the oil filler bolt and its gas ket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 8 Check the final gear case for oil leakage If oil is leakin...

Page 84: ...lant is at or below the mi nimum level mark remove the coolant reservoir cap WARNING Remove only the coolant reser voir cap Never attempt to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 4 Add coolant or distilled water to raise the coolant to the maximum level mark install the coolant res ervoir cap NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water instead Do not...

Page 85: ...adiator 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 Yamaha dealer Coolant reservoir capacity up to ...

Page 86: ...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 of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may caus...

Page 87: ...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 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 opt...

Page 88: ...res list ed below have been 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 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...

Page 89: ...hy draulic clutch adjusting the clutch le ver free play is not needed However it is necessary to check the hydraulic system for leakage before each ride If the clutch lever free play does become excessive and shifting becomes rough or clutch slippage occurs causing poor acceleration there may be air in the clutch system If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha deal er bleed the system...

Page 90: ...knowledge and ex perience 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 the brake pad wear...

Page 91: ...e 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 air to enter the brake sys tem reducing braking performance Clean the filler cap before re movin...

Page 92: ...al 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 before further riding EAU22754 Changing the brake and clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the bra...

Page 93: ...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 vehicle If the cable or cover becomes dirty wipe clean with a moist cloth EAU44276 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before...

Page 94: ...destand The operation of the centerstand and sidestand should be checked before each ride and the pivots and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubri cated if necessary WARNING EWA10742 If the centerstand or sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it Otherwise the centerstand or sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator resulting...

Page 95: ...ion chart To 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...

Page 96: ...enter stand WARNING To avoid inju ry securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steer ing EAU23292 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in...

Page 97: ... it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quick ly if the vehicle is equipped with op tional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a specia...

Page 98: ...9 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage WARNING Do not 1 ABS motor fuse 2 ABS motor spare fuse 3 Main fuse 4 Spare fuse 5 Cruise control fuse 6 Brake light fuse 7 Fuse box 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 1 Headlight fuse 2 ABS solenoid fuse 3 Electronic throttle valv...

Page 99: ...n have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Terminal fuse 1 3 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Brake light fuse 1 0 A Parking lighting fuse 7 5 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 20 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 20 0 A Backup fuse 7 5 A Electronic throttle valve fuse 7 5 A Fuel injection system fuse 20 0 A ABS solenoid fuse 20 0 A ABS control unit fuse 7 5 A...

Page 100: ...t bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner 1 Remove the headlight bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler 3 Unhook the headlight bulb holder and then remove the burnt out bulb 4 Place a new headlight bulb into position and then secure it with the bulb holder 5 Connect the headlight coupler 6 Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise ...

Page 101: ...l by removing the screws and the quick fastener screw 4 Remove the headlight unit cover by removing the bolts 5 Remove the headlight unit bolts then pull the headlight unit slightly out making sure that it remains supported NOTICE Be careful not to pull the headlight leads ECA16811 1 Windshield 2 Screw 1 2 2 1 Cover 1 Panel 2 Screw 3 Quick fastener screw 1 3 2 2 1 1 Headlight unit cover 2 Bolt 1 H...

Page 102: ...nstall the headlight unit cover by installing the bolts 12 Install the panel by installing the screws and the quick fastener screw 13 Install the cover 14 Install the windshield by installing the screws and then tightening them to the specified torque WARNING A loose windshield could cause an accident Be sure to tighten the screws to the specified torque EWA15511 1 Headlight lead 1 Auxiliary light...

Page 103: ... the license plate light unit bolts 2 Remove the license plate light bulb socket together with the bulb by turning it counterclock wise and then pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pulling it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in and then turning it clockwise until it stops 1 License plate light unit 2 License plate light uni...

Page 104: ...your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment 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 ...

Page 105: ...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 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 star...

Page 106: ... 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 cooling system for leak...

Page 107: ...he muffler outlet 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 and wheel axles Always rinse the di...

Page 108: ...onge 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 in combination with water car...

Page 109: ...or covering it WARNING EWA11132 Contaminants on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure that there is no oil or wax on the brakes or tires If necessary clean the brake discs and brake linings with a regular brake disc cleaner or acetone and wash the tires with warm water and a mild deter gent Before riding at higher speeds test the motorcycle s braking performance and cor nering be...

Page 110: ...ark plugs and then pla ce the spark plugs on the cylin der head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit sparking during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder walls 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 pl...

Page 111: ...Motorcycle care and storage 8 5 8 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the motorcycle U2BS73E0 book Page 5 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 112: ...tandard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 3 10 L 3 28 US qt 2 73 Imp qt With oil filter removal 3 40 L 3 59 US qt 2 99 Imp qt Final gear oil Type Yamaha genuine shaft drive gear oil SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 20 L 0 21 US qt 0 18 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 26 L 0 27 US qt 0 23 Imp qt Radiator including all routes ...

Page 113: ...passenger cargo and accessories Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Up to 90 kg 198 lb load Front 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 90 kg 198 lb load maximum load Front 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi Front wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 19M C x MT2 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 17M C x MT4 00 Unified brake system Oper...

Page 114: ...t LED Turn signal indicator light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light LED Cruise control SET indicator light LED Cruise control ON indicator light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Traction control system indicator warning light LED Fuse s Main fuse 50 0 A Terminal fuse 1 3 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Brake light fuse 1 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 20 0 A...

Page 115: ...NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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 EAU2644...

Page 116: ...ord this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label shows specifica tions related to exhaust emissions as required by federal law state law and Environment Canada 1 Model label 1 1 Key identification number...

Page 117: ...Consumer information 10 3 10 EAU69910 Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown 1 Diagnostic connector 1 U2BS73E0 book Page 3 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 118: ...der that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 7000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 13000 km 8000 mi or 12 months 19000 km 12000 mi or 18 months 25000 km 16000 mi or 24 months 31000 km 20000 mi or 30 months 37000 km 24000 mi or 36 months 43000 km 28000 mi or...

Page 119: ...ation 10 5 10 55000 km 36000 mi or 54 months 61000 km 40000 mi or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks U2BS73E0 book Page 5 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 120: ... transfer MUST be done by contacting the DEALER who will forward the following information to YAMAHA Section B Subsequent Owner The MOTORCYCLE has been fully assembled and set to the MANUFACTURER s operating specifications by a DEALER prior to DELIVERY to the CUSTOMER a The CUSTOMER has followed the break in and storage instructions contained in the Owner s Manual and all other instructions shown ...

Page 121: ...ble for special incidental or consequential damages howsoever caused whether by negligence or otherwise resulting directly or indirectly from the use of the MOTORCYCLE or the MOTORCYCLE having replacement parts or the unavailability of replacement parts YAMAHA does not assume or authorize any person to create or assume for YAMAHA any obligation or liability in connection with the MOTORCYCLE or any...

Page 122: ...7 28 Fuel 4 29 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose 4 30 Fuel tank cap 4 28 Fuses replacing 7 31 H Handlebar switches 4 21 Hazard switch 4 22 Headlight bulb replacing 7 33 High beam indicator light 4 4 Horn switch 4 22 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 39 Immobilizer system 4 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 4 6 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 3 K Key i...

Page 123: ...rning light 4 5 Troubleshooting 7 37 Troubleshooting charts 7 38 Turn signal indicator lights 4 4 Turn signal light and brake tail light 7 36 Turn signal switch 4 22 V Valve clearance 7 19 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty 10 6 Wheel bearings checking 7 29 Wheels 7 22 Windshield 4 33 U2BS73E0 book Page 2 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

Page 124: ...U2BS73E0 book Page 3 Monday September 12 2016 2 14 PM ...

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