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TABLE OF CONTENTS

................... 1-1

................................... 2-1

Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instruments................. 2-3

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS

....................................... 3-1

assembly .................................... 3-16

Sidestand....................................... 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ......... 3-19

FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

............. 4-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS

................................. 5-1

Starting a cold engine .....................  5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................  5-3
Shifting ............................................  5-3
Tips for reducing fuel

consumption ................................ 5-4

Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT

................................... 6-1

Owner’s tool kit................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for

the emission control system ........ 6-3

General maintenance and

lubrication chart ........................... 6-4

Removing and installing the

panel ............................................ 6-7

Checking the spark plug..................  6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element .......  6-8
Coolant..........................................  6-13
Cleaning the air filter element

and check hose.......................... 6-14

Adjusting the engine idling

speed ......................................... 6-17

Checking the throttle grip free

play ............................................ 6-18

Valve clearance ............................. 6-18
Tires............................................... 6-18
Spoke wheels ................................ 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free

play............................................. 6-21

Checking the brake lever free

play............................................. 6-22

Checking the shift pedal ................ 6-23
Brake light switches ....................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear

brake pads.................................. 6-23

Checking the brake fluid level........ 6-24
Changing the brake fluid................ 6-25
Drive chain slack............................ 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the

drive chain .................................. 6-27

Checking and lubricating the

cables ......................................... 6-27

Checking and lubricating the

throttle grip and cable................. 6-28

Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers .............. 6-28

Checking and lubricating the

brake pedal................................. 6-29

Checking and lubricating the

sidestand .................................... 6-29

Lubricating the swingarm pivots .... 6-29
Checking the front fork................... 6-30
Checking the steering .................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings......... 6-31
Battery ........................................... 6-31

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Summary of Contents for WR450F 2014

Page 1: ...q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle WR450F 1DX 28199 E3 OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold EAU46091 ...

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

Page 4: ...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 easier or clearer WARNI...

Page 5: ... MANUAL 2014 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition February 2014 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan 1DX 9 E3 book 2 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 6: ... for the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 4 Removing and installing the panel 6 7 Checking the spark plug 6 7 Engine oil and oil filter element 6 8 Coolant 6 13 Cleaning the air filter element and check hose 6 14 Adjusting the engine idling speed 6 17 Checking the throttle grip free play 6 18 Valve clearance 6 18 Tires 6 18 Spoke wheels 6 20 Adjusting the clu...

Page 7: ...ight bulb 6 35 Replacing the auxiliary light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 37 Front wheel 6 37 Rear wheel 6 39 Troubleshooting 6 40 Troubleshooting charts 6 42 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 INDEX 10 1 1DX 9 E3 book 2 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 8: ...perly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 4 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to car ry the operator only No passengers This motorcycle is intended to use as a competition model including enduro usage This motorcycle is not designed nor intended for continuous Paved Road use Never use this motorcycle on highway motor way expressway I...

Page 9: ... keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet on the operator footrests during operation to maintain control of the motorcy cle 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 of a safety helmet is the single most critical factor in the preven tion or reduction of head injur...

Page 10: ... 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 Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check accessory mounts fre quently Properly adjust the suspension for your load suspension ad justab...

Page 11: ... they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle Wind may at tempt to lift the motorcycle or the motorcycle may become un stable in cross winds Certain accessories can dis place the operator from his or her normal riding position This improper position limits the free dom of movement of the oper...

Page 12: ...ot for example to rubber mount ed handlebars or turn signals or parts that could break Choose the location for the straps carefully so the straps will not rub against painted surfaces during transport The suspension should be com pressed somewhat by the tie downs if possible so that the motorcycle will not bounce exces sively during transport 1DX 9 E3 book 5 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 13: ...ter knob idle adjusting screw page 3 12 6 17 4 Battery page 6 31 5 Main fuse page 6 32 6 Air filter element page 6 14 7 Engine oil check bolt page 6 8 8 Shift pedal page 3 8 9 Engine oil filler cap page 6 8 10 Engine oil drain bolt oil tank page 6 8 11 Engine oil tank cap page 6 8 12 Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw page 3 14 1DX 9 E3 book 1 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 14: ...ce adjusting nut for fast compression damping page 3 16 3 Kickstarter page 3 12 4 Fuel tank cap page 3 9 5 Radiator cap page 6 13 6 Steering lock page 3 13 7 Coolant drain bolt page 6 13 8 Brake pedal page 3 9 9 Engine oil drain bolt crankcase page 6 8 10 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 24 11 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw page 3 16 12 Rear brake light switch page ...

Page 15: ...6 8 7 1 Clutch lever page 3 8 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 7 3 Multi function display page 3 2 4 Main switch page 3 1 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 24 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 7 7 Brake lever page 3 8 8 Throttle grip page 6 18 1DX 9 E3 book 3 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 16: ...h to OFF while the vehicle is moving otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident NOTICE ECA17831 Make sure that the main switch is in OFF with the engine turned off otherwise the battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly EAU49396 Indicator lights and warning lights EAU11021 Turn signal indicator ...

Page 17: ...e trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine If this oc curs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by pushing the main switch to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially wh...

Page 18: ... start of stopwatch measure ment TIP Be sure to push the main switch to ON before using the SLCT 1 SLCT 2 and RST buttons When the main switch is pushed to ON all of the display segments of the multi function display will ap pear and then disappear in order to test the electrical circuit For the U K only To switch the speedometer and odometer trip meter displays between kilometers and miles press ...

Page 19: ...rease the digits or SLCT 2 button to de crease the digits Pushing and holding either button will increase or decrease the digits continuously until the button is released If a button is not pushed within 30 seconds while setting the clock the clock will be set to the currently displayed time Changing from the basic mode to the measurement mode With the odometer selected push the SLCT 1 button and ...

Page 20: ... the SLCT 1 button and SLCT 2 button together to stop the stopwatch 3 To resume stopwatch counting push the SLCT 1 button and SLCT 2 button together To reset the stopwatch to zero push the RST button for at least two seconds TIP The stopwatch will continue counting when the vehicle is stopped To stop and or resume counting repeat steps 2 and 3 Auto start 1 Push the SLCT 1 button for at least two s...

Page 21: ...ding push the SLCT 1 button To decrease the read ing push the SLCT 2 button Pushing and holding either button will increase or decrease the reading continuously until the button is released TIP Calibrating the reading of the dis tance compensation tripmeter is possi ble regardless of the stopwatch operation Resetting the distance compensa tion tripmeter or the distance com pensation tripmeter in c...

Page 22: ...ss this switch to sound the horn EAU12661 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12713 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter See page 5 1 for start ing instructions prior to starting the en gine EAU52441 The ...

Page 23: ... is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle EAU41265 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the throttle grip The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting bolt Ad just the distance between the brake l...

Page 24: ...ycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal EAU13183 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap turn it counterclockwise and then pull it off To install the fuel tank cap insert it into the tank opening and then turn it clock wise WARNING EWA11092 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed after filling fuel Leaking fuel is a fire hazard Distance between the brake lever and ...

Page 25: ... parts ECA10072 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gaso line with care Never siphon gaso line by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas oline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor immedi ately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and water If gaso line spills...

Page 26: ...34 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 such as grass or other materials that easily burn Park the vehicle in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the hot exhaust system Make ...

Page 27: ... the starter EAU13651 Kickstarter To start the engine fold out the kick starter lever move it down lightly with your foot until the gears engage and then push it down smoothly but force fully This model is equipped with a pri mary kickstarter allowing the engine to be started in any gear if the clutch is disengaged However shifting the transmission into the neutral position before starting is reco...

Page 28: ...steering is locked and then remove the key from the lock To unlock the steering 1 Insert the key into the steering lock 2 Turn the key 1 2 turn in either di rection 3 Remove the key WARNING Never ride with the key inserted into the steering lock which may result in loss of control and an accident EWA16161 EAU53201 Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts and then slide the seat to the rear and pul...

Page 29: ...amping force To increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damp ing turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction a To decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the rebound damping turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in di rection b Compression damping force To increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres sion damping turn ...

Page 30: ...ndling and loss of sta bility may result When riding in extremely rough condi tions the air temperature and pressure in the front fork will rise This will in crease the spring preload and harden the front suspension If this occurs bleed the front fork as follows 1 Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 37 TIP When bleeding the front fork there should be no weight ...

Page 31: ...preload adjustment should be made by a Yamaha dealer since this service requires special tools and tech nical skills The specified settings are listed below The spring preload setting is deter mined by measuring distance A shown in the illustration The shorter the dis tance A is the higher the spring pre load the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload Rebound damping force To increase t...

Page 32: ...obtain a precise adjustment it is ad 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 18 click s in direction b Maximum hard 0 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction a a b 1 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping Compression damping setting for fast compression damping...

Page 33: ...aged or worn out shock absorber as sembly yourself Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service EAU15306 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations...

Page 34: ...nctions It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the sides tand is up but the clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sid estand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off ...

Page 35: ... engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden The neutral switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha d...

Page 36: ...is 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 breather hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connection 3 10 3 11 Engine oil Check oil level in oil tank If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 6 8 Coolant Check coolant level If necess...

Page 37: ... play and lubricate cable and grip housing 6 18 6 28 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 6 27 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain condition Lubricate if necessary 6 25 6 27 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 6 18 6 20 Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smo...

Page 38: ...ews are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 3 18 ITEM CHECKS PAGE 1DX 9 E3 book 3 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 39: ... an engine auto stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes In this case the multi function display indicates error code 70 but this is not a mal function Push the start switch to clear the error code and to restart the engine EAU52906 Starting a cold engine NOTICE ECA11043 For maximum engine life never ac celerate hard when the engine is cold In order for the ignition...

Page 40: ...e starter motor try us ing the kickstarter NOTICE ECA17802 If the starter motor will not turn when the start switch is pushed stop pushing it immediately in order to avoid placing extra load on the start er motor and start the engine by us ing the kickstarter TIP Use the kickstarter when the ambient temperature is below 10 C 50 F or when at high altitude 5 When the engine is warm turn the starter ...

Page 41: ...art at high altitude start the engine with the throttle grip opened by one degree or two degrees The mark on the throttle housing indicates five degrees Use the mark for your reference when opening the throttle grip EAU16672 Shifting Shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power available for starting off accelerating climbing hills etc The gear positions are shown in the il lustratio...

Page 42: ...ngine speeds with no load on the engine Turn the engine off instead of let ting it idle for an extended length of time e g in traffic jams at traffic lights or at railroad crossings EAU52941 Engine break in WARNING EWA10322 Failure to properly maintain the ve hicle or performing maintenance ac tivities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle ...

Page 43: ... one hour of break in op eration is necessary Piston rings or transmission gears These parts require about 30 minutes of break in operation at half throttle or less Observe the condition of the engine carefully during operation If any engine trouble should oc cur during the engine break in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi cle EAU52412 Parking When parking stop the engine by p...

Page 44: ...f 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 2 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA15461 Brake...

Page 45: ...r 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 1DX 9 E3 book 2 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 46: ...ata and technical skills EAU52511 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 3000 km 1800 mi or 3 months 5000 km 3000 mi or 6 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plug Check condition Clean and regap Replace if necessary 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adj...

Page 47: ...e limit 5 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage Check for correct routing and clamping Replace Every 20000 km 12000 mi or every two years 6 Brake fluid Replace Every 2 years 7 Wheels Check runout spoke tightness and for damage Tighten spokes if necessary 8 Tires Check tread depth and for damage Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 9 Wheel bearings Check bearing for loosene...

Page 48: ...akage 20 Shock absorber assembly Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage 21 Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points Check operation 22 Engine oil Change Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 23 Engine oil filter element Replace 24 Cooling system Check hoses for cracks of damage Replace if necessary Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change wit...

Page 49: ...ers and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every two years and if cracked or damaged 26 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 27 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 28 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam NO ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS AN...

Page 50: ...y by a Yamaha dealer Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode it should be removed and checked in ac cordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can re veal the condition of the engine The porcelain insulator around the cen ter electrode of the spark plug should be a medium to light tan the ideal color when the ...

Page 51: ...ter ele ment replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubri cation chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Wait a few minutes until the oil set tles remove the engine oil t...

Page 52: ...v el mark continue to the next step If the engine oil level is below the minimum level mark remove the engine oil filler cap and add the recommended oil to bring the en gine oil level above the minimum level mark 5 Place an oil pan under the engine and then remove the engine oil check bolt and gasket 6 The engine oil level should be be low the level of the check bolt hole If any oil does come out ...

Page 53: ... the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine guard by re moving the bolts 5 Remove the engine oil tank cap and the engine oil filler cap 6 Remove the engine oil drain bolts and their gasket to drain the oil from the oil tank and crankcase 7 Remove the engine oil filter ele ment drain bolt and its gas...

Page 54: ...then tighten the bolts to the specified torques 12 Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the engine oil tank cap and the oil filler cap 1 Engine oil filter element drain bolt 2 Gasket 2 1 1 Oil filter element cover 2 Oil filter element cover bolt 1 Oil filter element cover 2 Oil filter element 3 O ring 1 2 1 2 3 3 3 Tightening torque Oil filter...

Page 55: ...o allow the oil to settle Use the engine oil tank cap and dipstick to confirm that the engine oil level is correct 15 Install the engine guard by install ing the bolts NOTICE ECA11232 After changing the engine oil make sure to check the oil pressure as de scribed below Loosen the bleed bolt Start the engine and keep it idling until oil flows out If no oil comes out after one minute turn the engine...

Page 56: ...adiator filler neck The level will change with variation of engine temper ature 3 If the coolant is below the correct coolant level add coolant and then install the radiator cap NOTICE If coolant is not avail able 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 cool ant replace it with coolant as ...

Page 57: ...hicle for coolant leakage If coolant is leaking have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system EAU52933 Cleaning the air filter element and check hose The air filter element should be cleaned or replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart Clean or if necessary re place the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas...

Page 58: ... handle it gently and carefully and do not twist or wring it ECA10512 4 Apply oil of the recommended type to the entire surface of the sponge material and then squeeze the ex cess oil out TIP The sponge material should be wet but not dripping 5 Pull the sponge material over the air filter element frame TIP Align the projection on the air filter element frame with the hole in the sponge material 1 ...

Page 59: ... may become excessively worn ECA10482 TIP Align the projection on the air filter ele ment with the hole in the air filter case 7 Place the holding clip in the origi nal position TIP Hook the holding clip so that it contacts the filter guide projections 8 Close the air filter case cover and then tighten the quick fastener screw To clean the air filter check hose 1 Check the hose at the bottom of th...

Page 60: ...tion coil which is located in the spark plug cap 2 Check the engine idling speed and if necessary adjust it to spec ification by turning the starter knob idle adjusting screw To in crease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction a To decrease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction b TIP If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as described above have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 61: ...ires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to 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...

Page 62: ... been used or have only been used occasion ally Cracking of the tread and sidewall rubber sometimes accompanied by carcass deformation is an evidence of ageing Old and aged tires shall be checked by tire specialists to ascertain their suitability for further use WARNING EWA10462 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and design other wise the handling characteristics of the vehicle ma...

Page 63: ...wheels WARNING EWA10611 The wheels on this model are not de signed for use with tubeless tires Do not attempt to use tubeless tires on this model To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motorcy cle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends warpage or oth er damage and the spokes for looseness or damage befo...

Page 64: ... in direction b TIP If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as described above skip steps 2 5 2 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 3 Slide the rubber cover back further down the clutch cable and then loosen the locknut 4 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting nut in direction a To decrease the clutch...

Page 65: ... 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 hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an acci de...

Page 66: ...ce To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b 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 EAU22432 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided wit...

Page 67: ...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 EWA15991 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 braki...

Page 68: ...ealer check the cause before further riding EAU52953 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced every 20000 km 12000 mi or every two years or whenever they are damaged or leaking EAU22762 Driv...

Page 69: ...s other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or breakage To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack with in the specified limits ECA10572 TIP Using the alignment marks on each side of the swingarm 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 M...

Page 70: ...1122 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 before each ride...

Page 71: ...d Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from water 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 EAU23144 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before ea...

Page 72: ...uld 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 EAUM1653 Lubricating the swingarm pivots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic m...

Page 73: ... check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10591 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23284 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubricatio...

Page 74: ...since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large quan tities of water or milk and im mediately call a physician EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt medical att...

Page 75: ... month and fully charge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before in stallation NOTICE When install ing the battery be sure the main switch is pushed to OFF then connect the positive lead before connecting the negative lead ECA17771 4 After installation make sure that the battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals NOTICE ECA16531 Always keep the battery charged Storing ...

Page 76: ...adlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transpar ency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage hi...

Page 77: ... bulb cover and then connect the coupler 6 Install the headlight cowling to gether with the headlight unit by placing it in the original position and then installing the bolts 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24182 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED type tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it 1 Headli...

Page 78: ... push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screw NOTICE Do not over tighten the screw otherwise the lens may break ECA11192 EAU24314 Replacing the license plate light bulb 1 Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws 2 Remove the license plate light bulb socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 1 Screw 2 Turn signal light lens...

Page 79: ...f the auxiliary light bulb burns out re place it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit See page 6 33 2 Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in 6 Install the headlight unit 1 License plate light unit 2 License plate ...

Page 80: ...nal motorcycle stand is not available by placing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand or if a motor cycle stand is not available by placing a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side ...

Page 81: ...701 2 Lift the wheel up between the fork legs TIP Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before install ing the brake caliper onto the brake disc 3 Insert the wheel axle from the right hand side 4 Install the axle nut 5 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground and then put the sidestand down 6 Tighten the axle nut to the speci fied torque 7 Tighten the front wheel axl...

Page 82: ...rd and then remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket TIP The drive chain does not need to be disassembled in order to remove and install the rear wheel 7 While supporting the brake caliper pull the wheel axle out 8 Remove the drive chain pullers spacers and the wheel NOTICE Do not apply the brake after the wheel and brake disc have been removed otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut ECA...

Page 83: ...from the factory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary...

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Page 85: ...aha dealer 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 Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the compression Dry Wet Operate the electric starter or the kickstarter The engine does not start Check the ignition Ope...

Page 86: ...g 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 coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the cooli...

Page 87: ...over the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug cap are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets sprock ets the drive chain and w...

Page 88: ...sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during winter are extremely corrosive in combination with water c...

Page 89: ...rts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad vice on what products to use Washing rainy weather or humid climates can cause the headlight lens to fog Turning the headlight on for a short period of time will help remove the moisture from the lens EAU43203 Storage Short term Always store y...

Page 90: ...ug cap WARNING To prevent damage or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug elec trodes while turning the en gine over EWA10952 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the sidestand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground Altern...

Page 91: ...r JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Without oil filter element replacement 0 95 L 1 00 US qt 0 84 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 00 L 1 06 US qt 0 88 Imp qt Cooling system Radiator capacity including all routes 1 04 L 1 10 US qt 0 92 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 7 2 L 1 90 US gal 1 58 Imp ...

Page 92: ...wheel Rim size 21x1 60 Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 18x2 15 Front brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right hand operation Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot operation Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Spring shock absorber type Coil spring oil damper Wheel travel 300 mm 11 8 in Rear suspension Type Sw...

Page 93: ...nse plate light 12 V 5 0 W 1 Meter lighting EL Electroluminescent Neutral indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 High beam indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Turn signal indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Fuse Main fuse 15 0 A 1DX 9 E3 book 3 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 94: ...E IDENTIFICATION 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 EAU26441 Engine ...

Page 95: ...1 Model label The model label is affixed to the loca tion shown Record the information on this label in the space provided This in formation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 Model label 1 1DX 9 E3 book 2 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

Page 96: ... replacing 6 32 H Handlebar switches 3 7 Headlight bulb replacing 6 33 High beam indicator light 3 2 Horn switch 3 7 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 19 Indicator lights and warning lights 3 1 K Kickstarter 3 12 L License plate light bulb replacing 6 35 M Main switch 3 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 6 4 Maintenance emission control system 6 3 Matte color cauti...

Page 97: ...4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Turn signal switch 3 7 V Valve clearance 6 18 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 31 Wheel front 6 37 Wheel rear 6 39 Wheels 6 20 1DX 9 E3 book 2 ページ２０１４年２月１７日月曜日午後２時２１分 ...

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