Yamaha XSR900 2021 Operation Manual Download

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Periodic maintenance and adjustment

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further riding.

EAU22734

Changing the brake fluid

Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid every 2 years. In addition,
have the seals of the master cylinders
and brake calipers, as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or sooner if they are damaged or
leaking.



Brake seals: every 2 years



Brake hoses: every 4 years

EAU22762

Drive chain slack

The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.

EAU2277G

To check the drive chain slack

1. Place the motorcycle on the sides-

tand.

TIP

When checking and adjusting the drive
chain slack, there should be no weight
on the motorcycle.

2. Shift the transmission into the neu-

tral position.

3. Measure the drive chain slack as

shown.

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Summary of Contents for XSR900 2021

Page 1: ...q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle BAE 28199 12 LIT 11626 34 44 OWNER S MANUAL XSR900M XSR900MC BAE 9 12_Hyoshi indd 1 2020 08 05 11 02 52 ...

Page 2: ... other reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle Read this manual carefully before operating the vehicle This manual should stay with the vehicle i...

Page 3: ... To maintain these high 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 discr...

Page 4: ...tential 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...

Page 5: ...amaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition August 2020 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan P N LIT 11626 34 44 BAE 28199 12 book 2 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 6: ...e 6 2 Shifting 6 3 Parking 6 4 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7 1 Tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Checking the spark plugs 7 8 Canister for California 7 9 Engine oil 7 9 Why Yamalube 7 12 Coolant 7 12 Air filter element 7 13 Checking the engine idling speed 7 14 Checking the throttle grip free play 7 14 ...

Page 7: ...5 Troubleshooting chart 7 36 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 3 Vehicle data recording 10 3 Reporting safety defects 10 4 Motorcycle noise regulation 10 5 Maintenance record 10 6 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A 2020 AND LATER MODEL STREET DUAL PURPOSE MOTORCYC...

Page 8: ... on your vehicle They 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 7 4 5 6 2 3 BAE 28199 12 book 1 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 9: ...oper loading can cause loss of control Read owner s manual for proper loading 3JJ 28446 A1 WARNING 3 kg 7 lbs WARNING 29P 2816R 00 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 3 California only 2 California only 5 4 1 BAE 28199 12 book 2...

Page 10: ...e normal pressure should be set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 lbs load FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi 90kg 198 lbs maximum load FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi 14B 21668 00 7 6 BAE 28199 12 book 3 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 11: ...erly 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 car ry the operator and a passenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcyc...

Page 12: ...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 injuries Always wear an approved helmet Wear a face shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing or reducing abras...

Page 13: ...cycle as possible Se curely pack your heaviest items as close to the center of the vehicle as possible and make sure to distrib ute the weight as evenly as possi ble on both sides of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check accessory mounts a...

Page 14: ...proper weight distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area 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 due to aerody namic effects Wind may at tempt to lift the motorcycle or the motorcycle may become un stable in cross winds These ac cess...

Page 15: ...ched to solid parts of the motorcycle such as the frame or upper front fork triple clamp and not 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 no...

Page 16: ... 6 7 1 Spring preload adjuster page 4 20 2 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 22 3 Seat page 4 19 4 Storage compartment page 4 20 5 Spring preload adjuster page 4 22 6 Shift pedal page 4 13 7 Engine oil drain bolt page 7 9 BAE 28199 12 book 1 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 17: ...e 4 16 3 Spring preload adjuster page 4 20 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 20 5 Headlight page 7 32 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 12 7 Engine oil level check window page 7 9 8 Engine oil filler cap page 7 9 9 Brake pedal page 4 13 10 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 7 20 BAE 28199 12 book 2 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 18: ...h lever page 4 12 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 11 3 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 4 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 20 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 11 7 Throttle grip page 7 14 8 Brake lever page 4 13 BAE 28199 12 book 3 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 19: ...ht comes on automati cally when the engine is started 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 which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU1068B LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved...

Page 20: ...am of the headlight is switched on EAU11259 Oil level warning light This warning light comes on when the engine oil level is low To prevent en gine damage replenish the engine oil as soon as possible Even if the oil level is sufficient the warning light may flicker when riding on a slope or during sudden acceleration or deceleration but this is not a mal function If a problem is detected in the oi...

Page 21: ...rs have a Yamaha dealer check the on board diagnostic system TIP When the vehicle is turned on the light will 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 Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU69895 ABS warning light This warning light comes on when the vehicle is first turned on and goes off after starting riding If the warning light comes...

Page 22: ...drive mode display a traction control system display a multi function display TIP The QS icon does not function The multi function meter unit can be switched between kilometers and miles Set the multi function display to the odometer mode or a tripmeter mode and then press the bottom set button until the dis play changes Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed 1 Transmissio...

Page 23: ...shing refuel as soon as possible TIP If a problem is detected in the fuel tank electrical circuit the fuel level seg ments frame and will flash repeat edly Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Eco indicator This indicator comes on when the vehi cle is being operated in an environmen tally friendly fuel efficient manner The indicator goes off when the vehicle is stopped TIP Consider the following...

Page 24: ...been select ed 1 2 or OFF For more details on the TCS settings and on how to se lect them see page 4 15 Multi function display The multi function display is equipped with the following an odometer two tripmeters a fuel reserve tripmeter an instantaneous fuel consump tion display an average fuel consumption dis play a coolant temperature display an air temperature display a clock a brightness level...

Page 25: ...ng miles ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 TRIP F MPG AVE_ _ _ MPG _ _ C Air_ _ C Clock _ _ _ _ ODO TIP Push the top set button to switch the display in the reverse order The fuel reserve tripmeter TRIP F appears only when low on fuel When low on fuel the display automat ically changes to TRIP F and starts counting the distance traveled from that point If you do not reset the fuel reserve trip meter manually afte...

Page 26: ...om set button until the display changes To reset the average fuel consumption select it by pushing the bottom set but ton The average fuel consumption dis play will flash for a few seconds While the display is flashing push the top set button until the display is reset TIP After resetting the average fuel con sumption _ _ _ will be shown until the vehicle has traveled 1 km 0 6 mi Coolant temperatu...

Page 27: ...itch on 2 Switch the display to the clock 3 Push the bottom set button and top set button together for two sec onds and the hour digits will start flashing 4 Push the top set button to set the hours 5 Push the bottom set button and the minute digits will start flashing 6 Push the top set button to set the minutes 7 Push the bottom set button to con firm settings and start the clock TIP When settin...

Page 28: ... system with three mode selections STD A and B Push the drive mode switch MODE to switch between modes See page 4 12 TIP Before using D mode make sure you understand its operation along with the operation of the drive mode switch Mode STD Mode STD is suitable for various rid ing conditions This mode allows the rider to enjoy smooth and sporty drivability from the low speed range to the high speed ...

Page 29: ...lights push the switch in after it has re turned to the center position EAU12501 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU73391 Traction control system switch TCS With the throttle closed push this switch down to change from TCS 1 to 2 Push up to change from TCS 2 to 1 With the vehicle stopped push this switch up for two seconds to turn the system off Push down to turn the sys tem on TIP...

Page 30: ...ere it might be a traffic hazard NOTICE ECA10062 Do not use the hazard lights for an extended length of time with the en gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU73321 Drive mode switch MODE WARNING EWA18440 Do not change the drive mode while the vehicle is moving With the throttle grip closed press this switch to change the drive mode page 4 10 in the following order A B STD A TIP...

Page 31: ...throttle grip The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting dial To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the throttle grip push the brake lever away from the throttle grip and rotate the adjusting dial Make sure the setting number on the adjusting dial aligns with the match mark on the brake lever EAU12944 Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right side of t...

Page 32: ...d by an ECU which will revert the system to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagno sis test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehicle has traveled at a speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher During this test a clicking noise can be heard from the hy draulic control unit and if the brake lever or brake pedal is even sli...

Page 33: ...y dis abled Should this happen the indicator light and the warning light will come on The TCS display page 4 6 indicates the current TCS setting There are three settings TCS OFF TCS OFF turns the traction control system off TCS 1 TCS 1 minimizes traction control sys tem assist TCS 2 TCS 2 maximizes traction control as sist wheel spin is most strongly con trolled TIP Use the traction control switch...

Page 34: ...aler check the vehicle and turn off the warn ing light EAU13077 Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover in sert the key 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 With the key still inserted push down the fuel tank cap Turn the key 1 4 turn counterclockwise remove it and then close t...

Page 35: ...ce fuel may deteri orate painted surfaces or plastic 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 yo...

Page 36: ... the exhaust system EAU86250 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose The breather hose prevents a vacuum condition from forming within the fuel tank The overflow hose drains excess gaso line and directs it safely away from the vehicle Before operating the vehicle Check each hose connection Check each hose for cracks or damage and replace if necessary Make sure that the end of each hose is not bl...

Page 37: ...before do ing 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 key in that posi tion slide the seat backward and then lift the rear of the seat up and then pull the seat off To i...

Page 38: ...aximum load of 170 kg 375 lb for the ve hicle EAU62453 Adjusting the front fork WARNING EWA14671 Always adjust the spring preload on both fork legs equally otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result Each front fork leg is equipped with a spring preload adjusting bolt The right front fork leg is equipped with a re bound damping force adjusting screw NOTICE ECA10102 To avoid damaging t...

Page 39: ...tion a until it stops and then count the clicks in direction b 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 stated specifications however such adjustments are in effective and may damage the 1 Spring preload adjusting bolt 1 Distance A 1 1 a b a...

Page 40: ...ing 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 Rebound damping force Turn the adjusting screw in direction a 1 Spring preload adjusting ring...

Page 41: ...hock 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 of a damaged or worn out shock absorber as se...

Page 42: ...n certain situations See the following section for an expla nation of the ignition circuit cut off sys tem WARNING EWA10242 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the sides tand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Yamaha s ignition circuit cut off sys...

Page 43: ...er is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sides tand be lowered while the transmission is in gear Periodically check the system via the following procedure TIP This check is most reliable if per formed with a warmed up engine See pages 4 1 and 4 11 for switch operation information BAE 28199 12 book 25 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 44: ...er 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 Yamaha deal...

Page 45: ...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 and overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connections 4 17 4 18 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 9 Coolant Check coolant level in reserv...

Page 46: ...le and grip housing 7 14 7 24 Control cables 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 21 7 23 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 Lubricat...

Page 47: ...ments 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 24 ITEM CHECKS PAGE BAE 28199 12 book 3 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 48: ...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 5600 r min NOTICE After 1000 km 600 mi of operation the engine oil must be changed an...

Page 49: ...ha dealer check the vehicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neu tral 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 NOTICE ECA11043 For maximum engine life never ac celerate hard when the engine is cold EAUM3632 TIP This model is equip...

Page 50: ...ut and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator light should go out 3 Open the throttle gradually and at the same time release the clutch lever slowly 4 At the recommended shift points shown in the following table close the throttle and at the same time quickly pull the clutch lever in 5 Shift the transmission into se...

Page 51: ...control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train dam age EAU64150 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU17214 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10312 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pede...

Page 52: ...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 2 2 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA15461 Brake d...

Page 53: ...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 BAE 28199 12 book 2 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 54: ...or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km 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 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold Every 26600 mi 42000 km 4 Fuel injection Adjust synchronization ...

Page 55: ... 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 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 correct routing and clamping Replace Every 4 years 7 Brake fluid Change Every 2 years 8 Wh...

Page 56: ...mi 19000 km 14 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners Correct if necessary 15 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 16 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 17 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 18 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 19 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply molybd...

Page 57: ...Replace if necessary Change coolant 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 29 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 30 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER R...

Page 58: ...age it Replace the air filter more frequently if you often ride in the rain or dusty conditions Hydraulic brake service Regularly check the brake fluid levels Replenish as necessary 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 or sooner if cracked or damaged BAE 28199 12 book 7 ページ２０２...

Page 59: ...e 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 a spark plu...

Page 60: ...cal 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 surfac...

Page 61: ... oil pan under the engine to collect the 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 cartrid...

Page 62: ...ap O ring install the filler cap TIP Wipe off any spilled oil before starting the engine 10 Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leaks TIP If any oil leaks are found which you cannot fix have the vehicle inspected 11 Stop the engine wait a few min utes for the oil level to settle and then check the oil level one last time NOTICE Do not operate the vehicle until you know that the...

Page 63: ...l should be checked regularly In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart TIP If genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail able use an ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors for alu minum engines and mix with distilled water at a 1 1 ratio EAU20097 To check the coolant level Since the coolant level varies with en gine temperatu...

Page 64: ... the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECA10473 5 Install the coolant reservoir cap EAU33032 Changing the coolant The coolant must be changed at the in tervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the e...

Page 65: ...valves are an important engine component and since valve clearance changes with use they must be checked and adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Unadjusted valves can result in improper air fuel mixture engine noise and eventually engine damage To pre vent this from occurring have your Yamaha dealer check and adjust the valve clearance at regular intervals TIP Thi...

Page 66: ...eed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10512 Never overload your vehicle Opera tion of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident Tire inspection The tires must be checked before each ride If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked cont...

Page 67: ...s deformation is an evidence of ageing Old and aged tires shall be checked by tire specialists to ascertain their suitability for further use WARNING EWA10902 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and de sign otherwise the handling characteristics of the motorcy cle may be different which could lead to an accident Always make sure that the valve caps are securely installed to prevent...

Page 68: ...g points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends warpage or oth er damage before each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced An unbalanced wh...

Page 69: ...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 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...

Page 70: ...wear indicators which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav ing to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the position of the wear indicators while applying the brake If a brake pad has worn to the point that a wear indicator almost touches the brake disc have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with...

Page 71: ...same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boil ing point of the fluid and may re sult in vapor lock and dirt may clog the ABS hydraulic unit valves NOTICE ECA17641 Brake fluid may damage painted sur faces or plastic ...

Page 72: ...oner if they are damaged or leaking Brake seals every 2 years Brake hoses every 4 years EAU22762 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU2277G To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the motorcycle on the sides tand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmissio...

Page 73: ...slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad justing the drive chain slack 1 Loosen the axle nut and the lock nut on each side of the swingarm 2 To tighten the drive chain turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direc tion a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction b and then push the rear wheel for ward TIP Using the ...

Page 74: ...TICE ECA10584 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush NOTICE To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers or inap propriate solvents ECA11122 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a...

Page 75: ...tle grip should be checked before each ride In addi tion the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover Make sure that the cover is securely installed Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from water entry Therefore use care not to pour...

Page 76: ...he operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake lever Clutch lever Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based grease BAE 28199 12 book 25 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 77: ...ecified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU23273 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication 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 sur face and...

Page 78: ...wheel off the ground See page 7 34 WARNING To avoid injury se curely 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 steering EAU23292 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the ...

Page 79: ... when charging 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 quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid batt...

Page 80: ...ECA16531 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage EAU73340 Replacing the fuses Fuse box 1 is located behind the right side panel To access fuse box 1 remove and in stall the right side panel and rubber cover as follows 1 Remove the nuts and bolt 2 Pull the right side panel and rubber cover off as shown 1 Right side panel 2 Nut 3 Bolt 1 3 2 1 F...

Page 81: ... fuse remove the starter relay cover by pulling it upward 1 Ignition fuse 2 ABS control unit fuse 3 Parking lighting fuse 4 Auxiliary fuse 1 5 Signaling system fuse 6 Headlight fuse 7 Spare fuse 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Main fuse 2 Fuse box 2 3 Fuel injection system fuse 4 Fuel injection system spare fuse 2 1 3 4 1 Radiator fan motor fuse 2 Backup fuse 3 Electronic throttle valve fuse 4 ABS solenoid fuse 5...

Page 82: ... on the electrical circuit in question to check if the device operates 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 Starter relay cover 2 Fuel injection system fuse 3 Fuel injection system spare fuse 1 2 3 Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Parking lighting fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan moto...

Page 83: ...using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage higher than specified Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the bolts on each side 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the headlight bulb cover 3 Unhook the headlight bulb holder and then remove the burnt out bulb 4 Place...

Page 84: ...adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU70540 Brake tail light This model is equipped with an LED type brake tail light If the brake tail light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU24205 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 1 Turn signal light lens 2 ...

Page 85: ...te 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 stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before start...

Page 86: ...r 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 inferi or have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWA15142 When checking the fuel system do...

Page 87: ...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 battery is good D...

Page 88: ...sing 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 co...

Page 89: ...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 See your Yamaha dealer for addi tional cleaning tips NOTICE ECA26280 Improper cleaning can cause cos metic and mechanical damage Do ...

Page 90: ...rush 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 YAMACLEAN Glass Cleaner or windshield pol ish NOTICE Never use ...

Page 91: ...rwards 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 perfor mance and cornering behavior EAU84141 Stor...

Page 92: ...es 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 plug cap 7 ...

Page 93: ...ine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 40 L 2 54 US qt 2 11 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 70 L 2 85 US qt 2 38 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 1 93 L 2 04 US qt 1 70 Imp qt Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline E10 acceptable Octane number ...

Page 94: ... Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Rear brake 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 Headlight Bulb type Halogen bulb Bulb wattage Headlight H4 60 0 W 55 0 W Brake tail light LED Front turn signal position light 21 0 W ...

Page 95: ... IDENTIFICATION NUM BER 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 ...

Page 96: ...ion number is stamped into the key tag Record 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...

Page 97: ... maintenance checks or service proce dures are performed Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the following Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following cas es In addition Yamaha may provide vehicle data to a contractor in order to outsource services related to the han dling of vehicle data Even in this case Y...

Page 98: ...ation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 120...

Page 99: ...o any new ve hicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW These acts include tampering with the following systems i e modification...

Page 100: ... only as a reminder 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 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months 24000 mi 37000 km or 36 months 2800...

Page 101: ... 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks BAE 28199 12 book 7 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 102: ...haser to any subsequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer A reasonable dealer imposed fee may be charged for the inspection EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corpor...

Page 103: ...quest at any later date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine r...

Page 104: ...anything for covered repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 250 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle renta...

Page 105: ...g factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage you need Yamaha Service Marketing P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 1 866 YES EXTD 1 866 937 3983 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE BAE 28199 12 book 11 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 106: ...7 26 Fuel 4 17 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose 4 18 Fuel tank cap 4 16 Fuses replacing 7 29 H Handlebar switches 4 11 Hazard switch 4 12 Headlight bulb replacing 7 32 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 11 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 25 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 2 K Key identification number 10 2 L Labels location 1 1 License plate ...

Page 107: ...ction control system switch 4 11 Troubleshooting 7 35 Troubleshooting chart 7 36 Turn signal indicator lights 4 2 Turn signal light bulb replacing 7 33 Turn signal switch 4 11 V Valve clearance 7 14 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 10 Warranty limited 10 8 Wheel bearings checking 7 27 Wheels 7 17 Y Yamalube 7 12 BAE 28199 12 ...

Page 108: ...BAE 28199 12 book 3 ページ２０２０年７月２８日火曜日午前１０時８分 ...

Page 109: ...rform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out Genuine Yamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at your authorized Yamaha dealer use Service...

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