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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

7-7

Sidestand pivot

• Check operation.
• Apply lithium-soap-based

grease lightly.

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18 *

Sidestand switch

• Check operation and replace if

necessary.

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19 *

Front fork

• Check operation and for oil

leakage.

• Replace if necessary.

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20 *

Shock absorber
assembly

• Check operation and for oil

leakage.

• Replace if necessary.

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21 *

Rear suspension
link pivots

• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.

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Engine oil

• Change (warm engine before

draining).

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Engine oil filter
element

• Replace.

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24 *

Front and rear
brake switches

• Check operation.

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25 *

Control cables

• Apply Yamaha chain and cable

lube or engine oil thoroughly.

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26 *

Throttle grip

• Check operation.
• Check throttle grip free play, and

adjust if necessary.

• Lubricate cable and grip

housing.

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27 *

Lights, signals and
switches

• Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.

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No.

ITEM

ROUTINE

INITIAL

ODOMETER READINGS

600 mi

(1000 km)

1 month

4000 mi

(6000 km)

6 months

7000 mi

(11000 km)

12 months

10000 mi

(16000 km)

18 months

13000 mi

(21000 km)

24 months

16000 mi

(26000 km)

30 months

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Summary of Contents for XT250D

Page 1: ...q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle OWNER S MANUAL XT250DC XT250D 1YB 28199 10 LIT 11626 26 08 ...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold ...

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: ...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: ...Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition March 2012 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 26 08 1YB 9 10 book 2 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 6: ...anister for California only 7 13 Engine oil and oil filter element 7 13 Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose 7 16 Cleaning the spark arrester 7 17 Checking the engine idling speed 7 17 Checking the throttle grip free play 7 18 Valve clearance 7 18 Tires 7 18 Spoke wheels 7 20 Adjusting the clutch lever free play 7 21 Adjusting the brake lever free play 7 21 Brake light swit...

Page 7: ...rt 7 40 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 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Motorcycle noise regulation 10 4 Maintenance record 10 5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY 10 7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 10 9 1YB 9 10 book 2 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１...

Page 8: ...r 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 2 1 3 1YB 9 10 book 1 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 9: ...OTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing 5GK 2118K 00 2 3C5 21668 00 Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 Ibs load FRONT 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi REAR 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi 90 kg 198 Ibs maximum load FRONT 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi REAR 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi 5RU 21686 00 1YB 9 10 book 2 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 10: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 1 1 2 1YB 9 10 book 3 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 11: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 1 1YB 9 10 book 4 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 12: ...ases 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 motorcycle Making ...

Page 13: ...ctor 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 abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on...

Page 14: ...s 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 and cargo restraints frequently Properly adjust the suspension for your load suspension ad ju...

Page 15: ...ont 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 cessories may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles Certain accessorie...

Page 16: ...are attached 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...

Page 17: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1 2 4 3 1 Headlight page 7 33 2 Fuel tank cap page 4 7 3 Air filter element page 7 16 4 Helmet holder page 4 10 1YB 9 10 book 1 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 18: ...5 4 1 Spark arrester page 7 17 2 Fuse box 1 page 7 32 3 Fuse box 2 page 7 32 4 Battery page 7 31 5 Main fuse page 7 32 6 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 7 Engine oil level check window page 7 13 8 Engine oil filler bolt page 7 13 1YB 9 10 book 2 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 19: ... Clutch lever page 4 6 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 5 3 Indicator lights page 4 2 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Multi function display page 4 3 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 5 7 Brake lever page 4 7 8 Throttle grip page 7 18 1YB 9 10 book 3 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 20: ... is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10061 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 EAU10692 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are...

Page 21: ...ately 1 8 L 0 48 US gal 0 40 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key 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 when the key is turned to ON or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU114...

Page 22: ... the multi function display Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident The multi function display is equipped with the following a speedometer an odometer two tripmeters which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero a fuel reserve tripmeter which shows the distance traveled since the fuel level warning light came on a clock a s...

Page 23: ...tton switches the display between the vari ous tripmeter and odometer modes in the following order F TRIP TRIP top TRIP bottom ODO F TRIP To reset a tripmeter select it by push ing the SELECT button until TRIP begins flashing TRIP will only flash for five seconds While TRIP is flash ing push the RESET button for at least one second If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter manually it will re...

Page 24: ...gh beam and to for the low beam EAU12460 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When re leased the switch returns to the center position To cancel the turn signal lights push the switch in after it has re turned to the center position EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set t...

Page 25: ...the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the igni tion circuit cut off system See page 4 12 EAU12871 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh tra...

Page 26: ...e pedal EAUM1793 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap 1 Open the fuel tank cap lock cover 2 Insert the key into the lock and turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be removed To install the fuel tank cap 1 Push and install the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position and then ...

Page 27: ... smoking or while in the vi cinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately N...

Page 28: ...e of un leaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gaso hol containing ethanol and that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems EAU...

Page 29: ... equipped with a spring preload adjust ing ring It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer adjust the spring preload How ever if you choose to make this adjust ment yourself obtain a special wrench at a Yamaha dealer NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the spring preload and thereby harden t...

Page 30: ...n 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 sembly yourself Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha ...

Page 31: ...ned 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 EAU15314 Ignition circuit cut off system The ignition circuit cut off system com prising the sidestand switch clutch switch and neutral switch has the fol lowing functions It prevents sta...

Page 32: ...s 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 dealer The ...

Page 33: ... Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 8 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 13 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid...

Page 34: ... Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 18 7 20 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 7 27 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 7 28 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 7 28 Chassis fastener...

Page 35: ...ven though the engine will crank when pushing the start switch EAU16247 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 with the clutch lever pulled and the sid estand up See page 4 12 for more informa tion 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure th...

Page 36: ...eatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it NOTICE ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lubrication may damage the transmission Always use the clutch while...

Page 37: ...ts during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should read the follow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine w...

Page 38: ... Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire Do not park near grass or other fl...

Page 39: ...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 EWA15460 Brake discs...

Page 40: ...ded 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 tool kit 1 1YB 9 10 book 2 ページ２０１２年３月２７日...

Page 41: ...6000 km or 6 months 7000 mi 11000km or 12 months 10000 mi 16000km or 18 months 13000 mi 21000km or 24 months 16000 mi 26000km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plug Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace at 7000 mi 11000 km or 12 months and thereafter every 6000 mi 10000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Spark arrester Clean 4 Valve c...

Page 42: ...ntrol system for damage Replace if necessary 9 Air induction system Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 6000 km or 6 months 7000 mi 11000km or 12 months 10000 mi 16000km or 18 months 13000 mi 21000km or 24 months 16000 mi 26000km or 30 months 1YB 9 10 book 4 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火...

Page 43: ...if necessary Replace 2 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Brake hose Check for cracks or damage Check for correct routing and clamping Replace Every 4 years 6 Wheels Check runout spoke tightness ...

Page 44: ... bearing assemblies for looseness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease Repack 12 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners Correct if necessary 13 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 14 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 15 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 16 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lit...

Page 45: ...warm engine before draining 23 Engine oil filter element Replace 24 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 25 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil thoroughly 26 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 27 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam No ITEM ROUTINE INIT...

Page 46: ...d more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers always change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required 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 ye...

Page 47: ...o be re moved and installed EAU44841 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts 2 Unhook both projections at the bottom of the cowling by pulling it downward and then pull the cowl ing forward as shown To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position 2 Install the bolts EAU44851 Panels A and B To remove a panel 1 Remove the screw and collar 1 Cowling A 2 Panel A 1 2 1 Pa...

Page 48: ... a panel Place the collar and panel in their origi nal position and then install the screw Panel C To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 4 9 2 Remove the bolt and washer and then remove the panel as shown 1 Panel A 2 Collar 3 Screw 1 Screw 2 Collar 3 Panel B 3 2 1 1 2 3 1 Panel A 1 Panel B 1 1 1 Panel A 1 Panel B 1 1 1YB 9 10 book 10 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 49: ...eposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can re veal the condition of the engine To remove the spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench includ ed in the owner s tool kit 1 Bolt ...

Page 50: ... wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion To install the spark plug 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 2 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tight en it to the specified torque TIP If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug a good esti...

Page 51: ...evel 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 and then check the oil level through the check window located at the bottom right side of the crankcase TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 4 ...

Page 52: ...element TIP Skip steps 6 8 if the oil filter element is not being replaced 6 Remove the oil filter element cover by removing the bolts 7 Remove and replace the oil filter element and O rings TIP Make sure that the O rings are properly seated 1 Engine oil filler bolt 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 1 2 1 1 Oil filter element drain bolt 1 1 Oil filter element cover bolt 2 Oil filter element cover...

Page 53: ...se 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 12 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 13 Turn the engine ...

Page 54: ...the air filter element out 4 Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case as shown NOTICE Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be operated with out the air filter element in stalled otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn ECA10481 5 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws...

Page 55: ...and then pulling it out of the muffler 2 Tap the tailpipe lightly and then use a wire brush to remove any carbon deposits from the spark ar rester portion of the tailpipe and in side of the tailpipe housing 3 Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and then install and tighten the screw TIP Make sure to align the screw hole when inserting the tailpipe EAU44734 Checking the engine idling speed Check t...

Page 56: ...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 EWA1...

Page 57: ...ad 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 EWA10461 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and design other wise the handling characteristics of the vehicle may be different which could lead to an accident After extensive test...

Page 58: ...he 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 before each ride If any damag...

Page 59: ... the clutch lever free play adjusting nut in direction a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting nut in direction b 7 Tighten the locknut at the clutch cable 8 Tighten the locknut at the clutch le ver and then slide the rubber cov er to its original position EAU48442 Adjusting the brake lever free play The brake lever free play should mea sure 2 0 5 0 mm 0 08 0 20 in as shown Per...

Page 60: ... If necessary adjust the rear brake light switch as follows but the front brake light switch should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer Turn the rear brake light switch adjust ing nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place 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 EAU22392 Checkin...

Page 61: ...he 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 EWA15990 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 br...

Page 62: ...level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding EAU22731 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the TIP after the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hoses re placed at the intervals listed below or whenever ...

Page 63: ... Improper drive chain slack will overload the en gine as well as 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 ECA10571 TIP Make sure that both adjusting plates are in the same position for proper wheel alignment 3 Tighten the axle nut to the speci fied torque 4 Make sure that th...

Page 64: ...CA11121 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 ECA11111 EAU23095 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each r...

Page 65: ...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 water directly onto the cover or cable when washing the vehicle If the cable or cover becomes dirty wipe clean with a moist cloth EAU44273 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be ch...

Page 66: ...he sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10731 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control Recommended lubricants Brake leve...

Page 67: ...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 hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falli...

Page 68: ...ont wheel off the ground See page 7 36 for more information WARNING To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10751 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 EAU23291 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings...

Page 69: ...d pro vide sufficient ventilation 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 ECA16521 To charge a VR...

Page 70: ...al circuits are located behind panel C See page 7 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 use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam age to the electrical system and possibly a fire EWA15131...

Page 71: ...he 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 higher than specified 1 Remove cowling A See page 7...

Page 72: ... 7 Place the headlight unit in the orig inal position and then install the bolts 8 Install the cowling 9 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24133 Replacing the tail brake light bulb 1 Remove the tail brake light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 1 Headlight coupler 2 Headlight bulb cover 1 Headlight...

Page 73: ...ignal 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 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket 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 ECA11191 1 Tail brake light bulb 1 1 Screw 2 Tur...

Page 74: ...e 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 of the swingarm EAU24360 Front wheel...

Page 75: ...ht hand side 4 Install the left side washer and the axle nut 5 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground 6 Tighten the axle nut to the speci fied torque 7 Push down hard on the handlebar several times to check for proper fork operation EAU25080 Rear wheel EAU51621 To remove the rear wheel WARNING EWA10821 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over...

Page 76: ...th sides of the wheel hub 2 Install the right side washer both drive chain adjusting plates the wheel and the brake caliper brack et by inserting the wheel axle from the right hand side TIP Make sure that the drive chain ad justing plates are installed with the punched sides facing to the out side and that the retainer on the swingarm is inserted into the slot in the brake caliper bracket Make sur...

Page 77: ...rcycle 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 EWA15141 When checking the fuel system do not s...

Page 78: ...ve 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 Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The battery is go...

Page 79: ...he 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 wheel a...

Page 80: ...e 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 carry ...

Page 81: ... 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 EAU43202 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool ...

Page 82: ...t damage or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug elec trodes while turning the en gine over EWA10951 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 Alterna tively turn the wheels...

Page 83: ... quantity Without oil filter element replacement 1 20 L 1 27 US qt 1 06 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 30 L 1 37 US qt 1 14 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 8 2 L 2 17 US gal 1 80 Imp gal CAL 9 6 L 2 54 US gal 2 11 Imp gal U49 Fuel reserve amount 1 8 L 0 48 US gal 0 40 Imp gal Fuel in...

Page 84: ...oading condition 90 160 kg 198 353 lb Front 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi Rear 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi Front wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 21x1 60 Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 18M C x MT2 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 ...

Page 85: ...tion light 12 V 27 W 8 0 W 2 Rear turn signal light 12 V 27 0 W 2 Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Fuse Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A 1YB 9 10 book 3 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 86: ...26381 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 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 mot...

Page 87: ...d when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48061 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 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 1YB 9 10 book 2 ペー...

Page 88: ...nvestigation 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 NH...

Page 89: ...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 r...

Page 90: ... 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 6000 km or 6 months 7000 mi 11000 km or 12 months 10000 mi 16000 km or 18 months 13000 mi 21000 km or 24 months 16000 mi 26000 km or 30 months 19000 mi 31000 km or 36 months 2200...

Page 91: ...ON 10 6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 28000 mi 46000 km or 54 months 31000 mi 51000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 1YB 9 10 book 6 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 92: ...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 An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of...

Page 93: ...equest 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 ...

Page 94: ...ng 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 rental emer...

Page 95: ... factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number 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 1YB 9 10 book 10 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 96: ...5 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 12 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 2 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 M Main switch steering lock 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 5 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Maintenance record 10 5 Matte color caution 8 1 Model label 10 2 Multi function display 4 3 N Neutral indicator light 4 2 N...

Page 97: ...mission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings checking 7 30 Wheel front 7 36 Wheel rear 7 37 Wheels 7 20 1YB 9 10 book 12 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 98: ...1YB 9 10 book 13 ページ２０１２年３月２７日火曜日午前１１時３６分 ...

Page 99: ...fidence knowing your Genuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform 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 vehi...

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