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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

EAU10131

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

NOTE:

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This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle
is subsequently sold.

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Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.

WARNING

EWA10010

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” BOOKLET CAREFULLY
AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR-
CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!

Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.

A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

WARNING

CAUTION:

NOTE:

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Summary of Contents for XVS13AW

Page 1: ...3D8 28199 10 XVS13AW C OWNER S MANUAL LIT 11626 20 42 ...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U3D810E0 book Page 1 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 3: ...cycle If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle please consult a Yamaha dealer The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the motorcycle To maintain these high st...

Page 4: ...onsult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10010 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WAR...

Page 5: ...ECHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 6: ...ation U S A 1st edition July 2006 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 20 42 AFFIX DEALER LABEL HERE U3D810E0 book Page 3 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 7: ...park plugs 6 9 Canister for California only 6 11 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 11 Coolant 6 14 Replacing the air filter element 6 15 Checking the throttle cable free play 6 16 Valve clearance 6 16 Tires 6 17 Cast wheels 6 18 Accessories and replacement parts 6 19 Adjusting the clutch lever free play 6 19 Adjusting the brake lever free play 6 20 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 6 21 Ch...

Page 8: ...CYCLE 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 Reporting safety defects 9 3 Motorcycle noise regulation 9 4 Maintenance record 9 5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY 9 7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 9 9 U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 9: ...ts have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections since in tersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur Ride where other mot...

Page 10: ...eld 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 the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine or ex...

Page 11: ...Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the perfor mance of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering cleara...

Page 12: ...equate ventilation Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may f...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U3D810E0 book Page 5 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 14: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 6 1 4 1 2 3 California only 280 2 80 41 280 2 80 41 1D7 21668 00 Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows U3D810E0 book Page 6 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 15: ...4 Fuel injection system fuse page 6 30 5 Fuse box page 6 30 6 Main fuse page 6 30 7 Helmet holder page 3 12 8 License plate light page 6 35 9 Rear turn signal light page 6 34 10 Engine oil level check window page 6 11 11 Shift pedal page 3 8 12 Engine oil filler cap page 6 11 U3D810E0 book Page 1 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 16: ... 6 29 5 Air filter element page 6 15 6 Fuel tank cap page 3 9 7 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 22 8 Brake pedal page 3 9 9 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 11 10 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 11 11 Coolant reservoir page 6 14 12 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 12 U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 17: ... lever page 3 8 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 6 3 Multi function meter unit page 3 3 4 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 6 6 Throttle grip page 6 16 7 Brake lever page 3 8 U3D810E0 book Page 3 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 18: ...AU10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10680 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock the steering 1 Turn the handlebars all the way to the left 2 Push the key in from the OFF po sition and then turn it to LOCK while still pushing it 3 Remove the key To unlock the steering Push the key in and then turn it to OFF wh...

Page 19: ...tion circuit If the oil lev el detection circuit is defective the following cycle will be repeated un til the malfunction is corrected The oil level warning light will flash ten times then go off for 2 5 seconds If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU42740 Fuel level warning light This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 3 7 L 0 98 US gal 0 81 Imp...

Page 20: ...ble warning light This warning light comes on when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagno sis system See page 3 3 for an expla nation of the self diagnosis device The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds then go off have a ...

Page 21: ...en return to zero in order to test the electrical cir cuit Odometer tripmeter and fuel re serve tripmeter modes Push the side of the SELECT switch to switch the display between the odometer mode ODO the tripme ter modes TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 and the clock mode in the following order ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 Clock ODO NOTE Push the side of the SELECT switch to switch the display in the re verse order If the f...

Page 22: ...sh the or side of the SELECT switch to change the display to the clock mode 2 Push the side of the SE LECT switch and the RESET switch together for at least two seconds 3 When the hour digits start flashing push the or side of the SELECT switch to set the hours 4 Push the RESET switch and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the or side of the SELECT switch to set the min utes 6 Push the R...

Page 23: ...3 Turn the key to ON and then re lease the SELECT switch after five seconds or more 4 Push the or side of the SELECT switch to select the de sired brightness level 5 Push the RESET switch to con firm the selected brightness level The display will return to the odom eter tripmeter or clock mode EAU12347 Handlebar switches Left 1 Speedometer panel 2 Brightness level 1 Dimmer switch 2 Turn signal swi...

Page 24: ...12660 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 EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAUTION ECA10050 See page 5 1 for starting instruc tions prior to starting the engine EAU41700 The engine trouble warni...

Page 25: ...igni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 14 EAU12880 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com bination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle NOTE Use your toes or heel to shift up and your toes to shift down EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right h...

Page 26: ...tank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked WARNING EWA11090 Make sure...

Page 27: ...system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand or premi um unleaded fuel Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gaso hol containing ...

Page 28: ...he catalytic converter Never park the vehicle near pos sible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU42750 Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Insert the key into the seat lock and then turn it counterclockwise 2 Lift the front of the seat up and then pull the seat off To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the rear...

Page 29: ...helmet from the hel met holder Remove the rider seat remove the hel met from the helmet holder and then install the seat EAU42540 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing ring allowing the spring preload to be adjusted to suit the rider s prefer ence It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer adjust the spring preload CAUTION EC...

Page 30: ...way as this will result in poor damping per formance Always have a Yamaha dealer service the shock absorber EAU15301 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 NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See furth...

Page 31: ...n gear and the side stand 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 system according to the following procedure WARNING EWA1...

Page 32: ...r the 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 This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle sh...

Page 33: ...uences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not wo...

Page 34: ...a dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 20 6 21 6 22 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Chec...

Page 35: ... operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 25 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 25 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 26 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switche...

Page 36: ... and the sid estand up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 14 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to CAUTION ECA15660 The following warning lights should come on for a few seconds then go off Oil level warning light ...

Page 37: ...ON 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 changing gears to avoid damag ing the engine transmission and drive train whi...

Page 38: ...or light should come on EAU16720 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points 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 ...

Page 39: ... immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU17212 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10310 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 Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn CAUTION ECA10380 Never park in a...

Page 40: ...TED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOW ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA KNOWLEDGE AND EQUIP MENT YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PER FORM THESE PARTICULAR SER ...

Page 41: ...RNING EWA10340 Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of perfor mance excessive emissions and render the vehicle unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any changes U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 42: ...hs 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold 4 Crankcase breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 5 Fuel injection Adjust synchronization 6 Exhaust syst...

Page 43: ...lutch 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 hoses Check for cracks or damage Replace Every 4 years 6 Wheels Check runout and for damage Replace if necessary 7 Tires Check tread depth and for dam age ...

Page 44: ...and clutch le ver pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 14 Brake and shift ped al pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 15 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 16 Sidestand switch Check operation and replace if necessary 17 Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age Replac...

Page 45: ...e coolant every 24 months Change 23 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 24 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil SAE 10W 30 thoroughly 25 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4...

Page 46: ...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 years and if cracked or damaged 26 Lights sig...

Page 47: ...A To remove the panel Remove the bolts and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolts EAU42570 Panels B and C To remove the panels Remove the bolt and the quick fastener screw from each panel lift the panels upward enough to separate them and then remove them as shown 1 Panel A 2 Panel B 1 Panel C 1 Panel A 2 Bolt 1 Panel B 2 Qu...

Page 48: ...nd deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plugs should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plugs can re veal the condition of the engine To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the appropriate spark plug cover rear right or front left by removing the bolts 2 Remove the spark plug cap 1 Panel ...

Page 49: ...deposits and replace it if necessary To install a spark plug 1 Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion 2 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 3 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tight en it to the specified torque NOTE If a ...

Page 50: ...hicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level 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 left ...

Page 51: ... cartridge with an oil filter wrench NOTE An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 5 Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter car tridge NOTE Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 6 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 Engine oil drain bolt 1 Oil filter cartrid...

Page 52: ...utes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause NOTE After the engine is started the engine oil level warning light should go off if the oil level is sufficient CAUTION ECA10400 If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 10 Turn the engine off and ...

Page 53: ...he cool ant reservoir NOTE The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove pan el A See page 6 8 4 Remove the reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the reservoir cap CAUTION ECA10471 If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water instead Do not use hard water or salt wa...

Page 54: ...rly rout ed through the guide EAU33030 Changing the coolant WARNING EWA10380 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot 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 EAU42441 Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re placed at the intervals specified ...

Page 55: ...1381 Checking the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the throttle grip Periodically check the throttle cable free play and if neces sary have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU21401 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurring the valve clearanc...

Page 56: ...ms close to the center of the vehicle and distribute the weight evenly from side to side Properly adjust the suspension for your load and check the condition and pres sure of your tires NEVER OVER LOAD YOUR VEHICLE Make sure that the total weight of the cargo rid er passenger and accessories cowling saddlebags etc if ap proved for this model does not ex ceed the maximum load of the vehicle Operati...

Page 57: ... durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage be fore each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer re place 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 o...

Page 58: ...arts may cause loss of handling stability and riding safety Since Yamaha cannot control the quality of accessories or parts man ufactured by other companies Yamaha cannot be held liable for any consequences caused by the use of items which have not been approved by Yamaha EAU42560 Adjusting the clutch lever free play The clutch lever free play should mea sure 5 0 10 0 mm 0 20 0 39 in as shown Peri...

Page 59: ... adjusting nut in direction b 8 Tighten both locknuts 9 Install the panels EAU22092 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 Periodically check the brake le ver free play and if necessary adjust it as follows 1 Loosen the locknut at the brake le ver 2 To increase the brake lever free play turn the adjusting screw in di rection a...

Page 60: ...t If necessary adjust the brake light switch as follows Turn the adjusting 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 EAU22390 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the interv...

Page 61: ...uid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if necessary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality ...

Page 62: ... in the NOTE after the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylin ders and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leaking Oil seals Replace every two years Brake hoses Replace every four years EAU23040 Drive belt slack The drive belt slack should be checked and adjusted at the in...

Page 63: ... ca bles and cable ends should be lubricat ed if necessary If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWA10710 Damage to the outer housing of ca bles may result in internal rusting and cause interference with cable movement Replace damaged ca bles as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle gr...

Page 64: ... pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary EAU23140 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers Brake lever Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease U3D810E0 book Page 25 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 65: ...destand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it EAUM1650 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease Recommended lubricant...

Page 66: ...tion WARNING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 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 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoo...

Page 67: ... support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 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 EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart I...

Page 68: ...duce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and 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 quick...

Page 69: ...y EAU42580 Replacing the fuses The main fuse the fuel injection system fuse and the fuse box which contains the fuses for the individual circuits are located under the rider seat See page 3 11 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Unhook the battery band and then remove the battery cover 2 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 3 Remove the blown fuse and then ins...

Page 70: ...ws again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 6 Install the battery cover and then hook the battery band onto the holder 1 Signaling system fuse 2 Ignition fuse 3 Taillight fuse 4 Radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer and clock 6 Headlight fuse 7 Spare fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 ...

Page 71: ...d then remove the defective bulb WARNING EWA10790 Headlight bulbs get very hot There fore keep flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down 5 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder CAUTION ECA10660 Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transparency o...

Page 72: ...l posi tion and then install the bolts 9 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24131 Replacing the tail brake light bulb 1 Remove the tail brake light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the defective 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 instal...

Page 73: ...position and then install the outer lens by installing the screws CAUTION ECA10680 Do not overtighten the screws oth erwise the lens may break EAU42450 Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal lens by re moving the screws 2 Remove the defective 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 u...

Page 74: ...ng it out 4 Remove the defective bulb by pull ing it out from the socket 5 Insert a new bulb into the socket 6 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in and then turn it clockwise until it stops 7 Place the license plate light unit in the original position and then in stall the license plate light cover by installing the bolts 1 License plate light cover 2 Bolt 1 License plate lig...

Page 75: ...ng 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 EAU25870 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example...

Page 76: ...There is no compression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs 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 start...

Page 77: ...ed press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap NOTE 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 cooling system for le...

Page 78: ... 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 caps are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets the drive belt and wheel axles Alwa...

Page 79: ...rea 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 out the following steps after each ride in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads NOTE Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may remain well into spring 1 ...

Page 80: ...y oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use EAU26280 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover CAUTION ECA10810 Storing the motorc...

Page 81: ...o ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand 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 a little every month in order to prevent the tires fr...

Page 82: ...3 59 US qt 2 99 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 45 L 0 48 US qt 0 40 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 2 10 L 2 22 US qt 1 85 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 18 5 L 4 89 US gal 4 07 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 7 L 0 98 US gal 0 81 Imp gal Fuel ...

Page 83: ...Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT3 00 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT4 50 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Spring shock absorber type Coil spring oil damper Wheel travel 135 0 mm 5 31 in Rear suspensi...

Page 84: ...ight LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Radiator fan fuse 20 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Backup fuse 10 0 A U3D810E0 book Page 3 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 85: ...tification 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 NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and m...

Page 86: ... is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 3 11 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 Model label U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 87: ...tigation 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 either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Tran...

Page 88: ...le 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 removal etc Exh...

Page 89: ...der that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 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 28000 mi 43000 km or...

Page 90: ...RMATION 9 6 9 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 U3D810E0 book Page 6 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 91: ...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 each Yamaha mo...

Page 92: ...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 requires warra...

Page 93: ... 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 150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing p...

Page 94: ...d 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 U3D810E0 book Page 10 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 95: ...4 Indicator and warning lights 3 2 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 License plate light bulb replacing 6 35 M Main switch steering lock 3 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 6 4 Maintenance emission control system 6 3 Maintenance periodic 6 1 Maintenance record 9 5 Matte color caution 7 1 Model label 9 2 Multi function meter unit 3 3 N Neutral indicator light 3 2 Noise r...

Page 96: ...nal light bulb front replacing 6 34 Turn signal light bulb rear replacing 6 34 Turn signal switch 3 7 V Valve clearance 6 16 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty limited 9 7 Wheel bearings checking 6 28 Wheels 6 18 U3D810E0 book Page 2 Wednesday July 19 2006 11 14 AM ...

Page 97: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2006 08 3 8 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD ...

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