Yamaha XVZ13CTSY(C) Owner'S Manual Download

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

6-5

EAU17171

Parking

When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, and then
turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.

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
flammable materials which
might catch fire.

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Summary of Contents for XVZ13CTSY(C)

Page 1: ...1D6 28199 14 XVZ13CTY C XVZ13CTSY C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 22 31 ...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U1D614E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 3: ...o 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 discrep...

Page 4: ...bey 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 NOTICE TIP U1D614E0 book Page 1 ...

Page 5: ...y Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2008 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 22 31 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 6: ... cold engine 6 1 Starting a warm engine 6 2 Shifting 6 3 Engine break in 6 4 Parking 6 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 1 Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 7 8 Checking the spark plugs 7 11 Canister for California only 7 12 Engine oil and oil filter car...

Page 7: ...he headlight bulb 7 34 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 7 35 Supporting the motorcycle 7 35 Troubleshooting 7 36 Troubleshooting charts 7 37 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Cleaning 8 1 Storage 8 2 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Motorcycle noise regulation 10 4 Maintenance...

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 U1D614E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 9: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 2 1 1 5 CALIFORNIA ONLY 3 2 4 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 10: ...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 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...

Page 11: ...d 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 Always wear protective clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet The eng...

Page 12: ... 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 justable models only and check the condition and pres sure of your tires Never attach any...

Page 13: ...ight 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 cessories may...

Page 14: ...4 12 3 Fuel cock page 4 11 4 Fuel tank cap page 4 9 5 Battery page 7 31 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 17 7 Fuse box 2 page 7 32 8 Helmet holder page 4 14 9 Sidecase page 4 16 10 Tail brake light page 7 35 11 Rear turn signal light page 7 35 U1D614E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 15: ...orber assembly air valve page 4 18 6 Rider seat page 4 12 7 Fuel tank page 4 9 8 Front fork air valve page 4 17 9 Windshield page 4 15 4 6 10 Headlight page 7 34 11 Front turn signal position lights page 7 35 12 Fuse box 1 page 7 32 13 Brake pedal page 4 8 14 Rider footrest 15 Passenger footrest U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 16: ...Clutch lever page 4 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 6 3 Speedometer unit page 4 3 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 4 6 6 Throttle grip page 7 20 7 Brake lever page 4 8 U1D614E0 book Page 3 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 17: ...ving Otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU10691 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 or right 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 th...

Page 18: ...ctrical 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 Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir cuit TIP 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 EAU11380 Cruise control indicator ...

Page 19: ...es on when the transmission is in overdrive 5th gear EAU11482 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on if a prob lem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system 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...

Page 20: ...on for at least two seconds To change the display back to the odometer and tripmeter modes push the SELECT button To set the clock 1 Push both the SELECT and RE SET buttons for at least two sec onds 2 When the hour digits start flashing push the RESET button to set the hours 3 Push the SELECT button and the minute digits will start flashing 4 Push the RESET button to set the minutes 5 Push the SEL...

Page 21: ...ired traveling speed as follows Press the RES ACC re sume accelerate side of the cruise control switch to increase the set speed or the SET DEC side to decrease the speed TIP Pressing the cruise control switch once will change the speed in increments of 1 6 km h 1 mi h Holding the cruise control switch down will increase or de crease the speed continuously until the switch is released The travelin...

Page 22: ...ll return to the previously set speed Once the cruise control system is reactivated the SET indicator light will come on Push the CRUISE switch to the OFF position to completely cancel the cruise control system The ON indicator light will go off until the cruise control system is activated again TIP Even if the CRUISE switch is in the ON position turning the main switch to OFF when the vehicle is ...

Page 23: ... an intersec tion EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 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 EAU12711 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter See page 6 1 for start ing instructions p...

Page 24: ... this motorcycle TIP 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 handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12941 Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal 1 Shift pedal 1 Brake lever 1 Brake pedal U1...

Page 25: ... fuel tank cap is properly installed before riding Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13212 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10881 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling follow these instructions 1 Before refueling turn off the en gine and be sure that no one is sit ting on t...

Page 26: ...ine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust 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 maint...

Page 27: ...N With the fuel cock lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetors Turn the fuel cock lever to this position when starting the engine and riding RES This indicates reserve With the fuel cock lever in this position the fuel re serve is made available Turn the fuel cock lever to this position if you run out of fuel while riding When this occurs refuel as soon as possible and be sure to turn t...

Page 28: ...e are brackets on the right side of the steering head pipe for lock ing the steering with a padlock To do so turn the handlebar until the holes in the two brackets are aligned and then lock the steering with a suitable pad lock EAU35170 Rider seat To remove the rider seat Remove the bolts and then pull the rid er seat up To install the rider seat Insert the projection on the rear of the rider seat...

Page 29: ...side of the backrest downward 2 Push the backrest forward until it stops then lift it upward and re move it by pulling it to the rear as shown To install the backrest Place the backrest in the original posi tion then pull it backward until it stops and the levers snap locking it into place 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 Backrest lever U1D614E0 book Page 13 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 30: ...e helmet holder lock and then turn the key as shown 2 Remove the helmet holding cable from the left sidecase See page 4 16 3 Pass the helmet holding cable through the buckle on the helmet strap and then hook the cable loops over the helmet holder 4 Place the helmet holder in the orig inal position and then remove the key WARNING Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holder since the helmet...

Page 31: ...dshield forward 2 To remove the windshield pull it upward as shown To install the windshield 1 Place the windshield in the original position as shown 2 Push the lever on each side of the windshield backward onto its fas tener to lock it into place WARNING A loose windshield could cause an accident Be sure the slot in each lever is se curely fitted onto its fastener Be sure to pull both levers full...

Page 32: ... 9 kg 20 lb for each sidecase Do not exceed the maximum load of 201 kg 443 lb for the ve hicle Do not exceed 120 km h 80 mi h when riding with luggage in the sidecases otherwise han dling could be affected Improp er loading poor tire or overall motorcycle conditions poor road surfaces or adverse weath er conditions may make it nec essary to further reduce the riding speed To open a sidecase 1 Inse...

Page 33: ...ing rate NOTICE ECA10091 To avoid damaging the front fork oil seals do not exceed the maximum air pressure Adjust the spring rate as follows 1 Place the vehicle on the sidestand When checking and adjusting the air pressure there should be no weight on the vehicle 2 Remove the air valve cap from each fork leg 3 Check the air pressure in each fork leg using a low pressure air gauge A low pressure ai...

Page 34: ...owner s tool kit 4 To increase the spring rate and thereby harden the suspension in crease the air pressure with an air pump To decrease the spring rate and thereby soften the suspen sion decrease the air pressure by pushing the valve stem down NOTICE ECA11090 Never exceed the maximum air pres sure otherwise the oil seal may be come damaged 5 Securely install the air valve cap Spring rate Minimum ...

Page 35: ... in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair it if it does not function proper ly EAU15313 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 starting...

Page 36: ...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 clutch swi...

Page 37: ...exceed 5 A or 60 W otherwise the battery may discharge WARNING EWA12531 To prevent electrical shock or short circuiting make sure that the cap is installed when the auxiliary DC con nector is not being used A 12 V accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector under the rider seat can be used when the key is in the ACC or ON position 1 Auxiliary DC connector U1D614E0 book Page 21 Thursday May 1...

Page 38: ...ed in the Owner s Manual WARNING EWA11151 Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points U1D614E0 book Page 1...

Page 39: ...ng system for leakage 7 17 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 level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 7 24 7 25 7 25 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamah...

Page 40: ...dition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 21 7 23 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 7 28 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 29 Chassis fasteners Make sure tha...

Page 41: ...or light should come on If not ask a Yamaha dealer to check the electrical circuit 4 Turn the starter choke on and completely close the throttle See page 4 12 5 Start the engine by pushing the start switch If the engine fails to start release the start switch wait a few sec onds and then try again Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the bat tery Do not crank the engine...

Page 42: ...he engine up before starting off Never accel erate hard when the engine is cold ECA11131 7 When the engine is warm turn the starter choke off TIP The engine is warm when it responds normally to the throttle with the starter choke turned off To avoid the possi bility of excessive exhaust emissions never leave the starter choke on long er than necessary The time necessary for starter choke use depen...

Page 43: ...out 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 s...

Page 44: ...ances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17042 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 1 3 throttle NOTICE After 1000 km 600 mi of operation the engine oil and final gear oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge or element re placed ECA10332 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged ope...

Page 45: ...nce 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 flammable materials which might catch fire U1D614E0 book Page 5 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 46: ...unning 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 1 for more in formation about carbon monox ide EAU17302 Emission controls not only function to ensure cleaner air but are also vital to prop...

Page 47: ...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 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15...

Page 48: ...ecessary 2 Fuel filter Replace Replace 3 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 4 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold Every 26600 mi 42000 km 5 Crankcase breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 6 Carburetor synchro nization Adjust synchronization of carbu ret...

Page 49: ...d fluid leak age Correct if necessary 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Adjust brake lever free play and 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 tre...

Page 50: ... Apply silicone grease lightly 13 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 14 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 16 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 17 Sidestand switch Check operation and replace if necessary No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS...

Page 51: ...ry Change with ethylene glycol anti freeze coolant every 24 months Change 24 Final gear oil Check oil level and for oil leakage Change at initial 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month and thereafter every 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months Change Change 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil thoroughly No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER REA...

Page 52: ...h fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders caliper cylinders and clutch release cylinder every two years Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged 27 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the ...

Page 53: ...to be re moved and installed EAU35841 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts 2 Remove the quick fastener screw by turning it 1 4 turn counterclock wise and then take the cowling off To install the cowling Place the cowling in the original posi tion and then install the quick fastener screw and the bolts 1 Cowling A 2 Panel A 1 Cowling B 2 Panel B 3 Panel C 1 Cowling A 2 Bolt 3 Quick fa...

Page 54: ... shown To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position and then install the bolts TIP Make sure that the projection fits into the grommet 2 Install cowling A EAU35860 Panels A and B To remove one of the panels Remove the bolt and then pull the pan el off as shown 1 Grommet 2 Projection 3 Cowling A 1 Cowling B 2 Bolt 1 Bolt 1 Panel A 2 Bolt U1D614E0 book Page 9 Thursday May 15 2...

Page 55: ...nel B 2 Remove the left passenger foot rest by removing the bolts 3 Remove the screw and then pull the panel off as shown To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original posi tion and then install the screw 2 Install the passenger footrest by installing the bolts 3 Install panel B 1 Panel B 2 Bolt 1 Panel C 2 Screw 3 Bolt U1D614E0 book Page 10 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 56: ...he center electrode on each spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally 2 Check that all spark plugs installed in the engine have the same color TIP If any spark plug shows a distinctly dif ferent color the engine could be oper ating improperly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself In stead have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Check each ...

Page 57: ...r cracks or damage Replace if dam aged Make sure the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19907 Engine oil and oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter car tridge replaced at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the veh...

Page 58: ...the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 5 7 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 5 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 6 Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge 1 Engin...

Page 59: ...to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench 2 Oil filter wrench Tightening torque Oil filt...

Page 60: ...ked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha deal er check and repair the vehicle In addi tion the final gear oil level must be checked and the oil changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWA10370 Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the final gear case Make sure that no oil gets on the tire or whee...

Page 61: ...in bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 4 Refill with the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole TIP GL4 is a quality rating Hypoid gear oils rated GL5 or GL6 may also be used 5 Install the oil filler bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 6 Check the final gear case for oil leakage If oil is leaking check for the cause 1 Final gear oil filler bolt 2 Final ...

Page 62: ...eat See page 4 12 open the reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then close the reservoir cap and install the rider seat WARNING Re move only the coolant reservoir cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the en gine is hot EWA15161 NOTICE If coolant is not available use dis tilled water or soft tap water in stead Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful t...

Page 63: ...in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean or if necessary replace the air filter elements more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove cowlings A and B See page 7 8 TIP Continue as follows for each air filter el ement 2 Remove the air filter case bolts 3 Loosen the air filter case joint clamp screw and then pull the air filter case off 4 Remove the air f...

Page 64: ...er element is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be operat ed without the air filter element installed otherwise the pis ton s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn ECA10481 8 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws 9 Push the air filter case onto the air filter case joint and then tighten the clamp screw 10 Install the air filter case bolts ...

Page 65: ...ng the engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed and if necessary have it adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart EAU21382 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 Y...

Page 66: ... im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature The tire air pressure must be ad justed in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10511 N...

Page 67: ...t should also be left to a Yamaha dealer Tire information This motorcycle is equipped with cast wheels and tubeless tires 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 tests only the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha...

Page 68: ...broken in for it to develop its optimal characteris tics After repairing or replacing the rear tire tighten the valve stem nut and locknut to the specified torques EAU22073 Clutch lever Since this model is equipped with a hy draulic clutch adjusting the clutch lever free play is not needed However it is necessary to check the clutch fluid level and check the hydraulic system for leakage before eac...

Page 69: ...oft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking performance which may result in loss of con trol and an accident EAU22280 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light swi...

Page 70: ... indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22470 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with a wear indicator groove which allows you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator groove If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has...

Page 71: ...ecommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking or clutch performance Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor braking or clutch per formance Be careful that water does not en ter the brake or clutch fluid reser voir when refilling Water will significantly lower the b...

Page 72: ...ntrol cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride and the 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 Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in in ternal rusting and cause interfer ence with cable movement Replace damaged cables as soon as possi ble...

Page 73: ... the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary EAU43600 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers 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 Recommended lubricant Silicone grease U1D614E0 book Page 28 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 74: ...und and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control 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 EAU23250 Lubricating the rear suspen sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen sion must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubri...

Page 75: ...ont fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23283 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place ...

Page 76: ...ell seals as this would permanent ly damage the battery WARNING EWA10760 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large quan tities of ...

Page 77: ...y will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before in stallation 4 After installation make sure that the battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals NOTICE ECA10631 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To charge a VRLA Valve Regu lat...

Page 78: ...turn 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 Cruise control fuse 2 Carburetor heater fuse 3 Auxiliary DC connector fuse 4 Spare fuse 1 Backup fuse for odometer and clock 2 Radiator fan fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Signaling system fuse 5 Ignition fuse 6 Spare fuse Specified fuses Main ...

Page 79: ...g a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the bulb cover 3 Unhook the headlight bulb holder and then remove the burnt out bulb 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder 5 Install the headlight bulb cover and then connect the coupler 6 Install the headl...

Page 80: ...n removing the front and rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed under the engine for added stability To service the front wheel 1 Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or if an additional motorcycle s...

Page 81: ...l systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferi or have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWA...

Page 82: ...heck 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 starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over ...

Page 83: ...ped 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 cooling system for le...

Page 84: ... is scratched use a quality plastic polishing com pound after washing Do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts Make sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products solvent or thinner fuel gasoline rust re movers or inhibitors brake flu id antifreeze or electrolyte Before cleaning the motorcycle 1 Cover the muffler outlets to...

Page 85: ...Some cleaning compounds for plastics may leave scratches on the windshield Before using such clean ers test an area of the windshield which does not affect your visibility and which cannot be easily recognized After cleaning the motorcycle Apply Yamaha Silicone Wax or another high quality automotive type wax on all painted and chrome plated surfaces Avoid combination cleaner waxes since many conta...

Page 86: ...ury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over EWA10951 e Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps 6 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 7 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift ...

Page 87: ...S qt 3 26 Imp qt Final gear oil Type SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 20 L 0 21 US qt 0 18 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 35 L 0 37 US qt 0 31 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 3 50 L 3 70 US qt 3 08 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Dry element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 20 0 L 5 28 US g...

Page 88: ...ear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Loading condition 90 201 kg 198 443 lb Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 280 kPa 2 80 kgf cm 41 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 15M C x MT4 00 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot operati...

Page 89: ...ator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Overdrive indicator light LED Cruise control SET indicator light LED Cruise control ON indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 15 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan fuse 10 0 A Carburetor heater fuse 15 0...

Page 90: ...dentification 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 motorcycle and...

Page 91: ...bel is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 4 12 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 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 92: ... 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 400 Seve...

Page 93: ...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 removal etc ...

Page 94: ...inder 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 ...

Page 95: ...RMATION 10 6 10 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 U1D614E0 book Page 6 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 96: ... dealer of any and all apparent de fects within ten 10 days after discovery and make the ma chine available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer s place of business WARRANTY TRANSFER To transfer the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be in spected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer ...

Page 97: ...ate In addition 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 warranty coverage to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machin...

Page 98: ...H Handlebar switches 4 6 Headlight bulb replacing 7 34 Helmet holder 4 14 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 7 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 19 Indicator 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 4 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Maintenance ...

Page 99: ...2 Troubleshooting 7 36 Troubleshooting charts 7 37 Turn signal indicator light 4 2 Turn signal light bulb or tail brake light bulb replacing 7 35 Turn signal switch 4 7 V Valve clearance 7 21 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings checking 7 31 Wheels 7 23 Windshield 4 15 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM ...

Page 100: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Tuesday April 8 2003 11 43 AM ...

Page 101: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Tuesday April 8 2003 11 43 AM ...

Page 102: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 05 0 3 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD ...

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