‘The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known tothe State 6 California to cause cancer, birth detects “gr otner reproductive harm. UPCAUIFE5.01 §, —_Ureauresor J Q Read this manual carefully betofe operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle. it is sold.* Introduetion sxneh Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XT250H¥KT250HC. This model is the resutt of Yamaha's vast experience”, in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and relabilty that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. "7 %, This manual will give you an understanding o! the operation, insSection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you “have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of you motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer. The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for cleen air applicable at theidate of manufacture. Yamana has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operaton of the motégeycle. To maintain these high standards, tis important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to tha recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manval ‘Yemana continually seeks advancements in pracuct design and quality. Theretore, while this manual contains the rst cur- rent product information available at the time of pfinting, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle. ant manuel. if there is any question concerning this mafiyal, please consult a Yamaha dealer “*, . Please read this manualand the “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS" booklet carefully before operating =“ this motorcycle. Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have attained adequate knowledue of its con- ~ ale and operating features, Regular inepections and carefumalntenance, along with good operating techniques, 2yill help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this motorcycle. 6, yp,Particularly important informaton is distinguished inthis, manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It Is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety méssages that follow this symbol to avold possible Injury 7 or death. % ‘AWARNING indicates a hazardous death or serious injury. ‘A NOTICE indleatos special procautions that must be taken to avold damnage to the vehicle or other property. jituation which, if not avoided, could result in A TIP providds, key information to make cones easier or clearer. “Product and specifcations are subject to change without notice‘XT250H/XT250HC OWNER’S MANUAL ©2016 by Yamaha Motor Corpor: 1st edition, February 2016 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. “>, PIN LIT-11626-30-04 ©,Table of contents Location ofimportantiabels Operation and important riding "% PONS... seca ‘Stating the engine. Satety information Shitting Description Engine break Loft view Parking... Fight view. Controls an¢ instruments. riodic maintenance and adjustment Instrument and control functions... 4-1 Gwner’s tool kit. ain systecin lock, 41 Pelee maintenance cha for rr lights. bese 42 General maintenance and wut aneion sing 23 Micali ena Handobar swichos 48 Removing andinstaling Clutch lever: the cowing and panels . Shit pedal... ‘Checking the spark plug... Brake lever Canister (for Calfomia only) Brake podal Engine oil and oi fitor element. Fuel tank cap... Replacing the airfiter element Fuel 3. —_and.ceening the check nose Seat 4-102 Cleaning the spark arrester Helmet holder ‘Adjusting the snack absorber 440... Chectrg the engine ting et assemp} an ig the throttie tego ‘res sdesand’ cn F Bape lnc stem 418 Val cranes Ties ‘Spoke wheds For your safety — “iapaton CHECKS ans nnnon ‘Adjusting the clutch lever tree play L738 75 79 TH 713 73 718%, 718 r9 120 Ta4 7 Adjusting the brake lever treo PY is Brake ight Sutches eliotn ya ara 722 123 pads. 7:23 Checking the brake Ryjé level... 7-24 ‘Ghanging the brake fui, 725 Drive chain slack... 7-25 Sage Cleaning and lubricating the Ghive chain in, 726 ‘Checking and lubricating ee, the cables... Fey, Sgheckirg ard lubricating % “Ine thvole gip and cable... 7-27 Cche€hing and lubricating the brake and shit pedels.... 7-28 (Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch lavers Checking and iitycating the sidestand 5. Lubricating te rear Lubricating the swingarm pivots Checking the front fork... ‘Checking the steering oJ: Checking the whee! bearings... 731 “Battery 73h, acing the fuses 733 Replacing the headlight bulb... 7-34 Replacing the brakertil light bulb. 7.35%, %, Table of contents Replacing a atin signal light bulb ny sees 796 Supporting the méigieyce a... 7-30 Front wheel. an 737 Rear whee! * 738 o Troubleshooting wr.nnue Sgganens 7-40 Troubleshooting chatn...ij.~ 7-44 Motorcycle care and storage... 6-1 Matte color caution eA, eae. et ‘Storage. evar Be. Speciticatfons on Consumer intoftpation “04 ‘entfication nu “104 Reporting safety to Metorcycle noise regutation nmr. 10-4 Maintenance 120010 oon yg.0os 10S YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION. U.S.A. 2088, AND LATER MODEL STREET, & DUAL-PURPOSE. “ty @ MOTORCYCLE LIMITED fey, WARRANTY senses VOT VAM EXTENDED SERVICE Sy “. =) 109 &ortant labels” “ “a Read and undersiand all othe labels on your vehisle. They contain important information for sate and proper operation of your vehiole. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. Ita label becomes difficult toread or comesof.a replacement iabel is evailabie from your Yamaha desler.2 " Location of important labels ore Peart Seer ae FRONT : 125 k Ce ane ., ne es CUS , CRO ewe eee % CeCe A WARNING aaa ene) Srey une ny rane Tah Ora GG N olen varans HELMET, eve protecton, and prot “ge ccation of important labelsAL WARNING Ths unt cortans Pigh pressure nitrogen ges. Mishanclrg can causecaxposor. Read onners manvalTer instructions. # De rot incinerate, puncture cpen.& Safety information Be a Responsible Owner Ashe vehicle's owner, you are respon- sible for the safe and proper operation of your motorcycle. Motoreycies are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are de- pendent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well asthe expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the folowing requirements before riding this motorcycle. 6. He or she shoud: %, © Obtain thorough instructions Fogn a. competent source on all aspects of motorcycle operation. © Observe the warnings and mainte- nance requirements in this Own- er’s Manual © Obtain qualiied training in safe and proper riding techniques. © Obtain professional technical ser- vice as indicated in, this Owner's Manual and/or when tiade neces sary by mechanical conditions. © Never operate a motorcycle, with- out proper training or etd. Take training course. Beginners should receive training from a cer- fified instructor. Contact en autho- ’G, tized motorcycle dealer to find out .¢, about the taining courses nearest “you Sate Ridin Perform the x6-veration checks each timo you uso the vohiclo to make sure it is in sale operatiig condition, Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibilty of an accident ‘or equipment damage. See page 5-1 fora list of pre-operation checks. ‘© This motoreycle is dosignodto car ©... ty the operator anda passenger. The failure of motorists to detect ‘and recognize motorcycles in traf “fic, is the predominating cause ot aulomobile/motorcycle accidents, Many agcidents have beon caused by an aitomobile driver who did not see tha, motorcycle. Making yourse'f conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance ofthis type of accident. Therefore: + Wear a brightly colored jacket. 24 + Use extrdaution when you are approaching’, and passing through intersections, since in- tersections are the, most likely placas for motorcycle accidents tooccur. % whore othr motoristé-can see you. Avoid riding in ano motoris’s blind spot. Never maintain a motorcycle “2, “thout proper knowledge. Con, tactgn authorized motorcycle dealoftp inform you on basic motorcyéig. maintenance. Cer- tain maintenance can only be carried out by éertiiod staf. Many accidents involve inexperi- enced operators. In faci; many op- cerators who have been ifivelved in accidents do not even havea cur- rent motorcycle license. + Make sure that you are qualified, and that you only lend your mo- “%,, “Yercycle iocther qualified opera. %, to15,, “ * Knowyour skills and limits. Staying “within your limits may help you to-@yoid an accident. + We recemmétd that you prac: "Gstice riding your motoreycle “where there is no traffic untl you shave become thoroughly fami “Yas-with the motorcycle and all of its Controls. Many aéeidents have been caused by arror ofthe motorcycle opera- tor. A typical @iror made by the op- erator fs veer, wide on a tum duo to excessive époed or undor- cornering (nsuticerie lean angle ry for the speed), + Always oboy tho spood limit and never travel faster than warrant- ‘ed by road and trafic conditions. “ox, Aways signal bofore tuming or ” changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can see you. © The posture of the operator and passengeps Important for proper control. + The operatcr'should keep both hands on the ‘handlebar and both feet on the dperator foot rests during operatida, to main- tain control of ihe motorcycle. ,. * The passenger should always %, hold onto the operator, the sect ‘,, St'ap or grab bar, it equipped, Qs *, . z with both hands afd, keep both feet on the passengelootrests. Never carry a passenger'unless he or she can firmly piace both feet on the passenger footrests, © Never ride under the influence of ®, alechol or other drugs. Protective Apparel The majorly offatalios from motorey- cle accidents are'the result of head in- juries. The use of a’afety helmet is the single moe ercal factor jn tho proven tion oF reduction of head njuries. ‘© Aways wear an approved he'met. © Woar a face shiolé or Gogsies. Wind in your “unprotected eyes Could contribute to an impairmént Safet that covers your legs, ankles, and feet. The engine or exhaust sys- tem become very hot during or af- ter eporation and can cause bums. ‘© A passenger should also observe the above precautions. information %, Avéld Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains. carbon monoxid6ia deadly gas. Brosthing car- ban monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, contu- sion, and eventually doath. Carbon Monoxide 's a coloriess, odor less, tasteless gas which may be pres- ont evan if you do not soe or small any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of car- ban monoxide can collect rapidly and of vision that could delay secing a,you can quickly be overcome and un- hazard. © The use of a jacket, heavy boots, trousers, gloves, etc.,is effective in preventing, or reducing abrasions or lacerations. * Never wear Isose-fiting clethes, otrermise they Ould catch on the control levers, footrésts, or wheels and cause injury or an accident. © Aways wear protective” leting 22 *6, ‘able to save yourselt. Also, deadly lev- els’of carbon monoxide can lingar for hours“er days in enclosed or poorly ventlatéd areas. It you exparience any symptoms 6f.carbon monoxide poison- ing, leave thé>arca immediately, got ‘esh alr, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT- MENT. ‘© Do not run engine indoors. Even if You try to ventilate engine exhaust 2& Satety information with fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can rap- idly reach dangerous levels. ‘©,.Do not run engine in poorly vent laled or partially enclosed areas sudh,as barns, garages, or car- ports.” Do not rin engine outdoors where engine exhayst can be drawn into a building thr6ugh openings such «ung Neue oe Loading ‘Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle can adversely affect stabil “ety and handing ifthe weight distribution Gf ane motorcycie is changed. To avoid the'hossibiity of an accident, use x: treme “caution when adding cargo or accessoriés, io your motorcycle. Use extra care When riding a motorcycle that has addeddcargo or accesscries Here, along with the information about accessories below, ae some general guidelines 10 follow if leading cargo to your motorcycle: The total weight of the operator, pas- _, Senger, accessories and cargo must pot exceed the maximum load limit &s, a Operation of an ovérloaded vehicle could cause an accident. Maximum load: g 186 kg (410 Ib) When fading win tho weight Ii @ Cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the fMotoreycle as possbe, Se. curely péck your heaviestitems as close to the’eenter ofthe vehicle as possible and make sure to distrib- tte the weight a& evenly as possi ble on both sides afte motoroycle to mnimize imbaiancey Insta Shitting weights can create & gud- den imbalance, Make sure that ac- + Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, front fork, or front fender. These items, inclucing such cargo as sleeping bags, duffel bags, or tents, can create unstable han- Keep the following in mind: "a dling or a slow stooring ro: sponse. ‘@, This vehicle is not designed to “pulla trailor or to be attached to,, a ldecar. Genuine Yamaha Accesorios Choosing accessories for your vehicle is an important decision. Genuine Yamaha accessories, which aro avail able only from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by Yamaha for use on your vehicle. cessores and cargo are securelj, Many companies wth no connection to attached to the motorcycte before tiding. Check accessory mounts and éacgo restraints frequently + Propeily adjust the suspension for yourload (suspension-ad- justable mgdels only), and check the cofidtion and pres: sure of your fires’, 29 % “Yamaha manufacture paris and acces- ‘s6ties or offer other modifications for Yaraha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position:to test the products that these” aftermarke! companies _ produce. Therefore, Yamaha can nether en- dorse nor recommend the use of ac- cessories not sold by Yameha or Meditications not specifically recom-mended by Yamaha, even if sold and installed by a Yamaha dealer. Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifications While you may find aftermarket proc ucts similar in design and quality to genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- » nize that some aftermarket accessories Mes, modifications aro not suitable, be- calige of potential safety hazards to you or offers. Installing afiermarket proc, ucts or having other modifications por” formes to your vehicle that change any of the vehicle's design or operation characteristics can put you and thors at greeter risk of serious injury of death, You are responsible for injuries related as well as those provided under “Loac- ing” when mounting accessories. »,@ Never install accessories or-carry “e,cargo that would impair the partor- hance of your motorcycle. Caré®,, fully inspect the accessory before Using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or comering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering ‘fayel of control operation, or ob- cute fights or reflectors, * Accessories fitted io the handle- bar or the ‘ront fork area can create instabilty duetoimproper weight cistitston or aerody- namic changes If accessories are added to the ‘handlebar or front fork area, they Must be as lightweight as possiile_and should be kept to a miniméim, Bulky or largo accossorios may seriously affect the stabilty of jhe motorcycle due to aerody- Tramic offects. Wind may at- terrgt to lift the motoreyce, or the motorcycle may become un- stable in’érgss winds. These ac- cessories “may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles. * Certain accessonés:,can_dis- place the operator {rate his. or her normal riding position) This improper position tits the tree- dom af movement of the opera- Stor and may limit control abiity, “therefore, such accessories are Mo Be not recommended. ©, © Use caution when adding élgeti- cal accessories. If electrical acces sories exceed the capacity of the motorcycles electical system, an electric failure could result, whien could cause @ dangerous loss of lights or engine power. Aftermarket Tires'and Rims The tites and rims thatcame with your motorcycle were designed to match the performance capabiliios are provide the best combination of handling, brak- ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz- 88, and combinations may not “be appropriate. Refer to page 7-19 for tid. specifications and more information on * replacing your tires. Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc- tions betore transporting the moiorcy- ole in another vehicle '* Remove all loose itgms from the motorcycle. *%, @ Check: that the fuel cock equipped) isin the “OFF” pesition and that there are no tue! leaks, "G,/ @ Safety information 7, © Point the front whee! “straight ahead on the taller or in the’ tick bed, and choke it in a rail to ie, 2 ‘vent movement. © Shift the transmission in gear (or models with a manual transmis- sion). © Secure the motorcycle with te-downs or suitable straps that aro attached t6.s0id parts of the motorcycle, suchas the frame or / upper front fork triple, clamp (and not, for oxamplo, to rubber-mount. ed handlebars or tum signals, or pars that coud break). Choose ‘he location for tho straps carcfilly so the straps will not rub against painted surfaces during transport. ‘© The suspension should be com pressed somewhat by the tie-downs, if possible, so that the motorcycle will not bounce exces: sively during transpon. 25Description Left view Heatigt (page 7-34) Fuel tank cp (page 4-8) ‘ier omen (oa 7-18) Helmet rol (page 4-10) Shi podal (page 47) Engine al ran bot (paG7-19) on * a4 "2,%, 1. Spat erostor (page 7-175, ©. Engine of or bot (page 7-13) > 2 Fusebox t pene 793) %, ©,,10.Brake pedal (page 4-7) fp 3. Fusebox? (page 7.99) & “vin: bate tid aor (page 724), “a, 4. Battery (page 7-31) y % ey °28, Main use (pace 7-33) "una tol (page 7-2) 7. fips brake tad reservor (page 724) 8. Engrg lve check window (page 7-13) 92Déscription % Cont and instruments. ey, 1. Guten lever (page 4-€) 2, Lefthandlebar switshes (page 45). 2. Indisator light (page 4-2) %, ‘, Wain ewteristering ocx (page 4-1) S.Nuli-unction csplay (page 43) 6, Fight handlobarswitonoa (page 4-5) 7, Braver page «7 8. Throttrip (page 7-18)Instrument and:control functions the engine stall Main switch/steering lock’, i “(OFF ‘Al.electroal systems are of. The key catty removed ON OFF. Never turn’‘the key to “OFF” or “LOCK” while the vehicle is moving, my Otherwise the electrical systems will The main switch/steering fock controls be switched off, which may result in the ignition and lighting systerfs, andis 1088 of control or an accident, Used to lock ‘ho stoorng. Tne Yayious positions are described below. %, LOCK ‘anes “The steoring is locked ang all electrical ‘stems are off. The key can be re moved. ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power, and the meter lighting, tailight and position lights come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed. @. T1P ds The headlight comes on algomatically whenthe engine is started andsstays on ntl the key is tumed to “OFF”, ayen i %, 4. Tum the hardilebars all the way to the left or right. 2. With the key in thé2OFF” postion, push the key in and,.turn it to “LOCK”. % 3, Remove the key. me I the stearing will not lock, try turnings, the handlebars back to the right or left %, slightly, % "~,Instrument and control functions Indicator lights and warning lights Engine trouble warning Hight “W2 *, Tun signal indicator ght“) >" 4 1 From the “EOCK” position, push the 2) 8. Fuel level waring fat” 5. key and tum tg “OFF” High boam indicator ight Neutral ndeatorlight® N Turn signal indicator light “<< >” i This indicator light flashes when a turn %, signal ightis flashing. “Neutral indicator light “N”/,, This indicator light comes on when'the 6, transmission is in the neutral position.“ 42 h beam indicator light indicator light comes on when the high beam of the headight is smitched ony Fuel level warning lignt “a” This waming light’comes on when the fus! level drops belay approximately 1.8L (0.48US gel, 0.40 'mp.gal). /when this occurs, refuel as soon ag possible. The electrical circuit of the warning light ‘can be chacked by turing the key to SON". The warning light should come "Sa,fora few seconds, and then go ef. it 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 “tealer check the electrical circuit Engine trouble warding ight "" This waming light comesien if a prob- lem is detected in the clectial circuit monitoring the engine. If this occurs, ,, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi- Ge. The electrical circuit of the warning lightInstrument and control functions can be checked by tuming the key to “ON”. The warning light should come ‘on for @ few seconds, and then go off. cif tne waming ight does not come on initaly when the key is turned to “ON’ or ifthe waming light remains on, have a Yaga doalor chock tho lectrical *6, Multi-function display POE je Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes:to the multi-function display. Changing settings while riding can distract the ‘operator and increase the risk of an®; accident. 1 "Odometertipmeter botom/uel ever thyeter 2, Tpmeter (top) ‘The mult-functon display Is equipped with the following a speedometer an odometer ‘wo tripmeters a fuel reserve tripmeter a clock a self-diagnosis device 1. “SELECT button 2. “RESET button “a, Be sure to tum the key 10“ONbe- “ore using the “SELECT” and "FES SET" buttons. ‘© When the key is tumedto“ON’, all of the display segments of the mult-function display will appear *%, %,cone after the other and then cisap- “peat, in order to test the electrical ciruit © To switch the speedometer and odometérfripmeter displays be- tween miles and kilometers, press the “SELECT? button for at least two seconds. 6, Speedometer ey The speedometer chowe ote, feing 4, _ Speeds “Gdometor and tripmeter modes ‘Theogometer shows the total distance traveled, The triontéters (top and bottom) show the distance’ aveled since they last re- set and the fusl reserve tripmeter show's the dstanee, traveled since the {uel level waning light. came on, me ¢ The odometer will locket 999090 km, © The tipmeter (lop) will reset to zero and counting after 909.9 km 2, reached. . The tripmeter (bottom) will reset to a Unstrument and conttol functions zero and counting atteP 990000. 9 km is reached. %, © The tripmeter (top) shovis ofthe display all the ime, even ifthe tig, meter (bottom) is not showing. in normal operation, when the “SE- LECT’ button is pushed the triometer “TRIP (Jop)’ flashes or tho display switches between the odometer “ODO” mode and the tripmeter “TRIP (bot- tom)’ modo in the following ordor: %, ODO" > ‘TRIP (bottom) sop0" When approximately 1.8 L (ag US ‘gal, 0.40 Imp.gal) of fuel remains ie-the {uel tank, the fuel level warning indice, tor flashes and the odometer “ODO” or ‘ripmeter “TRIP (bottom)” automatically changes to the {uel reserve tripmeter mode *F-TRIP” and starts counting the distance traveled from that point. inthis case, pushing the “SELECT but- ton flashes the tripmiéter “TRIP top)” or switches the display Batween the fuel reserve tripmeter “F-TRIP:, tripmeter “TRIP (potttomy’, and the “odometer *0D0 in the following order: 44 “F-TRIP" > “TRIP (bottom|” > “ODO” >F-TRIP” 1. Fuel reserve tipmeter To teset a tripmeter, push the “SE- LECT" button to select the tripmeter “7 you want to reset (he selected trpme- ‘{@5.will flash). Push the “RESET™ button foréne second within the five seconds of flashing to reset that tripmeter. It you donot reset the fuel reserve trip- meter mantally, it wil reset iselfauto- matically and'the display will return to the prior mode alter refueling and trav- ling 5 km (3 mi) mp The display cannot be switched back to ©Instrument and control functions “F-TRIP” after the fuel reserve tripmeter has been reset Clock The clock uses a 12-hour time system. ‘The clock shows the time even wihen the key is turned to “OFF”. set the clock: « 1. Pash the “SELECT” button and RESET” button together for at least two seconds. 2. When the hour digits stat flashing, push the “RESET” button to set the hours. 8, Push the “SELECT” button, and the minute digits wil start flashing 4, Push the “RESET” button to set >, __ the minutes. “2,5, Push the “SELECT” button and “6, ten release it to start the clock, 2 Sott-diagnosis device “Eo ode dpay Thi model's equipped wih ase nosis device for various electrical cir cuits. 7%, Ia problem is detected in any of these iru, the dsrley wilincicate an aror code Ht the display inselig, such an error code, note the code nutaber, and then have a Yamaha dealer chéek the vehi de. ey NOTICE ffathe display the vehicle should be checked 25 5000 as possible inorder to avoid engine damage. 41, Dimmer swien“20'30" 2. Turn signal switch “” 3. Hoen sith “her” Right 1, Engine stop onith “OR 2, Sian swicn-@yInstrument and control functions %, e, ‘aurea! with the starter, See 6-1 for start- Dimmer switch “si; ‘ dctiong prior oat ‘the © ing instructions prior to starting the en- Clute lever Set this switch to “ZG! for the high ine beam and to"s0" torthetow: beam. Turn signal switch “” To signal a righthand turn, push this switch to ‘e>" To signal a left-hand, tum, push this switch to “ tent does riot exceed 10% (E10). Gas hol containing methanol isnot recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system Cor vehiale performance probloms.“seat of Instrument and control functions nse, Seat Helmet holder To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the 2 on cn 2. Pidog the seat in the original pos tion, and then tighten the bolts. TIP ee Make sure thatthe seat is propery se- “1, Helmet holder 2. Unlock To open the helmet holder, insert the key into the lock, and then tum the key as shown, a 4. Bolt cured before riding, “, i Telaeset << site minanaae patna tho seat biel the eect hele °e, key. WARNING! Never ride with a sho Seat Into the seat holder as Be helmet attached to the helmet hold- yown er, since the helmet may hit objects, ey, %,, causing loss of control and possibly “an aceidontcmnssInstrument and control functions %s, ewer Adjusting the shock absorber assembly %, This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload/aust ing ring. “Be, It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer adjust the spring preload, How: ever. if you choose to make this agjust- ment yotreol, obiain a special wronch ata Yamaha, dealer NOTICE, —2, —_ To avoid damaging. the mechanism, do not attempt to tin beyond the maximum or minimum settings. 1. Loosen the locknut 2. Toincrease the spring prel thereby harden the suspension tum the spring preload adjusting, fing in direction (a). To decrease “- the spring preload and thereby cott6n the suspension, tur the ed |usting ting in drection (b). ‘The springpreload setting is deter- mined by measuring distance A, showninthe iteration. ‘The short er the distance A Is, the higher the %, spring preload; the ongar distance Als, the lower the spring preload 1 vate a », the shock absorber assembly. © ©) Donot tamper with or at Spring preload: Minirten (sot) Dist Standard Distance & = 197 mm (7.76in) Maximum (nar, Distance A = r,ram (7.36 in) 207 mm (8.15 in) 3, Tighten the locknut {othe specified torque. NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut against the°edjust- ing ring, and then tightert:the ”, locknut’ to the specified 4 Jorque.c:a0iss Tigh@ging torque: Losk 30 Nim (3.0 kgt-m, 22 Ib-t) 2 This shock absorber assembly con- tains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and understand the fol- Towing information before Handling pen the cylinder assembly. . bo not subject the shock ab- sofber assembly to an openInstrument and control functions ‘use “Yamaha dealer repai fiinetion properly. "ey 7 flame oF other This may Gguse ne unitto ex. Sidestand plode due to excessive gas Thesidestand is located on the left side pressure. of the frame. Raise the sidesiand or # Do not deform or’damage the lover it with your foot while holding the cylinder in any waye, Cylinder vehicle upright damage will result i poor tp damping performance. “s. The built-in sidestand switch i f + Donetdononecracinentey P= Seren owns <,wor-out shock absorber as. curs the ignition in certain situations. ‘Sembly yourself. Take the shock “ig3¢ the following section for an expla- absorber assembly toa Yamaha tion of the ignition circuit cut-of! Sys dealer for any sorvi fem) The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down, or if the sides- tand cannot be properly moved up {or does not stay up), otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground ), and distract the operator, resulting “s, ina possible loss of control. maha’s ignition circuit “cut-off System has been designed 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 a2 does not‘Instrument and contol functions Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cutoff system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch ‘witch and neitrel switch) has the fol owing functions. “s, © ‘I’prevenis startitg when the trans- mmission i in gear'and the sides- BE mec arse aricere not pulled. %, It prevents starting when thétrans- mission isin gear andthe clutchie- ver is pulled, but the sidestand is ® stil down, © Ireuts the running engine when the tranémission isin gear and the sid- estand's moved down, Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cutoff system accordinguy ‘Wit the engine turned oft 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is sotto" 3. Turn tho key on. 4, Shift the transmission into the neutral position, 5. Push the start switch, “Does the engine start? [ves NQ. +} ‘With tho ergo ail running , 6. Move the sidestand up "hy, 7. Keep the clutch lover pulled 8. Shift the transmission into gear. 9! Move the sidestand down Does the engine stall? [ves NO. Alter the engine has stalled: "40. Move the sidastand up. 1T-Keep the dluich lever pulled. 12. Pgh the ctartewite. Does the engine stert? 2 [ves NO. The systern Is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden. Ifa malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha doalor check the system bofore riding. “The hgutral swiich may not be working correctly. The motorcycle should not be ridden uni, checked 6a Yemaha dealer. %, ‘The sidestand switch may noi be working correctly. The motorcycle should not be ridden until cchacked by a Yamaha dealer. on 6 The motorcycle should not be ridden uniil checked by a Yamaha dealer. ‘The clutch sititch may not be working correct.For your safe! re-operation ks ey, “ez nspect your vehicle each time you use itto make sure the vehicle ig sate operating conditon. Always folow the inspecton “and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's. Mgoual le properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. Failure to.inspect or maintain the vehi Donot operate the vel any problem. ita problem cannot be cotrecied by the procedures provided earyee ‘this manual, fave the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. n, elore using his Vahiele, check the folowing pointSe,_ %, Qe waa — %, | Engine oi! + necessary acd recommended ol specie lve 713 . aoa eae ‘ + Check peraon. $f softor spor. have Yamana dealer bleed hydrautsystem, Choc lever ee ay dust ifnecessary Check trae pads or weer. Reolace i necessan Check fi level in reservoir. 1 i necossary acd specie brake thi to specited level + Check hrerauc system fake. ~ Ghock eperaion S $a or eporgy, hav Yamada ood hydrate eytem ey {hock trae pasefornesr Rearbrake + Replace nososeany. ‘iy 728 1 Chock fd level in reservoir. + nocoosary, ad specitod brake thi Spected level + Chock here oyetom for takage. 722,728For a Te %, + eck apa cout + Lubricate cable li necessary. ch {Chere eve ee ply. 8, {Adjust neces % = Ms ae hat oprtn snot = Check vette arp ree ay Tortie ip ‘ivnesessary have Yamata dealer austthotie or tee lay and\ticate cable And a Fotsing. e Maks sire WaT oporaTON TE GOT 5, , Control cables: + Lubricate if nacossary. *, er "5 Check cain sack oy A ‘Adjust #pocesery 5 * ” fs Drive chain heck chain condo. bp Sp, 725.728 Lica neccesary. = check ora * Cheek ire conditon and read depth 49, 7.20 [aahasls and tires '* Check air pressure. ” *ey, 5 Conaott nvessan. %, + Make sure that operaonis smooth. % 720 Brake an shit pedale + Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. &, + Maks auf Tat operations sooth Z 7 Brake and élutentevers |} [cate lover proing pains necossary. 5 res 5 = Make eur at operation emooTh - Sidestand "be + Lubricate pivot if necessary. re9 , "+ Make Sure that all nuts, bolls and screws are properly lightened. = Craasisasteners “>, | Tigtventnevessary 9, Instruments, Hights, signal» Check opratin, % ~ and switches “js Correct if necessary, 2, bs seek operation of inition circut cut-off system: py, | Sidestand switcn Sine nat working correctly, have Yatyaha dealer check vehicle. ae %, , 62 Bg.Operation and important riding, points: , Read the Owner's Manuel caretuly to become familiar with all controls. It “there isa control or function you do not Understand, esk your Yama dealer Failure to; familiarize yourself with the controls.can lead to loss of con- trol, which could cause an act or injury. yy T™) ‘This model is equipped with a lean an- gle sensor o stop the engrie.in case of ‘2 turnover. In this case, the rrig-func- tion display indicates error code 30, but this is nota malfunction. Turn the ka¥to ‘OFF” and then to “ON" to clear the er ror Epde. Falling to do 50 will prevent % ‘the engine from starting even though the engiiayil erank when pushing te slat switch ey, Starting the engine % In order for the igniton circuit cutoft system to enable starting, one of the following conditions must be met ‘© The transmission is in the neutral position ‘¢ The transmission i in gear with the clutch lever pulled and the sid stand up. e %, See page 419 for more inféema 1. Tum the key to “ON” and make” sure that the engine stop switch is “>, set to"Q” The following warming ights should come on fora few seconds, then go off. Fuel laval warning light © Engine trouble warning light NOTICE ‘lt a warning light does not come on “i lly when the key is turned to oF if a warning light remains on, see page 4-2 for the correspond, 19 warning light circuit check. %e, “2. Shiftthe transmission intotheneus ©tral position. The neutral indicstor light should come on. If not, ask a ‘Yamaha dealer to check the eft: trical circuit. 3. Stan the engine by pushing the start switch. If the ongine fails to star, release the start switch, wait a few sec- conds, and then try again, Each starting attort should be as short as posse to preserve the bat tery. Bont erank the engine more than 10 saconds on any one at. tempt. , genes NOTICE a, —_______ For maximum engine life, never a¢~ celerate hard when the engine is cold! Operation and impor Shifting 1. Neutral position 2. Shi pedal Shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power available for startng off, accelerating, climbing hills, “ate The, gear positions are shown in the it lust TP To chit ‘hdieperiaon into the nou- tral position, pféss the shift pedal down repeatedly until it feaches the end of its travel, and then slightly rico i. 2 t riding points © Even with the transmission the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off, andedo not tow the motoreycle for long tances. The transmission “ds 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- and drive trairiy-which are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting. ere To start outand accelerate, 1. Pull the clutch lever to disengag@, the oluteh. 2. Shift, tho transmission into iret gearsThe neutral indicator light should go,out 3. Open tho throttle gradually, and at the same tinte, release the clutch lever slowly. >, é,oO) 4, Mt th, recommended shift points shown liathe following table, close the throttiéand at the same time, quickly pull th clutch lover in. 65. Shift the transmission into second gear. (Make sure fot to shift the ‘tanemission into the neutral posi ton) % 6. Open the throttle part way, and ©, _ gradually release tho clutch lover. 7, Follow the same procedure whéh,, " shiting to the next higher gear. TIP“. When shifting gears in normal operat- Ing conditions; use the recommended shit points. To decelerate Bay 1. Apply doth the front afid the rear brakes to siow the motor 2. Shift the transmission intd-first gear wnen the motorcycle reaches + 20 kmih (12 mph). If the engine is? “about to stall or runs very roughly, puifane clutch lever in and use the brakesto stop the motorcycle 8. Shift thegpomision into the neu- ra n_and important riding joints tral position when the motorcycle, 's almost completely stopped. The “ neuttal indicator light should come on. Recommenced shift points ‘The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below. ‘Shift up points: 5 tat + 2nd: 20 knvh (12 mph), 2nd -> 3rd: BOkrrvh (19 mph)“, 8rd > 4th: 40 km/h (25 mph) 4th — the 50 krnv/h (31:mph) Shift down points: Sth — 4th 20 km/h (12 mph) 4th Sree 20 krn/h (12 mph) 3rd —> 2nd: 20 krrvh (12 mph) 2nd —> 1st: 20 km/h (12.mah) 69 _,Engine break-in “Tere is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period teemlen 0 ard 1600 len (1000 mi). For this reasbn, you should read the fallow- ing materia carefully Since the engine is brand new, do not put an excessive toad on it for the fist 1600 km (1000 mi). Fhe various parts in the engine wear end polish themselves to the correct operating? clearances During this period, prolonged full-throt- tle operation or any cenditon that might ®, result in engne overheating must be yoided 0-1000 km (0-600 mi) ‘Avold prolongé@-operation above 1/3 throtie. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed, and the’oll titer car- tridge or element replaced. 1000-1600 km (600-1000 mi) ‘Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2throtle, sur a Parking 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond When parking, stop the engine, and The vehicle can now bo operated:por- then remove the Key from the rain mally 7 switch NOTE, po If any engine trouble should occur ®: Since the engine and exhaust during the engine break-in period, ‘System can become very hot, immediately have a Yamaha dealer _—atk. in a place where pedestri- check the vehicie. ans é¢ children are not likely to touch them and be burned. © Donot park on a slope or on soft ground, otherwise the vehicle may overturn, increasing the isk of a fuel leak and fir. © Do not park near grass or other flammable materials whichPerodio inspection, adjustment, and tu- brication wil keep your vehice in the safest and most eficient condition pos sible. Safety is an obligation of he vent cle owner/operator. The most important points of vehicle inspection, adjust Ment, and lubrication are explained on. the following pages. By, The intervals given in the peri ‘Maintenance charts should be simpiy conigijered as a general guide under normaf siding conditions. However, de- pending 6n the weather, terrain, geo- graphical lation, and individual use the maintenanée intervals may need to be shortened." POCO |" —_ Failure to properly maintain the ve- hicle or performing maintenanc tivities. incorrectly may. irore “>, your risk of injury or deeth during service or while using the vehicle. i, you'are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, faye a Yamaha dealer perform sorvice.. ase POM Tum off the en maintonance 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 mofioxide poisoning - possibly leading to death. See page 2-2 for more in formation about carbon monox- ide. POTN unless ott Brake discs, calipers, drums, and linings can become very hot during use. To avoid possible burns, let before brake components ‘cool touching them. ‘Emission controls not oniy function to ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to proper engine operation and maximum perforrtance. In the following periodic maintenafige charts, the services relat. ed to omissions control are grouped separately. These services require specialized data’, knoviledge, and equipment. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissoncontrol davic- es and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha ~pealers are trcined and equipped to ‘erform these particular services.P ey, 1. Owners toc! kt Mi The owners toolkit is located behind panel B. (See page 7-9.) ey The service information included in thi, manual and the tools provided in the “c, owner's tool kit are intanded to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs. Howe ever, additional tocis such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance:work correctly. TP. If you do not have the toole,or expert ence required for a particular jéb, have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you, ‘eriodic maintenance 72 id adjustment*, Periodic maintenance chart for the emission contibLeystem «From 19000 mi (91000 km) or 96 months, reféat the maintenance intervals staring irom 7000 mi (17000 km) or ot, toms marked wih anasterskrequtespecialtcols, its and technical sis have a amaha dealer perform the sevice, ‘ODOMETER READINGS 7000 mi (11000 km 12 mmontns. 10000 mt (16009 km) 18 monins: % ai om) 2a months 76000 mi (28000 Ki) 0 months + Check foal noses ore e + Replace f recessary, + Adjust gap and dean, {Replace at 7000 (11€00 km) (12 months and thereafter every ‘8000 mi (1000 km) 12 Replace, Replace, + cg ara aR va Toa wet engine bc, ‘Crankoase breather |* CneckDrsatherfose cracks or + Raplace if regessay, * Check and adustenoine ile2 Periodic maintenance and ad, ustment %, %, NTA ‘ODOMETER READINGS 6, mi | 000m | 7000 mi | 10000mi | 13000mi | 16000mi |] vem ROUTINE (1009 ky | (6000 kr) | (17000 ken 25000 km] OE | or or or ‘Imonthy | 6 months | 12 months 30 months A + Check or bakage Ke, fz, *| exnaust system |= Tighten recossary eV y 1 4 + Repaoe gaskets) necessary © a - enteeten controt_|* Gt#Ck contrat sytem or + [spteaton 2 ianage 4 4 sittem fer | Repace i necessary © + Chock ie ar etal avg Teed = o|-] Aina ‘ce ansots are %, Y ey rem «Replace any damaged part, ™,General maintenance and lubrication chart a %, INITIAL ‘ODOMETER READINGS: i 00 mi] aa mI ]_TaDd mi | 10300 mi | 42000 | T6000 mi No. Tem ROUTINE: (1000 km) | (6000 km) | (11000 km) | (16000 km) | (21000'km) | (26000 km) ‘& imontr | 6monthe |12 months | 18 month | 24 monthe')a0 monte OK ca ae GATE, q ay 1] Jaartmeretement | snvesecestnecessahe v v v ay Faas 5 T sy; : @ * Check open. @ i cg 2]* ciuich + Adjust or reolace cable. . 4 YS] x y y + Check operation: MidTowt and], 2] + Frontorake teria oatage mn J y y + Replace bate pads itnecescary Sek operation, aire and 4|> | Rear brake ‘Gasfuld leakage. 4 v v y + Police orke pas ilnecessary = cig Sas orcas . * Gheskto eae routng ana y y y 5] Brake he camping. © Feslace, Every 4 years % [aaa a *Orangs 5 Bier 2 ears % + Check noi as GTS z 7) Wheels sndioraamager 4 y 4 4 4 %4, = Totton spoke # neces 4, Gheokrvead pth andr 7 camage " | + tes + Pople i recossery. b ‘ ‘ ‘ + Gheckar pressure | Gomect it neceseay Fs ,Check bearings or smooth | + whee! beaings or v ‘ y + Peace necessexy. > 75 ©,"~y Périodic maintenance-and adjustment % 7 AL ‘ODOMETER FEAGINGS 600 mi | 4000mi | 7000 mi | 10000mi | 13000 mi | 16000 mi rem (1000 km) | (6000 km) | (11000 km) | (16000 km) | (21000,km) | (26000 km) or or or or ot oe ‘imonth_| months | 12 months |18months | 24 months 20 months * Check bush assembles Tor % =| swingarm pivot |" oseness ‘ 9 “| bushes. + Lares with eum sips y ’ y y com reas a + Chock an dak algae! ng *, ls) Jomectan ©, | +S2%Caoreae cinwn a, EY 0 (00K) ane ate waning emote ng ieraner |, | special Oxing chan ubricant | %, jing in we} reas %, 15] treroughly *%, %y . feck bearing Ever Tr 12 «| Steering bearings ately repack wit Ihiursoep-ased grease. * Check abaness tng ard ho «| mane testers |" Sunes vy fade ‘i + Sorat etsy. fe | Sa HP BHT 1 Ay crn gy ay ne ee Bake pa iat —| = sy a acapithe gace oS (1S | chart lightly. a Ser erat = Poy TRE DRTS ; 1, (16 | shart lightly. %, “ . ‘ * ia] Sa Baa — = apy SSAP UIT T&L Ea eo s » neck operalon % 118 | Sidestand pivot \poly lithium-soap-based grease 7 v Y Vv v a ta) |Beennaowen | Coepentrmarene™ TT =Periodic maintenance and adjustment Z AL OBOWETERRERDNGS 0m —| 000 | TOTO Mm | TODO mi | 13000 No. mem ROUTINE, {1000 km) | (6009 km) | (11000 km) | (16000 km) | (21000 km) ony or or °r or ‘mont | 6monms |12 mons | 18 monte | 24 months 7 Check open and ra o + Frnt fork leakage =, |v y x 1 y + Replace if necessary. % + chek option and oT «| Shook absorber %, : , soombiy 4 a ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ «Rola nocoesry a "7 Few suspenston | Ceck opeaton 7 “ak pivots + Correct necessary. y = Geng wa erg TS 7 a : ‘Endine oi awe ra ore 7 Epaie ser peace, % 7 7 ~ /Frontandvearbrale |. operation | A v v x v va Fon Yeah abe bara *, * Control cables ‘other suitable cable lubricant v v v Y v v %s ors. > = Check option : : + Check trot gp te pay, ene a] y y : y Throttle a Greextrote ar oe ‘ + bres cabe end grpneusg Se Kal. Gas sinals and |+ Check operon y ms, y y y y (switches: + Adjust headlight beam. %. e, 2, 8, % ', °e, %, TIP. i © Airfiter “, "es, + This models alrite is equipped with @ disposable oltcoated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed airto, avoid damaging it. * + Tho ar fitorolament noods to be replaced more froquortly whon riding in unusually wet or dusty aroas. © Hydraulic brake sefvice is * After: disassembing the brake master cylinders and calipers. always change the fluid. Rediilarly check the brake fluid ao lovels and fil to reservoirs as roquired 8 * Every wo years replace the nema compenens of the Blake master cylinders and catpers, St change the brake fluid, Roplace the brake hoses every four yoars and i craoked or: darkagodRemiaying and installing the cowling.and panels ‘The cowiing’and panels shown need to be removed 10 perform some of the maintenance jobs, desoribed in this, chapter. Refer to this.section each time the cowling or a panel weeds to be 1e- moved andinstalled. ~, 2. Unhook both projections at the bottom of the cowling by pulling it , downward, and then pull the cow!- 5 ing forward as shown, 4. Panel 8 es 2. Panel © Cowling A 1. Projection ‘Toremove the cowiing oremone the owing Te install the cowiing “1. Place the cowling in the orginal positon coving Sp 2. Install the bots 2. Panel A %. sue “hy, Panels A and 8°», ‘Toremove a panel 1. Remove the screw and collar. 791, Panel *e, ‘>, Toinstal a panel % Panel C “5, Place the collar and panel in theirorig- “opal position, and then instal the screw. Teremovethepanel 1.Remove the seal’, (See page 4-10.) ey 2. Remove the bolt and washer, and 2. Pull the front part of the panel out- ward, and then remove the panel by pulling i forward as shown.Checking the spark plug "esTha spark plug is an important engine “component, which is easy to check. since heat and deposits will cause any sparkplug to slowly erode, the spark plug should be removed and checked in accordarioe with the periodic mainto- nance and lubrigation char. Inaadation, the condition of the spark plug can re- ‘eal the condition ofthe encine To remove the spark plug 1. Remove the spark plug cap. the panel 1. Place thé,panelin the original pos tion, and fen install the washer and bolt. 6 9 1. Spark plug cap, 2. Remove the spark plug as shown, %, \ith tho spark plug wrench includ- “e, ed in the owner's tool ki. mt %,Ys Periodic maintenanceand adjustment _.%, 1. Sparkplagwrorah To check the spark plug>, 1. Check that the porcelalfinsuletor around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium-to-ightian (the idea color wen the vehicle ridden normally). TIP Ifthe spark plug shows a distinetly dit ferent color, the engine could be oper ating improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose such pfeblems yourself. In- stead, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. "hg fevenie 2. Check the spark plug for electrode erosion and excossive catbon or other deposits, and replace it necessary, Specified spark plug: NGW/DR7EA <3. Measure the spark plug gap with a “Sire thickness gauge and, if nec- ‘essary, adjustithe gap to specitice- tort “fe,Sperk plug gap Spark plug gap: im (0.024~-0.028 in) To install the ‘spark plug 4. Clean the surface of the epark plug {gasket and its mating surface, and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads, 2. Install the spark plug with the 72 a spark plugwrench, and then tight- en ii to the specified torque. Tightening torque: 7 Spark plug 18 Nem (1.8 kgm, ‘si TIP. & Ifa torque wrench is not availablo wi installing a spark plug, a good estimate, of the, comect torque is 1/4-1/2 tum “%, past finggr fight. Howovor, tho spark plug shoutt;pe tghtened to the spec- fied torque as'soon as possible. 5 Install he sk lug capCanister (for California only) This mod3his equipped with a canister to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor into the atmosphere. Before operating this vehicle, make sur to check the fol lowing: “> Check each hose connection. Check each hose and canister for cracks or damage. Replace dam aged. Make sure that the canister| breath gris not blocked, andif necessary, “ean Engine oil and oil filter element ‘The engine oil level should be checked” before each ride, in addition, the oll must be changed and the ail filer ele- ment roplacod at the intervals spocifiod In the periodic maintenance and lubri- cation chart. To check the engine cit level 4. Place the vehicle on élevel sur- faco and hod iin an upright pest jon. A slight tit to the side: can resut ina falsereading Start the ongino, warm it up for, several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Wait few minutes until the oil sot ties, and then check the oll level through the check window located at the bottom-right side of the crankcase. 6 TIP ye , ‘The engine ol should be balween the ininimum an maximum level franks 4. Maximum level mae, 2, Minimum evel mark "2 3. Engine of level check window 4, If the engine oil is below the mini- mur level mark, add sufficient oll , of the recommended type to raise ©, itto the correct level. To cliange the engine oil (with or without oil filter element replace- ment) %, 1. Place thé’yehicle on @ level sur- face. 2. Start the engite, warm it up for several minutes, and tren turn it off. 3, Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil %y,4. Remove the engine ol fil bol, engine oil drain bolt and its gasket todrain the oil from the: cara “ FOR iM ka) ey 41. Engine ol lle: bolt 1. Engine of aan bot 2. Gasket 5, Remove the oil fter element drain bolt to drain the cil rom the oii fier “Sy *8, Periodic maintenance and adjustment % ‘element chamiber. 1. OW iter elonent ‘dain bolt TIP Skip steps 6-8 if the:oilfiter element is not being replaced. sci ac 6, Remove the oll fiter element cover by removing the bolts. 1+ Gut stoment cover bot % 2. Oilfite element cover 7. Remove and replace the oll ter element and O-rings. TIP Make sure that the O-rings are properly seated.1. Ong 2. Olttterelement », 8. Install the cil fiterelamentcover by installing the bolts, arden tight enthe bats tothe specified torque. Tightening torque: 2%, Gil filer element cover bott 10Nm(1.0kgf-m, 7.2 o-t) 9. Install the oil filter element drain bolt, and then tighten the bok to the specified torque. Tightoning torque; (il fiter element drain bolt 1ONim (1.0 kgf, 7.2 ost) 10. Install the engine ol drain bolt and its now gaskol, ard thy ighton %, “S944, Refill withthe specified amount of the bolt to the specttied torque. Tightening torque: Engine oll drain bot: 20m (2.0 kgm, 14 b-t) “a, the recommended engine oil, and “ten install and tighten the ol filer bolt, RecornsTigea a ‘See page $4. ll quanti Oil change: 1.20 L (1.27 US at, 1.06 Imp.qi) With oil fiter removal 1.90 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.q)) TIP exBe sure to wipe off spilled oll on any ‘pasts atter tne engine and exhaust sys- tentthave cooled down. NOTICE) REET © In orderto 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 78 ficatior’of “CD” or oils of a high- er quality,than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled “ENERGY CONgERVING W" or higher. © Make sure that no foreign mate- rs the crankcase. —_ttatentore the crankosse, __ 12, Star the engine, andthan letiale {or several minutes while checki » ,jtfor oi leakage. Ifolis leaking, im-, “mediately tum the engine off and chlok for the cause 19. Tum the engine off, and then check tha,oil level and correct it if necessary,Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose The air fiter slement should be re- placed at the intervals specified in the Periodic maintenance and lubricaton chart. Roplace tho air for clomont “more frequently if you are riding in. un= uSuelly wet or dusty areas. In addition, tho air fiter chock hose must be fré, quently'¢hecked and cleaned if neces- say. © To replace the alr titer element 1,Remove the — seat. (See page 4-10) 2, Remove the al fiter case coverby removing the sorews. XN 1 Serew 2, pir iter case cover 3 Pullthe air titer element out 4. Insecta new air filler element into the ie, fiter case as shown. NOTICE: Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filtet case. The engine should never bé:operated with- out the air filter velement in- stalled, otherwise the. piston(s) andlor cylinders) may become excessively Wornscsuem >, ~ 4. After element 2. Air iter case ns 3. Slot Me, ie 5. Install the air fiter case cover byin- stalling the screws, 6. Install the seat. To clean the air filter check hose 1. Check the hose on the side of the ir fiter case for accumulated dirt or water.eae carbon deposits from the spark ar- Cleaning the spark arrester tester polo o te alppe and in “The spark arrester should be Ceaned side ofthe talhipe housing. at the intervals specified in the periodic e maintenance and lubrication chert. a ©’ Always let the exhaust system prior to touching exhaust ®. components. 1. After chook ben © Do not’start the engine when 2.1 dit oF water iysbe, remove ___Sleaning the extaust system. tne hose, clean i, and then install 7, Remove the tailpipe by removing it. @ the scraw, and then pling t out of 1. Tapipe Ge, 2, Spark aresiée, ey, and then install/and tighten the sorew. % TP. 1. Screw *, 2. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then uso a wire brush fo remove any ” nr6, —_ Checking the engine iting Checking the throttle grip free Valve clearance speed % play ‘The valve clearancé/changes with use, Check the engine idling speed and,“f, Measure the throttle grip free play as resulting in improper air-fuel mixture mecessary, have it corrected by’ a ,shown, andior engine noise. Térprevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamanadealer at the intervals specified in the periodic ‘Yamaha dealer. Engine idling speed: 200-1600 r/min 1. Throtte grip free play Throttle grip free pla Petiocically check the throttle orip free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha deal adystita ride. Operation of this vehicle with im- Periodic maintenance and adjustment “f[ires are the only contact between the Vehicle and the road. Safety in all con- StiSne of ring depends on a relatvely ssnall tga of road contact. Therefore, it i escentialto maintain the tires in good condition ata imes and replace them at the appropriate time wih the spect fied tires. ®, Tire air pressure ey ‘The tire air pressure should be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each control. © The tire ‘ir pressure must be checked arid adjusied on cold tires (Le., 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- 90, and accessofies approved forthis model. Tire alr pressure (measured on Gold tires): %S, Upto 90 kg (198 Ib) load: Front 125 kPa (1.25 kgW/on®, 18 psi) Rear 190 kPa (1.50 kgl/cm?, 22 psi) 90 kg (196 tb) to maximum load: Front: 150 kPa 50 kale, 22 psi Rear 175 kPa (1.78 kgllon?, 25 psi Maximum load! 186 ig (41016) >, * Total weight of rider, passnger, ca goandarcecconee’ Ber Siig POG Never overicad your vehicle. Opera- tion of an overloaded vehicle could ‘cause an accident 1. Tire teas depth 2. Tiesidewat 2, Tire wear indicator The tires must be checked before each fide. If the tire shows crosswise lines (minimum tread dept), if the tire has a rail or glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. “Minimum tire tread depth (front and a): £8. (0.04 in) '@ It Is dangerous to ride with a worn-out tir. When a tire tread% begins to show crosswise lineé;. ageing. Old and aged tires shall be have a Yamaha dealer replace “checked by tre specialists io ascertain the tire immediately. ‘heir suitabiliy for further use. © The replacement of all wheel and brake-related parts, includ- ing the tites, should be left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional know! edge and experience. © tis not recommondad to patch a punctured tube. If “unavoid- able, however, patch the, tube very carefully and replace it,as soon as possible with a. high-quality product. %, * Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be “broken 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. ‘for extoraive teste, onlfjhe tres fet fad below have been approved for his model by Yamaha, Front tire: |, See 6 27521 45 ufacturerimode!: infor tto develop fs optimal | pga GflOOESTONETW-1G characteristics. Size, % 420/80-f8MVC 62P- waa eS Tire information BRIDGESTONE TW 200 1... Thie model is equipped with tubs tres. “Sy, Ties age, even if they have'not been used or have only been used octasion- ally. Cracking of the troad and cid wal tubber, sometimes accompanied by. carcass deformation, is an evidence of “, 720 Periodic maintenance and.adjustment %, Spoke wheels signed for use with tubeless tires:, Do not attempt to use tubeless tires”. To maximize the performance, durebi ity, and sate operation of your motorcy- ole, note the fallewing points regarcing the specified wheé's © ‘The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends, iarpage or oth- er damage, and thespokes for looseness or damage betare each ride. It any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer replace “the Wheel, Do not attempt even the, ‘smallest repair to the wheel. A de- ” formed or cracked whee! must be replaced. © The wheel should be balanced whenever'either the tite or wheel has been changed or replaced. An unbalanced whee! can result in poor performance?adverse han- dling characteristics, and a short-Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2 7 ie Adjusting the clutch lever free... %, play Sp Measure the clutch lever free play as shown. 7, ene tie lite LLocinut (clutch lever) CCutch ever free play adjusting bolt Cutch ever ree play adjusting nat Rubber cover (clutch cable) Lecinut (clutch eablo) uber cover (luten lever) Ciutch lever ree play Clutch lever free play: >, Oo een 6080) Periodically check the clutch lever free play and, it necessary, adjust it a8 fol lows. 3, 7a 1. Slide the rubber cover back at the”, clutch lever. 2. Loosen the locknut. “%,8, To increase the clutch lever free “play, tur the clutch lever free play ‘4dusting bot in drecton (a). To cetipese the clutch lever free play, tum the, agjusting bot in drootion ®. %., Te. * If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtsined as described above, skip steps 4-8. 4. Fully tum the adjusting bolt in di rection (2) to loosen the clutch ca- “§, Slide the rubber cover back at the ‘lutch cable. 6. Loagen the locknut further down tne cfc cable. 7.To incrégse the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play adjusting nuttin direction (a). To dcroase the cltth lever ree play, tum the adjusting fut in direction tb), 8. Tighton tho locknut at the clutch cable, and then side the rubber cover to its rginal postion.oF 9.7 ighton the locknut atthe clutch le- ver, ditg then slide the rubber cov- eo Its original positon Adjusting the brake lever ire, play ey Measure the broke lover free play as shown ENE ‘© After adjusting the brake lever aintenance and adjustment play, tur the brake lever free play adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease the brake lever free play, urn the adjusting screw in direc- ‘tan (b). 4 Toen the locknut, and then slide the rubber cover back to its original position." free play, check ‘the free play ‘and make sure that the brake is working property. © A soft or spongy feeling in the Lockrut my, Brake lever ree play adjusing serow 2 play 1 2 3, Bratetever 4 uber cover Brake lever free play: 2.0-5.0 mm (0.08-0.20 in) Periodically check the brake lever free play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol fows. 4, 1. Slide the rubber cover backat the brake lever. % 2. Loosen the locknut 9 3, To merease the brake lever fee, 722 brake lever can indicate the ¢,presence of air in the hydraulic “system. If there is air in the hy- lic system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operatifig the motorcycle. Ai the hydraulic system will dimit ish the braking performance, which may restit.in loss of con- trol and an accident.Periddic maintenance ahd adjustment Checking the front and rear brake pads ‘The front andégar brake pads must be checked for weat atthe intervals spec- ified in the periodié.maintenance and lubrication chart, Brake light switches 1. Rear brake Fgh switch 2. Rest brake ight switch adjusting nut The brake light, which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever, should come on just before braking takes ef: fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake light switch as follows, but the front brake light switch should be adjusted "by a Yamaha dealer. “Jum the rear brake light switch acjust- Each front brake pad is erode with ingnut while holding the rearbrake light wear Indicator groove, whion, alows ‘switéh.jn place. To make the brake light: yOu to check the brake pad weat.with- come oivearlier, turn the adjusting nut “put having to disassemble the bike. in direction (a). To make the brake light T0,check the brake pad weer, check ‘come cn later, turn the adjusting nut in the“wear indicator groove. If a brake direction (b} pad ha worn to the point that the wear Inscaor groove has almost dsap- 2G 723 Dy 1, Wear indisator groove a peared, have a Yamaha dealer réplace the brake pads as a set Rear brake pads 1, Weer indcator groove Each rear brake pad ts provided with wear incicator grooves. which allow you to check the brake pad weer with: out having to disassemble the brake. To check the brake pad wear, check the wear indicator grooves. If a brake id has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves havé almost disap- peared, have a Yamaha degler replace the brake pads as a set.