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Yamaha 2008 YZF-R6X Owner's Manual
Summary of 2008 YZF-R6X
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13s-28199-e0 yzf-r6 owner’s manual.
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Eau26944 declaration of conformity yamaha motor electronics co., ltd. 1450-6, mori, mori-machi, shuchi-gun, shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 japan general manager of quality assurance div. 1 version up the norm of en60950 to en60950-1 to change company name 27 feb. 2006 1 mar. 2007 2 3 revision record no. Con...
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction eau10100 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the yzf-r6, you are benefiting from yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take th...
Page 4: Important Manual Information
Important manual information eau10151 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: note: ● this manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold. ● yamaha continuall...
Page 5: Important Manual Information
Important manual information eau10200 yzf-r6 owner’s manual ©2007 by yamaha motor co., ltd. 1st edition, august 2007 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., ltd. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in japan. U13se0e0.Book page 2 monday...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents safety information ..................1-1 description ..................................2-1 left view ..........................................2-1 right view ........................................2-2 controls and instruments.................2-3 instrument and control functions .....
Page 7: Table of Contents
Table of contents tail/brake light ..............................6-36 replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........................................6-37 replacing the license plate light bulb ...........................................6-37 auxiliary light ................................6-38 support...
Page 8: Safety Information
1-1 1 safety information eau10281 motorcycles are single track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the ex- pertise of the operator. Ev- ery operator should know the following requirements before riding this motor- cycle. He or she ...
Page 9: Safety Information
Safety information 1-2 1 due to excessive speed or un- dercornering (insufficient lean an- gle for the speed). • always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warrant- ed by road and traffic conditions. • always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can s...
Page 10: Safety Information
Safety information 1-3 1 loading the total weight of the operator, pas- senger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit. When loading within this weight limit, keep the following in mind: ● cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as possible....
Page 11: Safety Information
Safety information 1-4 1 tor and may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories are not recommended. ● use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical acces- sories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause ...
Page 12: Description
Description 2-1 2 eau10410 left view 1. Fuse box 2 (page 6-34) 2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-21) 3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-21) 4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-23) 5. Shock absorber assembly compression damping f...
Page 13: Description
Description 2-2 2 eau10420 right view 1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-26) 2. Helmet holder (page 3-20) 3. Fuse box 1 (page 6-34) 4. Main fuse (page 6-34) 5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-34) 6. Battery (page 6-32) 7. Air filter element (page 6-19) 8. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25) 9. R...
Page 14: Description
Description 2-3 2 eau10430 controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 3-15) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-14) 3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-7) 5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-14) 6. Brake lever (page 3-16) 7. Throttle grip (page 6-19) u13se...
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Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10974 immobilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing. ● a code re-registering key (with a red bow) ● two standard keys (with...
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Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 ● keep other immobilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause signal inter- ference. Eau10471 main switch/steering lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. Note: be sure ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 to lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “off” po- sition, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing it. 3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering push the key in, and then turn it to “off” while stil...
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Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau11003 indicator and warning lights eau11030 turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ” the corresponding indicator light flash- es when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right. Eau11060 neutral indicator light “ ” this indicator light comes on wh...
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Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 note: this model is also equipped with a self- diagnosis device for the fuel level de- tection circuit. If the fuel level detection circuit is defective, the following cycle will be repeated until the malfunction is corrected: the fuel level warning light will ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 coolant temperature display conditions what to do under 39 °c (under 103 °f) message “lo” is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 40–116 °c (104–242 °f) temperature is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 117–134 °c (243–274 °f) temperature display flashes. War...
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Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau42770 engine trouble warning light “ ” this warning light comes on when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective. When this occurs, have a yamaha dealer check the self-diagno- sis system. (see page 3-7 for an expla- nation of the self-diagnos...
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Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 ● a speedometer (which shows the riding speed) ● a tachometer (which shows engine speed) ● an odometer (which shows the to- tal distance traveled) ● two tripmeters (which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero) ● a fuel reserve tripmeter (w...
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Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 5. Push the “reset” button to set the minutes. 6. Push the “select” button and then release it to start the clock. Odometer, tripmeter, and stopwatch modes push the “select” button to switch the display between the odometer mode “odo”, the tripmeter modes “trip...
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Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 coolant temperature display the coolant temperature display indi- cates the temperature of the coolant. Push the “reset” button to switch the coolant temperature display to the air intake temperature display. Note: when the coolant temperature display is selec...
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Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 if any of the immobilizer system circuits are defective, the immobilizer system indicator light will flash, and then the right display will indicate a two-digit er- ror code. Note: if the right display indicates error code 52, this could be caused by transpon-...
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Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 ● shift timing indicator light activity: this function allows you to choose whether or not the indicator light should be activated and whether it should flash or stay on when acti- vated. ● shift timing indicator light activa- tion: this function allows you to...
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Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 1. Push the “reset” button to select the desired engine speed for acti- vating the indicator light. 2. Push the “select” button to con- firm the selected engine speed. The control mode changes to the shift timing indicator light deactiva- tion function. To set...
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Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau12347 handlebar switches left right eau12350 pass switch “ ” press this switch to flash the headlight. Eau12400 dimmer switch “ / ” set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ” for the low beam. Eau12460 turn signal switch “ / ” to signal a right-han...
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Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 eau12733 hazard switch “ ” with the key in the “on” or “ ” posi- tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights). The hazard lights are used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehic...
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Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau33850 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. The brake lever is equipped with a po- sition adjusting knob. To adjust the dis- tance between the brake lever an...
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Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau13072 fuel tank cap to open the fuel tank cap open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in- sert the key into the lock, and then turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re- leased and the fuel tank cap can be opened. To close the fuel tank cap 1. Push the fue...
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Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 caution: eca10070 immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfac- es or plastic parts. Eau13390 caution: eca11400 use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to int...
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Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 eau13442 catalytic converters this vehicle is equipped with catalytic converters in the exhaust system. Warning ewa10860 the exhaust system is hot after op- eration. Make sure that the exhaust system has cooled down before do- ing any maintenance work. Caution...
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Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 2. While holding the key in that posi- tion, lift the front of the passenger seat and pull it forward. To install the passenger seat 1. Insert the projections on the pas- senger seat into the seat holders as shown, and then push the front of the seat down to l...
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Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 warning ewa14330 never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holding cable, since the helmet may hit objects, causing loss of control and possibly an accident. To release a helmet from the helmet holding cable 1. Remove the passenger seat. 2. Unfasten the sn...
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Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 rebound damping force to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damp- ing, turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction (a). To decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the rebound damping, turn the adjusting s...
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Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 to increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres- sion damping, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction (a). To de- crease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the adjusting bolt o...
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Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 spring preload to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- crease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn the adjust- ing ring in direction (b). Note: ● align the appropr...
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Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 direction (a). To decrease the compres- sion damping force and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the ad- justing bolt in direction (b). Compression damping force (for slow compression damping) to increase the compression damping force and thereby ha...
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Instrument and control functions 3-26 3 eau38961 luggage strap holders there are six luggage strap holders, four on the bottom of the passenger seat and one on each passenger foot- rest. To use the luggage strap holders on the passenger seat, remove the passenger seat, unhook the straps from the hoo...
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Instrument and control functions 3-27 3 eau15301 sidestand the sidestand is located on the left side of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright. Note: the built-in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut-off system, which cuts the igni...
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Instrument and control functions 3-28 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on. 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still runni...
Page 43: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15593 the condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of tire air p...
Page 44: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 4-2 4 eau15605 pre-operation check list item checks page fuel • check fuel level in fuel tank. • refuel if necessary. • check fuel line for leakage. 3-17 engine oil • check oil level in engine. • if necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. • check vehicle for oil leaka...
Page 45: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 4-3 4 throttle grip • make sure that operation is smooth. • check cable free play. • if necessary, have yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. 6-19, 6-28 control cables • make sure that operation is smooth. • lubricate if necessary. 6-28 drive...
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Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15950 warning ewa10270 ● become thoroughly familiar with all operating controls and their functions before riding. Consult a yamaha dealer re- garding any control or function that you do not thoroughly un- derstand. ● never start the engine or oper- ate...
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Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 serve the battery. Do not crank the en- gine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt. Caution: eca11040 for maximum engine life, never ac- celerate hard when the engine is cold! Eau16671 shifting shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power a...
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Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 eau16810 tips for reducing fuel con- sumption fuel consumption depends largely on your riding style. Consider the following tips to reduce fuel consumption: ● shift up swiftly, and avoid high en- gine speeds during acceleration. ● do not rev the engine whi...
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Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 eau17212 parking when parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. Warning ewa10310 ● since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them. ● do not...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-1 6 eau17240 safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe- riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri- cation will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. The most important points of in- spection, adjustment, and lubrication are expl...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-2 6 eau1770a periodic maintenance and lubrication chart note: ● the annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the uk, a mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead. ● from 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the ma...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-3 6 8 * brake hoses • check for cracks or damage. √ √ √ √ √ • replace. Every 4 years 9 * wheels • check runout and for damage. √ √ √ √ 10 * tires • check tread depth and for dam- age. • replace if necessary. • check air pressure. • correct if necessary. √ √ √ ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-4 6 17 brake pedal pivot shaft • lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √ √ √ √ 18 clutch lever pivot shaft • lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √ √ √ √ 19 shift pedal pivot shaft • lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √ √ √ √ 20 sidestand...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-5 6 eau18680 note: ● air filter • this model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • the air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-6 6 • every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid. • replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged. U13se0e0.Book page 6 monday, august 27, 2007 4:53 pm.
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-7 6 eau18712 removing and installing cowl- ings and panels the cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installe...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-8 6 2. Remove the projection on cowling a from the hole in cowling b as shown. 3. Remove the forward-most projec- tion from the slot, slide the cowling forward, and then remove the re- maining projections from the slots as shown. 4. Disconnect the turn signal ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-9 6 to install the cowling 1. Connect the turn signal light lead coupler. 2. Fit the projections into the slots, slide the cowling rearward, and then fit the forward-most projection into the slot. 3. Fit the projection on cowling a into the hole in cowling b a...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-10 6 3. Remove the bolts and the quick fastener, and then pull the cowling off as shown. To install the cowling 1. Fit the slot in cowling c over the projection on the front cowling. 2. Install the bolts and the quick fas- tener. 3. Place the wire harness in t...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-11 6 eau19652 checking the spark plugs the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and checked i...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-12 6 eau38995 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 c...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-13 6 5. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. Note: skip steps 6–12 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced. 6. Remove the shift arm by removing the bolt and pulling it off its shaft. 7. Remove the fuel ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-14 6 11. Install the fuel tank breather/over- flow hoses into the guides, then place them in their original posi- tion. 12. Install the shift arm by aligning the match mark on the shift arm with the match mark on the shift shaft and installing the bolt, then t...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-15 6 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. 15. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minut...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-16 6 3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove pan- el b. (see page 6-7.) 4. Remove the reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap. Caution: eca10471 ● if coolant is not available, use distill...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-17 6 3. Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant. 4. Remove the radiator cap. Warning ewa10380 never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. 5. Remove the coolant drain bolt to drain the cooling system. 6. Move the hose...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-18 6 13. Pour the recommended coolant into the reservoir to the maximum level mark, and then install the coolant reservoir cap. 14. Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full. Caution: eca10471 ● if coolant is not available, use distilled ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-19 6 eau36762 air filter element the air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Have a yamaha dealer replace the air filter element. Eau44730 checking the engine idling speed the engine idl...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-20 6 eau21401 valve clearance the valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic m...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-21 6 ● never overload the motorcycle! Operation of an overloaded motorcycle may re- sult in tire damage, loss of con- trol, or severe injury. Make sure that the total weight of rider, passenger, cargo, and accesso- ries does not exceed the speci- fied maximum ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-22 6 this motorcycle is equipped with cast wheels and tubeless tires with valves. Warning ewa10480 ● the front and rear tires should be of the same make and de- sign, otherwise the handling characteristics of the motor- cycle cannot be guaranteed. ● after exte...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-23 6 eau21960 cast wheels to maximize the performance, durabil- ity, and safe operation of your vehicle, note the following points regarding the specified wheels. ● the wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends or warpage be- fore each ride. If any damage...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-24 6 eau22270 adjusting the rear brake light switch the rear brake light switch, which is ac- tivated by the brake pedal, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just before braking takes effect. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follow...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-25 6 eau22580 checking the brake fluid level front brake rear brake insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, possibly caus- ing it to become ineffective. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and rep...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-26 6 eau22730 changing the brake fluid have a yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the note after the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the master cylin- ders and calipers as well as ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-27 6 2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction (a). To loos- en the drive chain, turn the adjust- ing bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction (b), and then push the rear wheel forward. Note: using t...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-28 6 caution: eca11110 do not use engine oil or any other lu- bricants for the drive chain, as they may contain substances that could damage the o-rings. Eau23100 checking and lubricating the cables the operation of all control cables and the condition of the ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-29 6 eau44271 checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals the operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Eau23142 checking and lubricating the brake and clutch l...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-30 6 eau23201 checking and lubricating the sidestand the operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary. Warning ewa10730 if the sidestand does not mo...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-31 6 eau23271 checking the front fork the condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main- tenance and lubrication chart. To check the condition warning ewa10750 securely support the vehicle ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-32 6 eau23290 checking the wheel bearings the front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a yamaha ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-33 6 • internal: drink large quan- tities of water or milk and im- mediately call a physician. • eyes: flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt medical attention. ● batteries produce explosive hy- drogen gas. Therefore, keep sparks, flames, cigarettes, ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-34 6 eau23704 replacing the fuses the main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse, and fuse box 1 are located under the rider seat. (see page 3-19.) fuse box 2 is located under panel a. (see page 6-7.) if a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key t...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-35 6 4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a yamaha dealer check the electrical system. Eau39010 replacing a headlight bulb this model is equipped with quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the headlight...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-36 6 ● headlight bulb do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the transpar- ency of the glass, the luminosity of the bulb, and the bulb life will be adversely affected. Thor- oughly clean off any dirt and fin- gerp...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-37 6 eau24202 replacing a turn signal light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw. 2. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter- clockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clo...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-38 6 3. Remove the defective bulb by pull- ing it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. 5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in. 6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws. Eau44940 auxiliary light this model ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-39 6 a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm. Eau24360 front wheel eau33921 to remove the front wheel warning ewa10820 ● it is advisable to have a yamaha dealer service the wheel. ● securely supp...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-40 6 caution: eca11050 do not apply the brake after the brake calipers have been removed, otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut. Eau33933 to install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs. 2. Insert the wheel axle. 3. Install the axl...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-41 6 12. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handlebar several times to check for proper fork operation. Eau25080 rear wheel eau44950 to remove the rear wheel warning ewa10820 ● it is advisable to have a yamaha dealer service the wheel. ● sec...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-42 6 note: ● if the drive chain is difficult to re- move, remove the wheel axle first, and then lift the wheel upward enough to remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket. ● the drive chain cannot be disas- sembled. 7. While supporting the brake caliper bra...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-43 6 7. Tighten the locknuts to their speci- fied torque. Eau25870 troubleshooting although yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur dur- ing operation. Any problem in the fuel, compression, or igniti...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-44 6 eau42500 troubleshooting charts starting problems or poor engine performance warning ewa10840 keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There i...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-45 6 engine overheating warning ewat1040 ● do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled. ● place...
Page 95: Motorcycle Care and Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37833 matte color caution caution: eca15192 some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use be- fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a brush, harsh chemical products or cleaning compoun...
Page 96: Motorcycle Care And Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 with mild detergent, alkaline products and a soft brush may be used. ● do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts or the muffler. Be sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products, sol- vent or...
Page 97: Motorcycle Care and Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 thoroughly cleaned with mild de- tergent, alkaline products and a soft brush may be used. ● never use compounds or other special treatments to clean the tita- nium muffler, as they will remove the finish on the outer surface of the muffler. ● even the smallest amoun...
Page 98: Motorcycle Care And Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 eau26180 storage short-term always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. Caution: eca10810 ● storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or cover- ing it with a tarp, while it is still wet, ...
Page 99: Specifications
Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2040 mm (80.3 in) overall width: 705 mm (27.8 in) overall height: 1100 mm (43.3 in) seat height: 850 mm (33.5 in) wheelbase: 1380 mm (54.3 in) ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in) minimum turning radius: 3600 mm (141.7 in) weight: with oil and fuel: 185...
Page 100: Specifications
Specifications 8-2 8 gear ratio: 1st: 31/12 (2.583) 2nd: 32/16 (2.000) 3rd: 30/18 (1.667) 4th: 26/18 (1.444) 5th: 27/21 (1.286) 6th: 23/20 (1.150) chassis: frame type: diamond caster angle: 24.00 ° trail: 97.0 mm (3.82 in) front tire: type: tubeless size: 120/70 zr17m/c (58w) manufacturer/model: bri...
Page 101: Specifications
Specifications 8-3 8 electrical system: ignition system: transistorized coil ignition (digital) charging system: ac magneto battery: model: ytz10s voltage, capacity: 12 v, 8.6 ah headlight: bulb type: halogen bulb bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 55.0 w × 2 tail/brake light: led fr...
Page 102: Consumer Information
Consumer information 9-1 9 eau26351 identification numbers record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. ...
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Consumer information 9-2 9 eau26520 model label the model label is affixed to the frame under the passenger seat. (see page 3-19.) record the information on this la- bel in the space provided. This informa- tion will be needed when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer. 1. Model label u13se0e0.B...
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Index a air filter element .................................... 6-19 anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-13 auxiliary light......................................... 6-38 b battery................................................... 6-32 brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricatin...
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Index throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating..................... 6-28 tires...................................................... 6-20 tool kit .................................................... 6-1 troubleshooting .................................... 6-43 troubleshooting charts .........
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Printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd. Printed in japan 2007.09-1.3 ×1 cr (e).