Yamaha diversion F, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...DIC183 XJ6F XJ6FA Diversion F Diversion F ABS OWNER S MANUAL BS1 28199 E0 MOTORCYCLE English E Read this manual carefully before oper ating this vehicle ...

Page 2: ...300 330 2 V1 5 1 2010 Technical Construction File held by YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO LTD 1450 6 Mori Mori machi Shuchi gun Shizuoka 437 0292 Japan R TTE Directive Article 3 1 a Safety R TTE Directive Article 3 1 b EMC R TTE Directive Article 3 2 Spectrum DECLARATION of CONFORMITY For YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO LTD 1450 6 Mori Mori machi Shuchi gun Shizuoka ken 437 0292 Japan Standard used for co...

Page 3: ...ury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides So remember to put safety first Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality There fore while this manual contains the most curr...

Page 4: ... A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehi cle or other property A TIP provides key information to make proce dures easier or clearer XJ6F XJ6FA OWNER S MANUAL 2015 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition September 2015 All rights reserved Any reprinting or ...

Page 5: ...iodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 4 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 6 7 Checking the spark plugs 6 10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 11 Coolant 6 14 Replacing the air filter element 6 17 Adjusting the engine idling speed 6 19 Checking the throttle grip free play 6 19 Valve clearance 6 20 Tires 6 20 Cast wheels...

Page 6: ...t bulb 6 39 Replacing the license plate light bulb 6 40 Front wheel for non ABS models 6 40 Rear wheel for non ABS models 6 42 Troubleshooting 6 43 Troubleshooting charts 6 44 Motorcycle care and storage 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 4 Specifications 8 1 Consumer information 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Index 10 1 UBS1E0E0 book Page 2 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 7: ...u Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 4 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passen ger The failure of motorists to detect and recogniz...

Page 8: ... main tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger footrests Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs This motorcycle is designed for on road use only It is not ...

Page 9: ...ion of the motorcycle is changed To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessories Here along with the information about accessories below are some general guidelines to follow if loading cargo to your motorcycle The total weight of the operator pas senger acces...

Page 10: ...rformed to your vehicle that change any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the per fo...

Page 11: ...struc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if equipped is in the OFF position and that there are no fuel leaks Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed and choke it in a rail to pre vent movement Shift the transmission in gear for models with a manual transmis sion Secure the ...

Page 12: ...7 2 Idle adjusting screw page 6 19 3 Seat lock page 3 18 4 Fuses page 6 36 5 Owner s tool kit page 6 2 6 Storage compartment page 3 20 7 Shift pedal page 3 12 8 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 11 9 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 11 UBS1E0E0 book Page 1 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 13: ...ge 6 26 4 Engine oil filler cap page 6 11 5 Radiator cap page 6 14 6 Coolant reservoir page 6 14 7 Coolant drain bolt page 6 15 8 Engine oil dipstick page 6 11 9 Brake pedal page 3 13 10 Rear brake light switch page 6 25 11 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 21 UBS1E0E0 book Page 2 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 14: ...12 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 10 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 4 Multi function meter unit page 3 6 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 26 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 10 7 Throttle grip page 6 19 8 Brake lever page 3 13 UBS1E0E0 book Page 3 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 15: ... LOSE THE CODE RE REGISTERING KEY CONTACT YOUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is high...

Page 16: ...se the standard key black bow for regular use of the vehicle To minimize the risk of losing the code re registering key red bow keep it in a safe place and only use it for code re registering EAU38531 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary light come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed TIP The headl...

Page 17: ...he steering will not lock try turning the handlebars back to the right slight ly To unlock the steering 1 Insert the key 2 With the key in the LOCK posi tion push the key in and turn it to OFF EAU34342 Parking The steering is locked and the taillight license plate light and auxiliary light are on The hazard lights and turn signal lights can be turned on but all other electrical systems are off The...

Page 18: ...y flicker when rid ing on a slope or during sudden acceleration or deceleration but this is not a malfunction This model is equipped with a self diagnosis device for the oil level detection circuit If a problem is detected in the oil level detection circuit the oil level warning light will flash repeatedly If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU72930 Coolant temperature warning l...

Page 19: ...ns on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit TIP The engine trouble warning light will come on while the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunction EAU51781 ABS warning light for ABS models In normal operation the ABS warning light comes on when the key is turned to ON and goes off after traveling at a speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher If the ABS warning light does ...

Page 20: ... ON or if the indicator light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit The self diagnosis device also detects problems in the immobilizer system circuits See page 3 9 for an explana tion of the self diagnosis device EAU4676A Multi function meter unit WARNING EWA12423 Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi function meter unit Changing settings...

Page 21: ...r min in order to test the electri cal circuit NOTICE ECA10032 Do not operate the engine in the ta chometer red zone Red zone 11666 r min and above Clock The clock uses a 12 hour time system When the main switch is not in the ON position the clock can be viewed for 10 seconds by pushing the SE LECT button To set the clock 1 Turn the key to ON 2 Push the SELECT button and RESET button together for ...

Page 22: ... tripmeter mode F TRIP and start counting the distance traveled from that point In that case push the SELECT button to switch the display between the vari ous tripmeter and odometer modes in the following order F TRIP TRIP A TRIP B ODO F TRIP If you do not reset the fuel reserve trip meter manually it will reset itself auto matically and the display will return to the prior mode after refueling an...

Page 23: ...en gine if it is overheating Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self di agnosis device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those circuits the engine trouble warning light will come on and the display will indicate an error code If the display indicates any error codes note the code number and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The self diagn...

Page 24: ...gistering key and both standard keys to a Yamaha dealer and have the stan dard keys re registered NOTICE ECA11591 If the display indicates an error code the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage EAU1234H Handlebar switches Left Right EAU12352 Pass switch Press this switch to flash the headlight TIP When the dimmer switch is set to the passing switch has no e...

Page 25: ... Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter See page 5 2 for start ing instructions prior to starting the en gine EAU44712 The engine trouble warning light and ABS warning light ABS model only may come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunc tion EAU12735 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn...

Page 26: ...leased slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the igni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 23 EAU12872 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 6 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle 1 Clutch leve...

Page 27: ...hrottle grip turn the ad justing dial while holding the lever pushed away from the throttle grip Make sure that the appropriate setting on the adjusting dial is aligned with the mark on the brake lever EAU12944 Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right side of the motorcycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal 1 Brake lever 2 Brake lever position adjusting dial 3 mark 4...

Page 28: ...ystem to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagno sis test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehicle has traveled at a speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher During this test a click ing noise can be heard from un der the seat and if the brake lever or brake pedal is even slightly ap plied a vibration can be felt at the ...

Page 29: ...U13222 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10882 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling follow these instructions 1 Before refueling turn off the en gine and be sure that no one is sit ting on the vehicle Never refuel while smoking or while in the vi cinity of sparks open flam...

Page 30: ...severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a research octane number of 95 or higher If knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs Gasoh...

Page 31: ...ust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Park the vehicle in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the hot exhaust system Make sure that the exhaust sys tem has cooled down before doing any maintenance work Do not allow the engine to idle more tha...

Page 32: ...the rear of the seat up and then pull the seat off To install the seat 1 Insert the projection on the front of the seat into the seat holder as shown 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 3 Remove the key TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before riding 1 Seat lock 2 Unlock 1 Projection 2 Seat holder 1 2 1 2 UBS1E0E0 book Page 18 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 33: ...ps over the helmet hold er 3 Place the helmet on the right side of the vehicle and then install the seat WARNING Never ride with a helmet attached to the helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of control and possibly an accident EWA10162 To release the helmet from the hel met holder Remove the seat remove the helmet holding cable from the helmet holder and the helmet and then ...

Page 34: ...e be careful not to let any water enter the storage compartment WARNING EWA10962 Do not exceed the load limit of 3 kg 7 lb for the storage com partment Do not exceed the maximum load of 180 kg 397 lb XJ6FA 185 kg 408 lb XJ6F for the ve hicle EAU46833 Handlebar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one of two positions to suit the rider s pref erence Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the position of ...

Page 35: ...pt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Adjust the spring preload as follows To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction a To decrease the spring preload and there by soften the suspension turn the ad justing ring in direction b Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting ring with the position in dicator on the shock absorber Us...

Page 36: ...the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situa tions See the following section for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10242 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cann...

Page 37: ...sion is in gear and the sidestand is up but the clutch le ver is not pulled It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled but the side stand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system accord ing to the following procedure UBS1...

Page 38: ...clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden The neutral switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may not be working correctly The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The clutch switch may not be working correctly The ...

Page 39: ...ge and check hose con nections 3 15 3 17 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 6 11 Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir If necessary add recommended coolant to specified level Check cooling system for leakage 6 14 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake ...

Page 40: ...cessary 6 20 6 23 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 31 Brake and clutch le vers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 31 Centerstand side stand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivots if necessary 6 32 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly...

Page 41: ... to stop the en gine in case of a turnover In this case the display will indicate error code 30 but this is not a malfunc tion Turn the key to OFF and then to ON to clear the error code Failing to do so will prevent the engine from starting even though the engine will crank when pushing the start switch an engine auto stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes In this...

Page 42: ...or light remains on see page 3 4 for the correspond ing warning and indicator light cir cuit check For ABS models The ABS warning light should come on when the main switch is turned to ON and then go off af ter traveling at a speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher NOTICE ECA17682 If the ABS warning light does not come on and then go off as ex plained above see page 3 4 for the warning light circuit che...

Page 43: ...ly raise it NOTICE ECA10261 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lubrication may damage the transmission Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid dam aging the engine transmission and...

Page 44: ...efully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17094 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 5800 r min NOTIC...

Page 45: ... exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire Do not park near grass or other flammable materials which might catch fire UBS1E0E0 book Page 5 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 46: ...intain the vehi cle or performing maintenance ac tivities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle If you are not familiar with vehicle ser vice have a Yamaha dealer perform service WARNING EWA15123 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or cloth...

Page 47: ...hat is certified if applicable Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services EAU39692 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located on the bottom of the seat See page 3 18 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever ...

Page 48: ...al skills EAU63321 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust Every 40000 km 24000 mi 4 Fuel injection Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization 5 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage R...

Page 49: ...k tread depth and for damage Replace if necessary Check air pressure Correct if necessary 9 Wheel bearings Check bearings for looseness or damage 10 Swingarm Check operation and for exces sive play Lubricate with lithium soap based grease Every 50000 km 30000 mi 11 Drive chain Check chain slack alignment and condition Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O ring chain lubricant thoroughly Ever...

Page 50: ...ion 20 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage 21 Shock absorber assembly Check operation and shock ab sorber for oil leakage 22 Engine oil Change Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 23 Engine oil filter cartridge Replace 24 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change coolant Every 3 years 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Moving parts...

Page 51: ...areas Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and if necessary correct the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cyl inders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged 28 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam NO ITEM X 1000 km CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB X 1000 mi...

Page 52: ... cowling or panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU55870 Cowling A To remove the cowling Remove the bolts and then take the cowling off To install the cowling Place the cowling in the original posi tion and then install the bolts Cowlings B and C To remove a cowling 1 Remove cowling A 1 Cowling A 2 Cowling B 1 Cowling C 2 Panel A 2 1 2 1 1 Panel B 2 Panel C 1 Cowling A 2 Bolt 1 2 1 2 2 UBS1E0...

Page 53: ...al position and then install the bolts and the quick fastener 3 Install cowling A EAU56060 Panel A To remove the panel Remove the bolt and the quick fasten er and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolt and the quick fastener Panels B and C To remove a panel 1 Remove the quick fastener and the bolt 1 Cowling B 2 Quick fastener...

Page 54: ...rear of the panel slightly 3 Pull the panel backward to re move it To install a panel 1 Fit the projections on the panel into the slots and slide it forward 2 Install the bolt and the quick fas tener 1 Panel B 2 Quick fastener 3 Bolt 1 3 2 UBS1E0E0 book Page 9 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 55: ...gine could be operating improperly Do not at tempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a Yamaha deal er check the vehicle If a spark plug shows signs of elec trode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean the surfa...

Page 56: ...n to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 5 If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark remove the engine oil filler cap and then add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level 6 Insert and tighten the engine oil dipstick and then install and tight en the oil filler cap To change the engine oil with or...

Page 57: ...s properly seated 7 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 8 Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 1 2 1 2 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge...

Page 58: ...nkcase 10 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause TIP After the engine is started the engine oil level warning light should go off if the oil level is sufficient NOTICE ECA10402 If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on even if the oil level is correct immediate...

Page 59: ...the coolant reservoir breather hose from the guide and then remove the coolant reservoir cap WARNING Remove only the coolant reservoir cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 6 Add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the coolant reservoir cap NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled wa ter or soft tap water instead Do not use hard water o...

Page 60: ...er attempt to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10382 5 Remove the coolant reservoir breather hose from the guide and then remove the coolant reservoir cap 6 Remove the coolant reservoir cov er and coolant reservoir by remov ing the bolts Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt 1 Coolant reservoir breather hose 2 Guide 2 1 1 Radiator c...

Page 61: ...en turn it off 16 Remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level in the radiator If necessary add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radi ator and then install the radiator cap 17 Check the coolant level in the res ervoir If necessary remove the coolant reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the cap 18 Route the coolant reservoir breather hose thro...

Page 62: ...e and lubrication chart Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in un usually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the seat See page 3 18 2 Remove panels B and C See page 6 7 3 Remove the fuel tank bolts and then lift the fuel tank away from the air filter case 4 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws NOTICE When removing the air filter case cover be careful not to...

Page 63: ...nnected and routed and are not pinched Be sure to place the hoses in their original position WARNING Be fore placing the fuel tank in the original position make sure that all hoses i e fuel hose fuel tank breather hose fuel tank overflow hose are not dam aged that they are properly connected and routed and that they are not pinched If any hose is damaged have a Yamaha dealer replace the hose befor...

Page 64: ...ease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction a To decrease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction b TIP If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as described above have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment EAU21386 Checking the throttle grip free play Measure the throttle grip free play as shown Periodically check the throttle grip free play and if necessary have a ...

Page 65: ...sential to maintain the tires in good condition at all times and replace them at the appropriate time with the speci fied tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10504 Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and ad...

Page 66: ... of control The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience to do so Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteristics Tire information Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Up to 90 kg 1...

Page 67: ...ly the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWA10601 This motorcycle is fitted with super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these tires Use only the specified replace ment tires Other tires may run the danger of bursting at super high speeds Brand new tires can have a rel atively poor grip on certain road surfa...

Page 68: ...ned tire life EAU47392 Adjusting the clutch lever free play Measure the clutch lever free play as shown Periodically check the clutch lever free play and if necessary adjust it as fol lows To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b TIP If the s...

Page 69: ...r end If there is free play have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system WARNING EWA14212 A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of contr...

Page 70: ...edal and brake lever should come on just before braking takes effect If necessary have a Yamaha dealer adjust the brake light switches EAU22393 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU22421 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with a wear indicator gro...

Page 71: ...e pads as a set EAU43113 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary Front brake Rear brake TIP The rear brake fluid reservoir is located behind panel A See page 6 7 WARNING EWA16011 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking abi...

Page 72: ...uid may damage painted surfaces or plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indi cate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha de...

Page 73: ...ut at each end of the swingarm and then loosen the axle nut 3 Place the motorcycle on the cen terstand 4 To tighten the drive chain turn the drive chain slack adjusting nut at each end of the swingarm in direc tion a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting nut at each end of the swingarm in direction b and then push the rear wheel for ward NOTICE Improper drive chain slack will overload the e...

Page 74: ...ice the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECA10584 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush NOTICE To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers or inap propriate solvents ECA11122 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly...

Page 75: ...outer housing of cables may result in internal rusting and cause inter ference with cable movement Re place damaged cables as soon as possible to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10712 EAU49921 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addition the cable should be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specif...

Page 76: ... Brake pedal Shift pedal EAU23144 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake lever Clutch lever Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based grease UBS1E0E0 book ...

Page 77: ... not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it Otherwise the centerstand or sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator resulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1653 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Recommended lubrican...

Page 78: ...several times to check if the front fork compresses and re bounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10591 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU45512 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenanc...

Page 79: ...lyte or to add distilled water However the battery lead connections need to be checked and if necessary tight ened WARNING EWA10761 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flus...

Page 80: ...e the battery To store the battery 1 If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and then place it in a cool dry place NOTICE When removing the battery be sure the key is turned to OFF then discon nect the negative lead before disconnecting the positive lead ECA16303 2 If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a mon...

Page 81: ...se of a higher amperage 1 Starter relay cover 2 Main fuse 3 Spare main fuse 4 Fuse box 1 Taillight fuse 2 Spare fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Signaling system fuse 6 Backup fuse for clock and immobilizer sys tem 7 Fuel injection system fuse 8 Radiator fan motor fuse 2 4 3 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Starter relay cover 2 Main fuse 3 Spare main fuse 4 Fuse box 1 Taillight fuse 2 ABS control unit ...

Page 82: ... of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage higher than specified 1 Remove cowlings A and C See page 6 7 2 Disc...

Page 83: ...ver and then connect the coupler 6 Install the cowlings 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU39021 Auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the elec trical circuit or replace the bulb 1 Headlight bulb cover 2 Headlight coupler 1 Headlight bulb holder 2 Headlight bulb 1 2 1 2 1 Auxiliary light bulb 1 UBS1E0E0 book Page 38 Th...

Page 84: ...205 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun terclockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screw NOTICE Do not over tighten the screw otherwise the lens may break ECA11192 1 Brake tail ligh...

Page 85: ... Yamaha dealer remove and install the wheel EAU56281 To remove the front wheel WARNING EWA10822 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the front wheel axle pinch bolt then the wheel axle and the brake caliper bolts 2 Place the vehicle on the center stand 3 Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts NOTICE Do not apply the bra...

Page 86: ...cs 4 Take the motorcycle off the cen terstand so that the front wheel is on the ground and then put the sidestand down 5 Tighten the wheel axle the front wheel axle pinch bolt and the brake caliper bolts to the specified torques 6 Push down hard on the handlebar several times to check for proper fork operation 1 Brake caliper 2 Brake caliper bolt Tightening torques Wheel axle 65 Nm 6 5 m kgf 47 ft...

Page 87: ...d 4 Remove the axle nut 5 Push the wheel forward and then remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket TIP The drive chain does not need to be disassembled in order to remove and install the rear wheel 6 While supporting the brake caliper and slightly lifting the wheel pull the wheel axle out TIP A rubber mallet may be useful to tap the wheel axle out 7 Remove the wheel NOTICE Do not apply the br...

Page 88: ...e fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use ...

Page 89: ...have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery if necessary 2 Battery The battery is good The engine does not start Check the ignition 3 Ignition Wet Operate the electric starter Dry There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the compression Have a Yamaha dealer check ...

Page 90: ...ed press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator Add coolant See TIP The coolant level is OK There is no leakage There is leakage ...

Page 91: ...l appearance of a mo torcycle Frequent and proper care does not only comply with the terms of the warranty but it will also keep your motorcycle looking good extend its life and optimize its performance Before cleaning 1 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and cov ers as well as all electrical cou plers and connectors including the...

Page 92: ...and lights breather hoses and vents For motorcycles equipped with a windshield Do not use strong cleaners or hard sponges as they will cause dulling or scratching Some cleaning compounds for plastic may leave scratches on the wind shield Test the product on a small hidden part of the wind shield to make sure that it does not leave any marks If the wind shield is scratched use a quality plastic pol...

Page 93: ...hrough polishing 4 To prevent corrosion it is recom mended to apply a corrosion pro tection spray on all metal including chrome and nickel plat ed surfaces 5 Use spray oil as a universal clean er to remove any remaining dirt 6 Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones etc 7 Wax all painted surfaces 8 Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it WARNING EWA11132 Contaminants o...

Page 94: ...ent corrosion avoid damp cellars stables because of the presence of ammonia and areas where strong chemi cals are stored Long term Before storing your motorcycle for sev eral months 1 Follow all the instructions in the Care section of this chapter 2 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer if available to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating 3 Perform the followi...

Page 95: ...als as well as of the side stand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 6 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it 7 Remove the battery and ...

Page 96: ...ne oil quantity Oil change 2 50 L 2 64 US qt 2 20 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator including all routes 2 00 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline Gasohol E10 acceptable Fuel tank...

Page 97: ...ad Front 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 90 kg 198 lb load maximum load Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT4 50 Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Specif...

Page 98: ...beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light LED XJ6FA Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuse s Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan motor fuse 20 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10...

Page 99: ...fication number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided TIP The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your motorcy cle with the licensing authority in your area EAU26442 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped into the crankcase EAU26481 Model label Th...

Page 100: ...Consumer information 9 2 9 space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer UBS1E0E0 book Page 2 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

Page 101: ...ing 6 25 Front fork checking 6 33 Fuel 3 15 Fuel consumption tips for reducing 5 4 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose 3 17 Fuel tank cap 3 15 Fuses replacing 6 36 H Handlebar position adjusting 3 20 Handlebar switches 3 10 Hazard switch 3 11 Headlight bulb replacing 6 37 Helmet holder 3 19 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 11 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off s...

Page 102: ...6 43 Troubleshooting charts 6 44 Turn signal indicator light 3 4 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 39 Turn signal switch 3 11 V Valve clearance 6 20 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 34 Wheel front for non ABS models 6 40 Wheel rear for non ABS models 6 42 Wheels 6 23 UBS1E0E0 book Page 2 Thursday October 8 2015 3 40 PM ...

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Page 104: ...DIC183 Original instructions PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2015 11 0 3 1 CR E ...