Yamaha TT250RA, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 4PX 28199 2G TT250RA Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle ...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold EAU46090 Q ...

Page 3: ...rs from trouble and injury 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 Therefore while this manual ...

Page 4: ...personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer WARNING NOTICE ...

Page 5: ...AU10200 TT250RA OWNER S MANUAL 2010 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition April 2010 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan ...

Page 6: ...ND ADJUSTMENT 7 1 Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Removing and installing the cowling and panels 7 7 Checking the spark plug 7 8 Engine oil and oil filter element 7 9 Cleaning the air filter element 7 12 Adjusting the carburetor 7 14 Adjusting the engine idling speed 7 14 Checking the throttle grip fr...

Page 7: ...urn signal light bulb 7 30 Replacing a license plate light bulb 7 31 Supporting the motorcycle 7 32 Front wheel 7 32 Rear wheel 7 34 Troubleshooting 7 35 Troubleshooting chart 7 36 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Motorcycle noise regulation for Australia 10 2 ...

Page 8: ...l of the labels on your vehicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer 2 1 3 ...

Page 9: ... 198 Ibs load FRONT 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi REAR 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi 90 kg 198 Ibs maximum load FRONT 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi REAR 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing 5GK 2118K 00 ...

Page 10: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 ...

Page 11: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 4PX 2118G 20 STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 79 dB A AT 3500 r min SILENCING SYSTEM YAMAHA IDENTIFICATION 4GY ...

Page 12: ...er The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you ar...

Page 13: ...ive in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Always wear protective clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet The engine or exhaust sys tem become very hot during or af ter operation and can cause burns A passenger should also observe the above precau...

Page 14: ...re that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently Properly adjust the suspension for your load suspension ad justable models only and check the condition and pres sure of your tires Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar front fork or front fender These items including such cargo as sleeping b...

Page 15: ...fect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody namic effects Wind may at tempt to lift the motorcycle or the motorcycle may become un stable in cross winds These ac cessories may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles Certain accessories can dis place the operator from his or her normal riding position This improper position limits the free dom of movement of the...

Page 16: ...otorcycle such as the frame or upper front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mount ed handlebars or turn signals or parts that could break Choose the location for the straps carefully 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...

Page 17: ...view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Headlight page 7 28 2 Fuel cock page 4 7 3 Starter choke knob page 4 8 4 Air filter element page 7 12 5 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 6 Helmet holder page 4 9 7 Shift pedal page 4 4 8 Front fork damping adjusting screw page 4 10 ...

Page 18: ...3 Kickstarter page 4 8 4 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting knob page 4 11 5 Main switch page 4 1 6 Front fork air valve page 4 10 7 Steering lock page 4 8 8 Engine oil filter element page 7 9 9 Brake pedal page 4 4 10 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting dial page 4 11 ...

Page 19: ...430 Controls and instruments 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Clutch lever page 4 3 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 2 3 Speedometer unit page 4 2 4 Right handlebar switches page 4 2 5 Brake lever page 4 4 6 Throttle grip page 7 15 7 Fuel tank cap page 4 5 ...

Page 20: ...key can be removed WARNING EWA10072 Never turn the key to OFF while the vehicle is moving otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of con trol or an accident EAU10981 Indicator lights EAU11020 Turn signal indicator light This indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right EAU11060 Neutral indicator light This indicator light...

Page 21: ... odometer shows the total distance traveled The tripmeter shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero with the reset knob The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of fuel This information will en able you to plan future fuel stops EAU12348 Handlebar switches Left 1 Speedometer 2 Odometer 3 Tripmeter 4 Reset knob 1 2 3 4 1 Dimmer switch ...

Page 22: ... the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12691 Start switch START Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter See page 6 1 for start ing instructions prior to starting the en gine EAU12820 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip To disengage the clutch p...

Page 23: ...the gears of the 6 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12941 Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal 1 Shift pedal 1 1 Brake lever 1 1 Brake pedal ...

Page 24: ...refuel while smoking or while in the vi cinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel im...

Page 25: ...aso line with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel Use of un leaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs EAU13412 Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle Check the fuel tank breather hose connection Check the fuel tank breather hose for cracks or damage and repla...

Page 26: ...en the engine is not running ON With the lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Normal riding is done with the lever in this position RES This indicates reserve If you run out of fuel while riding move the lever to this position Fill the tank at the first oppor tunity Be sure to set the lever back to ON after refueling 1 Arrow mark positioned over OFF RES ON FUEL OFF 1 1 Arrow mark po...

Page 27: ...l the gears engage and then push it down smoothly but forcefully This model is equipped with a primary kickstarter allowing the en gine to be started in any gear if the clutch is disengaged However shifting the transmission into the neutral posi tion before starting is recommended EAU13740 Steering lock To lock the steering 1 Turn the handlebar all the way to the left 2 Open the steering lock cove...

Page 28: ...tighten the bolts TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before riding EAU14282 Helmet holder To open the helmet holder insert the key into the lock and then turn the key as shown To lock the helmet holder place it in the original position and then remove the key WARNING Never ride with a helmet attached to the helmet hold er since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of control and p...

Page 29: ...e front end of the vehicle 2 Remove the air valve cap from each fork leg 3 Check the air pressure in each fork leg with an air pressure gauge TIP An optional air pressure gauge is avail able at a Yamaha dealer 4 To increase the spring rate and thereby harden the suspension in crease the air pressure with an air pump To decrease the spring rate and thereby soften the suspen sion decrease the air pr...

Page 30: ...0101 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings EAU14974 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing nut a rebound damping force ad justing dial and a compression damping force adjusting knob NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum...

Page 31: ...absorber assembly Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to ex plode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber as sembly ...

Page 32: ...em 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 Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not function properly EAU15314 Ignition circuit cut off system The ignition circuit cut off system com prising the sidestand switch clutch switch and neutral switch has the fol lowing function...

Page 33: ...l After the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden 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...

Page 34: ...ints ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 5 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 9 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if n...

Page 35: ...tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 15 7 17 Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Correct if necessary Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary 7 24 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 7 24 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth L...

Page 36: ... make sure that the engine stop switch is set to 3 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position See page 6 2 The neutral indicator light should come on If not ask a Yamaha dealer to check the electrical circuit 4 Turn the starter choke on and completely close the throttle See page 4 8 5 Start the engine by pushing the start switch or by pushing the kick starter lever down If the engine fails ...

Page 37: ...into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it NOTICE ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lubricatio...

Page 38: ...etween 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should read the follow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an 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...

Page 39: ...lever to OFF WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire Do not park near grass or other flammable materials which might catch fire ...

Page 40: ... EWA15121 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise 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 monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 2 1 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNI...

Page 41: ...l 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 additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not have the tools or experi ence required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you 1 Owner s tool kit 1 ...

Page 42: ...uld be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools data and technical skills EAU46910 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 40000 km 24000 mi 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plug Check condition Clean and re...

Page 43: ... vehicle for fluid leakage Adjust brake lever free play Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 5 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage Replace Every 4 years 6 Wheels Check runout spoke tightness and for damage Tighten spokes if necessary 7 Tires Check tread depth and for dam...

Page 44: ...are properly tightened 13 Brake lever pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease 14 Brake pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 15 Clutch lever pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 16 Sidestand Check operation Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 17 Sidestand switch Check operation 18 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage 19 Shock absorber assembly...

Page 45: ... brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged 21 Engine oil Change Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 22 Engine oil filter ele ment Clean 23 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 24 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 25 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary Lubricate cable and grip housing 26 Lights signals and switches Check ...

Page 46: ... section each time the cowling or a panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU18810 Cowling A To remove the cowling Remove the screw and then pull the cowling off as shown To install the cowling Place the cowling in the original posi tion and then install the screw EAU19292 Panels A and B To remove one of the panels Remove the screw and then pull the panel off as shown 1 Cowling A 2 Panel A 2 1 ...

Page 47: ... the engine To remove the spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench includ ed in the owner s tool kit To check the spark plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif ferent color...

Page 48: ...ark plug cap EAU50260 Engine oil and oil filter element The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele ment cleaned at the intervals specified in the General maintenance and lubri cation chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion A slight tilt to the side can res...

Page 49: ...l 3 Remove the engine oil filler bolt engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase 4 Remove the oil filter element drain bolt to drain the oil from the oil filter element TIP Skip steps 5 9 if the oil filter element is not being cleaned 5 Remove the oil filter element cover by removing the bolts 6 Remove the oil filter element and O rings 1 Engine oil level check window...

Page 50: ...ller bolt TIP Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys tem have cooled down NOTICE ECA11620 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II ...

Page 51: ...have a Yamaha dealer repair the vehicle Check the gasket for damage and replace it if necessary After checking the oil pressure install the bleed bolt and its gas ket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque EAU20904 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean the air filter ele...

Page 52: ...sponge material onto the frame and then insert the air filter element into the air filter case 8 Place the air filter case cover in the original position and then tighten the fasteners NOTICE Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become...

Page 53: ...gine EAU21340 Adjusting the engine idling speed The engine idling speed must be checked and if necessary adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The engine should be warm before making this adjustment TIP The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the throttle A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this adjustment 1 Attach the tachome...

Page 54: ... periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU21633 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motorcy cle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10503 Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death...

Page 55: ... the handling characteristics of the vehicle may be different which could lead to an accident After extensive tests only the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd WARNING EWA10561 It is dangerous to ride with a Tire air pressure measured on cold tires 0 90 kg 0 198 lb Front 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi Rear 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi 90 180 kg 198 397 lb Fron...

Page 56: ...ts regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage and the spokes for looseness or dam age before each ride If any dam age is found have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or repl...

Page 57: ...e brake lever free play The brake lever free play should mea sure 2 0 5 0 mm 0 08 0 20 in as shown Periodically check the brake le ver free play and if necessary adjust it as follows 1 Loosen the locknut at the brake le ver 2 To increase the brake lever free play turn the brake lever free play adjusting screw in direction a To decrease the brake lever free play turn the adjusting screw in direc ti...

Page 58: ... the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU22430 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer repl...

Page 59: ...servoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking perfor mance Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor braking performance Be careful that water does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the b...

Page 60: ...n the side stand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position 3 Move the rear wheel by pushing the motorcycle to locate the tight est portion of the drive chain and then measure the drive chain slack as shown 4 If the drive chain slack is incorrect adjust it as follows EAU22912 To adjust the dr...

Page 61: ...g the drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECA10583 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive ch...

Page 62: ...damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10711 EAU23113 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addi tion the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber boot Make sure that the...

Page 63: ...ssary EAU23202 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 EWA10731 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re...

Page 64: ...s several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23283 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintena...

Page 65: ...aha dealer check the wheel bearings EAU23387 Battery The battery is located behind panel B See page 7 7 This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to check the electro lyte or to add distilled water However the battery lead connections need to be checked and if necessary tightened NOTICE ECA10620 Never attempt to remove the battery cell seals as this woul...

Page 66: ...nds to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16521 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage 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 the...

Page 67: ...f the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EAU23815 Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz bulb headlight If the headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows NOTICE ECA10650 Take care not to damage the follow ing parts Headlight bulb Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transpa...

Page 68: ...and then secure it with the bulb holder 6 Install the bulb cover and then connect the coupler 7 Place the headlight unit in the orig inal position and then install the bolts 8 Install the cowling 9 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24133 Replacing the tail brake light bulb 1 Remove the tail brake light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing ...

Page 69: ...4204 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 counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screw NOTICE Do not over tighten the screw otherwise the lens may break ECA11191 1 Tail brake lig...

Page 70: ... license plate light lens by removing the nuts and wash ers 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the license plate light lens by installing the washers and the nuts 6 Install the license plate light unit by installing the rubber dampers washers and the nuts 1 Nut 2 Washer 3 Rubber damper 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 Nut 2 Washer 1 License plate light bulb 1...

Page 71: ...le stand is not available by placing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand or if a motor cycle stand is not available by placing a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swing...

Page 72: ...nd that the slot in the speedometer gear unit fits over the retainer on the fork leg 3 Insert the wheel axle 4 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground 5 Tighten the wheel axle to the spec ified torque 6 Tighten the axle holder nuts to the specified tightening torque Tight en the upper nuts first and then lower ones When tightened in this sequence there should be a gap formed at the botto...

Page 73: ...r wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 7 32 3 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 wheel 4 Remove the axle nut 5 Pull the wheel axle out 6 Remove the spacer the drive chain adjusting plates and the wheel EAU25541 To install the rear wheel 1 Install the...

Page 74: ...tory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting chart represents a quick and easy procedure 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 expe...

Page 75: ...ha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine tur...

Page 76: ...fore cleaning 1 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug cap are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets sprock ets the ...

Page 77: ... warm water a mild detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during winter are e...

Page 78: ... apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad vice on what products to use Washing rainy weather or humid climates can cause the headlight lens to fog Turning the headlight on for a short period of time will help remove the moisture from the l...

Page 79: ...arter This will coat the cylinder wall with oil WARNING To prevent dam age or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over EWA10951 e Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and then install the spark plug and the spark plug cap 6 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the sidestand cente...

Page 80: ...igher JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Without oil filter element replacement 1 10 L 1 16 US qt 0 97 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 20 L 1 27 US qt 1 06 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 9 5 L 2 51 US gal 2 09 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 2 0 L 0 53 US gal 0 44 Imp gal Carburetor Type quantity Y30P x 1...

Page 81: ...ont 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi Rear 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi Off road riding Front 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi Rear 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi Front wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 21x1 60 Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 18x2 15 Front brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot oper...

Page 82: ...0 W 55 W 1 Tail brake light 12 V 5 0 W 21 0 W 1 Front turn signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 Rear turn signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 License plate light 12 V 5 0 W 2 Meter lighting 12 V 3 4 W 1 Neutral indicator light 12 V 3 4 W 1 High beam indicator light 12 V 3 4 W 1 Turn signal indicator light 12 V 3 4 W 1 Fuse Fuse 15 0 A ...

Page 83: ...cation 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 EAU26480 Model label The model label is affixed to the frame under the seat See page 4 9 Record the informatio...

Page 84: ...or rendering inopera tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur pose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate pur chaser or while it is in use and The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoper ative by any pe...

Page 85: ...lder 4 9 High beam indicator light 4 1 Horn switch 4 3 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 13 Indicator lights 4 1 K Kickstarter 4 8 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light bulb replacing 7 31 M Main switch 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 4 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Matte color caution 8 1 Model label 10 1 N Neutral indicator light 4 1 Noise r...

Page 86: ...INDEX W Wheel bearings checking 7 26 Wheel front 7 32 Wheel rear 7 34 Wheels 7 17 ...

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