Table Of Contents - Yamaha FZ8-N Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view....................................... 2-3
Controls and instruments ............... 2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
Handlebar switches...................... 3-11
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-13
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose............................ 3-17
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-17
Seats ............................................ 3-18
Storage compartment .................. 3-19
Adjusting the front fork................. 3-20
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-22
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-24
Sidestand ......................................3-24
Ignition circuit cut-off system .......3-25
FOR YOUR SAFETY -
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................5-1
Starting the engine..........................5-1
Shifting ............................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption................................5-3
Engine break-in ...............................5-3
Parking ............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT...................................6-1
Owner's tool kit ...............................6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system..............6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart...........................6-4
Removing and installing the
cowling and panel........................6-8
Checking the spark plugs ...............6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge....6-10
Coolant..........................................6-13
Replacing the air filter element .....6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed.........................................6-16
Checking the throttle grip free
play............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance............................. 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels .................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play............................................ 6-21
Checking the brake lever free
play............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-25
Drive chain slack........................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain.......................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
cables........................................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-29
Checking the front fork................. 6-30
Checking the steering................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-31
Battery .......................................... 6-31