Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment Motorcycle care and storage Specifications MOTORCYCLE Consumer information...
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EAU93780 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the MTM690, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de- sign and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
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Important manual information EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Read and understand all 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.
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Location of important labels BM5-21568-01 BM5-21659-01 100kPa=1bar kPa,psi kPa,psi 225,33 250,36 225,33 250,36 BM5-21668-01 4AA-22259-40...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028C out proper training or instruction. ing the chance of this type of Take a training course. Beginners accident. Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- Therefore: As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- tified instructor.
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Safety information Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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Safety information Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
Safety information Remove all loose items from the operator and may limit control EAUU0033 Helmets ability, therefore, such accesso- motorcycle. Operating this vehicle without an ap- Check that the fuel cock (if ries are not recommended. proved motorcycle helmet increases ...
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Safety information Correct usage ZAUU0004 ZAUU0006 ZAUU0003 Full-type: use only for riding at low Wrong usage to mid-range speeds ZAUU0005 ZAUU0007 Full-face-type: use for riding at Types of helmets and their usage Half-type: use only for riding at low mid-range to high speeds speeds...
Do not place near magnets. Yamaha dealer to have them re-regis- Do not place near items that tered. 1. Code re-registering key (red bow) 2. Standard keys (black bow) transmit electrical signals.
Instrument and control functions EAU10474 EAU85043 EAU73803 Main switch/steering lock LOCK All electrical circuits are supplied with The steering is locked and all electrical power and the vehicle lights are turned systems are off. The key can be re- on. The engine can be started. The key moved.
2. Turn. then remain on until the engine is start- 7. High beam indicator light “ ” ed. Otherwise, have a Yamaha dealer Push the key in and turn it to “OFF”. 8. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”...
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EAU88550 Engine trouble warning light “ ” stop the engine and have a Yamaha the vehicle as soon as possible. This warning light comes on if a prob- dealer check the vehicle. lem is detected in the engine. If this oc-...
2. Tachometer mode. 3. Eco indicator “ECO” the vehicle and all keys to a 4. Speedometer EWA12423 Yamaha dealer to have the stan- WARNING 5. Multi-function display dard keys re-registered. 6. Fuel meter Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi-function meter unit.
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Instrument and control functions EAU94261 EAU87180 EAU94280 Tachometer Fuel meter The multi-function meter is controlled using the A and B buttons or the “TRIP/INFO” switch. See page 4-12 for “TRIP/INFO” switch. EAU94271 Switching the display units To switch the display units between ki- ZAUM1331 ZAUM1330 lometers and miles, hold the “TRIP”...
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Instrument and control functions Avoid high engine speeds during EAU94701 Multi-function display acceleration. If a problem is detected in the fuel me- Travel at a constant speed. ter electrical circuit, the fuel meter seg- Select the transmission gear that ments, frame, and “...
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Instrument and control functions Use the “TRIP” switch/button B to cy- EAU94311 EAU95470 Tripmeters Instantaneous fuel consumption cle between the information display The tripmeters show the distance trav- display items in the following order: eled since they were last reset. To reset a tripmeter: hold the “INFO”...
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Instrument and control functions “AVE_ _._ L/100 km”: The average To switch between “km/L” and “L/100 EAU90900 Coolant temperature display km” hold the “TRIP” switch/button B amount of fuel necessary to travel while the instantaneous fuel consump- 100 km. ...
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Instrument and control functions EAU90923 EAU94293 Air temperature display Clock You can check the time even when the vehicle is off by pressing button B. The “TRIP/INFO” switch cannot be used to enter the clock setting mode. EAU94351 Brightness control mode ZAUM1338 ZAUM1339...
Instrument and control functions 3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and Right EAU1234S Handlebar switches continue holding button B for 5 seconds until the display switches Left to the brightness control mode. 4. Use the “INFO” switch/button A to set the brightness level.
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Instrument and control functions used in case of an emergency or to To use the “TRIP” switch, move the EAU12461 Turn signal switch “ ” warn other drivers when your vehicle is “TRIP/INFO” switch in direction (a) To signal a right-hand turn, push this stopped where it might be a traffic haz- (same function as button B on the mul- switch to “...
Instrument and control functions EAU12823 EAU12876 EAU26827 Clutch lever Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 2. Distance To disengage the drivetrain from the The shift pedal is located on the left 3. Brake lever position adjusting dial engine, such as when shifting gears, side of the motorcycle.
EAU12944 EAU63041 Brake pedal The ABS performs a self-diagnos- The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake tic test each time the vehicle first System) features a dual electronic con- starts off after the key is turned to trol system, which acts on the front and “ON”...
Instrument and control functions EAU13077 Fuel tank cap The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- less the key is in the lock. In addition, the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked. EWA11092 WARNING Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed after filling fuel.
EWA10882 WARNING EAU86081 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are Your Yamaha engine was designed to extremely flammable. To avoid fires use unleaded gasoline with a research and explosions and to reduce the octane number of 90 or higher. If en- risk of injury when refueling, follow 1.
Instrument and control functions recommended by Yamaha because it EAU86160 Fuel tank overflow hose can cause damage to the fuel system See page 7-10 for canister information. or vehicle performance problems. ECA11401 NOTICE Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe...
Instrument and control functions EAU13435 EAU83140 Catalytic converter Seat The exhaust system contains catalytic converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust To remove the seat emissions. Insert the key into the seat lock, turn it EWA10863 counterclockwise, and then pull the WARNING seat off.
Spring preload setting: sembly yourself. Take the shock Turn the adjusting ring in direction (b) Minimum (soft): absorber assembly to a Yamaha to decrease the spring preload. dealer for any service. Align the appropriate notch in the Standard:...
EAU77390 EAU15306 Auxiliary DC connectors Sidestand Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not This vehicle is equipped with an auxil- The sidestand is located on the left function properly. iary DC connector and a grip warmer side of the frame.
Instrument and control functions EAU44895 Ignition circuit cut-off system This system prevents in-gear engine starts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up. Also, it will stop the running engine should the sidestand be lowered while the trans- mission is in gear.
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The neutral switch may not be working. 6. Move the sidestand up. The motorcycle should not be ridden until 7. Pull the clutch lever. checked by a Yamaha dealer. 8. Shift transmission into gear. 9. Move the sidestand down. Does the engine stall? The sidestand switch may not be working.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 7-13 Coolant • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary. 7-21, 7-21 •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. 7-16, 7-26 Throttle grip • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-25 •...
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• Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 4-20 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
ECA23060 NOTICE there is a control or function you do not between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. this reason, you should read the fol- Keep the engine speed out of EWA10272 lowing material carefully.
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. tion. Turn the vehicle power off To start the engine 3. Shift the transmission into the and then back on again to cancel 1.
Operation and important riding points EAUN0073 EAU16675 ECA10262 Shifting NOTICE ECAN0072 When shifting, press the shift NOTICE pedal firmly until you feel the Do not ride through deep water, oth- gear shift is complete. erwise the engine may be damaged. ...
Operation and important riding points 3. Open the throttle gradually, and at 4. Once motorcycle EAU16811 Tips for reducing fuel con- the same time, release the clutch stopped, the transmission can be sumption lever slowly. shifted into the neutral position. Fuel consumption depends largely on 4.
Operation and important riding points EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING 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.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
However, a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly. If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have your Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
For 31000 km or 30 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 7000 km or 6 months. Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the ser- vice.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS ANNUAL 1000 km 7000 km 13000 km 19000 km 25000 km ITEM ROUTINE CHECK 1 month 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months • Check control system for dam- Evaporative emis- √ √...
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if spark plug should be tightened to the its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU36113 EAU60474 Canister 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 chart.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Engine oil drain bolt 2.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Recommended engine oil: See page 9-1. Oil quantity: Oil change: 2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt) With oil filter removal: 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt) Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any 1.
We form the periodic maintenance chart. gine off and have a Yamaha dealer teams of specialists in the fields of me- check the vehicle. Recommended coolant:...
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The coolant must be changed at the in- tervals specified in the periodic main- tenance and lubrication chart. Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant. WARNING! Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is 1. Coolant reservoir cap hot.
Yamaha dealer. placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication Engine idling speed: chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace 1250–1450 r/min the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. However, the air filter check...
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) proper tire pressure may cause se- Periodically check the throttle grip free vere injury or death from loss of play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha control. The tire air pressure must be dealer adjust it.
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The vehicle’s maximum load is the combined weight of the rider, pas- nail or glass fragments in it, or if the senger, cargo, and any accessories. sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. EWA10512 WARNING Minimum tire tread depth (front and Never overload your vehicle.
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After extensive tests, only the tires list- surfaces until they have been ed below have been approved for this “broken in”. Therefore, it is ad- model by Yamaha. visable before doing any high- 7-18...
2. Loosen the locknut at the crank- ride. If any damage is found, have case. a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A de- formed or cracked wheel must be replaced.
Yamaha dealer. 1. No brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. EWA14212 WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system.
EAU22393 EAU66670 Checking the front and rear Checking the brake fluid level Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid as a set. is above the minimum level mark.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Use only the specified brake flu- Rear brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before id; otherwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. age. Refill with the same type of brake fluid.
EAU22734 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid every 2 years. In addition, checked before each ride and adjusted have the seals of the master cylinders if necessary.
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3. Tighten the axle nut, and then EAU59921 To adjust the drive chain slack tighten the locknuts to the speci- Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- fied torques. justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the locknut at each end of...
If a cable is wet areas. Service the drive chain as damaged or does not move smoothly, follows. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 NOTICE outer housing of cables may result...
In pedals should be checked before each addition, the cable should be lubricat- ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals bricated if necessary. specified in the periodic maintenance Brake pedal chart.
EWA10732 Clutch lever WARNING 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- sulting in a possible loss of control.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, dealer at the intervals specified in the...
[EWA10752] the periodic maintenance and lubrica- 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel fork legs and try to move them for- pair it.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Batteries produce explosive hy- 3. Remove the diagnostic connector EAUM3751 Battery by pulling it upward. drogen gas. Therefore, keep This model is equipped with a VRLA sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., 4. Remove the battery cover by re- (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
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6. Install the diagnostic connector by To charge the battery switch off, then disconnect the pushing it downward. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- negative lead before discon- 7. Install the seat holder by installing tery as soon as possible if it seems to necting the positive lead.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAUM3675 Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the fuse boxes are located under the seat. To access the fuses 1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-18.) 2. Remove the seat holder by remov- ing the bolts. 1.
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4. If the fuse immediately blows possibly a fire. again, have a Yamaha dealer [EWA15132] check the electrical system. Specified fuses: 5. After the fuse is changed, place...
Vehicle lights License plate light Supporting the motorcycle If the license plate light does not come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit or replace the bulb. 1. Headlight/Auxiliary light 1. Maintenance stand (example) Except for the license plate light bulb, Since this model is not equipped with a this model’s lights are all LED.
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.
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
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Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool- ant as soon as possible.
Be performance and extend the useful life those available in coin-operated sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for of many components. Washing, clean- car washers. ing, and polishing will also give you a advice on what products to use be- ...
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Motorcycle care and storage 2. Make sure all caps, covers, elec- 2. Wash the vehicle with a quality au- After washing trical couplers and connectors are tomotive-type detergent mixed 1. Dry the vehicle with a chamois or tightly installed. with cool water and a soft, clean absorbent towel, preferably mi- 3.
Motorcycle care and storage Make sure there is no lubricant 6. Touch up minor paint damage EAU83472 Storage caused by stones, etc. or wax on the brakes or tires. Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry If necessary, wash the tires with 7.
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Motorcycle care and storage 1. Make all necessary repairs and b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine wheels a little once a month in or- perform any outstanding mainte- oil into the spark plug bore. der to prevent the tires from be- nance.
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number The vehicle identification number is The engine serial number is stamped stamped into the steering head pipe.
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following cas- es. In addition, Yamaha may provide vehicle data to a contractor in order to outsource services related to the han- dling of vehicle data.
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Yamaha will appropriate- ly manage the data. With the consent of the vehicle owner Where obligated by law For use by Yamaha in litigation When the data is not related to an individual vehicle nor owner 10-3...