Control functions
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
35.6 L (9.41 US gal) (7.83 Imp.gal)
Your Yamaha engine has been designed to
use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number [(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a
research octane number of 91 or higher.
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CAUTION:
Oxygenated fuels (gasohol) containing
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a maximum 5% of ethanol can be used,
although richer jetting may be required
to prevent engine damage. Consult a
Yamaha dealer. Gasohol containing
methanol is not recommended.
Make sure that snow or ice does not en-
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ter the fuel tank when refueling.
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Do not use alcohol deicers or water ab-
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sorbing additives with oxygenated fuel.
The fuel tank should be filled with
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straight gasoline as specified.
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Suspension
The suspension can be adjusted to suit rider
preference. A softer setting, for example, may
provide greater rider comfort, while a harder
setting may allow more precise handling and
control over certain types of terrain or riding
conditions.
EWS00150
WARNING
Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this
adjustment.
This shock absorber contains highly pres-
surized nitrogen gas. It could explode by
improper handling, causing injury, or
property damage.
Do not tamper with or attempt to open
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the shock absorber.
Do not subject the shock absorber to an
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open flame or other high heat source,
which could cause it to explode.
Do not deform or damage the shock ab-
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sorber in any way.
Do not dispose of a worn or damaged
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shock absorber by yourself. Take the
unit to a Yamaha dealer.
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Adjusting the ski spring preload
ECS00250
CAUTION:
The left and right ski spring preload must
be set to the same setting. Uneven set-
tings can cause poor handling and loss of
stability.
The spring preload can be adjusted by turning
the spring preload adjusting ring.