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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL FZ8-N FZ8-NA 2SH-28199-E0...
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your FZ8-N/FZ8-NA. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
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.
SAFETY INFORMATION Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028B 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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• Never attach any large or heavy Do not run engine in poorly venti- Maximum load: items to the handlebar, front FZ8-N 199 kg (439 lb) lated or partially enclosed areas fork, or front fender. These FZ8-NA 194 kg (428 lb)
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change 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 •...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- equipped) is in the “OFF” position ries are not recommended. and that there are no fuel leaks. Use caution when adding electri- ...
Do not expose any key to exces- cess, take the vehicle along with all three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have sively high temperatures. Do not place any key close to them re-registered. Do not use the key with the red bow for driving.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Keep other immobilizer system EAU10473 EAU38531 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power; the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. cense plate light and auxiliary light come on, and the engine can be start- ed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To unlock the steering EAU10685 ECA11021 LOCK NOTICE The steering is locked, and all electrical Do not use the parking position for systems are off. The key can be re- an extended length of time, other- moved.
2.5 seconds. If this occurs, 4. High beam indicator light “ ” to “ON”. The warning light should have a Yamaha dealer check the 5. Engine trouble warning light “ ” come on for a few seconds, and then vehicle.
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If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to “ON”, or if the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. ECA10022 NOTICE Do not continue to operate the en- gine if it is overheating.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Display Conditions What to do Under 40 °C Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding. (Under 104 °F) 40–116 °C Coolant temperature is dis- OK. Go ahead with riding. (104–242 °F) played. Reduce the load on the engine by riding Coolant temperature flash- at a moderate pace, at low rpm, until 117–134 °C...
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If this oc- light will come on, but this is not a mal- The ABS may not work correctly. If any curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the function. of the above occurs, have a Yamaha self-diagnosis system.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS multi-function meter unit Tachometer EAU46766 Multi-function meter unit equipped with the following: a speedometer a tachometer an odometer two tripmeters (which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero) ...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Clock 5. Push the “RESET” button to set mode “F-TRIP” and start counting the the minutes. distance traveled from that point. In 6. Push the “SELECT” button and that case, push the “SELECT” button then release it to start the clock. to switch the display between the vari- ous tripmeter and odometer modes in Odometer and tripmeter modes...
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ECA10022 NOTICE times, then go off for approximately 3 agnosis device for various electrical seconds. If this occurs, have a Yamaha circuits. Do not continue to operate the en- dealer check the electrical circuit. If a problem is detected in any of those gine if it is overheating.
If a problem is detected in the immobi- key and both standard keys to a EAU1234F Handlebar switches lizer system circuits, the immobilizer Yamaha dealer and have the stan- system indicator light will flash and the dard keys re-registered. Left display will indicate an error code.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Right ter position. To cancel the turn signal EAU12734 Hazard switch “ ” lights, push the switch in after it has re- With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- turned to the center position. tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all EAU12501...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12821 EAU12872 EAU26825 Clutch lever Shift pedal Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the throttle grip. 1. Clutch lever 1.
EAU51801 Brake pedal ABS (for ABS models) The ABS performs a self-diagno- The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake sis 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 wheel hubs may be damaged, re- EAU13075 Fuel tank cap sulting in improper performance of The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- the ABS system. less the key is in the lock. In addition, the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked.
WARNING pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler Gasoline is poisonous and can Your Yamaha engine has been de- hole. Stop filling when the fuel cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- reaches the bottom of the filler line with care.
10% (E10). Gas- Do not park the vehicle near ohol containing methanol is possible fire hazards such as recommended by Yamaha because it grass or other materials that can cause damage to the fuel system easily burn. or vehicle performance problems.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To install the passenger seat ECA10702 EAU49644 Seats NOTICE 1. Insert the projections on the front of the passenger seat into the seat Use only unleaded gasoline. The use Passenger seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- holders as shown, and then push pairable damage to the catalytic the rear of the seat down to lock it...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14464 Storage compartment Make sure that the seats are properly secured before riding. 1. Bolt 1. Storage compartment To install the rider seat Insert the projection on the front of the The storage compartment is located rider seat into the seat holder as under the passenger seat.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Do not exceed the maximum EAU55261 Adjusting the front fork load of FZ8-N 199 kg (439 lb) EWA14671 FZ8-NA 194 kg (428 lb) for the WARNING vehicle. Always adjust the spring preload on both fork legs equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Spring preload setting: Rebound damping setting: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): Distance A = 14.0 mm (0.55 in) 11 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: Standard: Distance A = 11.0 mm (0.43 in) 8 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): Distance A = 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS justment, it would be advisable to EAU39346 Adjusting the shock absorber check the number of clicks of each assembly damping force adjusting mechanism This shock absorber assembly is and to modify the specifications as equipped with a spring preload adjust- necessary.
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Take the shock advisable to check the actual total damping, turn the adjusting screw in absorber assembly to a Yamaha number of clicks or turns of the damp- direction (a). To decrease the rebound dealer for any service.
(or does not stay up), otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control. Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off 1. Luggage strap holder system has been designed to assist There are six luggage strap holders,...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS this system regularly and have a EAU44893 Ignition circuit cut-off system Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The ignition circuit cut-off system function properly. (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-13 • 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.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-17, 6-28 • 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 6-27 •...
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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 3-24 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
a lean angle sensor to stop the en- The transmission is in the neutral understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this EWA10272 position.
The gear positions are shown in the il- neutral position. The neutral indi- lustration. cator light should come on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to check the To shift the transmission into the neu- electrical circuit. tral position, press the shift pedal down 3.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ECA10261 EAU16811 EAU16842 Tips for reducing fuel con- Engine break-in NOTICE sumption There is never a more important period Even with the transmission in in the life of your engine than the period Fuel consumption depends largely on the neutral position, do not between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi).
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.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and tech- nical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770G General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ Air filter element •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check chain slack, alignment and condition. Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or Drive chain •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Rear suspension re- lay arm and con- √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18681 Air filter • This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. ...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT To install the cowling EAU18743 Removing and installing the Place the cowling in the original posi- cowling and panel tion, and then install the bolts. The cowling and panel shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter.
Before installing a spark plug, the checked periodically, preferably by a spark plug gap should be measured Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FZ8-N EAU19918 Engine oil and oil filter car- If a torque wrench is not available tridge when installing a spark plug, a good The engine oil level should be checked estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–...
An oil filter wrench is available at a cient oil of the recommended type Yamaha dealer. to raise it to the correct level. 7. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter To change the engine oil (with or cartridge.
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9. Install the engine oil drain bolt and In order to prevent clutch slip- off and have a Yamaha dealer check its new gasket, and then tighten page (since the engine oil also the vehicle.
If water has been and lubrication chart. added to the coolant, have a Yamaha dealer check the anti- EAU39088 freeze content of the coolant as To check the coolant level soon as possible, otherwise the 1.
The air filter element should be re- tenance and lubrication chart. Have a placed at the intervals specified in the Yamaha dealer change the coolant. periodic maintenance and lubrication WARNING! Never attempt to remove chart. Replace the air filter element...
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If any fuel hose is damaged, do not start the engine but have a Yamaha dealer replace the hose, other- wise fuel may leak, creating a 1. Fuel tank hose fire hazard.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 13. Install the cowling bolts on both EAU34302 Adjusting the engine idling sides. speed 14. Install the rider seat. The engine idling speed must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
If the specified idling speed cannot be from occurring, the valve clearance obtained as described above, have a must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) or glass fragments in it, or if the side- Rear: Operation of this vehicle with im- wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi) proper tire pressure may cause se- replace the tire immediately.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Tire information EWA10472 EWA10482 WARNING WARNING Have a Yamaha dealer replace The front and rear tires should excessively worn tires. Besides be of the same make and de- being illegal, operating the vehi- sign, otherwise the handling...
BRIDGESTONE/BT021R BB ride. If any damage is found, have FRONT and REAR: Tire air valve: a Yamaha dealer replace the TR412 wheel. Do not attempt even the Valve core: smallest repair to the wheel. A de-...
The brake light, which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever, should come on just before braking takes effect. If necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust the brake light switches. 1. Rear brake light switch 2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut...
EAU22393 EAU51713 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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If the brake id; otherwise, the rubber seals fluid level goes down suddenly, have a may deteriorate, causing leak- Yamaha dealer check the cause before age. Refill with the same type of further riding. brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a 1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU22733 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted the periodic maintenance and lubrica- if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 3. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- nuts to their specified torques. Tightening torques: Axle nut: 150 Nm (15 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf) Locknut: 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) 4. Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position, 1.
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.
WARNING! To avoid injury, of it falling over. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- [EWA10752] securely support the vehicle so 2. Hold the lower ends of the front pair it.
(See page 3-18.) hub or if the wheel does not turn This model is equipped with a VRLA smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. check the wheel bearings. There is no need to check the electro- lyte or to add distilled water.
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To charge the battery charge it if necessary. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- 3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install- tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FZ8-NA FZ8-N EAU49825 Replacing the fuses 3 4 5 6 7 The main fuse, the fuel injection sys- tem fuse, and the fuse boxes, which contain the fuses for the individual cir- cuits, are located under the rider seat.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FZ8-NA FZ8-NA 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 1. Starter relay cover 1. Fuse box 1. Left radiator fan fuse 2. Fuel injection system fuse 2. Ignition fuse 2. Taillight fuse 3. Fuel injection system spare fuse 3.
2. Bolt 4. If the fuse immediately blows Do not use a headlight bulb of a again, have a Yamaha dealer 2. Remove the bolt behind the head- wattage higher than specified. check the electrical system. light unit as shown.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Bolt 1. Coupler 1. Headlight bulb holder 2. Headlight bulb 3. Remove the headlight unit bolts. 5. Disconnect the headlight coupler, 7. Place a new headlight bulb into then remove the headlight bulb position, then secure it with the cover.
3-18.) 2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by turning it counterclockwise. 13. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Tail/brake light bulb socket 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by 1. Projection pushing it in and turning it coun- 2.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24205 EAU24314 Replacing a turn signal light Replacing the license plate bulb light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens 1. Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screw. by removing the screws. 1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU50771 Replacing the auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re- place it as follows. 1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-35.) 2. Remove the auxiliary light coupler (together with the socket and bulb) by turning the coupler coun- 1.
EWA14841 WARNING when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other mainte- For the ABS model, have a Yamaha nance requiring the motorcycle to dealer remove and install the wheel. stand upright. Check that the motorcy- cle is in a stable and level position be- EAU56330 fore starting any maintenance.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt 1. Brake hose holder 1. Brake caliper bolt 2. Wheel axle 2. Bolt and nut 2. Brake caliper 3. Brake caliper bolt 4. Remove the brake caliper on each 5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then 2.
WARNING 4. Fully loosen the locknut on each discs. For the ABS model, have a Yamaha side of the swingarm. dealer remove and install the wheel. 5. Install the brake hose holders by 5.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT To install the rear wheel 4. Lower the rear wheel so that it is 1. Install the wheel and the brake cal- on the ground, and then put the If the drive chain is difficult to re- iper bracket by inserting the wheel sidestand down.
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 plugs 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.
Some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10773 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-...
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using shield. Test the product on a plenty of water, as it is harmful small hidden part of the wind- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter to plastic parts. shield to make sure that it does may remain well into spring.
EWA11132 poorly ventilated room or cover- WARNING ing it with a tarp, while it is still Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- Contaminants on the brakes or tires wet, will allow water and humid- can cause loss of control.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel e. Remove the spark plug caps stabilizer (if available) to prevent from the spark plugs, and then Make any necessary repairs before the fuel tank from rusting and the install the spark plugs and the storing the motorcycle.
Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1.
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INDEX Engine oil and oil filter cartridge... 6-10 Model label ..........9-1 Engine stop switch....... 3-12 Multi-function meter unit ......3-8 ABS (for ABS models) ......3-14 Engine trouble warning light ....3-7 ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..3-7 Air filter element, replacing....
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INDEX Troubleshooting charts......6-45 Turn signal indicator light .......3-4 Turn signal light bulb, replacing....6-38 Turn signal switch .........3-12 Valve clearance........6-17 Vehicle identification number ....9-1 Wheel bearings, checking.....6-31 Wheel, front (for non-ABS models) ..6-40 Wheel, rear (for non-ABS models) ..6-42 Wheels ..........6-20...
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Original instructions PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2013.07-0.3×1 CR...