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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL YZFR3AF B02-F8199-20...
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EAU46091 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the YZFR3AF, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
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.
Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Luggage strap holders ....4-21 Tires ..........7-15 Sidestand ........4-21 Cast wheels ........7-17 Safety information......2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..4-22 Adjusting the clutch lever free play........7-17 Description ........3-1 For your safety – pre-operation Checking the brake lever Left view .........
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Table of contents Replacing a headlight bulb....7-32 Auxiliary light bulb ......7-33 Tail/brake light.......7-33 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........7-34 Replacing the license plate light bulb ........7-34 Supporting the motorcycle....7-35 Troubleshooting ......7-36 Troubleshooting charts ....7-37 Motorcycle care and storage ..8-1 Matte color caution ......8-1 Care ..........8-1 Storage ..........8-4...
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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STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 88 dB(A) 5375 r/min BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE IDENTIFICATION : 2MS HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing. 2MS-2118G-10...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- EAU1028B pears to be very effective in reduc- 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 •...
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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- ...
Instrument and control functions EAU10462 EAU54301 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock (off) All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA16371 WARNING Never turn the key to “ ” or “LOCK” while the vehicle is moving. Other- wise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in LOCK...
4. Shift timing indicator light initially when the key is turned to “ ”, 5. Engine trouble warning light “ ” have a Yamaha dealer check the elec- 6. Oil pressure warning light “ ” trical circuit. 7. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning ECA21210 light “...
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If the warning light does not come on EWA16041 WARNING gine off and have a Yamaha dealer initially when the key is turned to “ ”, check the vehicle. or if the warning light remains on, have...
“ ”, a coolant temperature meter or if the indicator light remains on, have a transmission gear display a Yamaha dealer check the electrical 1. “SEL” button a multi-function display circuit.
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Instrument and control functions Tachometer Clock Fuel meter km/h km/L L/100km 1. Tachometer 1. Clock 1. Fuel meter 2. Tachometer red zone The clock displays when the key is The fuel meter indicates the amount of The tachometer allows the rider to turned to “...
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(See page and by the neutral indicator light. approximately three seconds. If this 7-38.) occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check Multi-function display ECA10022 NOTICE the electrical circuit.
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Instrument and control functions Push the “SEL” button to switch the The instantaneous fuel consumption TRIP F → km/L or L/100 km → AVE_ display between the odometer mode display can be set to either “km/L” or _._ km/L or AVE_ _._ L/100 km → OIL “ODO”, tripmeter modes “TRIP 1”...
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Instrument and control functions Average fuel consumption display After changing the engine oil, reset the oil change tripmeter and the oil change After resetting the average fuel con- indicator. To reset them both, select sumption display, “_ _._” is shown until the oil change tripmeter, and then push the vehicle has traveled 1 km (0.6 mi).
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Instrument and control functions Brightness: this function allows Shift timing indicator light (This setting is selected when you to adjust the brightness of the the indicator light flashes indicator light. once every two seconds.) 2. Push the “SEL” button to confirm To adjust the shift timing indicator light the selected flashing pattern.
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Instrument and control functions 2. Push the “SEL” button to confirm To adjust the brightness If a problem is detected in any of those the selected engine speed. The 1. Push the “RES” button to select circuits, the engine trouble warning control mode changes to the de- the desired shift indicator light light will come on and the display will...
Instrument and control functions EAU1234H EAU12361 EAU12661 Handlebar switches Pass switch “PASS” Engine stop switch “ ” Press this switch to flash the headlight. Set this switch to “ ” before starting Left the engine. Set this switch to “ ”...
Instrument and control functions EAU12821 EAU12872 EAU12892 Clutch lever Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever The clutch lever is located at the left The shift pedal is located on the left The brake lever is located on the right handlebar grip.
EAU12944 EAU63040 Brake pedal 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 EAU13075 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.
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 not possible fire hazards such as recommended by Yamaha because it grass or other materials that can cause damage to the fuel system easily burn.
Instrument and control functions ECA10702 EAU62621 To install the passenger seat Seats NOTICE 1. Insert the projections on the front of the passenger seat into the seat Use only unleaded gasoline. The use Passenger seat holders as shown, and then push of leaded gasoline will cause unre- the rear of the seat down to lock it pairable damage to the catalytic...
Instrument and control functions To install the rider seat EAU62930 Helmet holders 1. Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown, and then place the seat in the original position. 1. Center cover 2.
Instrument and control functions EAU62550 EAU39672 Storage compartment Rear view mirrors The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can be folded forward or backward for parking in narrow spaces. Fold the mir- rors back to their original position be- fore riding. 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU68140 rection (a). To decrease the spring Spring preload setting: Adjusting the shock absorber preload and thereby soften the Minimum (soft): assembly suspension, turn the adjusting ring This shock absorber assembly is Standard: in direction (b). equipped with a spring preload adjust- ...
EAU15306 this system regularly and have a Luggage strap holders Sidestand Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The sidestand is located on the left function properly. side of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright.
Instrument and control functions EAU44893 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions. It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the clutch le- ver is not pulled.
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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. 7-12 • 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 7-15, 7-25 • 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 7-24 •...
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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 4-21 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
NOTICE: If the stops, simply push the start warning light does not go off, switch to restart the engine. have a Yamaha dealer check its electrical circuit. [ECAT1121] The ABS warning light should come on when the main switch is turned to “ON”...
The transmission is neutral position. The neutral indi- properly lubricated only when cator light should come on. If not, the engine is running. Inade- ask a Yamaha dealer to check the quate lubrication may damage electrical circuit. the transmission. 1. Shift pedal 3.
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Operation and important riding points 4. At the recommended shift points clutch lever in, use the brakes to EAU58280 Recommended shift points shown in the following table, close slow the motorcycle, and continue The recommended shift points during the throttle, and at the same time, to downshift as necessary.
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.
Owner’s tool kit 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 2. O-ring The owner’s tool kit is located on the...
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 EAU1770M 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) √ √...
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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 operation and for exces- √ √...
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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 operation and for oil leak- √...
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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. ...
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 EAU62632 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, Engine oil and oil filter car- the engine oil drain bolt and its tridge gasket to drain the oil from the The engine oil level should be checked crankcase.
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Make sure that the O-ring is properly 17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) An oil filter wrench is available at a seated. Yamaha dealer. 8. Install the engine oil drain bolt and 7. Install the new oil filter cartridge its new gasket, and then tighten 6.
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ECA11621 gine off and have a Yamaha dealer NOTICE check the vehicle. In order to prevent clutch slip- 11. Turn the engine off, wait a few...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU20071 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cool- ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EAUN0690 To check the coolant level 1.
EAU62650 Replacing the air filter ele- added to the coolant, have a ment and cleaning the check Yamaha dealer check the anti- hose freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible, otherwise the The air filter element should be re-...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2. Remove the air filter case cover by properly seated in the air filter 2. If dirt or water is visible, remove removing the screws. case. The engine should never the hose, clean it, and then install be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may...
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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“broken EWA10512 wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal WARNING replace the tire immediately.
If any damage is found, have could lead to an accident. a Yamaha dealer replace the After extensive tests, only the tires list- wheel. Do not attempt even the ed below have been approved for this smallest repair to the wheel.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment decrease the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting nut in di- If the specified clutch lever free play rection (b). could be obtained as described above, skip steps 3–8. 3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction (a) to loos- en the clutch cable.
EAU40262 Checking the front and rear Checking the brake fluid level peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid the brake pads as a set. is above the minimum level mark.
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Use only the specified brake flu- Rear brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. age. Refill with the same type of brake fluid.
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 rection (b), and then push the rear wheel forward. NOTICE: Improp- er drive chain slack will over- load the engine as well as other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or breakage.
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- ECA10584 place it. WARNING! Damage to the 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- fork does not operate smoothly, ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- specified in the periodic maintenance securely support the vehicle so pair it.
If any free This model is equipped with a VRLA smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer play can be felt, have a Yamaha (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. check the wheel bearings. dealer check or repair the steer- There is no need to check the electro- ing.
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• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty To charge the battery of water. 3. Fully charge the battery before in- Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- stallation. NOTICE: When install- • INTERNAL: Drink large quan- tery as soon as possible if it seems to...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAUN0820 Fuse box 1 Replacing the fuses The main fuse is located under the passenger seat. (See page 4-17.) To access the main fuse, proceed as follows. 1. Remove the passenger seat. (See page 4-17.) 2. Remove the tray by removing the quick fasteners.
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Fuse box 2 install a new fuse of the specified 4. If the fuse immediately blows amperage. WARNING! Do not again, have a Yamaha dealer use a fuse of a higher amperage check the electrical system. rating than recommended to...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU39014 Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with halogen bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. ECA10651 NOTICE Take care not to damage the follow- ing parts: Headlight bulb 1.
Auxiliary light bulb Tail/brake light turning it clockwise. This model is equipped with an LED- 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the type tail/brake light. headlight beam if necessary. If the tail/brake light does not come on, have a Yamaha dealer check it.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU62590 EAU62670 Replacing a turn signal light Replacing the license plate bulb light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens 1. Remove the mudguard by remov- by removing the screw. ing the quick fasteners. 1. Turn signal light bulb socket 3.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 5. Insert a new bulb into the socket. EAU24351 Supporting the motorcycle 6. Install the socket (together with Since this model is not equipped with a the bulb) by pushing it in. centerstand, follow these precautions 7.
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.
Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA10773 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- advice on what products to use be- noticed on a car, however, it detracts fore cleaning the vehicle.
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For additional hoses and vents. during winter are extremely corrosive For motorcycles equipped with cleaning, use Yamaha Windshield in combination with water, carry out Cleaner or another high-quality wind- a windshield: Do not use strong the following steps after each ride in shield cleaner.
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Motorcycle care and storage windshield which does not affect your EWA11132 WARNING visibility and which cannot be easily Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- recognized. Contaminants on the brakes or tires vice on what products to use. can cause loss of control.
Motorcycle care and storage EAU26183 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel e. Remove the spark plug caps Storage stabilizer (if available) to prevent from the spark plugs, and then the fuel tank from rusting and the install the spark plugs and the Short-term fuel from deteriorating.
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Motorcycle care and storage Make any necessary repairs before storing the motorcycle.
Specifications Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel: Overall length: Recommended brand: Recommended fuel: 2090 mm (82.3 in) YAMALUBE Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10) Overall width: Type: acceptable) 720 mm (28.3 in) SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, Fuel tank capacity: Overall height: 20W-40 or 20W-50 14.0 L (3.70 US gal, 3.08 Imp.gal) 1135 mm (44.7 in) Fuel reserve amount:...
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Specifications 2nd: (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo Specified brake fluid: 1.824 (31/17) and accessories) DOT 4 3rd: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Front suspension: 1.348 (31/23) tires): Type: 4th: Telescopic fork Front (1 person): 1.087 (25/23) Spring/shock absorber type: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi) 5th: Coil spring/oil damper...
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Specifications Front turn signal light: ABS control unit fuse: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2 7.5 A Rear turn signal light: ABS motor fuse: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2 30.0 A Auxiliary light: ABS solenoid fuse: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1 15.0 A License plate light: Backup fuse:...
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...
This infor- TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: mation will be needed when ordering Owners are warned that the law may spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. prohibit: a. The removal or rendering inopera- tive by any person other than for...