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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL YZF600 BN6-28199-E2...
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For Europe Declaration of Conformity: Hereby, YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd declares that the radio equipment type, IMMOBILIZER, BN6-00 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://global.yamaha-motor.com/eu_doc/...
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the YZF600, 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.
Table of contents Safety information......1-1 Adjusting the shock absorber Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 7-15 assembly........4-26 Why Yamalube......7-18 Description ........2-1 EXUP system ........4-28 Coolant ......... 7-19 Left view ......... 2-1 Auxiliary DC connector ....4-29 Air filter element......7-20 Right view........
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Table of contents Checking and lubricating the sidestand ........7-33 Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...7-33 Checking the front fork....7-34 Checking the steering ....7-34 Checking the wheel bearings ..7-35 Battery ...........7-35 Replacing the fuses.......7-36 Vehicle lights .........7-38 Replacing the license plate light bulb ..........7-38 Supporting the motorcycle....7-39 Troubleshooting ......7-39...
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 •...
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Safety information Remove all loose items from the operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- motorcycle. Check that the fuel cock (if ries are not recommended. Use caution when adding electri- equipped) is in the off position and cal accessories.
Special features Mode “B” EAU76422 D-mode (drive mode) Mode “B” offers response that is Make sure you understand each D-mode is an electronically controlled somewhat less sharp compared to drive mode before operating the engine performance system. This mode “STD” for riding situations that drive mode switch.
Special features TCS settings EAU79733 Traction control system TCS “OFF” The traction control system (TCS) TCS “OFF” turns the traction control helps maintain traction when acceler- system off. ating on slippery surfaces, such as un- paved or wet roads. If sensors detect TCS “1”...
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Resetting the traction control sys- push down on the TCS switch to ble. turn the traction control system 4. Have a Yamaha dealer check the The traction control system will auto- back on. vehicle and turn off the “...
Special features EAU79481 Quick shift system The quick shift system allows for full- throttle, clutch lever-less upshifts. When the shift switch detects motion in the shift pedal, engine power and drive torque are momentarily adjusted to allow the upshift to occur. The quick shift system operates when traveling at least 20 km/h (12 mi/h) with an engine speed of 2000 r/min or high-...
When necessary, take the tire immobilizer system must be re- vehicle along with all three keys to a placed. Therefore, handle the keys Yamaha dealer to have them re-regis- carefully. Do not submerse in water. tered. Do not expose to high tempera- Do not use the key with the red bow for driving.
Instrument and control functions EAU10474 EAU85050 EAU1068B 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.
Instrument and control functions ECA20760 EAU66055 Handlebar switches NOTICE If the steering will not lock, try turning Using the hazard or turn signal lights Left the handlebars back to the right slight- for an extended length of time may cause the battery to discharge. To unlock the steering 1.
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Instrument and control functions Right EAU66060 Stop/Run/Start switch “ ” When the switch is set to low beam, To crank the engine with the starter, only the left headlight comes on. When set this switch to “ ”, and then push the switch down towards “...
10.ABS warning light “ ” 11.Immobilizer system indicator light el warning light will flash repeatedly. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer EAU11022 check the vehicle. Turn signal indicator light “ ”...
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If this occurs, go off. will perform a circuit check (come on have a Yamaha dealer check the on- If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds and then go off). board diagnostic system.
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If the light does not come all, use extra caution to avoid possi- then quickly 2 times, this could be on, have a Yamaha dealer check the ble wheel lock during emergency caused by transponder interference. If vehicle.
4. If one or both of the standard keys multi-function meter unit do not start the engine, take the equipped with the following: vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha speedometer dealer to have the standard keys tachometer re-registered. clock ...
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Instrument and control functions Speedometer Red zone: 16500 r/min and above 6. Push the “SELECT” button to con- The speedometer shows the vehicle’s firm the settings and start the traveling speed. clock. Clock and lap timer Tachometer To switch between the clock and lap timer Push and release the “SELECT”...
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Instrument and control functions “L-20” = lap order (most re- new fast lap within the top 20 will be in- serted and the previous F20 will be cent is L1) “F-20” = fastest order (fastest pushed out of the history. lap time is F1) To use the lap timer 1.
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Instrument and control functions Coolant temperature display When the vehicle is turned on, the When the coolant temperature coolant temperature display is au- display is selected, “C” is dis- tomatically selected. played for one second, and then When the coolant temperature is the coolant temperature is dis- below 41 °C, “Lo”...
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Instrument and control functions This display shows the selected gear. TCS display QS icon The neutral position is indicated by “ ” and by the neutral indicator light. Drive mode display 1. TCS display 1. Quick shift icon “QS” This display indicates which traction When the quick shift system is set to control system setting has been se- on (i.e.
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Instrument and control functions The multi-function display is equipped The tripmeters show the distance trav- with the following: eled since they were last reset. To reset If you do not reset the fuel reserve trip- odometer a tripmeter, push the “RESET” button meter manually, after refueling and ...
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Instrument and control functions “AVE _ _ _._ MPG”: The average ing kilometers, push the “SELECT” Average fuel consumption button for one second to switch be- distance that can be traveled on tween “km/L” and “L/100 km”. 1.0 US gal of fuel is shown. ...
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Instrument and control functions When using kilometers, this figure is This mode cycles through five control 3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re- shown in liters. When using miles, this functions, allowing you to make the fol- lease the “SELECT” button after figure is shown in gallons.
Instrument and control functions 2. Push the “SELECT” button to con- engine speed than the activation point, EAU12822 Clutch lever firm the selected shift light activity. otherwise the shift light will not come The control mode changes to the shift light activation point setting 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU12876 EAU26827 EAU12944 Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal 2. Shift switch 2. Distance The brake pedal is located on the right 3. Match mark The shift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle.
Instrument and control functions EAU63040 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 EAU13076 EAU13222 Fuel tank cap Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in less the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 WARNING not properly closed and locked.
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If gaso- line spills on your clothing, change your clothes. EAU86071 Your Yamaha engine was designed to use unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 95 or higher. If en- 1. Fuel tank filler tube gine knocking or pinging occurs, use a 2.
Instrument and control functions ECA11401 EAU86160 Fuel tank overflow hose NOTICE See page 7-14 for canister information. Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts, such as the valves and piston rings, as well as to the exhaust system.
Instrument and control functions EAU13435 EAU79900 Catalytic converter Seats The exhaust system contains catalytic converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust Passenger seat emissions. EWA10863 To remove the passenger seat WARNING 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, The exhaust system is hot after op- and then turn it clockwise.
Instrument and control functions EAU39672 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. Bolt 1.
Instrument and control functions Turn the adjusting nut in direction (b) to EAU79923 Adjusting the front fork decrease the spring preload. When turning the spring preload ad- To set the spring preload, turn the ad- juster in direction (a), it may turn be- This model is equipped with adjustable juster in direction (b) until it stops, and yond...
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments Compression damping setting: are ineffective and may damage Minimum (soft): the suspension. 23 click(s) in direction (b) Standard: 14 click(s) in direction (b) Compression damping force Maximum (hard): Turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a) 1 click(s) in direction (b) to increase the compression damping force.
Instrument and control functions Use the special wrench and EAU79933 Spring preload: Adjusting the shock absorber the extension bar included in Minimum (soft): assembly the tool kit to make the ad- Distance A = 84.9 mm (3.34 in) Standard: justment.
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments Fast compression damping setting are ineffective and may damage Minimum (soft): the suspension. 5.5 turn(s) in direction (b) Standard: 3 turn(s) in direction (b) Compression damping force Maximum (hard): 0 turn(s) in direction (b) Fast compression damping force Turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a) to increase the compression damping...
Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments EAU15283 EXUP system are ineffective and may damage This model is equipped with Yamaha’s the suspension. EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) EWA10222 system. This system boosts engine WARNING power by means of a valve that regu-...
EAU70641 EAU15306 Auxiliary DC connector 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. Consult your side of the frame.
Instrument and control functions EAU57952 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. 7-19 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. 7-26, 7-27 •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-21, 7-31 • 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 7-31 •...
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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 4-29 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
the transmission is in the neutral there is a control or function you do not a lean angle sensor. This sensor understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. position or stops the engine in case of a turn- the transmission is in gear, the EWA10272 over.
If a warning or indicator light does not work as described above, have a the neutral position, do not Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. coast for long periods of time with the engine off, and do not 3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
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.
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.
EAU71033 Periodic maintenance charts Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by your Yamaha dealer because these items require special tools, data, and technical skills. From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 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 control system for dam- Evaporative emis- √...
• Perform dynamic inspection us- Diagnostic system √ √ √ √ √ √ ing Yamaha diagnostic tool. check • Check the error codes. 2 * Air filter element • Replace. Every 40000 km (24000 mi) • Check operation. √ √...
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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 replace if √ √...
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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 free play. • Adjust the throttle cable free play Throttle grip hous- √...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU18713 EAU79983 Removing and installing cowl- ings and panels Cowling A The cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the To remove the cowling maintenance jobs described in this 1. Remove panel A. (See page 7-13.) chapter.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Bolt 1. Cowling A 1. Cowling A 4. Remove the upper projections 2. Slide the cowling as shown. from the slots, and then slide the cowling forward. 1. Quick fastener 1. Cowling A 3. Slide the cowling as shown. 3.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment To install the cowling 1. Place cowling B in its original po- Install the bolts loosely, then install the sition, and then install the bolts. quick fasteners and quick fastener 2. Install cowling A and panel A. screw, and then tighten the bolts.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Install the bolts loosely, then install the quick fastener and quick fastener screw, and then tighten the bolts. 4. Install the panel. Cowling D To remove the cowling 1. Cowling C 1. Cowling C 1. Remove panel B and cowling C. 4.
2. Install cowling C and panel B. checked periodically, preferably by a Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- EAU79970 Panels A and B its will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU36112 Specified spark plug: Canister NGK/CR10EK If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good Before installing a spark plug, the estimate of the correct torque is 1/4– spark plug gap should be measured 1/2 turn past finger tight.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU80313 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 4. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. 5. Remove the engine oil filler cap, the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase. 1. Shift arm 1.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 9. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 1. Torque wrench 1. Shift arm 2. Shift arm bolt Tightening torque: 3.
2. Maximum level mark soft tap water instead. Do not 3. Minimum level mark If genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail- use hard water or salt water 3. If the coolant is at or below the since it is harmful to the engine.
Changing the coolant maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a The coolant must be changed at the in- Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer. tervals specified in the periodic main- filter element. tenance and lubrication chart. Have a Engine idling speed: Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
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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“broken combined weight of the rider, pas- wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal senger, cargo, and any accessories. replace the tire immediately.
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1. Tire air valve BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX HY- ed below have been approved for this PERSPORT S21R 2. Tire air valve core model by Yamaha. FRONT and REAR: 3. Tire air valve cap with seal Tire air valve: This model is equipped with tubeless...
The tires must be warmed up ride. If any damage is found, have before a high-speed run. a Yamaha dealer replace the Always adjust the tire air pres- wheel. Do not attempt even the sure according to the operating smallest repair to the wheel.
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 1.
EAU36891 Front brake pads Yamaha dealer. 1. Brake pad wear indicator Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicators, which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav- ing to disassemble the brake.
Rear brake EAU40262 Checking the brake fluid level Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid as a set. is above the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid level with the top...
EAU22734 Changing the brake fluid id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. brake fluid every 2 years. In addition, age.
To adjust the drive chain slack 2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the neutral position. Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- drive chain slack adjusting bolt on 3. Measure the drive chain slack as justing the drive chain slack.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Make sure that the drive chain EAU23026 Cleaning and lubricating the pullers are in the same position, drive chain the drive chain slack is correct, The drive chain must be cleaned and drive chain moves lubricated at the intervals specified in smoothly.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU44276 EAU23144 Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease brake and shift pedals brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and shift The operation of the brake and clutch pedals should be checked before each levers should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-...
The operation of the sidestand should The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- be checked before each ride, and the ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal specified in the periodic maintenance contact surfaces should be lubricated and lubrication chart.
[EWA10752] tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so fork legs and try to move them for- pair it.
EWA10761 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment battery tends to discharge more quick- nect the positive lead before EAU2370A Replacing the fuses ly if the vehicle is equipped with op- connecting the negative lead. The main fuse, the ABS motor fuse, tional electrical accessories. [ECA16842] and fuse box 1 are located under the ECA16522...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 50.0 A Terminal fuse 1: 2.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A ABS ECU fuse: 7.5 A 1. Fuse box 1 1. Fuse box 2 ABS solenoid fuse: 2.
If an LED light does not come on, check the fuses and then have a 2. Remove the license plate light Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If the bulb socket (together with the license plate light does not come on, bulb) by pulling it out.
1. Maintenance stand (example) self. However, should your motorcycle 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by Since this model is not equipped with a require any repair, take it to a Yamaha pulling it out. centerstand, use maintenance stands dealer, whose skilled technicians have 4.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or prop- erty damage. 7-40...
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 high-pressure washers sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for of many components. Washing, clean- steam-jet cleaners. Excessive advice on what products to use be- ing, and polishing will also give you a...
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Motorcycle care and storage chemicals such as, solvents, Washing plastic may scratch the wind- gasoline, rust removers, brake 1. Rinse off any degreaser and spray shield, so be sure to test all fluid, or antifreeze, etc. down the vehicle with a garden cleaning products before gen- hose.
Motorcycle care and storage Do not use abrasive polishing will become slippery, which EAU83472 Storage could cause loss of control. compounds as they will wear Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry Thoroughly clean the surfaces away the paint. place.
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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.
This infor- malfunctions and for research, statisti- mation will be needed when ordering cal analysis and development purpos- spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model, the main data points are: ...
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Consumer information 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. Even in this case,...
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