Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Special features Smartphone Connectivity System Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment MOTORCYCLE Motorcycle care and storage MTN890-S (MT-09 Y-AMT)
EAU93782 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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EAUA2940 Use of trade marks ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries.
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the MTN890-S, 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.
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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.
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Tips for reducing fuel Menu system.........6-15 consumption ....... 8-5 Special features ......4-1 Brake lever ........6-32 Parking..........8-5 YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) ... 4-1 Brake pedal........6-33 Y-AMT (Yamaha-Automated Brake system ........6-33 Periodic maintenance and Manual Transmission) ....4-4 Fuel ..........6-34 adjustment........
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Table of contents Checking the brake lever free Emergency mode ......9-36 play ..........9-18 Brake light switches ......9-18 Motorcycle care and storage ..10-1 Checking the front and rear Matte color caution....... 10-1 brake pads .........9-19 Care ..........10-1 Checking the brake fluid level ..9-19 Storage .........
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. 1,2,3,4...
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Location of important labels BM5-21568-01 BM5-21659-01 BM6-2817K-01 BM6-2817K-11 100kPa=1bar kPa,psi kPa,psi 250,36 290,42 250,36 290,42 BM6-21668-01 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...
These can be indepen- WARNING dently adjusted in the menu system The Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) sys- (see page 6-25), or turned on/off all to- tem is not a substitute for the use of gether by turning off TCS in the menu 1.
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Special features TCS (Traction control system) EWA15433 WARNING TCS helps maintain traction when ac- celerating. If sensors detect that the The traction control system is not a rear wheel is starting to slip (uncon- substitute for riding appropriately trolled spinning), TCS assists by regu- for the conditions.
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Special features This system supports TCS (traction Level 2 - More lift control. Suitable for lean angle in order to increase the control system) to contribute to a sporty riding. feeling of stability and to suppress smoother ride. Level 3 - Most lift control. Suitable for wheel lock.
This vehicle is equipped with a se- stored. ECA28580 quential 6-speed Yamaha-Automated NOTICE Manual Transmission (Y-AMT), en- BSR may engage when the vehi- Use only the specified tires. (See abling the vehicle to shift gears without cle travels over a bump.
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See page 8-3 for more information on mode will be the previous setting. shifting. to the Y-AMT components, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the vehicle. The Y-AMT contains sensitive com- When the shift lever is used to ponents. Improper maintenance manually change gears in “AT”...
The cruise control system operates If the cruise control indicator “ ” only when riding in 3rd gear or higher, comes on in amber, have a Yamaha at speeds between about 40 km/h (25 dealer inspect the vehicle. mi/h) and 180 km/h (110 mi/h).
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Special features You can also manually increase your EWA16351 WARNING traveling speed using the throttle. After you have accelerated, you can set a It is dangerous to use the resume new cruising speed by pressing the function when the previously set “SET/–”...
Special features Automatic deactivation of the cruise EAUA1773 ESS (emergency stop signal- control system When traveling uphill or downhill, the ing) system The cruise control system is electroni- cruise control system may, in some When sudden deceleration occurs this cally controlled and linked with other cases, fail to maintain the set cruising system automatically activates to control systems.
Special features ESS does not activate when the If you have an electric medical EAUA2501 Smart key system hazard lights are already activat- device, consult a doctor or the The smart key system enables you to device manufacturer before us- operate the vehicle without using a ...
Special features There are facilities nearby that smart key system may not work or its EAUA2510 Operating range of the smart are emitting strong radio waves operating range may become very key system (TV or radio towers, power short. The approximate operating range of plants, broadcasting stations, the smart key system is shown below.
Special features Do not drop, bend, or subject EAUA2522 Handling of the smart key and the smart key to strong impacts. mechanical key Do not submerge the smart key Included with the vehicle is one smart in water or other liquids. key (with a built-in mechanical key) and ...
Special features To turn the smart key on or off EAUA3030 EWA14724 Replacing the smart key bat- WARNING To turn the smart key on or off, press tery The battery and other remov- the “ON/OFF” switch for one second. Replace the battery in the following sit- The smart key indicator light will flash.
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Special features Make sure the battery is in- stalled correctly. Confirm the di- rection of the positive “+” side of the battery. To replace the smart key battery 1. Gently pry open the smart key case. 1. Battery cover 1.
Special features key has taken place, the main switch onds then an alarm will beep to re- EAUA2552 Main switch can be turned while the smart key sys- mind the user to turn off the main tem indicator light is on (approximately switch.
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Special features 2. Push the main switch knob and turned off), the beeper will sound for 3 EAUA2582 the smart key indicator light will seconds and the smart key system in- come on for approximately 4 sec- dicator light will flash for 30 seconds. ...
Special features To lock the steering To unlock the steering EAUA2600 Fuel tank cap opening and 1. Turn the handlebar all the way to closing the left. 2. With the smart key turned on and To open the fuel tank cap within operating range, push the 1.
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Special features 1 1 1 An alarm will beep when the pow- er is turned on with the fuel tank cap open. The alarm will stop when the fuel tank cap is closed or 30 seconds have passed. After 5 consecutive operations in a short period of time, the fuel tank cap will lock and the smart key in- 1.
” hicle through a communication control 2. Home button “ ” unit (CCU) and the Yamaha Motorcycle This manual uses the following terms Connect app on your phone. to describe the usage of the menu con- GPS navigation (requires Garmin...
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Menu system operation: tings. Operate the joystick left-right-up- down to highlight and adjust menu Yamaha Motorcycle Connect is a free items. app which is needed to complete the Short press “ ” to select an item. connection between the CCU and your ...
CCU and start using etc.). smart features. 1. Download and install the Yamaha 1. Download/install the Yamaha Mo- Motorcycle Connect app on your torcycle Connect app on your smartphone.
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Smartphone Connectivity System When connected, the Yamaha Motorcycle Connect indicator “ ” will appear on the top of the main display and also next to the con- nected smartphone device name in the “Paired Devices” list. (See page 6-21.) ...
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Smartphone Connectivity System The first time the vehicle is paired Always concentrate on riding by Yamaha shall not be liable for any with the Yamaha Motorcycle Con- keeping your eyes and mind on damages resulting from the use of nect app, the menu system lan- the road.
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Follow your headsets manufacturer in- the CCU. structions to pair/connect to your smartphone. When the headset con- nection is detected by the Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app, the headset indicator “ ” will appear on the top of the main display.
Smartphone Connectivity System Highlight the volume icon and operate Making phone calls: EAUA1890 Telephone the joystick up-down to adjust the call To make a phone call, you must start This vehicle is equipped with a tele- volume. Highlight the end call icon and the phone call directly on your smart- phone function that requires both a short press “...
Bluetooth. Then turn it ON again. displayed. 3. Delete Bluetooth pairing informa- tion from both smartphone and vehicle. 4. Reboot the Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app and Garmin Street- Cross app. Select “Details” and check the connec- tion as instructed on the screen.
Instrument and control functions Right Push this switch outward (direction A) EAU6605A Handlebar switches to turn the high beam on. Push this switch inward (direction B) to return to Left low beam. While the headlights are set to low beam, push the switch inwards (direc- tion B) to momentarily flash the high beam.
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Instrument and control functions Hard press: Firmly press the switch in EAU94790 ECA10062 Stop/Run/Start switch “ / ” NOTICE the direction you wish to signal, until a To crank the engine with the starter, stronger click is felt. The correspond- Do not use the hazard lights for an set this switch to “...
Instrument and control functions Press and then release the lever in the EAU4939Z Indicator lights and warning “–” direction to downshift. lights EAUA2730 Y-AMT switch “AT/MT” This switch cycles the Y-AMT between automatic mode “AT” and manual mode “MT”. 1. Joystick “ ”...
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This indicator light comes on when the ed. Have a Yamaha dealer check the if the light remains on, have a Yamaha transmission is in the neutral position. vehicle. dealer check the vehicle.
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Instrument and control functions Have a Yamaha dealer check carried out. The indicator light may ECA28540 NOTICE the vehicle as soon as possible. also flash when there is an error in the smart key system. When turning the main switch on,...
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Instrument and control functions Minimized display view (while menu system/navigation are open) When the menu system or the navigation function are open, the information on the main display is relocated as shown. Theme1, 2, 3 Theme4 1. Indicator icons 2. Vehicle information display 3.
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Instrument and control functions Display system controls Menu system active: select highlighted EAUA2761 The display user interface is controlled menu items. with the joystick / “ ” and the home The brightness level of the display button “ ”. (See page 6-2.) Each Long press “...
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YRC mode pop-up at the bottom of the also customized ECA10032 screen. While the pop-up is open, Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app. NOTICE short press the YRC mode button Do not operate the engine in the ta- “MODE” to cycle through the presets In Theme4: chometer red zone.
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Instrument and control functions For more information on YRC modes In Theme4: see page 4-1. Move the joystick up-down to cycle The odometer will lock at 999999 and between the vehicle information dis- cannot be reset. Vehicle information display play and the YRC mode display. When The vehicle information display con- highlighted, short press “...
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Instrument and control functions Instantaneous fuel consumption (INST Trip timer (TRIP TIME) FUEL) Displays the engine running time. When using Celsius, the coolant When using kilometers, the instanta- temperature display will read “–30” neous fuel consumption display can be Fuel Meter when the vehicle coolant tempera- set to “km/L”...
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Instrument and control functions Y-AMT indicator “AT”/“MT” : A smartphone is connected and has Oil pressure warning “ ” This icon and accompanying arrow network connectivity. The icon seg- This icon appears when the engine oil icons indicate the status of the Y-AMT. ments indicate the signal strength.
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: Grip warmer off indicator “ ” ed smartphone receives an SNS, E- : Low preset This icon comes on when the Yamaha mail or other notification. After that, the : Medium preset Motorcycle Connect app is success- icon stays on until you turn the vehicle : High preset fully connected to the vehicle.
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Instrument and control functions occurs, the brake control system Turn List Set speed indicator “ / ” will operate This indicator displays the current set indicator “ ” will come on until speed of the cruise control system. the IMU can initialize. This icon comes on if the cruise control system is on standby and turns green when the system is active.
Instrument and control functions tween distance remaining nection error may be displayed EAUA3001 Menu system destination/estimated time to arrival when using the navigation home and current location. display (iOS only). Short press “ ” to open the menu system and navigate to “ Applica- tions”...
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Instrument and control functions Short press the home button “ Applications” → “Navigation” ” “ Access simple pop-up au- dio player. (See page to cancel/return to previous. “Music” 6-31.) Long press the home button “ ” Open the navigation dis- to close the menu system.
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Instrument and control functions “Change View”, “Stop Navigation” and “Skip Next Stop” are not available unless route guidance is active. See page 6-14 for more information on the navigation system. If a route requires a toll, you will be If route guidance is already active prompted to search for another route when a command is used to select a...
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Instrument and control functions This menu changes the navigation sys- “Favorites” “Nearby Gas Stations” tem display mode (Default View/Turn List/Turn-by-Turn). After selection, the navigation display will open in the se- lected display mode. “Stop Navigation” Cancels the current route guidance and opens the navigation home dis- play.
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Instrument and control functions The maximum number of stored Applications” → “Music” may not display, or the next/previ- “ ous track and volume adjustment items is 30; when the limit is may not function. reached, older items will be delet- Applications”...
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Transfer” Puts the CCU in Bluetooth discovery This menu allows you to transfer and mode when pairing a smartphone. See display images on the display using the page 5-3 for more information about Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app. Bluetooth pairing. 6-20...
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“Delete Pairing”: Deletes the selected Settings” → “System Information” Paired smartphones are listed here. paired device from the CCU memory. The Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app “Connect”: Connect to the selected symbol “ ” next to a device name in- paired device.
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Instrument and control functions Applications” → “Connectivity “Unit ID” With this item highlighted, long “ Settings” → “Legal Information” press “ ” to shortcut to “ Settings” → “Grip Warmer Settings” where the grip warmer presets can be further customized. Theme4: This function is not accessi- ble via the menu system and is instead located within the vehicle information...
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Instrument and control functions Settings” → “Information / Re- This menu allows reset of the tripme- “ Settings” “ ters on the vehicle information display. set” Operate the joystick to highlight an item. Short press “ ” to reset the item. Confirm by selecting “OK”.
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After the multi-function meter is km/h reset, Bluetooth pairing records and the Yamaha Motorcycle Con- nect app pairing records must be deleted from your smartphone. If Use this menu to mass reset the multi- this is not completed, the CCU will function meter to its default settings.
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“STREET”, 4 are available. “D+”, and “D” can also be “RAIN”, “CUSTOM 1” and “CUS- changed via the Yamaha Motorcy- TOM 2”. View the two “AT” YRC mode pre- cle Connect app. (See page 6-27.) sets: “D+” and “D”.
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Instrument and control functions “TCS” (Traction control system) The traction control system can only The slide control system can only be be turned off completely via “ Set- turned off completely via “ Settings” tings” → “Vehicle Function” → “Stabil- →...
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BC to This menu allows you to import/export brake faster than expected for a de- custom YRC mode settings using the sired cornering speed or intended cor- Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app. ALL MODES nering line. Settings” → “Vehicle Function” “...
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ON is indicated by the check- trol” (SCS), “Lift Control” (LIF), and mark and requires a connection with “Back Slip Regulator” (BSR). (See the Yamaha Motorcycle Connect app. page 4-1.) (See page 5-2.) “Manual Adjustment” If a system is turned off, the corre- allows the clock to be calibrated man- sponding indicator will come on.
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Instrument and control functions Settings” → “Unit” Settings” → “Grip Warmer Set- “ “ tings” (if equipped) Only adjust brightness presets in ambi- ent light conditions which are appropri- ate for that preset. Settings” → “Display” → “Back- “ ground” The display units can be customized as follows: The three grip warmer presets can be...
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Instrument and control functions Settings” → “Shift Indicator” nal r/min is reached, the indicator light “ will start flashing at a higher frequency. The “Initial” r/min cannot be higher Select “OFF” to turn the indicator off. than the “Final” r/min. Short press “...
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Instrument and control functions “ Music” All audio track information is im- Only adjust brightness presets in ambi- ent light conditions which are appropri- ported from the music player ap- ate for that preset. plication on your smartphone. Depending on the smartphone and music player application, the “...
Instrument and control functions Turn the adjusting knob in direction (a) EAU93083 “ Meter Display” Brake lever to increase the distance. Turn the ad- The brake lever is located on the right justing knob in direction (b) to decrease side of the handlebar. To apply the the distance.
Instrument and control functions Anti–lock brake system (ABS) EAU12944 EAUA1980 Brake pedal Brake system The anti–lock brake system (ABS) acts This vehicle is equipped with an inte- on the front and rear brakes indepen- grated anti–lock brake system (ABS). dently. EWA16051 How to operate the brakes: WARNING...
Instrument and control functions EAU13222 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. EWA10882 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow 1. Front wheel sensor rotor 1.
NOTICE Use only unleaded gasoline. The use EAU86081 of leaded gasoline will cause severe Your Yamaha engine was designed to damage to internal engine parts, use unleaded gasoline with a research such as the valves and piston rings, octane number of 95 or higher. If en- as well as to the exhaust system.
Instrument and control functions EAU13435 EAUA3200 Catalytic converter Seats See page 9-10 for canister information. The exhaust system contains catalytic converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust Passenger seat emissions. EWA10863 The passenger seat can be removed WARNING and installed with the mechanical key. The exhaust system is hot after op- eration.
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Instrument and control functions To install the passenger seat Rider seat 1. Insert the projections on the front and rear of the passenger seat as To remove the rider seat shown. 1. Remove the passenger seat. (See page 6-36.) 2. Lift the seat rearward and up to re- move it.
Have a Yamaha dealer adjust Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the posi- the position of the handlebar. tions of the rider footrests. 1. Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the passenger seat.
Instrument and control functions EAU76345 Spring preload setting: Adjusting the front fork Minimum (soft): EWA14671 (a) (b) (a) (b) (a) (b) (a) (b) Distance A = 19.0 mm (0.75 in) WARNING Standard: Always adjust the spring preload on Distance A = 16.0 mm (0.63 in) Maximum (hard): both fork legs equally, otherwise Distance A = 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage the suspension. Compression damping force The compression damping force is ad- justed on the left fork leg only. Turn the adjusting screw in direction (a) to increase the compression damping force.
Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments EAUA1821 Adjusting the shock absorber 7 6 5 4 3 are ineffective and may damage assembly the suspension. This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring and a rebound damping force adjusting screw.
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When turning the damping force ad- damping force. sembly yourself. Take the shock juster in direction (b), it may turn be- Turn the adjusting screw in direc- absorber assembly to a Yamaha yond stated specifications, tion (b) to decrease the rebound dealer for any service.
ECA28531 NOTICE Consult a Yamaha dealer for more in- formation regarding the location and To protect the USB Type-C jack capacity of the DC connector(s) and from water and collisions, install...
EAU15306 EAUA2781 Sidestand Ignition circuit cut-off system Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The sidestand is located on the left This system prevents engine starts un- function properly. side of the frame. Raise the sidestand...
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The neutral switch, a brake light switch or the Y-AMT system may not be working. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. With the engine still running: 7. Move the sidestand up. 8. Apply the rear brake.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 9-13 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. 9-19, 9-19 •...
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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 6-44 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
ECA10311 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.
To start the engine not work as described above, have a EWA22740 1. With the smart key turned on, ap- Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. WARNING proach the vehicle. Do not push the vehicle while the en- 4. Close the throttle completely.
1. Gear positions engine will crank when pushing 2. Shift lever the start switch. an engine auto-stop system. The Yamaha-Automated Manual engine stops automatically if left Transmission (Y-AMT) equipped on idling for 20 minutes. If the engine this vehicle can shift gears manually in stops, simply push the start both “AT”...
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Operation and important riding points To engage the neutral position in When the vehicle power is turned EAUA2821 To decelerate and stop the transmission, repeatedly press on in gear, the gears cannot be 1. Release the throttle and apply the shift lever in the “–”...
Operation and important riding points accident and injury. It could also EAU16811 EAUA2401 Tips for reducing fuel con- Parking cause engine or drive train dam- sumption When parking, turn the main switch off age. and then turn the smart key off. Fuel consumption depends largely on ECA12682 your riding style.
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Operation and important riding points The alarm beeper can be set to activate. Contact your Yamaha dealer. 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.
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- √ √...
• 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, fluid level, and √...
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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 operation and for exces- √ √ √ √...
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• Replace. tridge • Check coolant level and vehicle √ √ √ √ √ for coolant leakage. 23 * Cooling system • Change with Yamaha genuine Every 3 years coolant. Front and rear √ √ √ √ √ √ 24 * •...
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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 To check the engine oil level EAU36113 EAU1990H Canister Engine oil 1. Start the engine, warm it up for The engine oil level should be checked several minutes, and then turn it regularly. In addition, the oil must be off.
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An oil filter wrench is available at a oil filler cap and add oil. Yamaha dealer. 5. Check the engine oil filler cap O- 5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine ring. Replace if damaged.
9. After checking the engine oil filler EAU85450 Why Yamalube cap O-ring, install the filler cap. YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers’ passion Wipe off any spilled oil before starting and belief that engine oil is an impor- the engine.
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.
The coolant must be changed at the in- maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a tervals specified in the periodic main- Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer. tenance and lubrication chart. Have a filter element.
2 persons: To prevent this from occurring, have Front: your Yamaha dealer check and adjust Tire air pressure 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Rear: the valve clearance at regular intervals. The tire air pressure should be 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
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Yamaha Always make sure that the valve dealer replace the tire immediately. caps are securely installed to prevent air pressure leakage.
If any damage is found, have BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX conditions. HYPERSPORT S23R a Yamaha dealer replace the FRONT and REAR: wheel. Do not attempt even the Tire air valve: smallest repair to the wheel. A de-...
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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To adjust the drive chain slack rection (a). To loosen the drive 3. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- chain, turn the adjusting bolt on nuts to their specified torques. justing the drive chain slack.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Make sure that the drive chain cants for the drive chain, as they EAU23027 Cleaning and lubricating the pullers are in the same position, may contain substances that drive chain the drive chain slack is correct, could damage O-rings.
Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in internal rusting and cause inter- The operation of the brake lever should ference with cable movement.
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.
NOTICE EWA10761 Use only the specified genuine WARNING YAMAHA battery. Using a different Electrolyte is poisonous and battery may cause the IMU to fail dangerous since it contains sul- and the engine to stall. furic acid, which causes severe burns.
To charge the battery least once a month and fully Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- charge it if necessary. tery as soon as possible if it seems to 3. Fully charge the battery before in- have discharged.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2. Remove the fuse box cover by pressing inwards at the two points indicated on the cover and pulling upwards. 1. Terminal fuse 1 1. Brake light fuse 2. Accessory fuse 2. Cruise control fuse 3. Signaling system fuse 3.
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Signaling system fuse: to check if the device operates. 7.5 A Ignition fuse: 7. If the fuse immediately blows 10.0 A again, have a Yamaha dealer Ignition fuse 2: check the electrical system. 7.5 A ECA27210 Radiator fan motor fuse: NOTICE 15.0 A...
EAU67131 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 1. Maintenance stand (example) 2. Auxiliary light Since this model is not equipped with a...
However, should your motorcycle Transmission (Y-AMT) system experi- charged? (See page 4-13.) require any repair, take it to a Yamaha ences a malfunction or if the battery is Is the smart key battery installed dealer, whose skilled technicians have drained, it is feasible to manually shift correctly? (See page 4-13.)
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment tional shift actuation can occur 5. Install the cover. and pinch body parts and/or clothing, causing serious injury. 1. Remove the cover by removing the bolts as shown. 1. Shift rod 3. Grip the handlebars as shown and push the vehicle slightly forward and backward until a click is heard indicating a gearshift has oc-...
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.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Inputting the identification number EAUA2620 Emergency mode is done by counting the number of When the smart key is lost or dam- flashes of the smart key system in- aged, or its battery has discharged, the dicator light.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment When there are no knob opera- tions for 10 seconds during the identification number input pro- cess. When the smart key system indi- cator light is allowed to flash nine Release the knob after the smart or more times.
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.
(See page 6-36.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1. Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown.
(3) other data showing the status of the vehicle such as diagnostic trouble code (DTC). The collected data will be uploaded to server at Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. by attaching a special Yamaha diagnostic tool to the vehicle, only when maintenance checks or service procedures are performed.
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Consumer information The SOLE PURPOSE of above provided contact information is TO RESPOND DATA PROCESSING INQUIRY AND OTHER KINDS OF INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE RESPONDED. Please provide the following information for the proper han- dling of your inquiry: (1) Your Name; (2) Your Email Address; (3) Your Country of Residence; and (4) Your VIN. We will use your personal information provided only for the purpose of supporting your data processing inquiry.
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