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OWNER'S MANUAL
SR400
MOTORCYCLE
Read this manual carefully before oper-
ating this vehicle.
SR400J
SR400JC
LIT-11626-31-55
2RD-28199-13

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL SR400 MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. SR400J SR400JC LIT-11626-31-55 2RD-28199-13...
  • Page 2 EAU82390 WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 EAU10084 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha SR400J/SR400JC. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    *Product and specifications are subject to change without notice. EAU10194 SR400J/SR400JC OWNER’S MANUAL ©2017 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st edition, July 2017 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Location of important labels....1-1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ....7-3 Safety information ......2-1 General maintenance and lubrication chart ......7-4 Description ........3-1 Removing and installing the Left view ..........3-1 panel ..........7-7 Right view ........3-2 Checking the spark plug....
  • Page 6 Matte color caution ......8-1 Care..........8-1 Storage ..........8-4 Specifications........9-1 Consumer information ....10-1 Identification numbers ....10-1 Reporting safety defects....10-3 Motorcycle noise regulation...10-4 Maintenance record.......10-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2015 AND LATER MODEL STREET & DUAL-PURPOSE MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY.......10-6 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)........10-8 Index..........11-1...
  • Page 7: Location Of Important Labels

    Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important in- formation 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.
  • Page 8 Location of important labels WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing. 1TP-2118K-A1 Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows. Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) load : 175 kPa, {1.75 kgf/cm 25 psi...
  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Safety information EAU1028B for a list of pre-operation checks.  This motorcycle is designed to car- ry the operator and a passenger. Be a Responsible Owner  The failure of motorists to detect As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- and recognize motorcycles in traf- sible for the safe and proper operation fic is the predominating cause of...
  • Page 10 Safety information help you to avoid an accident. Protective Apparel • We recommend that you prac- The majority of fatalities from motorcy- tice riding your motorcycle cle accidents are the result of head in- where there is no traffic until you juries.
  • Page 11 Operation of an overloaded vehicle is an important decision. Genuine could cause an accident. Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have Maximum load: been designed, tested, and approved 150 kg (331 lb) by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
  • Page 12 Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a weight distribution or aerody- position to test the products that these namic changes. If accessories...
  • Page 13 Safety information appropriate. Refer to page 7-16 for tire specifications and more information on replacing your tires. Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc- tions before transporting the motorcy- cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the motorcycle.
  • Page 14: Description

    Description EAU63371 Left view 1, 2 5, 6 1. Engine oil dipstick (page 7-10) 2. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-10) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 4-7) 4. Fuel cock (page 4-11) 5. Battery (page 7-32) 6. Fuse (page 7-33) 7.
  • Page 15: Right View

    Description EAU63391 Right view 1. Air filter element (page 7-13) 2. Kickstarter (page 4-11) 3. Kick indicator (page 6-2) 4. Headlight (page 7-35) 5. Brake pedal (page 4-7) 6. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-2) 7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 4-13)
  • Page 16: Controls And Instruments

    Description EAU63401 Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 4-5) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-4) 3. Speedometer unit (page 4-3) 4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1) 5. Tachometer (page 4-4) 6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24) 7. Right handlebar switches (page 4-4) 8.
  • Page 17: Instrument And Control Functions

    Instrument and control functions EAU10462 EAU1068B Main switch/steering lock LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re- moved. To lock the steering LOCK The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering.
  • Page 18: Indicator Lights And Warning Lights

    Instrument and control functions From the “LOCK” position, push the EAU4939B Indicator lights and warning key in and turn it to “OFF”. lights 1. Engine trouble warning light “ ” 2. Fuel level warning light “ ” 3. Neutral indicator light “ ”...
  • Page 19: Speedometer Unit

    ” This warning light comes on if a prob- lem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi- 1. Reset knob cle. 2. Speedometer The electrical circuit of the warning light 3.
  • Page 20: Tachometer

    Instrument and control functions EAU11882 EAU1234M Tachometer Handlebar switches Left 1. Tachometer 2. Tachometer red zone 1. Dimmer switch “ ” 2. Pass switch “ ” The tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it Left within the ideal power range.
  • Page 21: Clutch Lever

    Instrument and control functions EAU12822 Clutch lever When the dimmer switch is set to “ ”, the passing switch has no effect. EAU12401 Dimmer switch “ ” Set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ”...
  • Page 22: Shift Pedal

    Instrument and control functions EAU12872 EAU12892 Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever The shift pedal is located on the left The brake lever is located on the right side of the motorcycle and is used in side of the handlebar.
  • Page 23: Brake Pedal

    Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13125 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap 1. Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right 1. Unlock. side of the motorcycle. To apply the 2. Fuel tank cap lock cover rear brake, press down on the brake Slide the fuel tank cap lock cover open, pedal.
  • Page 24: Fuel

    Instrument and control functions EAU13222 Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be installed Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in unless the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 not properly installed and locked.
  • Page 25 Your Yamaha engine has been de- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- line with a pump octane number [(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a research...
  • Page 26: Fuel Tank Breather Hose

    Instrument and control functions EAU61900 EAU13434 Fuel tank breather hose Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system. EWA10863 WARNING The exhaust system is hot after op- eration. To prevent a fire hazard or burns: ...
  • Page 27: Fuel Cock

    Instrument and control functions EAU59491 EAU13651 Fuel cock Kickstarter The fuel cock regulates and filters the fuel supply from the fuel tank. The fuel cock has two positions: 1. Kickstarter To start the engine, fold out the kick- starter lever, move it down lightly with your foot until the gears engage, and then push it down smoothly but force- 1.
  • Page 28: Decompression Lever

    Instrument and control functions EAU13701 EAU13962 Decompression lever Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. 1. Decompression lever When this lever is pulled, the exhaust valve is forced open so that the com- pression pressure can be reduced.
  • Page 29: Helmet Holder

    Instrument and control functions EAU14283 EAU14883 Helmet holder Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies EWA10211 WARNING Always adjust both shock absorber assemblies equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. Each shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- 1.
  • Page 30: Sidestand

    Therefore, check this system regularly and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not function properly. 4-14...
  • Page 31: Ignition Circuit Cut-Off System

    Instrument and control functions EAU66820 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions.  It prevents starting when the trans- mission is in gear and the sides- tand is up, but the clutch lever is not pulled.
  • Page 32 Does the engine start? The neutral switch may not be working correctly. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. With the engine still running: 6. Move the sidestand up. 7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
  • Page 33: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:...
  • Page 34 • Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, • Check operation. — signals and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer 4-14 check vehicle.
  • Page 35: Operation And Important Riding Points

    This model is equipped with: there is a control or function you do not  a lean angle sensor to stop the en- understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this EWA10272 case, turn the key to “OFF” and WARNING then to “ON”.
  • Page 36: Starting The Engine

    3. Shift the transmission into the neu- tral position. The neutral indicator light should come on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to check the elec- trical circuit. 4. Completely close the throttle and apply the decompression lever.
  • Page 37: Starting Trouble

    Operation and important riding points EAU59470 EAU16673 Starting trouble Shifting If the engine fails to start after 4 to 5 kicks, clear out the combustion cham- ber with the following procedure. 1. Turn the key to “OFF”. 2. While applying the decompression lever, fully open the throttle grip and push the kickstarter lever down 4 to 5 times.
  • Page 38 Operation and important riding points shock of forced shifting. to downshift as necessary. 4. Once the motorcycle has stopped, the transmission can be shifted EAU16682 To start out and accelerate into the neutral position. The neu- 1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage tral indicator light should come on the clutch.
  • Page 39: Engine Break-In

    The vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. ECA10311 NOTICE  Keep the engine speed out of the tachometer red zone.  If any engine trouble should oc- cur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi- cle.
  • Page 40 If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. EWA15123 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing...
  • Page 41: 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.
  • Page 42: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months.  Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. EAU63292 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ROUTINE...
  • Page 43: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU63453 General maintenance and lubrication chart ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 mi ITEM 1000 km month Air filter element • Replace. Every 12000 mi (19000 km) • Check timing chain tensioner.      ...
  • Page 44 Front and rear       25 * • Check operation. brake switches • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or Control and meter       26 * other suitable cable lubricant cables thoroughly.
  • Page 45 Periodic maintenance and adjustment ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 mi ITEM 1000 km month • Check operation. • Check throttle grip free play,      27 * Throttle grip and adjust if necessary. • Lubricate cable and grip housing.
  • Page 46: Removing And Installing The Panel

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU59460 Removing and installing the panel The panel shown needs to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time the panel needs to be removed and installed. 1.
  • Page 47: Checking The Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to in accordance with the periodic mainte- diagnose such problems yourself. In- nance and lubrication chart. In addition, stead, have a Yamaha dealer check the condition of the spark plug can re- the vehicle. veal the condition of the engine.
  • Page 48: Canister (For California)

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment plug wrench, and then tighten it to EAU19683 Canister (for California) the specified torque. Tightening torque: Spark plug: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 lb·ft) If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn past finger tight.
  • Page 49: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Element

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU59626 Engine oil and oil filter element The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele- ment replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubri- cation chart.
  • Page 50 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Oil filter element cover bleed bolt 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 2. Gasket 2. Gasket 3. Oil filter element drain bolt 4. Remove the engine oil drain bolt Skip steps 6–8 if the oil filter element is and its gasket to drain the oil from not being replaced.
  • Page 51 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Tightening torques: Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase): 30 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 22 lb·ft) Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank): 16 N·m (1.6 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft) 12. Add the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and then install and tighten the oil filler cap.
  • Page 52: Replacing The Air Filter Element

    2. Remove the air filter case cover by so it will not seize. If this occurs, removing the screws. have a Yamaha dealer repair the vehicle.  After checking the oil pressure, tighten the bleed bolt to the specified torque.
  • Page 53: Checking The Engine Idling Speed

    [ECA10482] Check the engine idling speed and, if 5. Install the air filter case cover by in- necessary, have it corrected by a stalling the screws. Yamaha dealer. 6. Install the panel. Engine idling speed: 1200–1400 r/min 7-14...
  • Page 54: Checking The Throttle Grip Free Play

    Measure the throttle grip free play as and/or engine noise. To prevent this shown. from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Throttle grip free play Throttle grip free play: 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
  • Page 55: Tires

    The tires must be checked before each ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines (minimum tread depth), if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. 7-16...
  • Page 56  It is dangerous to ride with a model by Yamaha. worn-out tire. When a tire tread begins to show crosswise lines, Front tire: have a Yamaha dealer replace Size: the tire immediately. 90/100-18M/C 54S  Manufacturer/model: The replacement of all wheel...
  • Page 57: Spoke Wheels

    4. Tighten the locknut and then slide the rubber cover to its original po- sition. If the specified free play cannot be ob- tained as described above or if the clutch does not operate correctly, have a Yamaha dealer check the internal 7-18...
  • Page 58: Adjusting The Brake Lever Free Play

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment clutch mechanism. EAU48444 Adjusting the brake lever free play Measure the brake lever free play as shown. Brake lever free play: 5.0–8.0 mm (0.20–0.31 in) Periodically check the brake lever free play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol- lows.
  • Page 59: Adjusting The Brake Pedal Height And Free Play

    EWA10671 presence of air in the hydraulic WARNING system. If there is air in the hy- It is advisable to have a Yamaha draulic system, have a Yamaha dealer make these adjustments. dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle. Air in...
  • Page 60  If proper adjustment cannot be Brake pedal free play obtained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this ad- justment.  After adjusting the brake pedal free play, check the operation of the brake light.
  • Page 61: Checking The Shift Pedal

    Brake light switches The operation of the shift pedal should be checked before each ride. If opera- tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 1. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 2. Rear brake light switch...
  • Page 62: Checking The Front Brake Pads And Rear Brake Shoes

    2. Brake pad wear indicator groove point that the wear indicator reaches Each front brake pad is provided with the wear limit line, have a Yamaha wear indicator grooves, which allow dealer replace the brake shoes as a you to check the brake pad wear with- set.
  • Page 63: Checking The Brake Fluid Level

    If the brake 1. Minimum level mark fluid level goes down suddenly, have a Specified brake fluid: Yamaha dealer check the cause before DOT 4 further riding. EWA15991 WARNING Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability.
  • Page 64: Changing The Brake Fluid

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU22724 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.
  • Page 65 Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU59643 position for proper wheel alignment. To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Take the motorcycle off the center- stand, and then put the sidestand down.
  • Page 66: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain

    If a cable is damaged wet areas. Service the drive chain as or does not move smoothly, have a follows. Yamaha dealer check or replace it. ECA10584 WARNING! Damage to the outer NOTICE housing of cables may result in in-...
  • Page 67: Checking And Lubricating The Throttle Grip And Cable

    In addi- levers should be checked before each tion, the cable should be lubricated by a ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- bricated if necessary. fied in the periodic maintenance chart. Brake lever The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
  • Page 68: Checking And Lubricating The Brake Pedal

    Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING If the centerstand or sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control.
  • Page 69: Lubricating The Swingarm Pivots

    1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, specified in the periodic maintenance securely support the vehicle so and lubrication chart.
  • Page 70: Checking The Steering

    If there is play in the wheel ward and backward. If any free hub or if the wheel does not turn play can be felt, have a Yamaha smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check dealer check or repair the steering.
  • Page 71: Battery

    KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER- IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- 1. Battery tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in mind that the The battery is located under the seat.
  • Page 72: Replacing The Fuses

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment necting the coupler. EAU59444 [ECA16931] Replacing the fuses ECA16531 The main fuse is located inside the bat- NOTICE tery coupler. (See page 7-32.) Always keep the battery charged. Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage. 1.
  • Page 73 9. Turn the key to “ON”. 1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off 10. If the fuse immediately blows the electrical circuit in question. again, have a Yamaha dealer 2. Remove the seat. (See page check the electrical system. 4-12.) The fuse box, which contains the fuses 3.
  • Page 74: Replacing The Headlight Bulb

    5. If a fuse immediately blows again, of the bulb, and the bulb life will have a Yamaha dealer check the be adversely affected. Thor- electrical system. oughly clean off any dirt and fin-...
  • Page 75 5. Install the headlight bulb cover, and then connect the coupler. 6. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the screws. 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Screw 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the headlight bulb cover.
  • Page 76: Replacing The Tail/Brake Light Bulb

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU24135 EAU60010 Replacing the tail/brake light Replacing a turn signal light bulb bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by 1. Remove the turn signal light lens, removing the screws. turn signal light rim and gasket by removing the screws.
  • Page 77: Front Wheel

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU24361 Front wheel EAU59603 To remove the front wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. 1. Loosen the wheel axle nut. 1. Wheel axle nut 2.
  • Page 78 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before insert- ing the brake disc and that the slot in the speedometer gear unit fits over the retainer on the fork leg. 1. Speedometer cable 5.
  • Page 79: Rear Wheel

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 the brake rod from the brake cam- Rear wheel shaft lever. 5. Loosen the drive chain puller lock- EAU59615 nut and the drive chain slack ad- justing bolt on both ends of the swingarm. To remove the rear wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the...
  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    5. Install the brake rod onto the brake self. However, should your motorcycle camshaft lever, and then install the require any repair, take it to a Yamaha brake pedal free play adjusting nut dealer, whose skilled technicians have onto the brake rod.
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Chart

    Check the vehicle. compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Operate the kickstarter. There is no Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. compression. 7-42...
  • Page 82: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for 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.
  • Page 83 Motorcycle care and storage fected area any longer than in- scratching. Some cleaning com- structed. Also, thoroughly rinse pounds for plastic may leave the area off with water, immedi- scratches on the windshield. ately dry it, and then apply a cor- Test the product on a small hid- rosion protection spray.
  • Page 84  Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- vice on what products to use. mended to apply a corrosion pro- ...
  • Page 85: Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage EAU43204 head so that the electrodes are Storage grounded. (This will limit spark- ing during the next step.) Short-term d. Turn the engine over several Always store your motorcycle in a cool, times with the starter. (This will dry place and, if necessary, protect it coat the cylinder wall with oil.) against dust with a porous cover.
  • Page 86 Motorcycle care and storage storing the motorcycle.
  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions: EAU70006 10 30 50 70 90 110 130 ˚F Overall length: 2085 mm (82.1 in) SAE 10W-40 Overall width: 750 mm (29.5 in) SAE 10W-50 Overall height: SAE 15W-40 1095 mm (43.1 in) Seat height: SAE 20W-40 785 mm (30.9 in) SAE 20W-50 Wheelbase: 1410 mm (55.5 in)
  • Page 88 Specifications Secondary reduction ratio: 90 kg (198 lb) load - maximum load: 2.947 (56/19) Front: Transmission type: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Constant mesh 5-speed Rear: Gear ratio: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm , 33 psi) 1st: Front wheel: 2.357 (33/14) Wheel type: 2nd:...
  • Page 89 Specifications Battery: Model: GT4B-5 Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 2.5 Ah (10 HR) Headlight: Bulb type: Halogen bulb Bulb wattage: Headlight: H4, 60.0 W/55.0 W Brake/tail light: 27.0 W/8.0 W Front turn signal/position light: 27.0 W/8.0 W Rear turn signal light: 27.0 W Meter lighting: 1.7 W...
  • Page 90: Consumer Information

    These identification numbers are need- ed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when or- dering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1. Vehicle identification number VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION...
  • Page 91 This information will be illustration. This label shows specifica- needed when ordering spare parts from tions related to exhaust emissions as a Yamaha dealer. required by federal law, state law and Environment Canada. EAU26382 Key identification number 1.
  • Page 92: Reporting Safety Defects

    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and rem- edy campaign.
  • Page 93: Motorcycle Noise Regulation

    Consumer information EAU26561 Motorcycle noise regulation TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, re- pair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or ele- ment of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
  • Page 94: Maintenance Record

    Consumer information EAU63481 Maintenance record Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your ve- hicle will be required to document that maintenance has been completed in accor- dance with the emissions warranty. The chart below is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required.
  • Page 95: Yamaha Motor

    1. Operate and maintain the motorcycle as specified in the appropriate Owner’s Manual, and 2. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days after discovery, and make the machine available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer’s place of business.
  • Page 96 CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding the warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership.
  • Page 97: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)

    • Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan that’s right for you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months or, on certain models, even 48 months beyond your warranty period. • Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty – and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits. There are no mileage limitations.
  • Page 98 Yamaha Limited Warranty expires. A special note: If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we’ll be happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need. Yamaha Service Marketing P.O.
  • Page 99: Index

    Index Horn switch ..........4-5 Air filter element, replacing....7-13 Identification numbers......10-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system....4-15 Battery ...........7-32 Indicator lights and warning lights... 4-2 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating..........7-28 Brake fluid, changing......7-25 Key identification number...... 10-2 Brake fluid level, checking.....7-24 Kickstarter ..........
  • Page 100 Index Tool kit ............ 7-2 Troubleshooting ........7-41 Troubleshooting chart ......7-42 Turn signal indicator light ......4-2 Turn signal light bulb, replacing .... 7-37 Turn signal switch ........4-5 Valve clearance ........7-15 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ............ 10-2 Vehicle identification number ....
  • Page 101 Genuine Yamaha Accessories – Yamaha only offers accessories that meet our high standards for quality and performance. Buy with confidence, knowing your Genuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right – right out of the box. Yamalube – Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils, lubricants, and care products.
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