| NOTICE This manual was produced by MBK Industrie. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one manual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use. Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and significant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers and will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable. |
NOTE:
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended as a handy, easy-to-read reference book for the mechanic. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.
Refer to "SYMBOLS".

SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding.
NOTE:
The following symbols are not relevant to every vehicle.

1. Serviceable with engine mounted
2. Filling fluid
3. Lubricant
4. Special tool
5. Tightening torque
6. Wear limit, clearance
7. Engine speed
8. Electrical data
9. Engine oil
10.Gear oil
11.Molybdenum disulfide oil
12.Brake fluid
13.Wheel bearing grease
14.Lithium-soap-based grease
15.Molybdenum disulfide grease
16. Silicone grease
17.Apply locking agent (LOCTITE).
18.Replace the part with a new one.
IdentificationOverheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
1. Coolant
Low coolant level
2. Radiator
Damaged or leaking radiator
Faulty radiator cap
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Important manual information
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.
WARNING
...
Checking the spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which is easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plug should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the ...