If any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the motorcycle.

4-2

Brakes (See page 6-21 for details)

1. Brake lever and brake pedal

Check for correct free play in the front brake lever and rear brake pedal. Make sure they are working properly. Check the brakes at low speed shortly after starting out. If the free play is incorrect, adjust it.

2. Brake fluid

Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.

Recommended brake fluid: DOT #4 If DOT #4 is not available, #3 can be used.

VJ-619

AWARIMING:

A soft, spongy feeling in the brake lever (and/or brake pedal) indicates a failure in the brake system. Do not operate the motorcycle until the failure in the brake system is corrected. Ask a Yamaha deal­er for immediate repairs. A soft, spongy feeling could indicate a hazardous condi­tion in the brake system.

3. Check the disc pads. Refer to page 6-23.

U-022

NOTE: ______________________________

When this brake service is necessary, ask a Yamaha dealer.

E-107

Brake fluid leakage

Apply each brake for a few minutes. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the pipe joints or the master cylinder(s).

4-3

U-625

\W A RIM ING:

If brake fluid leakage is found, ask a Yamaha deafer for immediate repairs. Such leakage could indicate a hazardous condition.

E-200

Clutch (See page 6-26 for details)

Check the free play in the clutch lever, and make sure the lever operates properly. If the free play is incorrect, adjust it.

E-301

Throttle grip {See page 6-18 for details)

Turn the throttle grip to see if it operates properly, and check the free play. Make sure the grip returns by spring force when released. Ask a Yamaha dealer to make any necessary adjustments.

Engine oil

Make sure the engine oil is at the specified lev­el. Add oil as necessary.

4-4

Transmission oil {See page 6-7 for details)

Make sure the transmission oil is at the speci­fied level. Add oil as necessary.

E600

Coolant

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank when the engine is cold. {The coolant level will vary with engine temperature.} The coolant lev­el is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW marks on the tank. If the coolant level is at or below the LOW level, add tap water (soft water) to bring the level up to FULL. Change the coolant every two years. (See page 6-9 for details.)

4-5

U-626

AWARMIMG:

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

1 Reservoir tank 3. "LOW" level

U-309

Hard water or salt water is harmful to the engine. You may use distilled water if you can't get soft water.

E-500

Chain (See page 6-27 for details)

Check the general condition of the chain and check the chain slack before every ride. Lubri­cate and adjust the chain as necessary.

Tires

To ensure maximum performance, long serv­ice, and safe operation, note the following: 1. Tire air pressure

Always check and adjust the tire pressure before operating the motorcycle.

U-675

AWARNING:

Tire inflation pressure should be checked and adjusted when the temperature of the tire equals the ambient air temperature. Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted according to total weight of cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (fairing, sad­dlebags, etc. if approved for this model), and vehicle speed.

4-6

U-677

A WARN ING:

Proper loading of your motorcycle is im­portant for the handling, braking, and other performance and safety characteris­tics of your motorcycle. Do not carry loosely packed items that can shift. Se­curely pack your heaviest items close to the center of the motorcycle, and distrib­ute the weight evenly from side to side. Properly adjust the suspension for your load, and check the condition and pres­sure of your tires. NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE. Make sure the to­tal weight of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories {fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved for this model) does not ex­ceed the maximum load of the motorcy­cle. Operation of an overloaded motorcycle could cause tire damage, an accident, or even injury.

*Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, and accessories

2. Tire inspection

Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle. If center tread depth reaches the limit as shown, if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if the side wall is cracked, contact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have the tire replaced.

4-7

1 Tread depth

2. Side wall

FRONT:

REAR

Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear)

U-678

AWARNING:

After extensive tests, the tires mentioned below have been approved by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. for this model. No guaran­tee for handling characteristics can be given if tire combinations other than what is approved are used on this motorcycle. The front and rear tires should be of the same manufacture and design.

EUU12600

MOTE: _____________________________

These limits may be different by regulation from country to country.

If so, conform to the limits specified by the regulations of your own country.

4-8

U-700

AWARNING:

1. Operating the motorcycle with exces­
sively worn tires decrease riding sta­
bility and can lead to loss of control.
Have excessively worn tires replaced
by a Yamaha dealer immediately.
Brakes, tires, and related wheel parts
replacement should be left to a Yama­
ha Service Technician.

2. Patching a punctured tube is not
recommended. If it is absolutely
necessary to do so, use great care and
replace the tube as soon as possible
with a good quality replacement.

E-934

Wheels

To ensure maximum performance, long serv­ice, and safe operation, note the following: 1. Always inspect the wheels before a ride. Check for cracks, bends, or warpage of

the wheel; be sure the spokes are tight and undamaged. If any abnormal condi­tion exists in a wheel, consult a Yamaha dealer. Do not attempt even small repairs to the wheel. If a wheel is deformed or cracked, it must be replaced.

2. Tires and wheels should be balanced
whenever either one is changed or
replaced. Failure to have a wheel balanced
can result in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and shortened
tire life.

3. After installing a tire, ride conservatively
to allow the tire to seat itself on the rim
properly. Failure to allow proper seating
may cause tire failure, resulting in damage
to the motorcycle and injury to the rider.

E8S0

Fittings/Fasteners

Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and fasteners before a ride. Use the chart on page 6-6 to find the correct torque.

4-9

E-700

Lights and signals

Check the headlight, flasher lights, taillight, brake light, meter lights, and all the indicator fights to make sure they are in working con­dition.

E-704

Switches

Check the operation of the headlight switch, turn switch, brake light switch, horn switch, main switch, etc.

E-705

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