Shifting
Shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power available for starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the illustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neutral
position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
NOTICE
Starting the engine
Tips for reducing fuel consumptionInstalling the swingarm
1. Lubricate:
Bearings
Spacers
Dust covers
Pivot shaft
2. Install:
Bearings "1"
2. Swingarm
A. Left side
B. Right side
3. Install:
Swingarm adjusting collar "1"
Swingarm "2"
Pivot shaft
Pivot shaft nut "3"
a. Install, and then fully turn in the swingarm adju ...
Checking the front brake lever free play
Checking the front brake lever free play
Brake lever free play
The brake lever free play should measure
2.0-5.0 mm (0.08-0.20 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake lever
free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
WARNING
An incorrect brake le ...
Faulty clutch
Clutch slips
1. Clutch
Improperly assembled clutch
Improperly adjusted clutch cable
Loose or fatigued clutch spring
Worn friction plate
Worn clutch plate
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity (low)
Deteriorated oil
Clutch drags
1. Clutch
Unevenly t ...