Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Special features Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment Motorcycle care and storage MOTORCYCLE Specifications XTZ690 (Ténéré...
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EAU93782 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the XTZ690, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de- sign 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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Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Catalytic converter ......5-20 General maintenance and Seats ..........5-20 lubrication chart ......8-5 Safety information......2-1 Adjusting the headlight beams ..5-22 Removing and installing the Helmets .......... 2-5 Adjusting the front fork ....5-22 cowling ........
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Table of contents Checking and lubricating the Use of your data ......11-3 throttle grip and cable....8-26 Checking and lubricating the Index ..........12-1 brake and shift pedals ....8-26 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers....8-27 Checking and lubricating the sidestand ........8-28 Lubricating the rear suspension..8-28 Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...8-28...
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.
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Location of important labels BM5-21568-01 BM5-21659-01 STORAGE ORDER BAND TOOL KIT POUCH 100kPa=1bar kPa,psi kPa,psi 220,32 250,36 220,32 250,36 BHL-21668-00 RIDER SEAT BAG-F815P-00 4AA-22259-40...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1031C 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- Wear a face shield or goggles. • Always signal before turning or enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that Wind in your unprotected eyes erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you.
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Safety information Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor- Loading close to the center of the vehicle less, tasteless gas which may be pres- Adding accessories or cargo to your as possible and make sure to dis- ent even if you do not see or smell any motorcycle can adversely affect stabil- tribute the weight as evenly as engine exhaust.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- characteristics can put you and others • Bulky or large accessories may able only from a Yamaha dealer, have at greater risk of serious injury or seriously affect the stability of been designed, tested, and approved death.
Safety information Secure the motorcycle with tie- Aftermarket Tires and Rims EAUU0033 Helmets The tires and rims that came with your downs or suitable straps that are Operating this vehicle without an ap- motorcycle were designed to match attached to solid parts of the mo- proved motorcycle helmet increases the performance capabilities and to torcycle, such as the frame or up-...
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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...
Bluetooth radio waves or other electro- are momentarily adjusted to allow the wireless technology and the Yamaha magnetic noise. upshift to occur. Motorcycle Connect smartphone app. At facilities nearby that are...
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If more than one phone has been 4. When pairing is complete, the Smartphone connectivity indica- registered in the CCU, then the Yamaha Motorcycle Connect may not tor and Smartphone battery level first phone within reach will be work on all smartphone models and indicator will come on.
Do not place near magnets. Yamaha dealer to have them re-regis- Do not place near items that tered. 1. Code re-registering key (red dot) 2. Standard keys (black bow) transmit electrical signals.
Instrument and control functions EAU10474 EAU85050 EAU73803 Main switch/steering lock LOCK All electrical circuits are supplied with The steering is locked and all electrical power and the vehicle lights are turned systems are off. The key can be re- on. The engine can be started. The key moved.
Instrument and control functions Right EAU66059 Handlebar switches If the steering will not lock, try turning Left the handlebars back to the right slight- To unlock the steering 1. Stop/Run/Start switch “ ” 2. Wheel switch “ ” 1. Pass switch “ ”...
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Instrument and control functions to flash. To turn off the hazard lights, EAU66030 Horn switch “ ” turn the main switch to the “ON” posi- When the dimmer switch is set Press this switch to sound the horn. tion and operate the hazard switch to “...
The “ABS ON” button does not when the vehicle power is turned on, or function when the vehicle is in mo- if the light remains on, have a Yamaha tion. Bring the vehicle to a com- 1. Immobilizer system indicator light “...
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4. If one or both of the standard keys lizer system is still enabled. The do not start the engine, take the Stop/Run/Start vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha switch “ / ” is turned to dealer to have the standard keys off “...
If all the fuel meter display segments This shows which gear the transmis- cius/farenheit. (See page 5-15.) flash repeatedly, have a Yamaha deal- sion is in. This model has 6 gears and a er inspect the vehicle. neutral position. The neutral position is indicated by “...
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When the vehicle is turned on, this light mentally friendly, fuel-efficient manner. should come on for a few seconds and The indicator is not shown when idling. then go off. Otherwise, have a Yamaha Oil pressure warning indicator “ ” dealer check the vehicle.
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If it does not flash when the vehicle Icon off: No smartphone connect- power is turned on, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the vehicle. “ ”: The center bar moves up and down to indicate the battery level.
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Instrument and control functions If the above indicators go off, the Missed call indicator “ ” incoming message indicator will The missed call indicator comes on be displayed for the remaining when connected smartphone time. misses a call. It will remain on until the ...
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Instrument and control functions The information display items are: To reset information display items: Air temperature “AIR”: “ODO”: odometer If a displayed item can be reset, short The air temperature is displayed from “COOLANT”: coolant temperature pressing the wheel switch “ ”...
Instrument and control functions to confirm and the next digit will flash. EAUA0931 Menu system Repeat this until the third digit is con- If traveling at speeds under 10 km/h (6 firmed and the tripmeter is set. mi/h), “--.-” will be displayed. When the set mileage has been trav- ...
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Instrument and control functions Short press wheel Change between display “Themes” themes. (See page 5-14.) switch “ ” to highlight/de-high- When one of the ABS items is set, Telephone notification set- light a selected item. “Telephone” the display will return to the main tings.
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Instrument and control functions “Themes” This module allows you to clear all Change measurement “Unit” units. (See page 5-15.) stored call notifications. When “Cancel Adjust display brightness. Notification” is selected, the incom- “Brightness” (See page 5-15.) ing/missed call icon will disappear Set clock.
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Instrument and control functions “Unit” “Brightness” This module allows you to set the 12- This module allows you to change the This module allows you to adjust the hour clock. The hours and minutes are measurement units. Each of the three screen brightness between 3 different set individually.
Instrument and control functions EAU12823 EAU12876 EAU26827 Clutch lever Shift pedal Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the throttle grip. 1. Clutch lever 1.
Instrument and control functions The ABS performs a self-check EAU12944 EAU90662 Brake pedal when you first start off. During this The anti-lock brake system (ABS) acts time a clicking noise from the hy- on the front and rear brakes indepen- draulic unit may be audible, and if dently.
Instrument and control functions EAUM1795 Fuel tank cap The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock. In addi- tion, the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked. 3. Close the lock cover. EWA11142 WARNING 1.
EWA10882 WARNING EAU86081 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are Your Yamaha engine was designed to extremely flammable. To avoid fires use unleaded gasoline with a research and explosions and to reduce the octane number of 90 or higher. If en- risk of injury when refueling, follow 1.
Instrument and control functions recommended by Yamaha because it EAU13435 EAUM4110 Catalytic converter Seats can cause damage to the fuel system The exhaust system contains catalytic or vehicle performance problems. converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust Passenger seat ECA11401 NOTICE emissions.
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Instrument and control functions To install the passenger seat To install the rider seat 1. Insert the projection on the front of 1. Insert the projection on the front of the passenger seat into the seat the rider seat into the seat holder holder as shown, and then push as shown, and then place the seat the rear of the seat down to lock it...
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw adjustment. justing screws. If headlights require adjustment, con- ECA10102 Rebound damping setting: sult a Yamaha dealer. NOTICE Minimum (soft): 17 click(s) in direction (b) To avoid damaging the mechanism, Standard: do not attempt to turn beyond the 17 click(s) in direction (b) maximum or minimum settings.
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments tions, however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage are ineffective and may damage the suspension. the suspension. Compression damping force 1. Remove the rubber cap by pulling it out of the front fork leg. 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU14796 EAUM4121 Front fork bleeding Adjusting the shock absorber When riding in extremely rough condi- assembly tions, the air temperature and pressure This shock absorber assembly is in the front fork will rise and harden the equipped with a spring preload adjust- suspension.
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments Rebound damping setting: are ineffective and may damage Unit for adjustment: the suspension. Click Minimum (soft): Rebound damping force Standard: Turn the adjuster in direction (a) to in- crease the rebound damping force. Maximum (hard): Turn the adjuster in direction (b) to de- crease the rebound damping force.
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When turning the damping force sembly yourself. Take the shock adjuster in direction (b), it may absorber assembly to a Yamaha click beyond the stated specifica- dealer for any service. tions, however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage the suspension.
Instrument and control functions EAU84680 EAUM4130 EAUM4520 Luggage strap holders Front fender DC power outlets To suit the riding conditions, the front This vehicle is equipped with a 5V USB fender height can be adjusted. jack, a grip warmer connector and a fog lamp DC connector.
4. If the USB jack overheats or mal- sidestand could contact the ground functions, the indicator light will go and distract the operator, resulting off. If this occurs, have a Yamaha in a possible loss of control. dealer check the vehicle. Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off...
Instrument and control functions this system regularly and have a EAU57952 Ignition circuit cut-off system Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not This system prevents in-gear engine function properly. starts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up. Also, it will...
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The neutral switch may not be working. 6. Move the sidestand up. The motorcycle should not be ridden until 7. Pull the clutch lever. checked by a Yamaha dealer. 8. Shift transmission into gear. 9. Move the sidestand down. Does the engine stall? The sidestand switch may not be working.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 8-14 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. 8-21, 8-22 •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. 8-17, 8-26 Throttle grip • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 8-26 •...
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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 5-28 • 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.
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. tion. Turn the vehicle power off To start the engine 3. Shift the transmission into the and then back on again to cancel 1.
Operation and important riding points EAUN0073 EAU16675 ECA10262 Shifting NOTICE ECAN0072 When shifting, press the shift NOTICE pedal firmly until you feel the Do not ride through deep water, oth- gear shift is complete. erwise the engine may be damaged. ...
Operation and important riding points 3. Open the throttle gradually, and at 4. Once motorcycle EAU16811 Tips for reducing fuel con- the same time, release the clutch stopped, the transmission can be sumption lever slowly. shifted into the neutral position. Fuel consumption depends largely on 4.
Operation and important riding points EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. 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.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
Tool kit If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have your Yamaha dealer perform it for you. 1. Tool kit 2. Storage pouch The tool kit is in the location shown. Al-...
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 for leakage. √ √ √ √ √ 6 * Exhaust system •...
The cowling shown needs to be re- checked periodically, preferably by a moved to perform some of the mainte- Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- nance jobs described in this chapter. its will cause any spark plug to slowly Refer to this section each time the...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU36113 Specified spark plug: Canister NGK/LMAR8A-9 If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good Before installing a spark plug, the estimate of the correct torque is 1/4– spark plug gap should be measured 1/2 turn past finger tight.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAUM4152 Engine oil and oil filter car- tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter car- tridge replaced at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance chart.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 7. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 1. Engine oil drain bolt 1. Torque wrench 2.
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2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt) is correct, immediately turn the en- With oil filter removal: gine off and have a Yamaha dealer 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt) check the vehicle. 15. Turn the engine off, wait a few...
Thus, 3. Minimum level mark Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and If genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail- synthetic oils have their own distinct 3. If the coolant is at or below the able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze characters and value.
Have a maintenance chart. Replace the air fil- Yamaha dealer change the coolant. ter element more frequently if you often WARNING! Never attempt to remove ride in the rain or dusty areas. In addi-...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment seated in the air filter case. The ECA21220 NOTICE engine should never be operat- The air filter element must be ed without the air filter element replaced at the intervals speci- installed, otherwise the pis- fied in the periodic maintenance ton(s) and/or cylinder(s) may become...
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) proper tire pressure may cause se- Periodically check the throttle grip free vere injury or death from loss of play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha control. The tire air pressure must be dealer adjust it.
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Never overload your vehicle. Opera- nail or glass fragments in it, or if the soon as possible with a high- tion of an overloaded vehicle could sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha quality product. cause an accident. dealer replace the tire immediately.
If checked by tire specialists to ascertain any damage is found, have the their suitability for further use. wheel inspected by your Yamaha EWA10462 dealer. Do not attempt to repair or WARNING straighten a bent or damaged The front and rear tires should be of wheel.
2. Loosen the locknut at the crank- case. 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 1. Locknut A soft or spongy feeling in the brake 2.
EAU36505 EAU22393 Brake light switches Checking the front and rear peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace The brake light should come on just brake pads the brake pads as a set. before braking takes effect. The brake...
Water 1. Minimum level mark will significantly lower the boil- Specified brake fluid: ing point of the fluid and may re- YAMAHA GENUINE BRAKE FLUID sult in vapor lock, and dirt may (DOT 4) clog the ABS hydraulic unit valves.
EAU22734 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be further riding. brake fluid every 2 years. In addition,...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU74260 To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm. 1. Drive chain guide 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- cants for the drive chain, as they EAU23027 Cleaning and lubricating the nuts to their specified torques. may contain substances that drive chain could damage O-rings. The drive chain must be cleaned and Tightening torques: [ECA11112] Axle nut:...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU23144 Recommended lubricant: Recommended lubricants: Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease Brake lever: brake and clutch levers Silicone grease The operation of the brake and clutch Clutch lever: Lithium-soap-based grease levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- be checked before each ride, and the sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal dealer at the intervals specified in the specified in the periodic maintenance...
[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.
EWA10761 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment battery tends to discharge more quick- nect the positive lead before EAU59876 Replacing the fuses ly if the vehicle is equipped with op- connecting the negative lead. The main fuse and the fuse boxes, tional electrical accessories. [ECA16842] which contain the fuses for the individ- ECA16522...
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4. If the fuse immediately blows [EWA15132] again, have a Yamaha dealer Specified fuses: check the electrical system. Main fuse: 30.0 A Auxiliary fuse: 2.0 A...
EAUM4210 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. Motorcycle jack 2. Auxiliary light Since this model is not equipped with a...
The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
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.
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 5-20.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This infor- mation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1. Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown.
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(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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