Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Special features Smartphone Connectivity System Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment MOTORCYCLE Motorcycle care and storage MTT890D-KR (TRACER 9 GT+)
EAU46094 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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EAU98372 Use of trade marks ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Android™ is a trademark of Google LLC. ® ® Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries.
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the MTT890D-KR, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design 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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Adjusting the rider seat height ..6-40 Periodic maintenance charts ..9-3 Brake system........ 4-11 Rider footrest position ....6-42 Periodic maintenance chart for the Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) ..4-15 Storage compartment ....6-42 emission control system ..... 9-3 Windscreen ........6-43 General maintenance and Smartphone Connectivity Handlebar position .......6-43...
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Table of contents Adjusting the clutch lever free Troubleshooting......9-33 play ..........9-18 Troubleshooting chart....9-35 Checking the brake lever free play ..........9-18 Motorcycle care and storage ..10-1 Brake light switches ......9-19 Matte color caution....... 10-1 Checking the front and rear Care ..........
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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ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing. 1TP-2118K-A2 STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION 28R-00 6225 TESTED 95 dB(A) AT 5000 r/min 39R-01 9956 SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA 41R-04 9706 IDENTIFICATION : B7N B5UE 53R-03 0797 BLG-2118G-10 78R-05 5215 BLG-2811P-00...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028C 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- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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Safety information Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
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Safety information Remove all loose items from the operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- motorcycle. Check that the fuel cock (if ries are not recommended. Use caution when adding electri- equipped) is in the off position and cal accessories.
Description EAU10431 Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 6-34) 9. Main switch/steering lock (page 6-2) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 6-3) 3. USB jack (page 6-46) 4. Multi-function meter unit (page 6-9) 5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 9-20) 6.
In the event of an accident or a fall, the millimeter-wave radar may shift and disalign, causing it to not operate properly. Have 1. Millimeter-wave radar unit it inspected by your Yamaha dealer.
Special features The ACC system uses the equipped EAUA0419 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) millimeter–wave radar unit to detect system 80 km/h (50 mi/h) vehicles ahead in traffic and then auto- EWA22571 matically controls the engine, brakes, WARNING and electronic suspension to maintain ...
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Special features When a vehicle ahead disappears Set the following distance to a • Heavy rain, snow, hail, etc. from radar detection while speed setting that is safe and appro- • Road construction zones Do not use the ACC system in is lower than the set cruising priate for the weather, road and speed, it will accelerate to the set...
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Special features Riding in a meandering manner Far side of lane Meandering (unstable) driving with unstable steering. The vehicle is pitched backward by excess load weight so that it points upward (weighted in ex- cess of the maximum load). ...
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Special features Vehicles crossing in front of Unusually shaped vehicle Sharp curves you. Lane splitting EWA22500 WARNING If the ACC system loses detection of Crossing vehicle the vehicle ahead or detects the wrong vehicle, it may accelerate/de- celerate. Especially in sharp curves or on winding roads, the system may lose detection of the vehicle ahead or detect a vehicle in another lane...
Special features When strong braking is applied by EAUA0493 EAUA0764 Rider intervention request ACC system operation the brake assist function of the ra- while the ACC system is active dar-linked UBS. Setting and activating the ACC sys- EWA22540 WARNING The rider intervention request is not guaranteed to display under all cir- cumstances.
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”. decreases the set cruising speed. icon “ ” comes on, have a 2. Press setting Yamaha dealer inspect the vehi- switch “ ” to activate the ACC Each press of the ACC setting cle. system, and the ACC indicator switch “...
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Special features the vehicle will decelerate to the set The current following distance setting standby, the ACC indicator icon turns cruising speed when the throttle grip is is indicated by the number of bars on white “ ” and the ACC speed setting released.
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Special features Additionally, the ACC system will auto- surface conditions to ensure matically turn off under the following that the vehicle is suitable for Pressing the ACC power switch “ ” conditions: riding. while the ACC system is active will ...
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Special features riding downhill, shift to a lower gear the passing assist will not operate and use engine braking as much as for some time until the system can If the following distance is too short, possible. adjust itself. the vehicle will not accelerate even if passing assist is used.
Special features Anti–lock brake system (ABS) EAUA0467 Brake system The anti–lock brake system (ABS) acts This vehicle is equipped with an inte- on the front and rear brakes indepen- grated anti–lock brake system (ABS) dently. and unified brake assist system (UBS). EWA16051 WARNING How to operate the brakes:...
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Special features and rear brakes at the same time. With Radar–linked UBS UBS active, operating either the front UBS also integrates data from the mil- or rear brake also suitably distributes limeter–wave radar unit to increase braking power to the other brake. The braking force appropriately based on UBS also automatically adjusts brak- detected distance to the vehicle...
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Special features pectedly. The rider must always • The vehicle is pitched back- Cutting in front be prepared to steer, acceler- ward by excess load weight ate, brake, and shift gears at so that it points upward any time. (weighted in excess of the ...
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Special features Adjacent vehicle too close • Stationary objects (tunnels, the vehicle ahead or detect a guardrails, toll booths, etc.) vehicle in another lane due to • Pedestrians, bicycles, ani- the angle of the radar cone. mals Lane splitting • Motorcycles (lane splitting too closely) •...
EAUA0555 Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) when entering turns, when acceler- Yamaha Ride Control is a system that ating hard at a sharp lean angle, or incorporates numerous sensors and while braking, and it cannot prevent controls to support an improved riding front wheel slip or front wheel lift.
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Special features ON/OFF manually only when the amount of traction control is applied. main switch is turned on and the When cornering, a greater amount of motorcycle is stopped. traction control is applied. Turn the stability control system OFF to help free the rear wheel if the motorcycle gets stuck in mud, sand, or other soft surfaces.
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Special features turns, when accelerating hard at a as during starts or out-of-corner exits. SUS A-2 - Comfort setting with softer sharp lean angle, or while braking, When front-wheel lift is detected, en- damping force, suitable for rougher and cannot prevent front wheel slip- gine power is regulated to slow front- road conditions ping.
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Special features Upshifting conditions Brake control system (BC) EWA22531 WARNING Vehicle speed of at least 20 km/h The brake control (BC) system regu- (12 mi/h) lates hydraulic brake pressure for the Do not use the BC on roads other ...
Smartphone Connectivity System After disconnecting/reconnecting EAU96128 Type of con- Smart features (communica- Smart Feature: nection: the battery, the CCU takes about tion control unit) GPS navigation (Audio 1 minute to boot. route guidance) (See page EWA21412 5-8.) WARNING Bluetooth Phone (See page 5-9.) ...
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Smartphone Connectivity System Operate the joystick left-right Joystick/Home button MyRide - Link app Short press enter “ ” Menu system operation: Operate the joystick left-right-up- down to select and adjust menu items. Short press enter “ ” to execute a selection.
Smartphone Connectivity System At facilities nearby that are EAUA0621 Initial setup emitting strong radio waves (TV Use of MyRide - Link is subject to or radio towers, power plants, your agreement to the MyRide - To use smart features: broadcasting stations, airports, Link terms of use.
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Smartphone Connectivity System You can also pair by navigating Applications” → “Settings” to “ → “Connections” → “Bluetooth” → “Make system discoverable” in the menu system and then search for the vehicle’s CCU name in the smartphone’s Bluetooth settings. The vehicle’s CCU name will be 1.
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Smartphone Connectivity System 3. In the MyRide - Link app, open “Settings” and then open “Vehi- A request will appear on your cles”. Select the “+” in the top smartphone to share contact in- right corner of the screen and your formation with the vehicle.
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Smartphone Connectivity System If a Bluetooth pairing record is de- password must be at least 8 digits leted from either the smartphone in length. The default password is or the CCU, the pairing record in random. the MyRide - Link app must also be deleted and paired again.
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Smartphone Connectivity System USB connection Connect a smartphone via the USB jack located under the meter. (See page 6-46.) After some time, your headset de- When connected, the display will vice name should appear on the switch to “Paired device list” and list of available devices.
USB. Garmin Motorize terms of use. Yamaha shall not be liable for any How to use the navigation system: damages resulting from the use of The navigation system is controlled us- the Garmin Motorize app.
Smartphone Connectivity System answer the call. The active phone call EAU96138 Telephone indicator icon “ ” will appear on the This vehicle is equipped with a tele- top of the main display for the duration phone function that utilizes your smart- of the call.
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Smartphone Connectivity System Highlight the volume icon and operate play. The call audio will play the joystick up-down to adjust the call through the connected Bluetooth volume level. Highlight the end call headset. icon and short press enter “ ” to hang up the call.
Smartphone Connectivity System If the error persists, try the following: EAU96882 Connection troubleshooting 1. Turn OFF the vehicle power. After If a connection error occurs between 30 seconds, turn ON the vehicle the smartphone, MyRide - Link app, power again. Garmin Motorize app and/or CCU, the 2.
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 bow) 2. Standard keys (black bow) transmit electrical signals.
Instrument and control functions EAU10474 EAU84035 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. YRC mode switch “MODE” 3. Hazard switch “ ”...
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Instrument and control functions EAU94790 ECA10062 Stop/Run/Start switch “ / ” NOTICE To crank the engine with the starter, Do not use the hazard lights for an set this switch to “ ”, and then push extended length of time with the en- the switch down towards “...
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Instrument and control functions Operate the joystick left-right / Long press enter “ ” to mute/un- Short press HB “ ” to open the mute all sound. Operate the joystick left-right / pop-up menu. Long press HB “ ”...
” vehicle control system. If this occurs, sible wheel lock during emer- 8. Stability control indicator light “ ” have a Yamaha dealer check the on- gency braking. 9. UBS warning light “ ” board diagnostic system. Have a Yamaha dealer check 10.ABS warning light “...
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In this case, the warning light also comes on to indicate when light will flash steadily to indicate the light also comes on. Have a Yamaha brake control (BC) is turned off. If this immobilizer system is enabled. After 24 dealer check the battery.
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Check the coolant do not start the engine, take the level (see page 9-36). If the engine oil pressure is low, vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha EAU92752 Oil pressure and Coolant tempera- dealer to have the standard keys the oil pressure warning icon ture warning light “...
Instrument and control functions of this technology, it is normal for When the menu system or the naviga- EAUA0566 Display a small number of pixels to be in- tion function are open, the information 3 4 5 active. on the main display is relocated as ...
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Instrument and control functions Fuel meter Icon off: the quick shifter is disabled. The vehicle information display is split The fuel meter indicates the amount of “ ”: the system is active for upshifts into two sections located on either side fuel in the fuel tank.
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Instrument and control functions To reset information display items: If a display item cannot be reset, “Push to Reset” will gray out. The vehicle information display items can be reset using the “All Reset” function. (See page 6-33.) Odometer (ODO) The odometer shows the total distance 1.
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Instrument and control functions When using miles, the average fuel Average speed (AVG SPEED) consumption is displayed in “MPG”. Displays the average traveling speed “---” will be displayed if the de- since last reset. tected temperature is lower than Instantaneous fuel consumption (INST –9 °C (15 °F).
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ACC sys- system. tem detects that gear shift is required If this icon comes on, have a Yamaha to maintain the set following distance dealer inspect the vehicle. and set cruising speed.
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Instrument and control functions Coolant temperature warning Wi-Fi connectivity indicator icon “ ” Auxiliary system warning icon “ ” icon “ ” This icon indicates Wi-Fi connection This icon appears if a problem is de- This icon appears when the coolant status.
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Instrument and control functions icon stays on until you turn the vehicle MyRide - Link app indicator icon “ ” ECA17932 NOTICE off or check the notifications by navi- This icon comes on when the MyRide - Applications” → “Notifi- ...
Instrument and control functions Short press enter “ ” to execute ECA23980 EAUA0548 Pop-up menu system NOTICE a selection. Be sure to wear protective Short press HB “ ” button to re- clothing that covers your hip turn to the previous screen.
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Instrument and control functions Access simple pop-up au- dio player. (See page “Audio” Each of the three themes has small 6-17.) variations which change when the YRC Access the smartphone application menu. (See mode is adjusted using the YRC mode “Applications”...
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Instrument and control functions Operate the joystick up-down to adjust module. If the volume is too high the volume. Operate the joystick left- or low, try adjusting the volume The order of the icons can be or- right to skip to previous/next track. settings on your smartphone and ganized using the MyRide - Link Short press enter “...
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Instrument and control functions Applications” → “Settings” → Applications” → “Settings” → “Media”: Audio player volume. 20 lev- “ “ “Audio” → “Equalizer” “Audio” → “Audio output” els. “Phone”: Phone call volume. 20 levels. Phone call volume is also adjustable via the pop-up menu telephone func- tion.
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Instrument and control functions Applications” → “Settings” → This module controls Bluetooth con- “ nections to smartphones and head- “Connections” sets. For instructions on pairing / connecting Bluetooth devices. (See page 5-3, 5-7.) If “Bluetooth auto connect” is enabled, the CCU will automatically connect with any previously paired devices which are available.
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“Completed.” is cord must be deleted from the To update system software: displayed. smartphone in order to pair it 1. Visit the Yamaha homepage and again. download the latest software up- date to a USB storage device. Applications” → “Settings” →...
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Instrument and control functions Do not turn the vehicle power off, re- This module cannot be exited with move the USB drive, or put the vehicle short press HB. Use Long press HB to in motion until the update is complet- exit.
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Instrument and control functions Applications” → “Telephone” not completed, the CCU will not track, Play/Pause, Repeat off/Repeat “ be able to pair with the smart- all/Repeat one) and short press If no call is active then a recent contact phone again. enter “...
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Instrument and control functions Permission must be granted on If a call is started by selecting a This is a list of notifications (since con- name/number from the list the follow- the smartphone before contact in- nection to vehicle) from the connected ing active call screen will appear: formation can be downloaded to smartphone.
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Instrument and control functions Applications” → “Weather” This option turns the stability control “ “ Telephone” systems (“TCS”, “SCS” and “LIF”) on/off together. The stability control system indicator light “ ” will come on to indicate “SC OFF” status. 1. Update icon When there is an active call, this item 2.
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Instrument and control functions Machine Settings” → “Mainte- The grip warmer icon on the top right of “ the display shows the currently select- nance” If the vehicle is in motion, the “ ” ed grip warmer preset. item will be grayed out. ...
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Instrument and control functions After maintenance to one of the items To manually adjust the clock, highlight has been completed, select it by short items by operating the joystick left- When “mile” is selected for the mileage pressing enter “ ” and reset it. right.
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Instrument and control functions Machine Settings” → “Bright- The three vehicle information display ing the joystick up-down. Confirm the “ favorites can be selected here. The fa- settings by short pressing enter “ ” ness” vorited items will appear on the right- and return to the previous menu.
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Instrument and control functions Customize the “PWR”, “TCS”, Machine Settings” → “YRC Set- “PWR” (power delivery mode) “ “SCS”, “LIF” and “SUS” setting ting” levels for the “CUSTOM” YRC mode preset. Operate the joystick left-right to select the YRC item that you want to adjust. Adjust the selected YRC item by oper- ating the joystick up-down.
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Instrument and control functions This model uses a variable traction “SCS” can be set to 1, 2, and 3. Setting “SUS” (electronically adjustable sus- control system. For each setting level, level 1 provides the least amount of pension) the farther the vehicle is leaned over, system intervention, and setting level 3 the more traction control (system inter- provides the greatest amount of sys-...
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Instrument and control functions “OFF” turns the respective upshift or See page 4-11 for more information “QS / QS ” (quick shifter) downshift function off, and the clutch the brake system. lever must then be used when shifting in that direction. When the BC is on, a variety of condi- tions may cause the BC to operate Adjustments to the quick shifter set-...
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Instrument and control functions Machine Settings” → “Shift Indica- Machine Settings” → “Shift Indica- Machine Settings” → “Shift Indica- “ “ “ tor” → “Settings” → “Indicator” tor” → “Settings” → “Start” tor” → “Settings” → “Stop” Select “ON” to have the indicator light Select the r/min at which the shift indi- Select the r/min at which the shift indi- steadily, “FLASH”...
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Instrument and control functions Machine Settings” → “Shift Indica- After any service to the rear suspen- “ tor” → “Brightness” sion, a sensor calibration must be per- This reset does not affect the CCU. To formed using this module. Select reset the CCU see page 6-22.
Instrument and control functions EAU12823 EAU83692 Clutch lever Shift pedal To prevent unintended shifts, the quick shifter is programmed to ignore un- clear input signals. Therefore, be sure to shift using quick and sufficiently forceful inputs. 1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 2.
Instrument and control functions EAU26827 EAU12944 EAU13077 Brake lever Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 2. Distance 2. Unlock. The brake pedal is located on the right 3. Match mark side of the motorcycle.
Instrument and control functions EAU13222 Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in less the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 WARNING not properly closed and locked.
1 1 1 Use only unleaded gasoline. The use EAU86081 of leaded gasoline will cause severe Your Yamaha engine was designed to damage to internal engine parts, use unleaded gasoline with a research such as the valves and piston rings, octane number of 95 or higher.
Instrument and control functions EAU13435 EAU92640 Catalytic converter Seats See page 9-10 for canister information. The exhaust system contains catalytic converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust Passenger seat emissions. EWA10863 To remove the passenger seat WARNING 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, The exhaust system is hot after op- and then turn it counterclockwise.
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Instrument and control functions 2. Install the cap. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1. Projection 1. Cap 2. Seat holder 2. Rider seat lock lever 1. Cap 2. Remove the key. 3. Install the passenger seat. To install the rider seat 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU92633 Adjusting the rider seat height The rider seat height can be adjusted to one of two positions. 1. Rider seat height position adjuster 1. Rubber cover 3. Install the rider seat height posi- tion adjuster by inserting the front Do not lose the rubber cover.
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Instrument and control functions 6. Align the projection on the bottom 5. Insert the projection on the front of of the rider seat with the “H” posi- the rider seat into seat holder A as 1 1 1 tion slot, and then push the rear of shown.
Storage compartment The rider footrests can be adjusted to one of two positions. From the factory, the footrests are in the low position. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the posi- tions of the rider footrests. 1. Projection 2. “L” position slot 1.
This vehicle is equipped with sidecase able windscreen. of two positions to suit the rider’s pref- support holders. Consult your Yamaha erence. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust dealer before installing any sidecases. the position of the handlebar. 1. Windscreen lock lever 2.
Maximum (hard): ECA27260 sembly yourself. Take the shock 10 turn(s) in direction (a) NOTICE absorber assembly to a Yamaha Use extra care to avoid scratching dealer for any service. the anodized finish when making Turn the adjusting knob in direction (a) suspension adjustments.
(b) until it stops, and stallation of optional electric accesso- then count the clicks in direction (a). ries. Consult a Yamaha dealer for more in- formation regarding the location and capacity of the DC connector(s) and about what accessories are capable of 1 1 1 being installed.
(or does not stay up), otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control. Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon- 1. USB jack sibility of raising the sidestand be- fore starting off.
Instrument and control functions this system regularly and have a EAU44905 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. 7. Move the sidestand up. The motorcycle should not be ridden until 8. Pull the clutch lever. checked by a Yamaha dealer. 9. Shift transmission into gear. 10. Move the sidestand down. Does the engine stall? The sidestand switch may not be working.
Instrument and control functions EAU94930 Cornering lights 1 1 1 1. Cornering light This model is equipped with cornering lights on each side. The cornering lights come on to help illuminate the road when the vehicle is leaned over. According to the direction of the turn, the cornering light for that side comes 6-49...
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 9-13 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. 9-19, 9-20 •...
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For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. • Replace if necessary. 9-19, 9-20 Rear brake • Check fluid level in reservoir.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check operation. Instruments, lights, signals — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 6-46 • 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.
1. Turn the main switch on and set ECA11043 NOTICE Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. the engine stop switch to the run position. For maximum engine life, never ac- 3. Shift the transmission into the 2.
Operation and important riding points EAU68221 EAU91544 ECA22523 Shifting NOTICE When shifting, press the shift pedal firmly until you feel the This model is equipped with: gear shift is complete. an inertial measurement unit Even with the transmission in (IMU).
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.
However, a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly. If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have your Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
EAU71033 Periodic maintenance charts Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by your Yamaha dealer because these items require special tools, data, and technical skills. From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check control system for dam- Evaporative emis- √...
• Perform dynamic inspection us- Diagnostic system √ √ √ √ √ √ ing Yamaha diagnostic tool. check • Check the error codes. 2 * Air filter element • Replace. Every 40000 km (24000 mi) • Check operation. √ √...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for exces- √ √...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation. √ √ √ √ √...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation. √ √ √ √ √...
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if spark plug should be tightened to the its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To check the engine oil level EAU36113 EAU1990H Canister Engine oil 1. Start the engine, warm it up for The engine oil level should be checked several minutes, and then turn it regularly. In addition, the oil must be off.
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An oil filter wrench is available at a oil filler cap and add oil. Yamaha dealer. 5. Check the engine oil filler cap O- 5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine ring. Replace if damaged.
9. After checking the engine oil filler EAU85450 Why Yamalube cap O-ring, install the filler cap. YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers’ passion Wipe off any spilled oil before starting and belief that engine oil is an impor- the engine.
2. Maximum level mark soft tap water instead. Do not 3. Minimum level mark If genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail- use hard water or salt water 3. If the coolant is at or below the since it is harmful to the engine.
The coolant must be changed at the in- maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a tervals specified in the periodic main- Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer. tenance and lubrication chart. Have a filter element.
2 persons: To prevent this from occurring, have Front: your Yamaha dealer check and adjust Tire air pressure 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Rear: the valve clearance at regular intervals. The tire air pressure should be 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
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“broken used or have only been used occasion- wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall replace the tire immediately.
If any damage is found, have high speeds. After extensive tests, only the tires list- a Yamaha dealer replace the Brand-new tires can have a rel- ed below have been approved for this wheel. Do not attempt even the atively poor grip on certain road model by Yamaha.
Measure the clutch lever free play as clutch does not operate correctly, have shown. a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism. 1. No brake lever free play There should be no free play at the 1.
EAU36892 Front brake pads Yamaha dealer. 1. Brake pad wear indicator Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicators, which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav- ing to disassemble the brake.
Rear brake EAU40262 Checking the brake fluid level Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid as a set. is above the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid level with the top...
EAU22734 Changing the brake fluid id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. brake fluid every 2 years. In addition, age.
EAU92600 To adjust the drive chain slack EAU92611 To check the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- 1. Place the motorcycle on the cen- justing the drive chain slack. terstand. 1. Take the motorcycle off the cen- 2.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Place the motorcycle on the cen- 5. Take the motorcycle off the cen- EAU23027 Cleaning and lubricating the terstand. terstand, and then put the side- drive chain 4. To tighten the drive chain, turn the stand down.
Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in internal rusting and cause inter- ference with cable movement.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU44276 EAU23144 Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease brake and shift pedals brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and shift The operation of the brake and clutch pedals should be checked before each levers should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-...
EWA10742 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.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- specified in the periodic maintenance securely support the vehicle so pair it.
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 dealer check or repair the steer- check the wheel bearings.
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To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and least once a month and fully Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- charge it if necessary. dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to 3.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU92741 Replacing the fuses The fuse box is located under the rider seat. (See page 6-38.) 1. Brake light fuse 1. ABS motor fuse 2. Ignition fuse 2 2. ABS solenoid fuse 3. Signaling system fuse 3.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Turn the main switch off and turn Specified fuses: off the electrical circuit in ques- Main fuse: tion. 50.0 A Accessory fuse 2: 2. Remove the fuse box cover by 5.0 A pressing inwards at the two points Terminal fuse 1: indicated on the cover and pulling 2.0 A...
(Rein- Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If the stall the collars if they fall out.) license plate light does not come on, check and replace the bulb. (See page 9-32.)
3. License plate light unit self. However, should your motorcycle 3. Remove the license plate light require any repair, take it to a Yamaha bulb socket (together with the dealer, whose skilled technicians have bulb) by turning it counterclock- the necessary tools, experience, and wise, and then pulling it out.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or prop- erty damage. 9-34...
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 sure to wash the underside and sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for of many components. Washing, clean- chassis parts after riding in such ing, and polishing will also give you a advice on what products to use be- areas.
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Motorcycle care and storage detergent applications such as 4. Pre-soak stubborn stains like in- been exposed to salt. Warm wa- those available in coin-operated sects or bird droppings with a wet ter will increase salt’s corrosive car washers. towel for a few minutes. properties.
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Motorcycle care and storage If necessary, clean the brake 3. Use a chrome polish to shine 8. When finished cleaning, start the chrome, aluminum, and stainless engine and let it idle for several discs and pads with brake steel parts. Often the thermally in- minutes to help dry any remaining cleaner or acetone.
Motorcycle care and storage 1. Make all necessary repairs and b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine EAU83472 Storage perform any outstanding mainte- oil into the spark plug bore. Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry nance. c. Install the spark plug cap onto place.
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Motorcycle care and storage wheels a little once a month in or- der to prevent the tires from be- coming degraded in one spot. 9. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it. 10. Remove the battery and fully charge it, or attach a maintenance charger to keep the battery opti- mally charged.
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1 1 1 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number...
(See page 6-38.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1. Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown.
This is done by attaching a special Yamaha diagnostic tool to the vehicle, in circumstances where maintenance checks or service procedures are performed. This may also be done by connecting to the Yamaha Y-Connect smart phone application and using the application in ac- cordance with the specified terms and conditions.
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(above). CONTACT US AND OPTING OUT If you would like more information about Yamaha’s approach to privacy, contact 1300 593 600 (AUS) or 0800 926 242 (NZ), email corporate.services@yamaha-motor.com.au or review the applicable Privacy Policy located at the following Yamaha websites: ...
Consumer information EAU26571 Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON- TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: a. The removal or rendering inopera- tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur-...
Index Initial setup..........5-3 ABS warning light ........6-6 DC connectors ........6-45 ACC system operation......4-6 Diagnostic connector ......12-2 Joystick and Home Button .....6-4 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system...4-2 Dimmer/Pass switch ......6-3 Adaptive Cruise Control switches ..6-4 Display............ 6-9 Labels, location........1-1 Air filter element ........9-14 Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...
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Steering, checking........ 9-28 YRC mode switch ........6-4 Stop/Run/Start switch ......6-4 YRC settings ........6-29 Storage ..........10-4 YRC (Yamaha Ride Control)....4-15 Storage compartment ......6-42 SUS ............4-17 Suspension, adjusting the front and rear ............. 6-44 Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....9-27 Telephone..........
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