YAMAHA NEO115 2002 Owner's Manual

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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
_

Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


For safety, always start the en-
gine with the centerstand.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
_
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Starting and warming up a
cold engine
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CAUTION:_ See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-
hicle for the first time. _1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
(See page 3-6 for starter (choke)
operation.)3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch, while applying the
front or rear brake or by pushing
the kickstarter lever down.
NOTE:_ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 5 seconds on any one
attempt. If the engine does not start
with the starter motor, try using the
kickstarter with the motorcycle on the
centerstand. _
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Start switch “START”
2. Kickstarter
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54. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) back about half-
way.
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CAUTION:_ For maximum engine life, always
warm the engine up before starting
off. Never accelerate hard when the
engine is cold! _5. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.NOTE:_ For maximum engine life, always warm
up the engine before riding your motor-
cycle. Never accelerate hard with a
cold engine. _
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Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for start-
ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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Starting off NOTE:_ Before starting off, allow the engine to
warm up. _1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand, push
the motorcycle off the centerstand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signal off.
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Acceleration and deceleration The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase the
speed, turn the throttle grip in
directiona. To reduce the speed, turn
the throttle grip in direction b.
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Braking 1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
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WARNING
_

Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the motor-
cycle may skid or overturn.


Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.


Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.


Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
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Front
Rear
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Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1,000 km. For this rea-
son, you should read the following ma-
terial carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full-throttle oper-
ation or any condition that might result
in engine overheating must be avoided.
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0–150 km

Avoid prolonged operation above
1/3 throttle.


After every hour of operation, stop
the engine, and then let it cool for
five to ten minutes.


Vary the engine speed from time
to time. Do not operate the engine
at one set throttle position.
150–500 km


Avoid prolonged operation above
1/2 throttle.


Rev the engine freely through the
gears, but do not use full throttle at
any time.
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CAUTION:_ After 500 km of operation, the en-
gine oil and the final transmission
oil must be changed and the engine
oil strainer cleaned. _
500–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
3/4 throttle.
1,000 km and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation.
Vary the speed occasionally.
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CAUTION:_ If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle. _
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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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.


Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
motorcycle may overturn.
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General noteMuch can be gained from the correct use and mainte-
nance of a motorcycle.
1. THE CUSTOMERS CAN USE THE FULLEST
POTENTIAL OF YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES2. A MOTORCYCLE CAN KEEP ITS PERFORMANCE
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5 3. FUEL COST AND REPAIR EXPENSES CAN BE
KEPT TO A MINIMUM4. A MOTORCYCLE CAN DEMAND A HIGH PRICE
WHEN IT IS TRADED IN AS A USED PRODUCT
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6-PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. The most important points of in-
spection, adjustment, and lubrication
are explained on the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a gen-
eral guide under normal riding condi-
tions. However, DEPENDING ON THE
WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHI-
CAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL
USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTER-
VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORT-
ENED.
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WARNING
_ If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle maintenance work, have a
Yamaha dealer do it for you. _
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Owner’s tool kit The owner’s tool kit is located on the
bottom of the seat. (See page 3-6 for
seat opening and closing procedures.)
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.
NOTE:_ If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. _
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WARNING
_ Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle un-
safe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any chang-
es. _
1. Owner’s tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
CP-03ENO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×1,000 km)
0.5 2 4 8 12
1*Fuel line
Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.√√√√
2 Spark plugCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√√√√
Replace if necessary.√√√
3*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√√
4 Air filter element
Clean. Replace if necessary.√√√√
5V-belt case air filter
elementsClean. Replace if necessary.√√√√
6*BatteryCheck electrolyte level and specific gravity.
Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.√√√√
7*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-3.)
Replace brake pads if necessary.√√√√√
8*Rear brakeCheck operation and adjust brake lever free play.
Replace brake shoes if necessary.√√√√√
9*WheelsCheck runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.√√√√
10*Wheel bearings
Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
11*SwingarmCheck operation and for excessive play.
Lubricate with lithium-soap based grease, every 24,000 km.√√√√
12*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering for roughness.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease, every 12,000 km.√√√√√
13*Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√
14 Sidestand/centerstandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√
15*Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
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NOTE:_

From 16,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4,000 km.


Depending on riding conditions, the V-belt replacement interval may vary.


The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.


Hydraulic brake system
After disassembling the brake master cylinder, and caliper cylinder, always change the fluid. Regularly check the
brake fluid level and fill reservoir as required.
Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake master cylinder and caliper cylinder every two years.
Replace the brake hose every four years or if cracked or damaged.
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*Shock absorber
assembliesCheck operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
17*CarburetorCheck starter (choke) operation.
Adjust engine idling speed.√√√√√
18 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.√√Every 2,000 km
19*Engine oil strainer
Clean.√√
20 Final transmission oilCheck vehicle for oil leakage.√√√√√
Change.√Every 10,000 km
21*V-beltCheck the damage and wear.√√√
Replace. Every 25,000 km (See NOTE.)
22*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√
23 Moving parts and cables
Lubricate.√√√√
24*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×1,000 km)
0.5 2 4 8 12
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