check engine YAMAHA PW80 2010 Owners Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT 
LABELS  
.............................................  1-1 
SAFETY INFORMATION  
..................  2-1 
DESCRIPTION  
..................................  3-1
Left view ..........................................  3-1
Right view ........................................  3-2
Controls and instruments ................  3-3 
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL 
FUNCTIONS 
.......................................  4-1
Handlebar switch  ............................  4-1
Power reduction plate  .....................  4-1
Shift pedal  ......................................  4-1
Brake lever  .....................................  4-2
Brake pedal  ....................................  4-2
Fuel tank cap  ..................................  4-2
Fuel ................................................  4-3
Fuel tank breather hose  .................  4-4
2-stroke engine oil  ..........................  4-4
Fuel cock  ........................................  4-5
Starter (choke) lever “ ” ................ 4-6
Kickstarter ......................................  4-6
Seat ................................................  4-7
Shock absorber assembly  ..............  4-7
Sidestand .......................................  4-8 
FOR YOUR SAFETY – 
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 
..............  5-1 
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT 
RIDING POINTS 
.................................  6-1
Starting and warming up a cold 
engine .........................................  6-1
Starting a warm engine  ..................  6-2
Shifting ...........................................  6-2
Engine break-in  ..............................  6-3
Parking ...........................................  6-4 
PPERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND 
ADJUSTMENT 
...................................  7-1
Owner’s tool kit ...............................  7-1
Periodic maintenance and 
lubrication chart  ..........................  7-2
Checking the spark plug .................  7-5
Removing the power reduction 
plate ............................................  7-6
Transmission oil  .............................  7-7
Cleaning the air filter element  ........  7-8
Cleaning the spark arrester  ............  7-9
Adjusting the carburetor  ...............  7-10
Adjusting the engine idling 
speed ........................................  7-10
Adjusting the throttle cable free 
play ...........................................  7-11
Tires .............................................  7-12
Spoke wheels  ...............................  7-13
Adjusting the brake lever free 
play ...........................................  7-13
Adjusting the brake pedal free 
play ...........................................  7-14Checking the front and rear 
brake shoes  ............................... 7-15
Drive chain slack ........................... 7-16
Cleaning and lubricating the 
drive chain  ................................. 7-17
Checking and lubricating the 
cables ........................................ 7-18
Checking and lubricating the 
throttle grip and cable  ................ 7-18
Adjusting the Autolube pump  ........ 7-18
Checking and lubricating the 
brake lever ................................. 7-19
Checking and lubricating the 
brake pedal ................................ 7-19
Checking and lubricating the 
sidestand ................................... 7-19
Checking the front fork .................. 7-20
Checking the steering  ................... 7-20
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-21
Supporting the motorcycle  ............ 7-21
Front wheel  ................................... 7-22
Rear wheel .................................... 7-24
Troubleshooting ............................ 7-26
Troubleshooting chart  ................... 7-27  
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND 
STORAGE  
.......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution  ......................... 8-1
Care ................................................ 8-1
Storage ........................................... 8-3 
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 
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curs, use a gasoline of a different brand
or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
 
EAU13412 
Fuel tank breather hose  
Before operating the motorcycle: 
 
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection. 
 
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged. 
 
Make sure that the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary. 
EAU41202 
2-stroke engine oil  
Make sure that there is sufficient oil in
the 2-stroke engine oil tank. If the
2-stroke engine oil is at or below the
minimum level as shown in the illustra-
tion, add a sufficient amount of the rec-
ommended 2-stroke engine oil as
follows.
TIP
 
Make sure that the motorcycle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the
2-stroke engine oil level. A slight tilt to 
the side can result in a false reading.
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-7.)
2. Remove the 2-stroke engine oil 
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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1. Minimum level
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 
EAU15596 
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
 
EWA11151 
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in 
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. 
Before using this vehicle, check the following points: 
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel 
 
Check fuel level in fuel tank. 
 
Refuel if necessary. 
 
Check fuel line for leakage.4-3  
2-stroke engine oil 
 
Check oil level in oil tank. 
 
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 
 
Check vehicle for oil leakage.4-4  
Transmission oil 
 
Check oil level in transmission case. 
 
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.7-7  
Front brake 
 
Check operation. 
 
Lubricate cable if necessary. 
 
Check lever free play. 
 
Adjust if necessary.7-13, 7-15  
Rear brake 
 
Check operation. 
 
Check pedal free play. 
 
Adjust if necessary.7-14  
Throttle grip 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Check cable free play. 
 
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and 
grip housing.7-11, 7-18  
Control cables 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Lubricate if necessary.7-18 
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 
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Drive chain 
 
Check chain slack. 
 
Adjust if necessary. 
 
Check chain condition. 
 
Lubricate if necessary.7-16, 7-17  
Wheels and tires 
 
Check for damage. 
 
Check tire condition and tread depth. 
 
Check air pressure. 
 
Correct if necessary.7-12, 7-13  
Shift pedal 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Correct if necessary.—  
Brake pedal 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.7-19  
Brake lever 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.7-19  
Sidestand 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. 
 
Lubricate pivot if necessary.7-19  
Chassis fasteners 
 
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 
 
Tighten if necessary.—  
Engine stop switch 
 
Check operation.4-1  
ITEM CHECKS PAGE 
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 
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3. Open the throttle gradually.
4. Once the motorcycle has reached
a speed high enough to change
gears, close the throttle.
5. Shift into second gear and release
the shift pedal.
6. Open the throttle gradually.
7. Follow the same procedure when
shifting to the next higher gear.
 
EAU16710 
To decelerate 
1. Close the throttle and apply both
the front and the rear brakes to
slow the motorcycle.
2. Downshift through the gears and
shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position when the motorcycle
is almost completely stopped. 
EAU39920 
Engine break-in  
There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the first 5
hours of riding. It is also important to ac-
custom the rider to the motorcycle dur-
ing this time. Please read the following
information carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first 5
hours of operation. The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided. However, momentary
full-throttle operation under load (i.e.,
two to three seconds maximum) does
not harm the engine. Each full-throttle
acceleration should be followed with a
substantial rest period for the engine.
To allow the engine to cool down from
the temporary buildup of heat, cruise at
a lower engine speed.
After the first 5 hours of operation, thor-
oughly check the motorcycle for loose
parts, oil leakage and any other prob-
lems. Be sure to inspect and make ad-justments thoroughly, especially cable
and drive chain slack and loose
spokes. In addition, check all fittings
and fasteners for looseness, and tight-
en if necessary.
NOTICE
 
 ECA10270 
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer 
check the vehicle. 
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 
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8*Tires
Check tread depth and for damage.Replace if necessary.Check air pressure.Correct if necessary.
9*Wheel bearingsCheck bearings for smooth operation.Replace if necessary.
10 *Steering bearingsCheck bearing assemblies for looseness.Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based 
grease.
11Drive chainCheck chain slack/alignment and condi-
tion.Adjust and lubricate chain with Yamaha 
chain and cable lube thoroughly.Every rideRemove and clean.
12 *Chassis fastenersCheck all chassis  fitting and fasteners.Replace if necessary.
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Sidestand pivotCheck operation.Apply lithium-soap-based g
rease lightly.
14 *Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.Replace if necessary.
15 *Shock absorber  
assemblyCheck operation and for oil leakage.Replace if necessary.
16 *CarburetorCheck engine idling speed and starter 
operation.Clean.Replace if necessary. NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBINITIAL THEREAFTER EVERY
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 
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TIP
 
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
17 *Autolube pump
Check operation.Correct if necessary.
18Transmission oilCheck for oil leakage .Correct if necessary.Change (warm engine before draining).
19 *Control cablesApply Yamaha chain and cable lube or 
engine oil 10W-30 lightly.
20 *Throttle grip housing 
and cableCheck operation and free play.Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or 
engine oil 10W-30 lightly.
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Brake lever pivot shaftApply lithium-soap-based g
rease lightly.
22Brake pedal pivot 
shaft
Apply lithium-soap-based g
rease lightly.
23 *Cylinder head and 
exhaust system
Check for leakage.Tighten if necessary.Decarbonize if necessary.
24 *Spark arresterClean. NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBINITIAL THEREAFTER EVERY
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hours80
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EAU19603 
Checking the spark plug  
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which is easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plug should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plug can re-
veal the condition of the engine. 
To remove the spark plug 
1. Remove the spark plug cap.
2. Remove the spark plug as shown,
with the spark plug wrench includ-
ed in the owner’s tool kit. 
To check the spark plug 
1. Check that the porcelain insulator
around the center electrode of the
spark plug is a medium-to-light tan
(the ideal color when the vehicle is
ridden normally).
TIP
 
If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be oper-
ating improperly. Do not attempt to
diagnose such problems yourself. In-
stead, have a Yamaha dealer check 
the vehicle.
2. Check the spark plug for elec-
trode erosion and excessive car-
bon or other deposits, and replaceit if necessary.  
To install the spark plug  
1. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
essary, adjust the gap to specifica-
tion.
2. Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the 
1. Spark plug cap
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1. Spark plug wrench
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Specified spark plug:  
PW80   
 
 
NGK/BPR6HS
PW80Z NGK/BP6HS
             
 
 
DENSO/W20FP 
1. Spark plug gap 
Spark plug gap:  
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
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NOTICE
 
 ECA10452 
 
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the transmission oil
also lubricates the clutch), do
not mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher. 
 
Make sure that no foreign mate- 
rial enters the transmission. 
5. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
the transmission for oil leakage. If
oil is leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the cause. 
EAU41162 
Cleaning the air filter element  
The air filter element should be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Clean the air filter element more fre-
quently if you are riding in unusually
wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
2. Pull the air filter element out.3. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter case cover, clean it
with solvent, and then squeeze the
remaining solvent out. 
Recommended transmission oil: 
See page 9-1. 
Oil change quantity: 
0.65 L (0.69 US qt, 0.57 Imp.qt) 
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
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1. Sponge material
2. Air filter case cover
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carbon deposits from the spark ar-
rester portion of the tailpipe and in-
side of the tailpipe housing.
3. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler,
and then install and tighten the bolt
to the specified torque.
TIP
 
Make sure to align the bolt hole when 
inserting the tailpipe. 
EAU39930 
Adjusting the carburetor  
The carburetor is an important part of
the engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Therefore, most car-
buretor adjustments should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and expe-
rience. The adjustment described in the
following section, however, may be ser-
viced by the owner as part of routine
maintenance.
NOTICE
 
 ECA10550 
The carburetor has been set and ex-
tensively tested at the Yamaha fac-
tory. Changing these settings
without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor perfor- 
mance of or damage to the engine. 
EAU21340 
Adjusting the engine idling 
speed  
The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The engine should be warm before
making this adjustment.
TIP
 
 
The engine is warm when it quickly
responds to the throttle. 
 
A diagnostic tachometer is needed 
to make this adjustment.
1. Attach the tachometer to the spark
plug lead.
2. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to spec-
ification by turning the throttle stop
screw. To increase the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-
rection (a). To decrease the en-
gine idling speed, turn the screw in
direction (b). 
1. Tailpipe
2. Spark arrester
3. Bolt 
Tightening torque: 
Tailpipe bolt:
7.5 Nm (0.8 m·kgf, 5.5 ft·lbf)
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