YAMAHA TW200 2008 Owner's Guide

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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CAUTION:

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Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.

Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid damag-
ing the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Turn the starter (choke) off as
soon as possible.

Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.

Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.

Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
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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 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). 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.
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0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle.
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
throttle.
1600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.

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CAUTION:

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After 1000 km (600 mi) of opera-
tion, the engine oil must be
changed, the oil filter element
and the oil strainer cleaned.

If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, and then
turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
WARNING

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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 vehicle
may overturn.

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Safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe-
riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri-
cation 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.
WARNING

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If you are not familiar with mainte-
nance work, have a Yamaha dealer
do it for you.
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Owner’s tool kit
The owner’s tool kit is located behind
panel B. (See page 6-5.)
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.
WARNING

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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
NOTE:


The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.

From 30,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6,000 km.

Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
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1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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Fuel line


Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
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Spark plug


Check condition.

Clean and regap.
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Replace.
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Valves


Check valve clearance.

Adjust.
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Air filter element


Clean.
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Replace.
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Battery


Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.

Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
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Clutch


Check operation.

Adjust.
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Front brake


Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leak-
age. (See NOTE following this chart.)
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Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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Rear brake

Check operation and adjust brake pedal free play.
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Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
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Brake hose

Check for cracks or damage.
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Replace. (See NOTE following this chart.) Every 4 years

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Wheels

Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.

Tighten spokes if necessary.
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Tires

Check tread depth and for damage.

Replace if necessary.

Check air pressure.

Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings

Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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Swingarm

Check operation and for excessive play.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
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Drive chain

Check chain slack.

Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.

Clean and lubricate.Every 500 km and after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain
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Steering bearings

Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
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Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
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Sidestand

Check operation.

Lubricate.
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Sidestand switch

Check operation.
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Front fork

Check operation and for oil leakage.
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Shock absorber assem-
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Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
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Carburetor

Check starter (choke) operation.

Adjust engine idling speed.
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Engine oil

Change.

Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
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Engine oil filter element

Clean.
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Engine oil strainer

Clean.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×
1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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NOTE:


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

Hydraulic brake service

Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.

Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the brake fluid.

Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation.
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Moving parts and cables

Lubricate.
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Throttle grip housing
and cable

Check operation and free play.

Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.

Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
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Lights, signals and
switches

Check operation.

Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×
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ANNUAL
CHECK
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Removing and installing the
cowling and panels
The cowling and panels shown above
need to be removed to perform some ofthe maintenance jobs described in this
chapter. Refer to this section each time
the cowling or a panel needs to be re-
moved and installed.
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Cowling A
To remove the cowling
Remove the screw, and then pull the
cowling off as shown.
To install the cowlingPlace the cowling in the original posi-
tion, and then install the screw.

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Panel A
To remove the panel
Remove the screws, and then pull the
panel out at the area shown.To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.
Panel B
To remove the panelPull the panel off as shown.

1. Cowling A
2. Panel A
1. Panel B
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1. Screw
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1. Panel A
2. Screw
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To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position.

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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).
NOTE:

If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be defec-
tive. Do not attempt to diagnose such
problems yourself. Instead, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
2. Check the spark plug for electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, and replace it if
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1. Spark plug cap
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1. Spark plug wrench
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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 thespark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
NOTE:

If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
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Engine oil and oil filter
element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment cleaned at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:

Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the Specified spark plug:
NGK/DR8EA
DENSO/X24ESR-U
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
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Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf,
12.5 ft·lbf)

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crankcase.
NOTE:

The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element cleaning)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engineto collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.
CAUTION:

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When removing the engine oil drain
bolt, the O-ring, compression
spring, and oil strainer will fall out.
Take care not to lose these parts.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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1. Engine oil filler cap
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1. Engine oil drain bolt
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