maintenance YAMAHA BT1100 2003 Owner's Guide

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Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a sealed-
type (MF) battery, which does not require
any maintenance. There is no need to
check the electrolyte or to add distilled wa-
ter.
EC000101
Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanently
damage the battery.
EW000116WARNING0
•Electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous since it contains sulfuric
acid, which causes severe burns.
Avoid any contact with skin, eyes
or clothing and always shield your
eyes when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer the
following FIRST AID.
CAUTION:
•EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of
water.
•INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk and imme-
diately call a physician.
•EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt med-
ical attention.
•Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and provide
sufficient ventilation when charg-
ing it in an enclosed space.
•KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTERIES
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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1. Screw (x 2)
2. Storage compartment1. Positive battery terminal
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To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery
as soon as possible if it seems to have dis-
charged. Keep in mind that the battery
tends to discharge more quickly if the mo-
torcycle is equipped with optional electrical
accessories.To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then place
it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before instal-
lation.
4. After installation, make sure that the
battery leads are properly connected
to the battery terminals.EC000102
•Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
•To charge a sealed-type (MF) bat-
tery, a special (constant-voltage)
battery charger is required. Using
a conventional battery charger will
damage the battery. If you do not
have access to a sealed-type (MF)
battery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
CAUTION:
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Replacing the fuses
The fuse box is located under the seat.
(See page 3-13 for seat removal and in-
stallation procedures). If a fuse is blown,
replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “
B” (OFF) and turn
off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then in-
stall a new fuse of the specified am-
perage.
1. Screw (x 2)
2. Storage compartment
EC000103
Do not use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to avoid
causing extensive damage to the elec-
trical system and possibly a fire.
3. Turn the key to “
I” (ON) and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical system.
CAUTION:
1. Fuse box cover
2. Main fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Ignition fuse
6. Backup fuse (odometer)
7. Carburetor heater fuse
8. Spare fuse (x 4)
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Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Backup fuse
(odometer): 5 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Carburetor heater fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A

1. Screw (x 2)
2. Cowling
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Replacing the headlight and
auxiliary light bulb
This motorcycle is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb or aux-
iliary light bulb burns out, replace it as fol-
lows.
NOTE:
Skip steps 6-10 if only the headlight bulb is
being replaced. Skip steps 2-5 if only the
auxiliary light bulb is being replaced.1. Remove the headlight by removing
the screws, then tilt the cowling for-
ward.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler and
the auxiliary light leads, and then re-
move the headlight bulb cover.
3. Remove the headlight bulb holder by
turning it counterclockwise, and then
remove the defective bulb.
EW000119WARNING0
Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled down.
4. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
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1. Headlight bulb cover
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EC000105
Do not touch the glass part of the head-
light bulb to keep it free from oil, other-
wise the transparency of the glass, the
luminosity of the bulb, and the bulb life
will be adversely affected.
Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb using a
cloth moistened with alcohol or thin-
ner.
CAUTION:5. Install the headlight bulb cover, and
then connect the coupler and auxil-
iary light leads.
6. Remove the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it counterclockwise.
7. Remove the defective bulb by push-
ing it in and turning it counterclock-
wise.
8. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clockwise
until it stops.
9. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.10. Connect the auxiliary light bulb leads.
11. Tilt the cowling back to the original
position, and then install the headlight
by installing the screws.
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1. Headlight bulb holder 1. Do not touch this area 1. Auxiliary light bulb holder
2. Auxiliary light bulb

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1. Screw
2. Turn signal light len
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1. Screw (x 2)
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NOTE:
Before installing the headlight, be sure to
hook the headlight and auxiliary light bulb
leads into the guide to the left of the head-
light as shown.
12. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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Replacing a turn signal light
bulb
1. Remove the turn signal light lens by
removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by push-
ing it in and turning it counterclock-
wise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clockwise
until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw.
EC000065
Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break.
CAUTION:
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Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by re-
moving the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by push-
ing it in and turning it counterclock-
wise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clockwise
until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
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Do not overtighten the screws, other-
wise the lens may break.
CAUTION:
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1. Nut (x 2) 1. Bulb socket
2. Bulb
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1. Brake caliper (x 2)
2. Wheel axle pinch bolt
3. Wheel axle
4. Spacer (x 2)








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Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. Remove the license plate light by re-
moving the nuts.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the li-
cense plate light by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pulling
it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the bulb socket into the license
plate light.
6. Install the license plate light by in-
stalling the nuts.
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Front wheel
To remove the front wheel
EW000122WARNING0
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer
service the wheel.
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling over.
1. Mark either side of the wheel so that it
can be installed in the original running
direction.
2. Remove the brake calipers by remov-
ing the bolts.
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Do not pull the brake lever after the
brake caliper has been removed, other-
wise the brake pads will be forced shut.
3. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle.
4. Pull the wheel axle out together with
the spacers, and then remove the
wheel.
CAUTION:
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To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Install the spacers and insert the
wheel axle.
3. Lower the front wheel so that it is on
the ground.
4. Install the brake calipers by installing
the bolts.
NOTE:
Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before installing
the brake calipers onto the brake discs.5. Tighten the wheel axle, then the front
wheel axle pinch bolt, and the brake
caliper bolts to the specified torques.EAUB0017
Rear wheel
To remove the rear wheel
EW000122WARNING0
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer
service the wheel.
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling over.
1. Loosen the rear wheel axle pinch
bolt, and then remove the axle nut.
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6. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper fork
operation. Tightening torques:
Wheel axle:
75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf)
Brake caliper bolt:
42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf)
1. Wheel axle pinch bolt
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2. Remove the brake torque rod bolt
from the brake caliper bracket, and
then turn the caliper up, away from
the disc.
3. Remove the wheel axle together with
the spacers.
4. Pull the wheel to the right to separate
it from the final gear case, and then
remove it.
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Do not push the brake pedal after the
wheel has been removed together with
the brake disc, otherwise the brake
pads will be forced shut.
CAUTION:
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To install the rear wheel
1. Apply a light coating of lithium-soap-
based grease to the splines of the fi-
nal gear case and wheel hub.
2. Install the wheel by inserting the
wheel axle, then installing the axle
nut.
3. Turn the caliper down so that it fits
over the brake disc.
NOTE:
Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before installing
the brake caliper onto the brake disc.
4. Install the wheel axle pinch bolt.
5. Install the brake torque rod bolt at the
brake caliper bracket.6. Install the wheel axle pinch bolt.
7. Lower the rear wheel so that it is on
the ground.
8. Tighten the axle nut, wheel axle pinch
bolt, and brake torque rod bolt to the
specified torques.
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Tightening torques:
Axle nut:
110 Nm (11.0 m·kgf)
Wheel axle pinch bolt:
22 Nm (2.2 m·kgf)
Brake torque rod bolt:
35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf)

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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a
thorough inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during oper-
ation. Any problem in the fuel, compres-
sion, or ignition systems, for example, can
cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart repre-
sents a quick and easy procedure for
checking these vital systems yourself.However, should your motorcycle require
any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer,
whose skilled technicians have the neces-
sary tools, experience, and know-how to
service the motorcycle properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replacement
parts. Imitation parts may look like Yama-
ha parts, but they are often inferior, have a
shorter service life and can lead to expen-
sive repair bills.
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