fork YAMAHA FZ8 N 2013 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-5
6
11 Drive chain• Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly. Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
riding in wet areas
12 *Steerin g b earin gs • Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. √√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
13 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened. √√√√√
14 Brake lever pivot
shaft
• Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
15 Brake ped
al pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
16 Clutch lever pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
17 Shift ped
al pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
18 Si destan d • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
19 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation. √√√√√√
20 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leak-
age. √√√√
21 *Shock a
bsor ber as-
sem bly • Check operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage. √√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
( 18

000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23203
Checking an d lu bricatin g the
si destan dThe operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated
if necessary.
WARNING
EWA10732
If the sid estand d oes not move up
an d d own smoothly, have a Yamaha
d ealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the si destan d coul d contact the
g roun d an d d istract the operator, re-
sultin g in a possi ble loss of control.
EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no d anger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
Recommen ded lu bricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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6
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damage is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23284
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-39 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoi d injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no dan ger
of it fallin g over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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4. Remove the brake caliper on each
side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the brake
after the brake calipers have
b een removed , otherwise the
b rake pad s will be force d shut.
[ECA11052]
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
To install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
4. Install the brake calipers by install- ing the bolts.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs.5. Install the brake hose holders byinstalling the bolt and nut.
6. Tighten the brake caliper bolts and the brake hose holder bolts to the
specified torques.
7. Tighten the wheel axle, and then the wheel axle pinch bolt to the
specified torques.
8. Push down hard on the handlebar several times to check for proper
fork operation.
1. Brake hose holder
2. Bolt and nut
1
2
1. Brake caliper bolt
2. Brake caliper1
2
Ti ghtenin g torques:
Brake caliper bolt: 40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
Brake hose holder bolt:
6 Nm (0.6 m·kgf, 4.3 ft·lbf)
Ti ghtenin g torques:
Wheel axle: 65 Nm (6.5 m·kgf, 47 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
7off any d
etergent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoi d using cloths or
spon ges which have been in
contact with stron g or a brasive
cleanin g prod ucts, solvent or
thinner, fuel ( gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhi bitors, brake flui d,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
 Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepa ge an d
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches an d lig hts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshield : Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g
or
scrat c

hing . Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shield
. Test the pro duct on a
small hidden part of the win d-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shield is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washin g.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive
in combination with water, carry out
the following steps after each ride in
the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the corro-
sive action of the salt.
[ECA10792]
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
After cleanin g
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
2nd:2.063 (33/16)
3rd: 1.762 (37/21)
4th:
1.522 (35/23)
5th: 1.350 (27/20)
6th: 1.208 (29/24)
Chassis:Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 25.00 °
Trail:
109 mm (4.3 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT021F BBRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT021R BB
Loa din g:Maximum load:
FZ8-N 199 kg (439 lb)
FZ8-NA 194 kg (428 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Loading condition: FZ8-N 90–199 kg (198–439 lb)
FZ8-NA 90–194 kg (198–428 lb)
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding: Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50
Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
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INDEXAABS (for ABS models) ........................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-21
Brake light switches.............................. 6-22
Brake pedal........................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack................................... 6-25EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-16 Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Hazard switch....................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-35
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-25
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-39
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-24MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3 Matte color, caution ................................7-1
Model label .............................................9-1
Multi-function meter unit .........................3-8
NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-4OOil level warning light ..............................3-4PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-12SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-18
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-22
Sidestand ..............................................3-24
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-29
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-9
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-12
Steering, checking ................................6-30
Storage ...................................................7-3
Storage compartment ...........................3-19
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-39TTail/brake light bulb, replacing..............6-38
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ...........................................6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-17
Tires ......................................................6-18
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
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