mirror controls YAMAHA FZ8 S 2010 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-3
Controls and instruments ............... 2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-11
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-13
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-17
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-17
Seats ............................................ 3-18
Storage compartment .................. 3-19
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-20
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-20
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-22 Luggage strap holders .................. 3-24
Sidestand ...................................... 3-24
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-25
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing the cowling and panels ...................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-11
Coolant.......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 6-18 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-19
Valve clearance............................. 6-19
Tires .............................................. 6-20
Cast wheels .................................. 6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-22
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-23
Brake light switches ..................... 6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-25
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-26
Drive chain slack........................... 6-27
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain.......................................... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-30
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-31
Checking the front fork ................. 6-31
Checking the steering................... 6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-33
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