fuel consumption YAMAHA MT-03 2012 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Safe riding .........................................1-1
Protective apparel.............................1-2
Modifications .....................................1-2
Loading and accessories ..................1-2
Gasoline and exhaust gas ................1-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ............................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments ..................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Immobilizer system...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ..............3-3
Multi-function meter unit ...................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Odometer, tripmeter modes ..............3-6
Clock mode .......................................3-7
Self-diagnosis devices......................3-7
Indicator lights brightness
control mode..............................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-8
Handlebar switches...........................3-9
Clutch lever .....................................3-10
Shift pedal.......................................3-10
Brake lever ......................................3-11Brake pedal.....................................3-11
Fuel tank cap...................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ...3-13
Catalytic converter..........................3-13
Seats ...............................................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly..................................3-16
Sidestand........................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..........3-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list ....................4-2
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 MINOR REPAIR.........................6-1
Owner’s tool kit.................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart..........................6-2
Removing and installing panels ........6-6
Checking the spark plug ...................6-6Engine oil and oil filter element.........6-8
Coolant............................................6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hoses ...6-13
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...6-14
Checking the throttle cable
free play...................................6-15
Valve clearance...............................6-15
Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels....................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play...................................6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads...............................6-20
Checking the brake fluid level .........6-21
Changing the brake fluid .................6-22
Drive chain slack .............................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables .......................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ..............6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal............6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand..................................6-27
Lubricating the side suspension .....6-27

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
ECA10260CAUTION:
●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
distances. 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 dam-
aging the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
EAU16810
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
●Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
●Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the en-
gine.
●Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traf-
fic lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16841
Engine break-in
There is never a more important peri-
od in the life of your engine than the
period between 0 and 1600 km (1000
mi). For this reason, you should read
the following 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 them-
selves to the correct operating clear-
ances. During this period, prolonged
full-throttle operation or any condition
that might result in engine overheating
must be avoided.
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INDEX
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Air filter element, cleaning the
check hoses ..................................6-13
Air filter element, replacing ..............6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...........6-34
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Battery ..............................................6-29
To access the battery....................6-29
To charge the battery....................6-30
To store the battery.......................6-31
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ...............6-26
Brake fluid ........................................6-22
Changing......................................6-22
Checking fluid level.......................6-21
Brake lever .......................................3-11
Brake pads, checking.......................6-20
Brake pedal......................................3-11
Lubricating....................................6-26
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Cables, checking and lubricating .....6-25
Care and storage...............................7-1
Cast wheels......................................6-19
Catalytic converter...........................3-13
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers.................6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal...................................6-26Checking and lubricating the
cables ...........................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand......................................6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ...................6-25
Checking the sidestand switch.........3-20
Clock mode ........................................3-7
Clutch lever ......................................3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......6-19
Consumer information........................9-1
Controls and instruments ...................2-3
Function ..........................................3-1
Coolant.............................................6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .....3-4
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Description .........................................2-1
Controls and instrument .................2-3
Left view..........................................2-1
Right view .......................................2-2
Dimmer switch....................................3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and
lubricating.....................................6-24
Drive chain slack ..............................6-23
Adjusting.......................................6-23
Checking.......................................6-23
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Engine break-in ..................................5-3
Engine idling speed, adjusting .........6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........6-8Engine oil filter element....................6-10
Engine stop switch.............................3-9
Engine trouble warning light...............3-4
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Front fork, checking.........................6-27
Front wheel......................................6-37
Installing........................................6-37
Removing......................................6-37
Fuel ..................................................3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...5-3
Fuel level warning light......................3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose.....3-13
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-11
Fuses, replacing...............................6-31
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Handlebar switches............................3-9
Dimmer switch................................3-9
Engine stop switch..........................3-9
Hazard switch ...............................3-10
Horn switch .....................................3-9
Pass switch .....................................3-9
Start switch .....................................3-9
Turn signal switch...........................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing .................6-33
High beam indicator light ...................3-4
Horn switch ........................................3-9
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Identification numbers........................9-1
Idling speed, adjusting .....................6-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system............3-19

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INDEX
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating ..............................6-25
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ....5-3
Tires .................................................6-16
Air pressure ..................................6-16
Tire information .............................6-18
Tire inspection ..............................6-17
Tool kit ................................................6-1
Troubleshooting................................6-39
Troubleshooting charts .................6-40
Engine overheating .......................6-41
Turn signal indicator light ...................3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing .......6-35
Turn signal switch..............................3-9
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Valve clearance ................................6-15
Vehicle identification number .............9-1
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Warning lights ....................................3-4
Wheel bearings, checking ................6-29
Wheels, cast.....................................6-19