wheel YAMAHA SR400 2014 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 3-2
Speedometer unit ............................ 3-3
Tachometer ..................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ......................... 3-4
Clutch lever...................................... 3-5
Shift pedal....... ............................. .... 3-6
Brake lever ...................................... 3-6
Brake pedal ..................................... 3-6
Fuel tank cap ................................... 3-7
Fuel.................................................. 3-7
Fuel tank breather/o verflow hose .... 3-9
Catalytic converter ........................... 3-9
Fuel cock ....................................... 3-10
Kickstarter....... ............................. .. 3-10
Decompression lever ... .................. 3-11
Seat ............................................... 3-11
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ................................. 3-12
Sidestand....................................... 3-12
Ignition circuit cut-of f system ......... 3-13 FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Starting trouble ................................ 5-2
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 panel ............................................ 6-7
Checking the spark plug.................. 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter element ....... 6-9
Replacing the air filter element...... 6-12
Checking the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-13
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-13
Valve clearance............................. 6-13
Tires .............................................. 6-14 Spoke wheels ................................ 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................. 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever free play ............................................. 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal height and free play............................... 6-18
Checking the shift pedal ................ 6-19
Brake light switches ....................... 6-19
Checking the front brake pads and rear brake shoes ................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ........ 6-20
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-21
Drive chain slack............................ 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ........................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ......................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal................................. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ......... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .... 6-26
Checking the front fork................... 6-27
Checking the steering .................... 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings......... 6-28
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the fuses ....................... 6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ......... 6-31
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............................................ 6-32
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ............................................ 6-33
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ............................................ 6-34
Front wheel.................................... 6-35
Rear wheel .................................... 6-37
Troubleshooting............................. 6-39
Troubleshooting chart .................... 6-40
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution .......................... 7-1
Care................................................. 7-1
Storage ............................................ 7-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............. 9-1
Identification numbers ..................... 9-1
INDEX ............................................... 10-1
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
have become thoroughly famil-
iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.

Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
due to excessive speed or under-
cornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed).
Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warrant-
ed by road and traffic conditions.
Always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.

The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
The operator should keep bothhands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot-
rests during operation to main-
tain control of the motorcycle.
The passenger should always hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped, with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.
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Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.

This motorcycle is designed for
on-road use only. It is not suitable
for off-road use.
Protective Apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcy-
cle accidents are the result of head in-
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the preven-
tion or reduction of head injuries.

Always wear an approved helmet.

Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.

The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in
preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.

Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.

Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
tem become very hot during or af-
ter operation and can cause burns.

A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be pres-
ent even if you do not see or smell any
engine exhaust. Deadly levels of car-
bon monoxide can collect rapidly and
you can quickly be overcome and un-
able to save yourself. Also, deadly lev-
els of carbon monoxide can linger for
hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
ing, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
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Check that the fuel cock (if
equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.

Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.

Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmis-
sion).

Secure the motorcycle with
tie-downs or suitable straps that
are attached to solid parts of the
motorcycle, such as the frame or
upper front fork triple clamp (and
not, for example, to rubber-mount-
ed handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.

The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the
tie-downs, if possible, so that the
motorcycle will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
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Clutch Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 6-16
Throttle grip Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check throttle grip free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust th
rottle grip free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing. 6-13, 6-24
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary. 6-24
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary. 6-22, 6-23
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 6-14, 6-16
Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary. 6-19
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary. 6-25
Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary. 6-25
Centerstand, sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary. 6-26
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches Check operation.
Correct if necessary.
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Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition
circuit cut-off system.
If system is not working correctl y, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. 3-12
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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EAU1770K
General maintenance an d lubrication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 Air filter element Replace. Every 20000 km (12500 mi)
2Clutch Check operation.
Adjust. 
3 *Timing chain Check timing chain tensioner.
Adjust if necessary. 
4 *Decompression
system Check operation.
Adjust or replace cable.

5 *Front brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.
Adjust brake lever free play. 
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
6 *Rear brake Check operation and adjust brake
pedal free play. 
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
7 *Brake hose Check for cracks or damage.
Check for correct routing and
clamping. 
Replace. Every 4 years
8 *Brake fluid Replace. Every 2 years
9 *Wheels Check runout, spoke tightness
and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary. 
10 *Tires Check tread depth and for
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 
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11 *Wheel bearings Check bearings for looseness or
damage. 
12 *Swingarm Check operation and for
excessive play. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
13 Drive chain Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly. Every 500 km (300 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
riding in wet areas
14 *Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
15 *Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened. 
16 Brake lever pivot
shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.

17 Brake pedal pivot
shaft Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease. 
18 Clutch lever pivot
shaft Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease. 
19 Sidestand,
centerstand Check operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease. 
20 *Sidestand switch Check operation. 
21 *Front fork Check operation and for oil
leakage. 
22 *Shock absorber
assemblies Check operation and shock
absorbers 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
(18000 mi) 40000 km
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This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
WARNING
EWA10462
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, whichcould lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
WARNING
EWA10572
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Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the mo-
torcycle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
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The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
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It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-quality product.
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Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be “broken
in” for it to develop its optimalcharacteristics.
Front tire:
Size:90/100-18M/C 54S
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/ME77 Front
Rear tire: Size:
110/90-18M/C 61S
Manufacturer/model: METZELER/ME77
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EAU21944
Spoke wheels
WARNING
EWA10611
The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tireson this model.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or oth-
er damage, and the spokes for
looseness or damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
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The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short- ened tire life.
EAU48291
Adjusting the cl
utch lever free
playThe clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch le-
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the clutch lever.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the clutch1. Clutch lever free play
2. Rubber cover
3. Locknut (clutch lever)
4. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
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(b)
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WARNING
EWA10681
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After adjusting the drive chain
slack or removing and installing
the rear wheel, always check the
brake pedal free play.
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If proper adjustment cannot be
obtained as described, have a
Yamaha dealer make this ad-
justment.
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After adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation ofthe brake light.
EAU44821
Checking the shift pedalThe operation of the shift pedal should
be checked before each ride. If opera-
tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
EAU22274
Brake light switchesThe brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever, should
come on just before braking takes ef-
fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake
light switch as follows, but the front
brake light switch should be adjusted
by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake light
switch in place. To make the brake light
come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (a). To make the brake light
come on later, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (b).
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
(b)
(a)
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1. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
2. Rear brake light switch
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(b)
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