YAMAHA T105 1998 Owner's Manual

EAC42301Seat
To open the seat:
1. Insert the key in the lock and turn it as
shown.
2. Lift the end of the seat up to open.
To lock the seat:
1. Replace the seat in the original posi-
tion.
2. Slightly push the end of the seat down
to lock.EUU01700NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.
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EAC50001Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the key in
the lock and turn it as shown. To lock the
helmet holder, replace the holder in its
original position.EUU72900wNever ride with a helmet in the helmet
holder. The helmet may hit objects, caus-
ing loss of control and possibly an acci-
dent.Side cover removal
Remove the screw. Then remove the side
cover by pulling outward as shown.
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1Helmet holder1Screw
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this motorcycle, check the following points:
Item Routine Page
Fuel9Check fuel level/top up as required. 24
Engine oil9Check oil level/add oil as required. 25, 41~43
9Check operation, condition and free play. Adjust if necessary.
BrakeMake sure the brankes are working properly by checking at 50~52
low speed shortly.
Throttle grip/Housing9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate/Adjust if necessary.—
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition. Adjust if necessary. 53~56
Wheels/Tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness. 26~27
Control/Meter cable9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary.—
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Brake lever pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Center and sidestand pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 57
Fittings/fasteners9Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
—
9Tighten/Adjust, if necessary.
Lights and signals9Check for proper operation.—
Switches9Check for proper operation.—
Battery9Check fluid level, top-up with distilled water if necessary. 59~61
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NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection
can be thoroughly accomplished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is
more than worth the time involved.wIf any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and re-
paired before operating the motorcycle.
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EAE80300EAE80000
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank.EUU61000wDo not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid spilling
fuel on the hot engine. Do not fill the fuel
tank above the bottom of the filler tube as
shown in the illustration or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and ex-
pands.EUU39302cCAlways wipe off spilled fuel immediately
with a dry and clean soft cloth. Fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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1. Filler tube 2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel: Regular gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
4.5 L
Reserve:
1.4 L
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EAE40104*Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified
level. Fill with oil as necessary (see page 41
for details).
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1Oil level gauge2Upper level3Lower level
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 4 (20W40) or equivalent
SAE 20W40 type SE motor oil
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.0 L
Periodic oil change:
0.8 L
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EAE96700Tires
To ensure maximum performance, long
service, and safe operation, note the fol-
lowing:
1. Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.EUU67500wTire inflation pressure should be checked
and adjusted when the temperature of the
tire equals the ambient air temperature.
Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted
according to total weight of cargo, rider,
and passenger.
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Solo rider175 kPa 200 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm
2) (2.0 kgf/cm
2)
With passenger200 kPa 225 kPa
(2.0 kgf/cm
2) (2.25 kgf/cm
2)
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2. Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operat-
ing the motorcycle. If center tread
depth reaches the limit as shown, if
the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the side wall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.wIt is dangerous to ride with a worn-out
tire. When a tire tread begins to show
lines, have a Yamaha dealer replace the
tire immediately. Brakes, tires, and related
wheel parts replacement should be left to
a Yamaha Service Technician.
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1. Tread depth 2. Side wall 3. Wear indicator
Size
FRONT
2.25-17-4PR
Size
REAR
2.50-17-4PR
Minimum tire tread depth
1.0 mm
(front and rear)
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EAF00000
OPERATION AND
IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS
EAF18800*Starting and warming up a cold engine
1. Turn the main switch to ON”.
2. Shift transmission into neutral.EUU03000NOTE:
When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light (green) should be
on. If the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it.
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N. Neutral
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3. Fully open the starter lever “1”, and
completely close the throttle grip.
4. Start the engine by pushing the starter
switch or by kicking the kick starter.EUU03401NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
starter switch, wait a few seconds, then try
again. Each attempt should be as short as
possible to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt. If the engine does not
start with the starter motor, kick the kick
starter to start the engine.5. After starting the engine, move the
starter lever to warmming up position
(about halfway).
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