YAMAHA T135 2006 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Starter (choke) lever “” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
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Kickstarter If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, try to start it by using the
kickstarter. To start the engine, fold out
the kickstarter lever, move it down light-
ly with your foot until the gears engage,
and then push it down smoothly but
forcefully.
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Seat To open the seat
1. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:Make sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Kickstarter
1. Seat lock
2. Seat
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Helmet holders The helmet holders are located under
the seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet hold-
er
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-7.)
2. Attach a helmet to a helmet holder,
and then securely close the seat.
WARNING
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Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con-trol and possibly an accident.To release a helmet from a helmet
holder
Open the seat, remove the helmet from
the helmet holder, and then close the
seat.
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Storage compartment The storage compartment is located
under the seat. (See page 3-7.)
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the vehicle, be careful
not to let any water enter the storage
compartment.
1. Helmet holder
1. Storage compartment
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
WARNING
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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resultingin a possible loss of control.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very shorttime; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
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If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operatingthe vehicle.U5YPE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:22 PM

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-6
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9
CoolantCheck coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-11
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-20, 6-21
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-20
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-15, 6-24
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-22, 6-23
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-16, 6-18
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-25
Brake leverMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.6-25
Centerstand, sidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-25
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
BatteryCheck fluid level.
Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-28 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
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Starting and warming up a
cold engine 1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:
When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-cuit.
3. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
WARNING
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Before starting the engine, make
sure the transmission is in neutral
and that the vehicle is placed on thecenterstand.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-7.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the kick-
starter lever down.
NOTE:If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, release the switch, wait a
few seconds, and then try again. Each
starting 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, try usingthe kickstarter.CAUTION:
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The coolant temperature warning
light should come on when the key
is turned to “ON”, and then go off af-
ter a few seconds. If the coolant tem-
perature warning light comes on
after starting, immediately stop the
engine, and have a Yamaha dealercheck the electrical circuit.
6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) back halfway.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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CAUTION:
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For maximum engine life, always
warm the engine up before starting
off. Never accelerate hard when theengine is cold!
7. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.NOTE:The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter(choke) turned off.
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Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for start-
ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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Shifting Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc. When shifting gears, fully return the
throttle grip. The use of the shift pedal
is shown in the illustration.NOTE:The transmission cannot be shifted
from 4th gear to neutral when the en-gine is running.CAUTION:
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Make sure that the transmission
is completely shifted into gear.
1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Be sure to fully close the throttle
grip when shifting.


Make sure the neutral indicator
light comes on when the trans-
mission is in the neutral posi-tion.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Turn the starter (choke) off as
soon as possible.


Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.


Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.


Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
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Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1000 km (600 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
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0–150 km (0–90 mi)
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle.
After every hour of operation, stop the
engine, and then let it cool for five to ten
minutes.
Vary the engine speed from time to
time. Do not operate the engine at one
set throttle position.
150–500 km (90–300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
throttle.
Rev the engine freely through the
gears, but do not use full throttle at any
time.500–1000 km (300–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4
throttle.
1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation.
Vary the engine speed occasionally.
CAUTION:
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After 1000 km (600 mi) of opera-
tion, the engine oil must be
changed, the oil filter cartridge
or element replaced, and the oil
strainer cleaned.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-cle.
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