YAMAHA TRACER 900 2018 Owners Manual

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off any
deter gent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoi d usin g cloths or
spon ges which have b een in
contact with stron g or a brasive
cleanin g prod ucts, solvent or
thinner, fuel ( gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhi bitors, brake flui d,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
 Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepag e and
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches an d li ghts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshiel d: Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g or
sc

ratchin g. Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shiel
d. Test the pro duct on a
small hi dden part of the win d-
shiel d to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shiel d is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washing .
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive
in combination with water, carry out
the following steps after each ride in
the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the corro-
sive action of the salt.
[ECA10792]
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
Cleaning the windshieldAvoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a mild detergent, and then wash it off
thoroughly with water. For additional
cleaning, use Yamaha Windshield
Cleaner or another high-quality wind-
shield cleaner. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastics may leave
scratches on the windshield. Before
using such cleaners, test an area of the
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visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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EAU26183
Stora geShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the mo-
torcycle.NOTICE
ECA10811
 Storin g the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilate d room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter. 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinders, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then
place the spark plugs on the
cylinder head so that the elec-
trodes are grounded. (This will
limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-29.
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TIPMake any necessary repairs before
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2160 mm (85.0 in)
Overall width:
850 mm (33.5 in)
Overall height: 1375/1430 mm (54.1/56.3 in)
Seat height: 850/865 mm (33.5/34.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1500 mm (59.1 in)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.0 m (9.84 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
214 kg (472 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement: 847 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 59.1 mm (3.07 × 2.33 in) Compression ratio:
11.5 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
1.93 L (2.04 US qt, 1.70 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount:
2.6 L (0.69 US gal, 0.57 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:B901 00Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR9EA9
Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
1.681 (79/47)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.813 (45/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.667 (40/15)
2nd: 2.000 (38/19)
3rd: 1.619 (34/21)
4th:
1.381 (29/21)
5th: 1.190 (25/21)
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6th:1.037 (28/27)
Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle: 24.0 °
Trail: 100 mm (3.9 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D222FRear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D222Loa din g:Maximum load:
180 kg (397 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):1 person:
Front:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
2 persons: Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Hydraulic damper Wheel travel:
137 mm (5.4 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber: Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
142 mm (5.6 in)Electrical system:System voltage:12 V
Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.6 Ah (10 HR)Bul b watta ge:Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light: LED
Front turn signal light: 10.0 W
Rear turn signal light:
10.0 W
Auxiliary light: LED
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License plate light:5.0 W
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator light: LEDFuse(s):Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 7.5 A
Fog lamp fuse: 2.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 7.5 A Radiator fan motor fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 20.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
Seat (OP) fuse: 7.5 A
Plug +12V fuse:
2.0 A
Plug +12V (OP) fuse: 2.0 A
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Consumer information
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EAU53562
Id entification num bersRecord the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401
Vehicle i dentification num ber
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26442
En gine serial num ber
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
EAU26461
Mo del la bel
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
1. Model label
1
1
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The model label is affixed to the loca-
tion shown. Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Dia
gnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU74702
Vehicle data recor din gThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research and de-
velopment purposes. This data will be
uploaded only when a special Yamaha
diagnostic tool is attached to the vehi-
cle, such as when maintenance checks
or service procedures are performed.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
 Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
 Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a
third party except:  With the consent of the vehicle
owner
 Where obligated by law
 For use by Yamaha in litigation
 For general Yamaha-conducted
research purposes when the data
is not related to an individual vehi-
cle nor owner
1. Diagnostic connector
1
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IndexAABS ....................................................... 3-21
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Air filter element .................................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-36
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-39
Auxiliary lights ....................................... 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-21
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-20
Brake pedal........................................... 3-21
Brake/tail light ....................................... 6-34CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister................................................. 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-27
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-27
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-20
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-13DData recording, vehicle ........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector.............................. 9-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................. 3-19 D-mode (drive mode) ........................... 3-18
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-15
Engine oil .............................................. 6-11
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-33
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel ....................................................... 3-25
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-24
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-27
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-33
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-18
Hazard switch....................................... 3-19
Headlight beams, adjusting.................. 3-32
Headlights ............................................ 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-31
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-19IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-37
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........6-35MMain switch/steering lock .......................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....6-5
Maintenance, emission control
system ..................................................6-3
Matte color, caution ................................7-1
Menu switch..........................................3-19
Model label .............................................9-1
Multi-function meter unit .........................3-6NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-4OOil level warning light ..............................3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................6-9
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1RRider seat height, adjusting ..................3-29SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-28
Select switch.........................................3-19
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-20
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-34
Sidestand ..............................................3-36
Spark plugs, checking ..........................6-10
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-29
Stop/Run/Start switch ..........................3-19
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