height YAMAHA TRACER 900 GT 2018 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-3
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-5
Cruise control system..................... 3-8
Display .......................................... 3-11
MENU screen ............................... 3-15
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-25
Clutch lever .................................. 3-25
Shift pedal .................................... 3-26
Quick shift system ........................ 3-26
Brake lever.................................... 3-26
Brake pedal .................................. 3-27
ABS .............................................. 3-27
Traction control system ................ 3-28
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-30
Fuel ............................................... 3-31
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 3-33
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-33
Seats ............................................ 3-34
Adjusting the rider seat height...... 3-35
Helmet holder ............................... 3-37 Storage compartment ................... 3-38
Windshield ................................... 3-38
Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 3-38
Handlebar position ....................... 3-39
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-39
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-41
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 3-43
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-44
Sidestand ...................................... 3-44
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-45
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
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
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Tool kit ............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3 General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-5
Removing and installing the panel............................................ 6-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister ........................................ 6-11
Engine oil ...................................... 6-11
Coolant ......................................... 6-13
Air filter element ............................ 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-19
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 6-19
Brake light switches ..................... 6-20
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
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3. Install the passenger seat.
TIPMake sure that the seats are prop-
erly secured before riding.
 The rider seat height can be ad-
justed to change the riding posi-
tion. (See the following section.)
EAU63050
Adjustin g the ri der seat hei ghtThe rider seat height can be adjusted
to one of two positions to suit the rid-
er’s preference.
The rider seat height was adjusted to
the lower position at delivery.
To chan ge the ri der seat hei ght to
the hi gh position
1. Remove the passenger seat and rider seat. (See page 3-34.)
2. Remove the rider seat height posi- tion adjuster by pulling it upward. 3. Install the rider seat height posi-
tion adjuster by inserting the front
projections into the grommets.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
2 1
1. Low position
2. High position
2
1
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
2. Projection
3. Grommet
1
1
2
3
3
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4. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into seat holder B as
shown.
5. Align the projection on the bottom of the rider seat with the “H” posi-
tion slot, and then push the rear of
the seat down to lock it in place as
shown. 6. Install the passenger seat.
To chan ge the ri der seat hei ght to
the low position 1. Remove the passenger seat and rider seat. (See page 3-34.)
2. Remove the rider seat height posi- tion adjuster by pulling it upward.
3. Install the rider seat height posi- tion adjuster by inserting the rear
projections into the grommets. 4. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into seat holder A as
shown.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder B (for high position)
2 1
2
1. Projection
2. “H” position slot
1
2
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
2. Projection
3. Grommet
1. Projection
2. Seat holder A (for low position)
1
2
3
3
2 1
2
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EAU62550
Stora ge compartmentThe storage compartment is located
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-34.)
When storing documents or other
items in the storage compartment, be
sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so
that they will not get wet. When wash-
ing the vehicle, be careful not to let any
water enter the storage compartment.
WARNING
EWA15401
Do not exceed the maximum loa d of
179 k g (395 l b) for the vehicle.
EAU83932
Win dshiel d This model is equipped with an adjust-
able windshield.
To change the position of the wind-
shield, lift up the windshield lock lever
and slide the windshield up or down.
Release the lock lever when finished.TIPMake sure the windshield and lock le-
ver are properly secured before riding.
EAU39612
A djustin g the hea dlig ht beamsThe headlight beam adjusting knobs
are used to raise or lower the height of
the headlight beams. It may be neces-
sary to adjust the headlight beams to
increase visibility and help prevent
blinding oncoming drivers when carry-
ing more or less load than usual. Obey
local laws and regulations when ad-
justing the headlights.
To raise the headlight beams, turn the
knobs in direction (a). To lower the
headlight beams, turn the knobs in di-
rection (b).
1. Storage compartment
1
1. Windshield lock lever
2. Windshield
1 2
1. Headlight beam adjusting knob
(a)
(b)
1
(b)
(a)
1
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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:
215 kg (474 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:B1J1 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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IndexAABS ....................................................... 3-27
ABS warning light ................................... 3-6
Air filter element .................................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-44
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-43
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 ............................................ 3-26
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-20
Brake pedal........................................... 3-27
Brake/tail light ....................................... 6-33CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister................................................. 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-33
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-27
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-25
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Cruise control indicator lights ................. 3-5
Cruise control switches .......................... 3-4
Cruise control system ............................. 3-8
DData recording, vehicle .......................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer/Pass switch .............................. 3-4
Display, main screen ............................ 3-11
Display, menu screen ........................... 3-15
D-mode (drive mode) ........................... 3-25
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
Drive mode switch.................................. 3-4EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-15
Engine oil .............................................. 6-11
Engine oil and Coolant warning light ...... 3-7
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-39
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel ....................................................... 3-31
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-30
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-33
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-39
Handlebar switches ................................ 3-3
Hazard switch......................................... 3-4
Headlight beams, adjusting.................. 3-38
Headlights ............................................ 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-37
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-5 Horn switch .............................................3-4
IIdentification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...............3-45
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indi
cator light ..........3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ..........3-5LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........6-34MMain switch/steering lock .......................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....6-5
Maintenance, emission control system ..................................................6-3
Matte color, caution ................................7-1
Model label .............................................9-1NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-5PPanel, removing and installing ................6-9
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1QQuick shift system ................................3-26RRider seat height, adjusting ..................3-35SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-34
Shift indicator light ..................................3-6
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-26
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-41
Sidestand ..............................................3-44
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