YAMAHA TRACER 900 GT 2021 Workshop Manual

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2. Install the cap.
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. See the following section.
EAU92633
Adjustin g the ri der seat hei ghtThe rider seat height can be adjusted
to one of two positions.
To chan ge to the hi gh position
1. Remove the passenger seat and rider seat.
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.
4. Remove the rubber cover.
1. Cap
1 1 1
1. Low position
2. High position
1
2
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
2. Projection
3. Grommet
1 1 1
11 1
2 2 2
2 2 2
3 3
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TIPDo not lose the rubber cover.5. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into seat holder B as
shown. 6. 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.
7. Install the passenger seat.
To chan ge to the low position
1. Remove the passenger seat and rider seat.
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. Install the rubber cover.
TIPInsert the projections in order from a to
d.
1. Rubber cover
1. Projection
2. Seat holder B (for high position)
1 1 1
2 2 2
1
2
1
2
1. Projection
2.
1 1
2
12
1. Rider seat height position adjuster
2. Projection
3. Grommet
1. Rubber cover
1 1 1
2 2
2 2
3 3
d
c
b a
1
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5. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into seat holder A as
shown.
6. Align the projection on the bottom of the rider seat with the “L” posi-
tion slot, and then push the rear of
the seat down to lock it in place as
shown. 7. Install the passenger seat.
TIPMake sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding.
EAU91560
Ri
der footrest positionThe rider footrests can be adjusted to
one of two positions. From the factory,
the footrests are in the low position.
Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the posi-
tions of the rider footrests.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder A (for low position)
1 1
2
2
1
22
1. Projection
2.
1 1
2 12
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EAU62550
Stora ge compartmentThe storage compartment is located
under the passenger seat. (See page
4-28.)
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
193 k g (425 lb ) for the vehicle.
EAU83932
Windshield 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.
EAU46833
Handle bar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one
of two positions to suit the rider’s pref-
erence. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the position of the handlebar.
1. Storage compartment
1 1 1
1. Windshield lock lever
2. Windshield
111
2
1. Handlebar
1
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EAU92782
A djustin g the front an d rear
suspensionThis model is equipped with an elec-
tronically controlled suspension damp-
ing system (KADS). See pages 3-4,
4-13 for more information on KADS
and SUS-MODE.TIPAfter any service to the rear suspen-
sion, a sensor calibration must be per-
formed via the settings MENU. See
page 4-21 for more information on
SUS. Sensor Calibration.Sprin g preloa d of the front fork
WARNING
EWA10181
Always a djust both fork le gs equally,
otherwise poor han dlin g an d loss of
sta bility may result.NOTICE
ECA27260
Use extra care to avoi d scratching
the anod ized finish when makin g
suspension a djustments.
Turn the adjusting nut in direction (a) to
increase the spring preload.
Turn the adjusting nut in direction (b) to
decrease the spring preload.
To set the spring preload, turn the ad-
juster in direction (b) until it stops, and
then count the turns in direction (a). Sprin
g preloa d of the shock a bsor b-
er assem bly
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock a bsor ber assem bly con-
tains hig hly pressurize d nitro gen
g as. Rea d an d un derstan d the fol-
lowin g information before han dlin g
the shock a bsor ber assem bly.
 Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylind er assembly.
 Do not su bject the shock a b-
sor ber assem bly to an open
flame or other hi gh heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plo de due to excessive gas
pressure.
 Do not deform or damag e the
cylin der in any way. Cylin der
d ama ge will result in poor
d ampin g performance.
 Do not dispose of a d amaged or
worn-out shock a bsor ber as-
sem bly yo
u

rself. Take the shock
a b sor ber assem bly to a Yamaha
d ealer for any service.
Turn the adjusting knob in direction (a)
to increase the spring preload.
1. Spring preload adjusting nut
Sprin g preloa d settin g:
Minimum (soft): 0 turn(s) in direction (a)
Standard: 2 turn(s) in direction (a)
Maximum (hard):
10 turn(s) in direction (a)
1 11
11
11(a) (a) (a)
(b) (b) (b)
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to decrease the spring preload.
To set the spring preload, turn the ad-
juster in direction (b) until it stops, and
then count the clicks in direction (a).
TIPWhen turning the spring preload ad-
juster in direction (b), the 0 click posi-
tion and the 1 click position may be the
same.
EAU84680
Lugga
ge strap hol dersUse the indicated strap points to se-
cure luggage ties to the vehicle.
EAU49454
Auxiliary DC jackA 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack can be used when the
main switch is on.NOTICE
ECA15432
The accessory connecte d to the
auxiliary DC jack shoul d not b e used
with the en gine turne d off, an d the
loa d must never excee d 24 W (2 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
b attery may d ischarge.To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Turn the main switch off.
2. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.
3. Turn the accessory off.
1. Spring preload adjusting knobSprin g preloa d setting :
Minimum (soft): 1 click(s) in direction (a)
Standard: 11 click(s) in direction (a)
Maximum (hard):
24 click(s) in direction (a)
(a) (a) (a)
(b) (b) (b) 1
1. Luggage strap holder
1 1 1
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1 1 1
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4. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
5. Turn the main switch on, and start the engine. (See page 6-2.)
6. Turn the accessory on.
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuitin g, make sure that the cap is
installe d when the auxiliary DC jack
is not bein g use d.
EAU70641
Auxiliary DC connectorThis vehicle is equipped with an auxil-
iary DC connector. Consult your
Yamaha dealer before installing any
accessories.
EAU15306
Si destan dThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situa-
tions. (See the following section for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ri dden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the g round
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possib le loss of control.
Yamaha’s ig nition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfillin g the respon-
si bility of raisin g the sid estand b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check
1. Auxiliary DC jack
1
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ularly and have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
EAU44905
I g nition circuit cut-off systemThis system prevents in-gear engine
starts unless the clutch lever is pulled
and the sidestand is up. Also, it will
stop the running engine should the
sidestand be lowered while the trans-
mission is in gear.
Periodically check the system via the
following procedure.TIP This check is most reliable if per-
formed with a warmed-up engine.
 See pages 4-2 and 4-3 for switch
operation information.
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With the engine turned off:
1.Place vehicle on centerstand.
2.Move the sidestand down.
3.Set engine stop switch to run position.
4.Turn main switch to on position.
5.Shift transmission into neutral.
6.Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
7. Move the sidestand up.
8. Pull the clutch lever.
9. Shift transmission into gear.
10. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
11. Move the sidestand up.
12. Pull the clutch lever.
13. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
The neutral switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The sidestand switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the
centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is found, have the vehicle
inspected before riding.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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EAU1559B
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot b e corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or damage, and check
hose connection. 4-25, 4-27
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-10
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 7-13
Front brake • Check 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 specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-19, 7-20
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