brake YAMAHA TRICITY 2015 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23173
Lubricatin g the front an d rear
b rake leversFront brake lever
Rear brake lever
The pivoting points of the front and rear
brake levers must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
EAU23215
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
centerstan d an d si destan dThe operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
WARNING
EWA10742
If the centerstan d or si destan d d oes
not move up an d d own smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstan d or
si destan d coul d contact the groun d
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possi ble loss of control.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Silicone grease
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EAU23273
Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EAU54501
Auxiliary lightThis model is equipped with LED-type
auxiliary lights.
If an auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24182
Tail/b rake li ghtThis model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU61170
Turn si gnal li ght bul bIf a turn signal light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check its electri-
cal circuit or replace the bulb.
1. Auxiliary light
1
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VEHICLE CARE AND STORAGE
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7off any d
etergent 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 using cloths or
spon ges which have been 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 seepa ge an d
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 lig hts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For vehicles equipped with a
win dshield : Do not use strong
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g
or
scrat c

hing . Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shield
. Test the pro duct on a
small hidden part of the win d-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shield is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washin g.
NOTICE
ECAU0061
Use care when cleanin g the ra diator.
Hi gh-pressure washers may dam-
a g e the ra diator fins. Do not spray
the ra diator fins at an an gle, an d al-
ways keep the nozzle at least 50 cm
(20 in) away from the spins when
sprayin g.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, or
on 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 vehicle with cold water
and a mild detergent after the en-
gine has cooled down. NOTICE:
Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive 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
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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
windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
After cleanin
g
1. Dry the vehicle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. 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.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt. 5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the vehicle dry completely be- fore storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA17830
Contaminants on the b rakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the b rakes 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 operatin g the vehicle
test its brakin g performance
an d cornerin g b ehavior.NOTICE
ECAU0022
 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 parts, plastic parts or
hea dlig ht, tailli ght and meter
lenses, but treat them with a
suita ble care pro duct.
 Avoi d using abrasive 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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SPECIFICATIONS
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Trail:68 mm (2.7 in)
Track: 385 mm (15.2 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 90/80-14M/C 43P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/M6231Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
110/90-12 64P
Manufacturer/model: CHENG SHIN/M6232Loa din g:Maximum load:
169 kg (373 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
Rear: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 14M/C x MT2.15
Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
12 x MT2.15Unifie d b rake system:Operation:
Activated by rear brakeFront brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 90 mm (3.5 in)Rear suspension:Type:Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper Wheel travel:
89 mm (3.5 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ7V
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 6.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
Meter lighting: LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-10
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements ............................................. 6-14
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-19
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever, front .................................... 3-9
Brake lever, rear...................................... 3-9
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-23
Braking.................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-22
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................... 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-3DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil strainer...................... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-12
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20 Front brake lever free play,
checking............................................. 6-19
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-24
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-17
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2KKeyhole shutter ...................................... 3-2LLeaning system, checking .................... 6-26
Luggage hook ...................................... 3-16MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ................................................ 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations ......................................... 2-1 Passenger footrest ................................3-14
RRear brake lever free play, checking.....6-19SSafe-riding points....................................1-5
Safety information ...................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-14
Self-diagnosis device..............................3-4
Sidestand ..............................................3-16
Spark plug, checking ..............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch .............................................3-9
Steering, checking ................................6-25
Steering tie rod, checking .....................6-25
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartment ...........................3-15TTail/brake light ......................................6-30
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ....................6-22
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-16
Tires ......................................................6-17
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-31
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-32
Turn signal indicator lights ......................3-2
Turn signal light bulb.............................6-30
Turn signal switch ...................................3-9VValve clearance .....................................6-16
Vehicle identification number ..................9-1
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