brake YAMAHA TRICITY 2017 User Guide

For your safety – pre-operation checks
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4
EAU63440
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating 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 accident or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find
any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided
in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by 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.3-12,
3-14
Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-11
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified
level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.6-12
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.6-21,
6-22
Rear 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.6-21,
6-22
Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip
free play and lubricate cable and grip housing.6-16,
6-24
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Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Wheels and tires•Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.6-17,
6-19
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-25
Centerstand, side-
stand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-25
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights,
signals and switches• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer
check vehicle.3-18 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Operation and important riding points
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53. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few sec-
onds, 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.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Starting off
1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand,
push the vehicle off the center-
stand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.
1. Grab bar
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Operation and important riding points
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Acceleration and deceleration
The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase
the speed, turn the throttle grip in di-
rection (a). To reduce the speed, turn
the throttle grip in direction (b).
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Braking
WARNING
EWA17790
zAvoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the vehicle
may skid or overturn.
zRailroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
zKeep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
zRide slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
(b)
(a)
ZAUM0199
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition
possible. Safety is an obligation of the
vehicle owner/operator. The most im-
portant points of vehicle inspection,
adjustment, and lubrication are ex-
plained on the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance charts should be simply
considered as a general guide under
normal riding conditions. However, de-
pending on the weather, terrain, geo-
graphical location, and individual use,
the maintenance intervals may need to
be shortened.
WARNING
EWA10322
Failure to properly maintain the vehi-
cle or performing maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while using the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform
service.
WARNING
EWA15123
Turn off the engine when performing
maintenance unless otherwise
specified.
zA running engine has moving
parts that can catch on body
parts or clothing and electrical
parts that can cause shocks or
fires.
zRunning the engine while ser-
vicing can lead to eye injury,
burns, fire, or carbon monoxide
poisoning – possibly leading todeath. See page 1-2 for more in-
formation about carbon monox-
ide.
WARNING
EWA15461
Brake discs, calipers, drums, and
linings can become very hot during
use. To avoid possible burns, let
brake components cool before
touching them.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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General maintenance and lubrication chart
NO. ITEM
1*Diagnostic system
check• Perform dynamic inspection
using Yamaha diagnostic tool.
• Check the error codes.√√√√√√
2 Air filter element• Replace. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
3Air filter case
check hose• Clean.√√√√√
4*V-belt case air fil-
ter element• Clean.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√√
5*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level,
and for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if neces-
sary.√√√√√√
6*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level,
and for fluid leakage.
• Check brake lever free play,
and adjust if necessary.
• Replace brake pads if neces-
sary.√√√√√√
7*Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
8*Brake fluid• Change. Every 2 years
9*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√
• Balance the front wheels.Whenever the tires or wheels
have been changed or re-
placed.
10*Tires• Check tread depth and for
damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.√√√√√
11*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√X 1000 km CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER
READING
ANNUAL CHECK
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12*Steering system• Check bearing play and steer-
ing for roughness.
• Check steering tie rod, and re-
place if necessary.√√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
13*Leaning system• Check bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√√
14*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly tight-
ened.√√√√√
15Front and rear
brake lever pivot
shaft• Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
16*Unified brake sys-
tem• Lubricate link pivots and mov-
ing parts with silicone grease.
• Lubricate cable end with lithi-
um-soap-based grease.√√√√
17Sidestand, center-
stand• Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.√√√√√
18*Sidestand switch• Check operation and replace if
necessary.√√√√√√
19*Front fork• Check operation and for oil
leakage.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√
20*Shock absorber
assemblies• Check operation and for oil
leakage.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√
21 Engine oil• Change (warm engine before
draining).
• Check oil level and vehicle for
oil leakage.√√√√√√
22
*Engine oil strainer• Clean.√√√
23*Cooling system• Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
• Change. Every 3 years NO. ITEM
X 1000 km CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 miODOMETER
READING
ANNUAL CHECK
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zEngine air filter and V-belt air filters
• This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated pa-
per element, which must not be cleaned with compressed air to avoid
damaging it.
• The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V-belt air filter
elements need to be serviced more frequently when riding in unusually wet
or dusty areas.
zHydraulic brake service
• After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always
change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reser-
voirs as required.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cyl-
inders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
24*Final transmission
oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√√√√
• Change.√Every 12000 km (7200 mi)
25*V-belt• Replace. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
26*Front and rear
brake switches• Check operation.√√√√√√
27*Moving parts and
cables• Lubricate.√√√√√
28*Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable• Check operation and free play.
• Adjust the throttle cable free
play if necessary.
• Lubricate the throttle grip hous-
ing and cable.√√√√√
29*Lights, signals and
switches• Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√√ NO. ITEM
X 1000 km CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER
READING
ANNUAL CHECK
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WARNING
EWA10512
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.
TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472
zHave a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
decreases riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
zThe replacement of all wheel
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience to do so.
zRide at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be “broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and rubber tire air valves.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
1 person:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
2 persons:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Maximum load*:
167 kg (368 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Checking the front brake lever
free play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14212
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of
air in the hydraulic system. If there is
air in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the
braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
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Checking the rear brake lever
free play
Measure the rear brake lever free play
as shown. Periodically check the brake
lever free play and, if the free play is 20
mm (0.79 in) or more, have a Yamaha
dealer check and adjust the brake sys-
tem.
WARNING
EWA10642
An incorrect brake lever free play in-
dicates a hazardous condition in the
brake system. Do not operate the
vehicle until the brake system has
been checked or repaired by a
Yamaha dealer.
1. No brake lever free play
1
1. Rear brake lever free play
1
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