spark plugs YAMAHA XT1200Z 2012 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 AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
D-mode (drive mode) ......................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-3
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-15
Handlebar switches ......................3-16
Clutch lever ...................................3-17
Shift pedal .....................................3-18
Brake lever ...................................3-18
Brake pedal ..................................3-19
ABS ..............................................3-20
Traction control system ................3-21
Fuel tank cap ................................3-22
Fuel ...............................................3-23
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................3-24
Catalytic converter ........................3-24
Rider seat .....................................3-25
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-26
Windshield ....................................3-27 Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-28
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-30
Carriers ........................................ 3-31
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-32
Sidestand ..................................... 3-32
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-33
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 3-35
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING 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
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner ’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing
cowlings ...................................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Final gear oil ................................ 6-14
Coolant ........................................ 6-15
Air filter element ........................... 6-16
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 6-17
Valve clearance ........................... 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Spoke wheels .............................. 6-20
Clutch lever .................................. 6-20
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 6-20
Brake light switches ..................... 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-26U23PE2E0.book Page 1 Monday, August 1, 2011 4:25 PM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
EAU46861
TIP

The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.


From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).


Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
EAU46910
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 *Fuel line 
Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage. √√√√√
2 *Spark plugs 
Check condition.
 Clean and regap. √√
 Replace. √√
3 *Valves 
Check valve clearance.
 Adjust. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
4 *Fuel injection sys-
tem 
Adjust synchronization. √√√√√
5 *Muffler and exhaust
pipe 
Check the screw clamp(s) for
looseness. √√√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6
EAU19652
Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4
–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA10840
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twist
it back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug: NGK/CPR8EB9
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:0.8 –0.9 mm (0.031 –0.035 in)
Tightening torque: Spark plug:13 Nm (1.3 m ·kgf, 9.4 ft ·lbf)
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6
EAU42503
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
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 pro- tect 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 electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing 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- age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
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
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-20
ABS warning light.................................... 3-7
Air filter element .................................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-15
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-35
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................ 3-18
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 6-20
Brake light switches .............................. 6-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-19CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carriers ................................................. 3-31
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-24
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-26
Clutch lever .................................. 3-17, 6-20
Coolant.................................................. 6-15
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings, removing and installing........... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-16
D-mode (drive mode) .............................. 3-1
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine stop switch................................ 3-16
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel....................................................... 3-23
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-24
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-16
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-17
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-31
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-16IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-33
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-8
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-33
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-32MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-3 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 .......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-5OOil level warning light .............................. 3-5PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-16RRider seat .............................................. 3-25
Rider seat height, adjusting................... 3-26SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-18
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-30
Sidestand .............................................. 3-32
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-10
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-16
Steering, checking................................. 6-27
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-26TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-17
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