YAMAHA XT660Z 2010 Owners Manual

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XT660Z
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XT660Z Ténéré, you are benefiting from Yamaha's vast experience and newest technology regarding
the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XT660Z Ténéré. The Owner's
Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have
any further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
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TIP
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTICE
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XT660Z
OWNER'S MANUAL
©2010 by Yamaha Motor España S.A. 1
stedition, May 2010
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor España S.A.is expressly prohibited. Printed in Spain.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS...1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................2-1
Be a Responsible Owner ..................2-1
Safe riding .........................................2-1
Protective apparel .............................2-2
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ...2-2
Loading .............................................2-3
Genuine Yamaha Accessories ..........2-3
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications .......................2-4
Aftermarket Tires and Rims ..............2-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................3-1
Left view ............................................3-1
Right view .........................................3-2
Controls and instruments ..................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................4-1
Immobilizer system ...........................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................4-2
Indicator and warning lights ..............4-3
Multi-function display ........................4-5
Tachometer .......................................4-6
Tripmeter and tachometer modes .....4-6
Clock mode .......................................4-7
Fuel meter .........................................4-7
Self-diagnosis devices ......................4-7Handlebar switches ...........................4-9
Clutch lever .....................................4-10
Shift pedal .......................................4-10
Brake lever ......................................4-11
Brake pedal .....................................4-11
Fuel tank cap ..................................4-11
Fuel .................................................4-12
Fuel tank breather hose ..................4-13
Catalytic converter ..........................4-13
Seat .................................................4-14
Adjusting the front fork ....................4-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ..................................4-16
Sidestand ........................................4-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..........4-17
FOR YOUR SAFETY -
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............5-1
Pre-operation check list ....................5-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS..................................6-1
Starting the engine............................6-1
Shifting ..............................................6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...6-3
Engine break-in .................................6-3
Parking ..............................................6-4PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT.....................................7-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system.......7-2
General maintenance
and lubrication chart ..................7-3
Removing and installing
the cowling and panels ..............7-8
Checking the spark plug ...................7-8
Engine oil and oil filter element.........7-9
Coolant ............................................7-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose ...7-14
Checking the engine idling speed ...7-15
Checking the throttle cable
free play ...................................7-16
Valve clearance ...............................7-16
Tires ................................................7-16
Spoke wheels..................................7-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play...7-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ...............................7-21
Checking the brake fluid level .........7-22
Changing the brake fluid .................7-23
Drive chain slack .............................7-23
Cleaning and lubricating
the drive chain ..........................7-25
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Checking and lubricating the cables .................................7-25
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ........7-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ......................7-26
Lubricating the brake pedal ............7-27
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............................7-27
Lubricating the rear suspension......7-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .....7-28
Checking the front fork....................7-28
Checking the steering .....................7-29
Checking the wheel bearings..........7-29
Battery .............................................7-30
Replacing the fuses ........................7-31
Replacing a headlight bulb .............7-33
Replacing a turn signal light bulb....7-34
Replacing the license plate light bulb ...................................7-35
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb .....7-35
Supporting the motorcycle ..............7-36
Front wheel .....................................7-36
Rear wheel ......................................7-38
Troubleshooting ..............................7-39
Troubleshooting charts....................7-40 MOTORCYCLE CARE
AND STORAGE
...................................8-1
Care ..................................................8-1
Storage .............................................8-3
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............10-1
Identification numbers .....................10-1
Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) ............................10-2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement
label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle's owner, you are re-
sponsible for the safe and proper op-
eration of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements be-
fore riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
●Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all as-
pects of motorcycle operation.
●Observe the warnings and main-
tenance requirements in this
Owner's Manual.
●Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
●Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner's
Manual and/or when made nec-
essary by mechanical conditions.
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Safe riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it is
in safe operating condition. Failure to in-
spect or maintain the vehicle properly in-
creases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage. See page 5-2 for a
list of pre-operation checks.
●This motorcycle is designed to carry
the operator and a passenger.
●The failure of motorists to detect and
recognize motorcycles in traffic is the
predominating cause of automo-
bile/motorcycle accidents. Many ac-
cidents have been caused by an
automobile driver who did not see
the motorcycle. Making yourself
conspicuous appears to be very
effective in reducing the chance
of this type of accident.
Therefore:
Wear a brightly colored jacket.
Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur. Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist's blind spot.
●Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent motorcycle license.
Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified
operators.
Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until
you have become thoroughly
familiar with the motorcycle and
all of its controls.
●Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
due to excessive speed or under-
cornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed).
Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
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