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CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGS /
MEASURING THE COMPRESSION PRESSURECHK
ADJ
13 Nm (1.3 m
kg, 9.4 ft
lb)
NOTE:
NOTE:
CAUTION:
8. Install:

spark plugs

ignition coils
Before installing the spark plug, clean the spark
plug and gasket surface.
9. Install:

radiator upper bolts

radiator lower bolt
Refer to “RADIATOR” in chapter 6.
10. Install:

side cowlings

bottom cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
EAS00065
MEASURING THE COMPRESSION
PRESSURE
The following procedure applies to all of the cyl-
inders.
Insufficient compression pressure will result in a
loss of performance.
1. Measure:

valve clearance
Out of specification
Adjust.
Refer to “ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEAR-
ANCE”.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Remove:

ignition coils

spark plugs
Before removing the spark plugs, use com-
pressed air to blow away any dirt accumu-
lated in the spark plug wells to prevent it
from falling into the cylinders.
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MEASURING THE COMPRESSION PRESSURE /
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVELCHK
ADJ
13 Nm (1.3 m
kg, 9.4 ft
lb)
NOTE: d. If the compression pressure is below the
minimum specification, pour a teaspoonful of
engine oil into the spark plug bore and mea-
sure again.
Refer to the following table.
Compression pressure
(with oil applied into the cylinder)
ReadingDiagnosis
Higher than
without oilPiston ring(s) wear
or damage

Repair.
Same as without
oilPiston, valves,
cylinder head
gasket or piston
possibly defective

Repair.
6. Install:

spark plug
7. Install:

ignition coils
EAS00069
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.

Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.

Make sure the motorcycle is upright.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Check:

engine oil level
The engine oil level should be between the
minimum level mark
a and maximum level
mark
b.
Below the minimum level mark
Add the
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
NOTE:Recommended oil
AT 5C (40F) or higher
A
Yamalube 4 (20W40) or
SAE 20W40 type SE motor
oil
AT 1 5C (60F) or lower
B
Yamalube 4 (10W30) or
SAE 10W30 type SE motor
oil
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
4. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
5. Check the engine oil level again.
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
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CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL /
MEASURING THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURECHK
ADJ
43 Nm (4.3 m
kg, 31 ft
lb)
CAUTION:
Oil filter cartridge
17 Nm (1.7 m
kg, 12 ft
lb)
8. Replace:

engine oil drain bolt gasket
New
9. Install:

engine oil drain bolt
(along with the new gasket)
10. Fill:

crankcase
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended engine oil)
Quantity
Total amount
3.8 L (3.35 Imp qt, 4.02 US qt)
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement
2.9 L (2.55 Imp qt, 3.07 US qt)
With oil filter cartridge
replacement
3.1 L (2.73 Imp qt, 3.28 US qt)
11. Install:

engine oil filler cap

bottom cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
12. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
EAS00077
MEASURING THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
1. Check:

engine oil level
Below the minimum level mark
a
Add the
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
When the engine is cold, the engine oil will
have a higher viscosity, causing the engine
oil pressure to increase. Therefore, be sure
to measure the engine oil pressure after
warming up the engine.
3. Remove:

bottom cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
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MEASURING THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE /
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE FREE PLAYCHK
ADJ
8 Nm (0.8 m
kg, 5.8 ft
lb)
CAUTION:
c
b
NOTE:Engine oil pressure
Possible causes
Below
ifi i
Faulty oil pump
specificationClogged oil filter
Leaking oil
passage
Broken or
damaged oil seal
Above
specificationLeaking oil
passage
Faulty oil filter
Oil viscosity too
high
7. Install:

oil gallery bolt
1
Be carful to tighten too much.
8. Install:

bottom cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
EAS00078
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE FREE
PLAY
1. Check:

clutch cable free play
a
Out of specification
Adjust.
Clutch cable free play (at the
end of the clutch lever)
10  15 mm (0.39  0.59 in)
2. Adjust:

clutch cable free play
Handlebar side
a. Turn the adjusting dial
1 in direction b or c
until the specified clutch cable free play is ob-
tained.
Direction
Clutch cable free play is
increased.
DirectionClutch cable free play is
decreased.
If the specified clutch cable free play cannot be
obtained on the handlebar side of the cable, use
the adjusting nut on the engine side.
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CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM
CHK
ADJ
EAS00104
CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM
1. Remove:

bottom cowlings

side cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
2. Check:

radiator
1

radiator inlet hose 2

radiator outlet hose 3

oil cooler 4

oil cooler inlet hose 5

oil cooler outlet hose 6

water jacket joint 7

water jacket joint inlet hose 8

water pump inlet pipe 9

water pump outlet pipe 10
Cracks / damage
Replace.
Refer to “COOLING SYSTEM” in chapter 6.
3. Install:

side cowlings

bottom cowling
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
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A
B
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE:
EAS00115
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.

Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.

Make sure the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:

brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark
a
Add the
recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
AFront brake
BRear brake

Use only the designated brake fluid. Other
brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor
brake performance.

Refill with the same type of brake fluid that
is already in the system. Mixing brake
fluids may result in a harmful chemical
reaction, leading to poor brake perfor-
mance.

When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
In order to ensure a correct reading of the brake
fluid level, make sure the top of the brake fluid
reservoir is horizontal.
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CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD /
CHECKING THE FRONT FORKCHK
ADJ
WARNING
Steering head tension
200
500 g
e. Repeat the above procedure on the opposite
handlebar.
f. If the steering head tension is out of specifi-
cation (both handlebars should be within
specification), remove the upper bracket and
loosen or tighten the upper ring nut.
g. Reinstall the upper bracket and measure the
steering head tension again as described
above.
h. Repeat the above procedure until the steer-
ing head tension is within specification.
i. Grasp the bottom of the front fork legs and
gently rock the front fork.
Binding / looseness
Adjust the steering
head.
EAS00150
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Check:

inner tube
1
Damage / scratches
Replace.

oil seal
2
Oil leakage
Replace.
3. Hold the motorcycle upright and apply the
front brake.
4. Check:

front fork operation
Push down hard on the handlebars several
times and check if the front fork rebounds
smoothly.
Rough movement
Repair.
Refer to “FRONT FORK” in chapter 4.
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CHECKING THE TIRES
CHK
ADJ
WARNING
WARNING
EAS00162
CHECKING THE TIRES
The following procedure applies to both of the
tires.
1. Check:

tire pressure
Out of specification
Regulate.

The tire pressure should only be checked
and regulated when the tire temperature
equals the ambient air temperature.

The tire pressure and the suspension must
be adjusted according to the total weight
(including cargo, rider, passenger and ac-
cessories) and the anticipated riding
speed.

Operation of an overloaded motorcycle
could cause tire damage, an accident or an
injury.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTORCYCLE.
Basic
weight
(with oil
and a full
fuel tank)
193 kg (425 lb)
194 kg (428 lb) for CAL
Maximum
load*202 kg (445 lb)
201 kg (443 lb) for CAL
Cold tire
pressureFrontRear
Up to
90 kg
load*250 kPa
(2.5 kgf / cm2,
2.5 bar,
35.6 psi)
290 kPa
(2.9 kgf / cm2,
2.9 bar,
41.3 psi)
90 kg

maximum
load*250 kPa
(2.5 kgf / cm2,
2.5 bar,
35.6 psi)
290 kPa
(2.9 kgf / cm2,
2.9 bar,
41.3 psi)
High-
speed
riding250 kPa
(2.5 kgf / cm2,
2.5 bar,
35.6 psi)
290 kPa
(2.9 kgf / cm2,
2.9 bar,
41.3 psi)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and ac-
cessories
It is dangerous to ride with a worn-out tire.
When the tire tread reaches the wear limit,
replace the tire immediately.
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES /
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS /
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND / LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSIONCHK
ADJ
WARNING
NOTE:
EAS00170
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the in-
ner and outer cables.
Damaged outer cable may cause the cable to
corrode and interfere with its movement. Re-
place damaged outer cable and inner cables
as soon as possible.
1. Check:

outer cable
Damage
Replace.
2. Check:

cable operation
Rough movement
Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
Hold the cable end upright and pour a few drops
of lubricant into the cable sheath or use a suit-
able lubricating device.
EAS00171
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the levers and pedals.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAS00172
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the sidestand.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAS00174
LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the rear suspension.
Recommended lubricant
Molybdenum-disulfide grease
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