User manual YAMAHA R5

[. . . ] 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. So, remember to put safety first! IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION!WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle. [. . . ] Regularly check the brake and clutch fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required. · Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders and clutch release cylinder every two years. · Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged. _ _ 6 6-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 1. Cowling A EAU03516 Removing and installing the cowling and panels 6 The cowling and panels shown above need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time the cowling or a panel needs to be removed and installed. 1. Quick fastener screw (× 2) EAU04061 Cowling A To remove the cowling Remove the screws, loosen the quick fastener screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise, and then take the cowling off. To install the cowling Place the cowling in the original position, and then tighten the quick fastener screw and install the screws. Panel A To remove the panel Remove the screws and the quick fastener screws, and then take the panel off. To install the panel Place the panel in the original position, and then install the screws and the quick fastener screws. 6 6-6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 1. Screw (× 3) EAU01315 6 Panels B and C To remove one of the panels 1. Remove panel A (if removing panel B) or panel D (if removing panel C). Loosen the quick fastener screw and remove the screws, and then take the panel off. To install the panel 1. If the engine oil is below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. NOTE: Skip steps 4­6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced. _ _ 6. Install the new oil filter cartridge, and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. 6 6-10 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EC000072 EC000067 Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt: 43 Nm (4. 3 m·kgf) 8. Add the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and then install and tighten the oil filler cap. Oil quantity: Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 3. 8 L With oil filter cartridge replacement: 4L Total amount (dry engine): 4. 9 L _ CAUTION: q In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives with the oil or use oils of a higher grade than "CD". In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or higher. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. CAUTION: If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on, immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. _ _ 10. [. . . ] Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground. Alternatively, turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot. Cover the muffler outlets with plastic bags to prevent moisture from entering them. Do not store the battery in an excessively cold or warm place (less than 0 °C or more than 30 °C). [. . . ]