User manual YAMAHA ROYAL STAR SILVERADO-1998

[. . . ] If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer. The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual. IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10131 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] · Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary. · Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 6-6 20 * Shock absorber assembly Rear suspension link pivots Engine oil Engine oil filter cartridge 21 * 22 6 23 * 24 * Transfer case oil Change. Change. 25 * Front and rear brake switches Control cables 26 * 27 * Throttle grip housing and cable PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR INITIAL No. ITEM ROUTINE 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month 4000 mi (7000 km) or 6 months ODOMETER READINGS 8000 mi 12000 mi 16000 mi 20000 mi (13000 km) (19000 km) (25000 km) (31000 km) or or or or 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months 28 * Lights, signals and switches · Check operation. · Adjust headlight beam. * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. NOTE: From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. EAU38440 NOTE: G Air filter · This model's air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it. · The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. G Hydraulic brake and clutch systems · After disassembling the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders or clutch release cylinder, always change the fluid. 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 6-7 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU19642 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 maintenance and lubrication chart. Place an oil pan under the oil tank to collect the used oil. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the oil tank. 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 6 5. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. NOTE: When adding oil, be careful not to overfill the engine oil tank; the oil level rises faster starting from the half level portion on the dipstick. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. Remove engine oil drain bolts A and B to drain the oil from the crankcase. 1. Engine oil drain bolt B (crankcase) 6-10 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: Skip steps 7­9 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench. 1. Torque wrench NOTE: Make sure that the O-ring is properly seated. 1. [. . . ] 3-9, 6-16 L Labels, location of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 License plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31 Light switch (for optional lights). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 M Main switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic. . . . . 6-4 Maintenance, emission control system . . . 6-3 Maintenance, periodic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Maintenance record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Matte color, caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Model label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Multi-function meter unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 T Tail/brake light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Throttle cable free play, checking . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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