User manual YAMAHA VIRAGO 1100-1999

[. . . ] 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 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] · Moderately repack. See page 8-1. ­ Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type "SE" motor oil 2 * Oil filter element 3 * Air filter element 4 * Brake system ­ Every 300 mi (500 km) 6 5 * Clutch 6 7 Drive chain Control and meter cable ­ SAE 30W-50W motor oil Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or engine oil SAE 10W-30 Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) ­ Check 8 * Swingarm pivot shaft 9 10 Brake and clutch lever · Apply chain lube lightly. pivot shaft Brake and shift pedal shaft · Lubricate. · Check operation and leakage. 11 * Sidestand pivot 12 * Front fork 6-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR No. ITEM ROUTINE TYPE INITIAL 600 mi (1, 000km) or 1 month 4, 000 mi (6, 000km) or 6 months ODOMETER READINGS 7, 000 mi 10, 000 mi (11, 000km) (16, 000km) or or 12 months 18 months 13, 000 mi (21, 000km) or 24 months 13 * Steering bearings · Check bearings assembly for looseness. · Moderately repack every 10, 000 mi (16, 000 km) or 18 months. · Check bearings for smooth rotation. · Check specific gravity and breather pipe for proper operation. · Check and clean or replace if necessary. Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) Repack. 14 * Wheel bearings 15 Battery ­ ­ ­ EAU03906 16 * Sidestand switch * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. NOTE: From 16, 000 mi (26, 000 km) or 30 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4, 000 mi (6, 000 km) or 6 months. _ _ 6 EAU03057 NOTE: q The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. q Hydraulic brake system · When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level regularly and fill as required. Canister Engine oil and oil filter element The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter element replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Place the motorcycle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. NOTE: Make sure that the motorcycle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. @ @ 6-8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles, and then check the oil level through the check window located at the bottom-right side of the crankcase. NOTE: The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. @ @ To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter element replacement) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. [. . . ] Cover the muffler outlets with plastic bags to prevent moisture from entering them. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a month. Do not store the battery in an excessively cold or warm place [(less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30 °C (60 °F)]. For more information on storing the battery, see page 6-31. [. . . ]