User manual YAMAHA XT225-1998

[. . . ] Printed in Brazil. III INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the YAMAHA XTZ 125K / XTZ 125E. This model is the result of Yamaha's vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. [. . . ] Consult a Yamaha dealer regarding any control or function that you do not thoroughly understand. Never start your engine or let it run for any length of time in a closed area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate your machine in an area with adequate ventilation. Before starting out, always be sure the sidestand is up. Failure to retract the sidestand completely can result in a serious accident when you try to turn a corner. Be very careful if you are carrying object while riding the motorcycle 2. Be vareful not to put any object near battery terminals. Electrical failure or acid corrosion may occur. 5-1 Starting a cold engine XTZ 125K 1. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to " ". NOTE: When the transmission is in neutral, the neutral indicator light should be on. To check if engine temperature is normal, rev the engine with the choke closed and check to see if it responds normally. CAUTION: See the "Break-in section" prior to operating the motorcycle for the first time. 5-5 Shifting The transmission lets you control the amount of power you have available at a given speed for starting, accelerating, climbing hills, etc. The use of shift pedal is shown in the illustration (page 3-6). To shift into NEUTRAL, depress the shift pedal repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel (you will feel a stop when you are in first gear), then raise the pedal slightly. CAUTION: 1. Do not coast for long periods with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle a long distance. Even with gears in neutral, the transmission is only properly lubricated when the engine is running. Inadequate lubrication may damage the transmission. Always use the clutch when changing gears. The engine, transmission, and driveline are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting and can be damaged by shifting without using the clutch. 5-6 Tips for reducing fuel consumption Your motorcycle's fuel consumption depends to a large extent on your riding style. The following tips can help reduce fuel consumption. Turn off the starter lever as soon as possible. [. . . ] Do not apply degreaser to the chain, sprockets, or wheel axles. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose, Use only enough pressure to do the job. CAUTION: Excessive hose pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings, front fork, brakes, transmission seals and electrical parts. Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin-operated car washers. [. . . ]