User manual YAMAHA XT225-2006

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL XT225V XT225VC LIT-11626-19-29 5RK-28199-14 EAU10041 INTRODUCTION EAU10080 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XT225V/XT225VC. 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 craftsmanship 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. [. . . ] Remove the oil filter element and O-rings. 1 NOTE: Make sure that the O-ring is properly seated. Install the engine oil strainer, compression spring, O-ring and engine oil drain bolt, and then tighten the drain bolt to the specified torque. ECA10420 2(×2) 1. Check the O-rings for damage and CAUTION: Before installing the engine oil drain bolt, do not forget to install the 6-13 CAUTION: G In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of a higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR G higher. Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase. EAU20840 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Clean the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 14. 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. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. Install the engine guard by installing the bolt. 1. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame. 2 1. Pull the air filter element out from the air filter case. 5. Clean the sponge material with solvent, and then squeeze the remaining solvent out. 6-14 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 1 2 side facing forward and with the "UP" mark pointing as shown. EAU21234 Cleaning the spark arrester The spark arrester should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 3 4 G EWA10980 6. Apply oil of the recommended type to the entire surface of the sponge material, and then squeeze the excess oil out. NOTE: The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality air filter oil 1 1. "UP" mark ECA10480 G WARNING Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components. Do not start the engine when cleaning the exhaust system. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7. Install the sponge material onto the air filter element frame, and then insert the air filter element into the air filter case. NOTE: Install the air filter element with the gray CAUTION: G Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case. G The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may become excessively worn. [. . . ] 6-3 Maintenance, periodic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Maintenance record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Model label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 T Tail/brake light bulb, replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]