Yamaha YFM225S 1985 User manual

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IDENTIFICATION NU MB ERS RECORD
it. KEY NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE NUMBER:
3. ENGINE NUMBER:
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Your key iclentificati_on number is stamped
on your key ~ as shown in the j;.> llowin .g
illustration . Record this number in the sp -- e-
provided fo r reference if you need a new key.
Record your vel;licle and engine numbers in
the space s provided to assist you in ordering
spare pa rt s from your Yamaha dealer or for
reference in case your vehicle is stolen. (See
page 4i

YFM225S
OWNER'S MANUAL
© 1985 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st ~#J.tion, January 1985
All rights r~served. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
pern:iission of Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.~. is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan
_P/N_ LIT -1162§.-04-83

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM225S. This model
represents the product of many years of Yamaha experience in the produc-
tion of fine sporting, touring, and pace setting racing machines. You can now
appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made
Yamaha a leader in these fields.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW MACHINE.
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE CAUTION AND WARNING LABELS
ON THE MACHINE.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding ofthe features,
operation, and basic maintenance and inspection items of this machine. A
section is provided which will describe the special techniques and skills
necessary to ride your machine. If you have any questions regarding the
operation or maintenance of your machine, P.) . ease consult a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
Some date in this manual may become out-dated due to improvements made
to this model in the future. If there is any question concerning this manual,
consult your nearby Yamaha dealer. TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS
SERVICE DIVISION
MOTORCYCLE OPERATIONS
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the
. following notations:
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier
or clearer.
WARNING :
A CAUTION indicates special procedures that must be
followed to avoid damage to the machine.
A WARNING indicates special procedures that must be
followed to avoid injury to a machine operator or person in-
specting or repairing the machine.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This machine is designed and manufactured for OFF-road use only. It is il-
legal fo operate this machine ~ n any public street, road or highway. Such
use is prohibited by law.
This machine complies with all applicable OFF-highway noise level and
spark arrester laws and regulations.
Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this
machine.