EBS20003
IMPORTANT
This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers
and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one man-
ual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles
should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles.
Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to render the vehi-
cle unsafe and unfit for use.
This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard to
performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools is necessary to ensure that the vehi-
cle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative that you
contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This policy is
intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform to federal
environmental quality objectives.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and sig-
nificantchangesin specifications orprocedureswill beforwardedto allauthorizedYamahadealers and
will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
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EBS30001
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal inju-
ry hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
