2012 Yamaha Motorsports Stratoliner Deluxe Owners Manual - Page 6

TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS ...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 Left view ...3-1 Right view ...3-2 Controls and instruments...3-3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch/steering lock ...4-1 Indicator lights and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit ...4-3 Handlebar switches ...4-8 Clutch lever ...4-9 Shift pedal ...4-10 Brake lever ...4-10 Brake pedal ...4-10 Audio and navigation systems (accessory) ...4-11 Fuel tank cap ...4-16 Fuel ...4-16 Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ...4-18 Catalytic converter ...4-18 Rider seat ...4-19 Helmet holder ...4-19 Sidecases ...4-20 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...4-22 EXUP system ...4-24 Sidestand ...4-24 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...4-25 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...6-1 Starting the engine ...6-1 Shifting ...6-2 Engine break-in ...6-3 Parking ...6-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ...7-1 Owner's tool kit ...7-2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...7-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...7-5 Checking the spark plugs ...7-9 Canister (for California only) ...7-10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...7-10 Transfer case oil ...7-13 Air filter element ...7-14 Checking the throttle grip free play ...7-14 Valve clearance ...7-14 Tires ...7-15 Cast wheels ...7-16 Clutch lever ...7-17 Checking the brake lever free play ...7-17 Brake light switches ...7-18 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...7-18 Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ...7-19 Changing the brake and clutch fluids ...7-20 Drive belt slack ...7-20 Checking and lubricating the cables ...7-21 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ...7-22 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ...7-22 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ...7-23 Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...7-23 Lubricating the rear suspension ...7-24 Checking the front fork ...7-24 Checking the steering ...7-25 Checking the wheel bearings ...7-25 Battery ...7-25 Replacing the fuses ...7-27 Replacing a headlight bulb ...7-28 Tail/brake light ...7-28