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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TTR230X. 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.
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold. Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle...
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IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T T T T ANT ANT MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL INFORMA INFORMA INFORMA INFORMATION TION TION TION IMPOR IMPOR MANUAL INFORMA TION PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOT PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOT AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS”...
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION AFFIX DEALER LABEL HERE TTR230X OWNER’S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda. 1st edition, May 2007 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda.
T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA INFORMA INFORMA INFORMA INFORMATION TION TION TION TION ....................1-1 OPERA OPERA OPERA...
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CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMATION TION TION ........9-1 Identification numbers ..... 9-1 Motorcycle noise regulation ..... 9-2 Maintenance record ......9-3 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY ....9-4 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ......... 9-6...
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SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA SAFETY INFORMA INFORMA INFORMATION TION TION TION SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA TION MACHINES ARE SINGLE TRACK Safe riding Safe riding Safe riding Safe riding Safe riding angle for the speed). Never travel VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND Always make pre-operation faster than warranted...
Genuine Yamaha accessories have protective clothing that covers your Loading been specifically designed for use on legs, ankles, and feet. The total weight of the operator, this machine. Since Yamaha cannot test Modifications Modifications Modifications Modifications Modifications accessories and cargo must not exceed...
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SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA SAFETY INFORMA INFORMA INFORMATION TION TION TION SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA TION does not in any way reduce ground accessories leaving the machine unattended clearance or cornering clearance, recommended. and remove the key from the main limit suspension travel, steering Use caution when adding electrical switch.
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY INFORMA INFORMA INFORMA INFORMA INFORMATION TION TION TION TION see your doctor immediately. If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash the 1 1 1 1 1 affected area with soap and water and change your clothes.
SAFETY INFORMATION Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Riding as a passenger can cause the vehicle to go out of control. Loss of control can cause a collision or rollover, which can result in severe injury or death. NEVER ride as a passenger. 3XJ-2151H-A1 TIRE INFORMATION Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows.
INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Main switch Main switch Main switch Handlebar switches Handlebar switches Handlebar switches Main switch Main switch Handlebar switches Handlebar switches Engine stop switch “...
INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS Clutch lever Clutch lever Clutch lever Clutch lever Clutch lever Shift pedal Shift pedal Brake lever Brake lever Brake lever Shift pedal Shift pedal Shift pedal...
INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Brake pedal Brake pedal Brake pedal Fuel tank cap Fuel tank cap Fuel tank cap Fuel Fuel Fuel Brake pedal Brake pedal Fuel tank cap Fuel tank cap...
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AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with...
INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Fuel tank breather hose Fuel tank breather hose Fuel tank breather hose Fuel cock Fuel cock Fuel cock Fuel tank breather hose Fuel tank breather hose Fuel cock Fuel cock...
INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS Starter (choke) knob “ Starter (choke) knob “ Starter (choke) knob “ ” ” ” ” ” Seat Seat Seat Starter (choke) knob “...
70 Nm (7.0 m.kgf, 51 ft.lbf) Always have a Y Always have a Y Always have a Y Always have a Y Always have a Yamaha dealer amaha dealer amaha dealer amaha dealer amaha dealer l l l l l...
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INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL AND CONTROL AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3 3 3 3 3...
Engine oil Engine oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. 6-19 ~ 6-21 • Check brake pads for wear.
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Throttle grip Throttle grip Throttle grip Throttle grip Throttle grip • Check cable free play. 6-14 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and 6-23 • grip housing. Control cables Control cables Control cables...
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PRE-OPERA PRE-OPERA PRE-OPERA PRE-OPERA PRE-OPERATION CHECKS TION CHECKS TION CHECKS TION CHECKS TION CHECKS Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly...
OPERA OPERA OPERATION AND IMPOR OPERA OPERA TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPORT T T T T ANT TION AND IMPOR ANT RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS Starting and warming up a Starting and warming up a Starting and warming up a Starting and warming up a...
OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERATION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPORT T T T T ANT TION AND IMPOR ANT RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS Starting a warm engine Starting a warm engine Starting a warm engine Shifting Shifting...
OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERATION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPOR TION AND IMPORT T T T T ANT TION AND IMPOR ANT RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS RIDING POINTS Parking Parking Parking Parking Parking When parking, stop the engine, push the main switch to “OFF”, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
From air intake protection. From air intake protection. From air intake Consult a Y Consult a Y Consult a Yamaha dealer before amaha dealer before amaha dealer before following pages. port of side cover also water port of side cover also water...
From 4200 mi (7000km) or 9 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 1800 mi (3000 km) or 3 months. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR General maintenance and lubrication chart General maintenance and lubrication chart General maintenance and lubrication chart General maintenance and lubrication chart General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR INITIAL EVERY 600 mi 1800 mi 3000mi ITEM ITEM ITEM CHECKS AND MAITENANCE JOBS CHECKS AND MAITENANCE JOBS CHECKS AND MAITENANCE JOBS ITEM ITEM...
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Control cables Control cables Control cables Control cables Control cables • Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil 10W-30 thoroughly. 20 * * * * * Throttle grip housing and Throttle grip housing and Throttle grip housing and...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Removing and installing the Removing and installing the Removing and installing the Removing and installing the Removing and installing the the panel needs to be removed and Panel B...
(the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally). If the spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the engine could be defective. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Engine oil and oil filter Engine oil and oil filter Engine oil and oil filter 2.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR When removing the oil drain plug, When removing the oil drain plug, When removing the oil drain plug, When removing the oil drain plug, When removing the oil drain plug, the o-ring, compression spring and...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 5. Remove the oil filter element cover T T T T T ightening torque: ightening torque: ightening torque: ightening torque: ightening torque:...
If this occurs, have will not seize. If this occurs, have will not seize. If this occurs, have will not seize. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer repair the amaha dealer repair the amaha dealer repair the amaha dealer repair the...
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Recommended oil: Recommended oil: Recommended oil: Recommended oil: Recommended oil: 7. Install the panel. Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality air filter oil 1. Wingnut 6. Install the air filter guide, air filter 2. Washer 3. Air filter element...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Cleaning the spark arrester Cleaning the spark arrester Cleaning the spark arrester Cleaning the spark arrester Cleaning the spark arrester Make sure to select a well-ventilated area free of combustible materials to...
To prevent this most carburetor adjustments should be from occurring, the valve clearance left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer necessary professional knowledge and at the intervals specified in the periodic experience.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR T T T T T ires ires ires ires ires Do not carry along loosely Do not carry along loosely Do not carry along loosely l l l l l...
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80/100-21 NHS glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall Manufacturer/model: is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer PIRELLI MT 320 H Rear tire: Rear tire: replace the tire immediately. Rear tire: Rear tire:...
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..dealer dealer dealer Apply the brake and inspect the wear indicator. If the wear indicator is almost in contact with the disc plate ask a Yamaha dealer to replace the pads. 1. Adjuster 6-19...
If the indicator reaches the to poor braking performance. 1. Lower level wear limit line, ask a Yamaha dealer to Be careful that water does not enter 6 6 6 6 6 replace the shoes.
Changing the brake fluid Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted NOTE...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REP PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR Lubricating the drive chain Lubricating the drive chain Lubricating the drive chain Lubricating the drive chain Lubricating the drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and Do not use engine oil or any other...
If a cable is the periodic maintenance chart. damaged or does not move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace Recommended lubricant: Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or engine oil SAE 10W-30 (API SE)
If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly and down smoothly, have a Y and down smoothly , have a Y , have a Y , have a Yamaha amaha amaha amaha fork compresses and rebounds and down smoothly...
, have , have , have and backward. If any free play can a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. amaha dealer check or repair it. amaha dealer check or repair it. amaha dealer check or repair it. amaha dealer check or repair it.
Storing a discharged charged. Storing a discharged charged. Storing a discharged charged. Storing a discharged charged. Storing a discharged 1. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery can cause permanent battery can cause permanent battery can cause permanent battery can cause permanent...
6-28. 5. Remove the axle nut. It is advisable to have a Y It is advisable to have a Y It is advisable to have a Yamaha amaha amaha amaha l l l l l...
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4. Make sure the rear wheer axle is parts. Imitation parts may look like inserted from the left-hand side and Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi- that the chain, pullers are installed or, have a shorter service life and can with the punched side outward.
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the battery. 4. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE Care Care Care Care Care as well as all electrical couplers and with mild detergent and water to with mild detergent and water to with mild detergent and water to with mild detergent and water to...
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE windshield. T windshield. T windshield. T windshield. T windshield. Test the product on est the product on est the product on est the product on est the product on...
(because damp cellars, stables (because b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on of the presence of ammonia) and of the presence of ammonia) and of the presence of ammonia) and...
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND ST ORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE ORAGE cold or warm place [less than 0 F) or more than 30 C (90 F)]. T T T T T o prevent damage or injury from o prevent damage or injury from o prevent damage or injury from o prevent damage or injury from...
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SPECIFICA SPECIFICA TIONS TIONS SPECIFICA SPECIFICA SPECIFICATIONS TIONS TIONS 2nd: Maximum load: Operation: 34/18 (1.889) 90.0 kg (198 lb) Right foot operation 3rd: (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Front suspension: Front suspension: Front suspension: Front suspension: Front suspension: 30/21 (1.428) accessories) Type:...
Record vehicle identification number and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Model label 1. Vehicle identification number The model label is affixed to the frame.
CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMA CONSUMER INFORMATION TION TION TION TION Motorcycle noise regulation Motorcycle noise regulation Motorcycle noise regulation Motorcycle noise regulation Motorcycle noise regulation T T T T T AMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL AMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL AMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL AMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL AMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:...
CONSUMER INFORMATION TION TION TION TION Maintenance record Maintenance record Maintenance record Maintenance record Maintenance record Have a Yamaha dealer complete this record when the motorcycle is serviced. Maintenance Maintenance Servicing dealer Servicing dealer Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Date of Date of...
CONSUMER INFORMATION YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA hereby warrants SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall All Off-Road Models that new Yamaha off-road motorcycles purchased include parts replaced due to normal wear or routine Thirty (30) months from the original purchase date.
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If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized The customer’s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance Yamaha Motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to services, no-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, bring your warrant registration card or other valid proof of the original date of oil filters, air filters, spark plugs and brake shoes.
This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted factory- Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still backed protection can be. within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts.
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Yamaha Limited Warranty expires. A special note: If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number (your frame number). We’ll be happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need.