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Yamaha TT-R230Y Owner's Manual

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TT-R230Y
LIT-11626-22-27
1C6-F8199-15

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  • Page 1 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. TT-R230Y LIT-11626-22-27 1C6-F8199-15...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION EAU10081 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TT-R230Y. 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.

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 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 injury 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.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAUW0710 TT-R230Y OWNER’S MANUAL © 2008 by Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda. 2nd edition, october 2008 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda. is expressly prohibited.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING Adjusting the clutch lever LABELS ........1-1 POINTS ......... 6-1 free play ........7-15 Starting and warming up a cold Checking the front brake SAFETY INFORMATION ....2-1 engine ......... 6-1 lever free play ......
  • Page 7 CONSUMER INFORMATION ... 10-1 Identification numbers ....10-1 Vehicle identification number ..10-1 Model label ........10-1 Motorcycle noise regulation ..10-2 Maintenance record ....10-3 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY ....10-4 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........10-6...

  • Page 8: Location Of Important Labels

    Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer. 1 - 1...
  • Page 9 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 - 2...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION EAU41214 Be a Responsible Owner to inspect or maintain the vehicle approaching and passing through As the vehicle’s owner, you are properly increases the possibility of an intersections, since intersections responsible for the safe and proper accident or equipment damage. See are the most likely places for operation of your motorcycle.
  • Page 11 SAFETY INFORMATION Ride cautiously in unfamiliar areas. or lacerations. Do not run engine indoors. Even if You may encounter hidden Never wear loose-fitting clothes, you try to ventilate engine exhaust obstacles that could cause an otherwise they could catch on the with fans or open windows and accident.
  • Page 12 Never install accessories that would heaviest items as close to the for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a impair the performance of your center of the vehicle as possible position to test the products that these motorcycle.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    SAFETY INFORMATION position limits the freedom of movement of the operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories are not recommended. Use caution when adding electrical accessories. electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power.

  • Page 14: Description

    DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1. Fuel cock (page 4-5) 2. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-6) 3. Air filter element (page 7-10) 4. Shift pedal (page 4-2) 3 - 1...

  • Page 15: Right View

    DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 1. Spark arrester (page 7-11) 2. Fuse (page 7-24) 3. Battery (page 7-23) 4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 4-7) 5. Engine oil filter element (page 7-7) 6. Brake pedal (page 4-3) EAU10430 3 - 2...

  • Page 16: Controls And Instruments

    DESCRIPTION Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 4-2) 2. Engine stop switch (page 4-1) 3. Ignition switch (page 4-1) 4. Start switch (page 4-1) 5. Brake lever (page 4-2) 6. Throttle grip (page 7-13) 7. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3) 3 - 3...

  • Page 17: Instrument And Control Functions

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUW0640 EAU12347 EAU12711 Ignition switch Handlebar switches Start switch “ ” Push this switch to crank the engine with Left the starter. See page 6-1 for starting in- structions prior to starting the engine. 1. Engine stop button “ ”...

  • Page 18: Clutch Lever

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU31640 EAU12870 EAU12890 Clutch lever Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever The clutch lever is located at the left The shift pedal is located on the left side The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip.

  • Page 19: Brake Pedal

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12941 Fuel tank cap Fuel Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank filler tube 1. Brake pedal 2. Fuel level 1. Fuel tank cap 2. Remove The brake pedal is on the right side of Make sure there is sufficient gasoline the motorcycle.
  • Page 20 UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: fuel expands when it heats up, mended by Yamaha because it can 8.0 L (2.11 US gal, 1.76 Imp.gal) heat from the engine or the sun can cause damage to the fuel system or...

  • Page 21: Fuel Tank Breather Hose

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13412 EAU13561 Fuel tank breather hose Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has three positions: 1. Fuel tank breather hose 1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON” Before operating the motorcycle: Check the fuel tank breather hose With the lever in this position, fuel flows...

  • Page 22: Starter (Choke) Knob

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13600 EAU13960 Seat Starter (choke) knob “ ” To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. 1. Starter (choke) knob “ ” 1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES” Starting a cold engine requires a richer This indicates reserve.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Shock Absorber Assembly

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14813 suspension, turn the adjusting Adjusting the shock nut in direction (b). absorber assembly The spring preload setting is de- This shock absorber assembly is termined by measuring distance A, equipped with a spring preload adjust- shown in the illustration.

  • Page 24: Sidestand

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU37490 EAU15391 Tightening torque: Sidestand Starting circuit cut-off system Locknut: The starting circuit cut-off system (com- 70 Nm (7.0 m.kgf, 51 ft.lbf) prising the clutch switch and the neutral switch) prevents starting when the trans- mission is in gear and the clutch lever is not pulled.
  • Page 25 With the engine turned off: 1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Turn the key to “ON”. dealer check the system before riding. 3. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.

  • Page 26: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    Engine oil • If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. 7-16 •...
  • Page 27 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 5 - 2...

  • Page 28: Operation And Important Riding Points

    In order for the starting circuit cut-off understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. before starting off. Never accel- system to enable starting, one of the EWA10271...

  • Page 29: Starting A Warm Engine

    OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16640 EAU16671 for long periods of time with the Starting a warm engine Shifting engine off, and do not tow the Follow the same procedure as for motorcycle for long distances. starting a cold engine with the exception The transmission is properly that the starter (choke) is not required lubricated only when the engine...

  • Page 30: Engine Break-In

    Do not park near grass or other during the engine break-in period, should be followed with a substantial rest flammable materials which immediately have a Yamaha dealer period for the engine. To allow the engine might catch fire. check the vehicle.

  • Page 31: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    If you are not familiar with vehicle service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. EWA15121 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 32: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.

  • Page 33: General Maintenance And Lubrification Chart

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU35348 General maintenance and lubrication chat 7 - 3...
  • Page 34 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 - 4...
  • Page 35 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18670 The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake service. Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level. Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.

  • Page 36: Removing And Installing The Panel

    Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If the spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits, it should be replaced.

  • Page 37: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Element

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAUW0611 Engine oil and oil filter element The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter element cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication 1.
  • Page 38 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 4. Remove the engine oil filler bolt and replace them if necessary. drain bolt to drain the oil from the 9. Clean the oil filter element with Skip steps 5-9 if the oil filter element is crankcase.
  • Page 39 (since the engine oil turn the engine off immediately also lubricates the clutch), do not so it will not seize. If this occurs, mix any chemical additives. Do have a Yamaha dealer repair the 7 - 9...

  • Page 40: Cleaning The Air Filter Element

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAUW0633 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.

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Spark Arrester

    Recommended oil: Do not start the engine when Yamaha foam air filter oil or other cleaning the exhaust system. quality foam air filter oil 7. Pull the sponge material over the 1. Spark arrester air filter element frame.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Carburetor

    Therefore, checked and, if necessary, adjusted as most carburetor adjustments should be follows at the intervals specified in the left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the periodic maintenance and lubrication necessary professional knowledge and chart. experience. The adjustment described 1.

  • Page 43: Checking The Throttle Cable Free Play

    EAU21382 adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the in- Checking the throttle cable tervals specified in the periodic mainte- Tire air pressure free play nance and lubrication chart.
  • Page 44 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm , 15 psi) glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall Manufacturer/model: Rear: PIRELLI MT 320 H is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm , 15 psi) Rear tire: Maximum load*: place the tire immediately.

  • Page 45: Spoke Wheels

    5. Loosen the locknut further down damage before each ride. If any the clutch cable. damage is found, have a Yamaha 6. To increase the clutch lever free dealer replace the wheel. Do not 1. Locknut (clutch lever)

  • Page 46: Checking The Front Brake Lever Free Play

    (b). EWA10670 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer 3. Tighten the locknut. make these adjustments. 1. Front brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end.

  • Page 47: Checking The Front Brake Pads And Rear Brake Shoes

    After adjusting the drive chain check the brake pad wear without hav- limit line, have a Yamaha dealer replace slack or removing and installing ing to disassemble the brake. To check the brake shoes as a set.

  • Page 48: Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level

    Checking the front brake Use only the recommended quality Changing the brake fluid brake fluid, otherwise the rubber fluid level Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake seals may deteriorate, causing fluid at the intervals specified in the TIP leakage poor...

  • Page 49: Drive Chain Slack

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU22760 Drive chain slack prevent this from occurring, keep the drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked within the specified limits. before each ride and adjusted if neces- sary. [ECA10571] EAU22773 To check the drive chain slack 1.

  • Page 50: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain

    Service the drive chain as follows. aged or does not move smoothly, have ECA10581 a Yamaha dealer check or replace it. NOTICE WARNING! Damage to the outer hous- The drive chain must be lubricated ing of cables may result in internal...

  • Page 51: Checking And Lubricating The Brake And Clutch Levers

    Silicone grease If the sidestand does not move up and Clutch lever: Lithium-soap-based grease down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control.

  • Page 52: Checking The Front Fork

    Yamaha dealer check or repair it. tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, over. [EWA10751] securely support the vehicle so 2.

  • Page 53: Checking The Wheel Bearings

    If there is play in the wheel hub or burns. Avoid any contact with if the wheel does not turn smoothly, skin, eyes or clothing and al- have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel ways shield your eyes when bearings. working near batteries. In case of contact, administer the fol- 1.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Fuse

    EAUW0623 Replacing the fuse To charge the battery NOTICE Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- Always keep the battery charged. tery as soon as possible if it seems to Storing a discharged battery can have discharged. Keep in mind that the...

  • Page 55: Supporting The Motorcycle

    To remove the front wheel 4. If the fuse immediately blows centerstand, follow these precautions EWA10821 again, have a Yamaha dealer check when removing the front and rear wheel the electrical system. or performing other maintenance requir- To avoid injury, securely support the ing the motorcycle to stand upright.

  • Page 56: Rear Wheel

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT erwise the brake pads will be EAU25080 Rear wheel forced shut. [ECA11071] EAU25421 To remove the rear wheel EAUW0560 To install the front wheel EWA10821 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs. To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it fall- ing over.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, 2. Install the drive chain onto the rear whose skilled technicians have the nec- sprocket, and then adjust the drive essary tools, experience, and know-how chain slack.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting Chart

    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.

  • Page 59: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE EAU41354 Care ets, the drive chain and wheel ax- cleaning products, solvent or les. Always rinse the dirt and thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re- While the open design of a motorcycle degreaser off with water. movers or inhibitors, brake fluid, reveals the attractiveness of the tech- antifreeze or electrolyte.
  • Page 60 EWA11131 action of the salt. [ECA10791] Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on 2. Apply a corrosion protection spray Contaminants on the brakes or tires what products to use. on all metal, including chrome- and can cause loss of control.

  • Page 61: Storage

    MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE EAU26151 3. Drain the carburetor float chamber e. Remove the spark plug cap from Storage by loosening the drain bolt; this will the spark plug, and then install Short-term prevent fuel deposits from build- the spark plug and the spark plug Always store your motorcycle in a cool, ing up.
  • Page 62 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE Make any necessary repairs before stor- ing the motorcycle. 8 - 4...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Engine oil: Carburetor: Overall lenght: Type: Manufacturer: 2065 mm (81.3 in) YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W40 or TEIKEI Overall width: SAE20W50 Type x quantity: 800 mm (31.5 in) Y26P x 1 Overall height: 90 110 130 ˚ F Spark plug(s): 1180 mm (46.5 in) Seat height: Manufacturer/model:...
  • Page 64 SPECIFICATIONS 3rd: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Front suspension: 30/21 (1.428) tires): Type: 4th: Telescopic fork Front: 27/24 (1.125) Spring/shock absorber type: 100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm 5th: Coil spring/oil damper Rear: 25/27 (0.925) Wheel travel: 100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm 6th: 240.0 mm (9.45 in) 23/29 (0.793)

  • Page 65: Consumer Information

    Record the vehicle identification num- ber 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. Vehicle identification number 1.

  • Page 66: Motorcycle Noise Regulation

    CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26560 Motorcycle noise regulation TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

  • Page 67: Maintenance Record

    CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26651 Maintenance record Have a Yamaha dealer complete this record when the motorcycle is serviced. Maintenance Servicing dealer Date of Mileage Remarks interval name and address service 10-3...

  • Page 68: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a. Off-Road Motorcycle Limited Warranty

    1. Operate and maintain the motorcycle as date limitations. Covered off-road motorcycles are specified in the appropriate Owner's Manual, those units certified by Yamaha to EPA noise reg- YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, ulations and come equipped from the factory with MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY 2.
  • Page 69 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10-5...

  • Page 70: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)

    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.
  • Page 71 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.
  • Page 72 INDEX Maintenance, emission control Air filter element, cleaning ..7-10 Engine break-in ......6-3 system ......... 7-2 Engine idling speed ....7-12 Model label ........10-1 Engine oil and oil filter element ... 7-7 Battery .......... 7-23 Engine stop button ......4-1 Brake and clutch levers, Engine, starting a warm ....
  • Page 73 INDEX Steering, checking ...... 7-22 Storage .......... 8-3 Supporting the motorcycle ..7-25 Throttle cable free play, checking ........7-13 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..7-20 Tires ..........7-13 Troubleshooting ......7-27 Troubleshooting chart ....7-28 Valve clearance ......7-13 Vehicle identification number ..
  • Page 74 YAMAHA MOTOR DA AMAZÔNIA LTDA. PRINTED IN BRAZIL 05,2008...

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