Yamaha ttr 230 manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

TT-R230V
1C6-F8199-21

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TTR230V. 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. This manual will give you an understandingof the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY ISINVOLVED! 1 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle. A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the motorcycle. A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

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This manual should be considered a permanent partof 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 and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, pleaseconsult your Yamaha dealer.

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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTORCYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULARINSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE.

THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY. IT IS ILLEGAL TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE ON ANY PUBLIC STREET, ROAD OR HIGHWAY. SUCH USE IS PROHIBITED BY LAW. THIS MACHINE COMPLIES WITH ALMOST ALL STATE OFF-HIGHWAY NOISELEVEL AND SPARK ARRESTER LAWS AND REGULATIONS. PLEASE CHECK YOUR LOCAL RIDING LAWS AND REGULATIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE.

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TTR230V OWNER’S MANUAL c 2005 by Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda. 1st edition, May 2005 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor da Amazônia Ltda. is expressly prohibited.Printed in Brazil.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION .................... 1-1 Location of important labels ............ 1-6 DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1 Left view .......................................... 2-1 Right view ........................................ 2-2 Controls and instruments ................ 2-3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTION......................................... 3-1 Main switch ..................................... 3-1 Handlebar switches ........................ 3-1 Clutch lever ..................................... 3-2 Shift pedal ....................................... 3-2 Brake lever ...................................... 3-2 Brake pedal ..................................... 3-3 Fuel tank cap ................................... 3-3Fuel ................................................. 3-3 Fuel tank breather hose .................. 3-5 Fuel cock ......................................... 3-5 Starter (choke) knob ........................ 3-6 Seat ................................................. 3-6 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...................................... 3-7 Starting circuit cut-off system .......... 3-8...