2009 Yamaha Motorsports Roadliner S 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 and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit ...4-3 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Clutch lever ...4-9 Shift pedal ...4-9 Brake lever ...4-10 Brake pedal ...4-10 Fuel tank cap ...4-10 Fuel ...4-11 Catalytic converter ...4-12 Rider seat ...4-13 Helmet holder ...4-14 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...4-15 EXUP system ...4-16 Sidestand ...4-16 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...4-17 Auxiliary DC connector ...4-19 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 ...7-4 Checking the spark plugs ...7-8 Canister (for California only) ...7-9 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...7-9 Transfer case oil ...7-13 Air filter element ...7-13 Checking the throttle cable free play ...7-13 Valve clearance ...7-14 Tires ...7-14 Cast wheels ...7-16 Clutch lever ...7-16 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...7-16 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Pre-operation check list ...5-2 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...7-17 Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ...7-17 Changing the brake and clutch fluids ...7-19 Drive belt slack ...7-19 Checking and lubricating the cables ...7-20 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ...7-20 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ...7-20 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ...7-21 Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...7-22 Lubricating the rear suspension ...7-22 Checking the front fork ...7-22 Checking the steering ...7-23 Checking the wheel bearings ...7-23 Battery ...7-24 Replacing the fuses ...7-25 Replacing a headlight bulb ...7-26 Tail/brake light ...7-28 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...7-29 License plate light ...7-29 Supporting the motorcycle ...7-29 Troubleshooting ...7-30 Troubleshooting chart ...7-31