Yamaha Tracer 700 Gen 1 (RM14 CP2) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
689cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin CP2 (Twin-Halogen Sport Tourer) · Source: Yamaha Tracer 700 Gen 1 (RM14 CP2) (2016–2019) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha Tracer 700 Gen 1 (RM14 CP2) (2016–2019) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2016–2019 Yamaha Tracer 700 Gen 1 (RM14 CP2) (chassis RM14/RM15/BC6) requires 2.3 L (2.43 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.6 L (2.75 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70ZR17M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (180/55ZR17M/C (73W)), paired with 2× NGK LMAR8A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.3 L (2.43 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~394 km (245 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.3 L (2.43 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.6 L (2.75 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3 L (3.17 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR8A-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 689 cc · 74.8 hp @ 9,000 rpm · 68 N·m (50.2 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 835 mm (32.9 in) · 196 kg (432 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17 L (4.5 US gal) · ~23.2 km/L → ~394 km (245 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 40,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Produced from 2016 to 2019 (RM14), Gen 1 Tracer 700 features handguard-integrated turn signals and twin halogen headlamps prior to the 2020 RM30 Tracer 7 overhaul.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Refill 2.6 L with spin-on filter HF204 (2.3 L drain-only) of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 oil, verifying level upright through the right crankcase sight window.