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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition. To lock the steering, turn the
handlebars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and re-
move it. To release the lock, turn the
key to “OFF” while pushing.
1. Push
2. Turn
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this posi-
tion, and the taillights and auxiliary
lights come on, but all other circuits
are off. The key can be removed in
this position.
To use the parking position, first
lock the steering, then turn the key
to “ ”. Do not use this position for
an extended length of time as the
battery may discharge.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn indicator light “ ”
4. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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Indicator lights
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below
approximately 4.8 L, this light will
come on. When this light comes
on, fill the tank at the first opportuni-
ty. This light circuit can be checked
by the procedure on page 1-7.
If there is a shortcircuit or disconti-
nuity at the thermistor, the fuel indi-
cator light will flash 8 times and
then stay off for 3 seconds repeat-
edly.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE/
CONSUMER INFORMATION
WARNING
When using the starter motor to
crank the engine, remove the spark
plug wires, and ground them to pre-
vent sparking.
4. Remove the drive chain. Thor-
oughly clean the chain with kero-
sene and lubricate it. Reinstall the
chain or store it in a plastic bag
(tied to frame for safekeeping).
5. Lubricate all control cables.
6. Block up the frame to raise both
wheels off the ground.
7. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust
pipe outlet to prevent moisture
from entering.
8. If strong in a humid or salt-air at-
mosphere, coat all exposed metal
surfaces with a light film of oil. Do
not apply oil to any rubber parts or
the seat cover.9. Remove the battery and charge it.
Store it in a dry place and re-
change it once a month. Do not
store the battery in an excessively
warm or cold place (less than 0°C
(30°F) or more than 30°C (90°F)).
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers record
Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided for assistance when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or
for reference in case the vehicle is sto-
len.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped on the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when obtaining a new
key.
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
state.
