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1. Starter (choke) Ò Ó
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Starter (choke) Ò Ó
Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction a
to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction b
to turn off the
starter (choke).
1. Open
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Seat
To remove
Insert the key in the lock and turn it
counterclockwise.
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder
To install
Insert the projections on the front of the
seat into the seat holder, then push
down on the seat.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is securely fit-
ted.
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Sidestand
This model is equipped with an ignition
circuit cut-off system. The motorcycle
must not be ridden when the sidestand
is down. The sidestand is located on
the left side of the frame. (Refer to
page 5-1 for an explanation of this sys-
tem.)
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This motorcycle must not be operat-
ed with the sidestand in the down
position. If the stand is not properly
retracted, it could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha has designed into this mo-
torcycle a lockout system to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of retracting the sidestand.
Please check carefully the operating
instructions listed below and if there
is any indication of a malfunction,
return the motorcycle to a Yamaha
dealer immediately for repair.
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Sidestand/clutch switch
operation check
Check the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the in-
formation below.
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lBe sure to use the centerstand
during this inspection.
lIf improper operation is noted,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
TURN MAIN SWITCH TO ÒONÓ AND
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO Ò Ó.
TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.
PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.
SIDESTAND IS DOWN.
ENGINE WILL STALL.
SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.
CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
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Owners are personally responsible for their vehicleÕs condition. Your motorcycleÕs vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak or
loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thorough visual in-
spection, you check the following points before each ride.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake
¥ Check operation, fluid level and fluid leakage.
¥ Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.6-18 ~ 6-20
Rear brake6-17 ~ 6-20
Clutch¥ Check operation, condition and free play.
¥ Adjust if necessary.6-15 ~ 6-16
Throttle grip and housing¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-12, 6-22
Engine oil¥ Check oil level.
¥ Fill with oil if necessary.6-7 ~ 6-9
Drive chain¥ Check chain slack and condition.
¥ Adjust if necessary.6-20 ~ 6-21
Wheels and tires¥ Check tire pressure, wear and damage.6-13 ~ 6-15,
6-31 ~ 6-34
Control and meter cables¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-22
Brake and shift pedal
shafts¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-22
Brake and clutch lever
pivots¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Center and sidestand
pivots¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-23
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Starting the engine ............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-4
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-4
Recommended shift points (for Switzerland only) .............................. 5-5
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-5
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-5
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-6
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lBefore riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
lNever start your engine or let it
run for any length of time in a
closed area. The exhaust fumes
are poisonous and can cause
loss of consciousness and
death within a short time. Al-
ways operate your motorcycle
in an area with adequate ventila-
tion.
lBefore starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up. Failure
to retract the sidestand com-
pletely can result in a serious
accident when you try to turn a
corner.
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Starting the engine
NOTE:
This motorcycle is equipped with an ig-
nition circuit cut-off system. The engine
can be started only under one of the
following conditions:
lThe transmission is in neutral.
lThe sidestand is up, the transmis-
sion is in gear and the clutch is dis-
engaged.
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
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Before going through the following
steps, check the function of the
sidestand switch and clutch switch.
(Refer to page 3-17.)
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TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO ÒONÓ AND THE
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO Ò Ó.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN NEUTRAL AND
SIDESTAND IS DOWN,
PUSH THE START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.
RETRACT SIDESTAND AND PUT
TRANSMISSION IN GEAR.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP,
PULL IN THE CLUTCH LEVER AND PUSH THE
START SWITCH. ENGINE WILL START.
MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
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1. Turn the fuel cock to ÒONÓ.
2. Turn the main switch to ÒONÓ and
the engine stop switch to Ò Ó.
3. Shift transmission into neutral.
NOTE:
When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it.
4. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt.
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CAUTION:
The oil level indicator light should
come on when the start switch is
pushed and should go off when the
start switch is released. If the indica-
tor light flickers or remains on, im-
mediately stop the engine and
check the engine oil level and for oil
leakage. If necessary, fill the engine
with oil and check to see that the oil
level indicator light goes off. If the
light does not go off even with suffi-
cient oil in the crankcase or the light
does not come on when pushing the
start switch, consult a Yamaha
dealer.
6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) halfway back.
NOTE:
For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard with a cold engine!7. After the engine is warm, turn off
the starter (choke) completely.
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
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Starting a warm engine
The starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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CAUTION:
See the ÒEngine break-inÓ section
prior to operating the motorcycle for
the first time.
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral
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Shifting
The transmission lets you control the
amount of power you have available at
a given speed for starting, accelerating,
climbing hills, etc. The use of the shift
pedal is shown in the illustration.
To shift into neutral, depress the shift
pedal repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, then raise the pedal
slightly.
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CAUTION:
lDo not coast for long periods
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle a long dis-
tance. Even with gears in neu-
tral, the transmission is only
properly lubricated when the
engine is running. Inadequate
lubrication may damage the
transmission.
lAlways use the clutch when
changing gears. The engine,
transmission, and driveline are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting and
can be damaged by shifting
without using the clutch.
