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PRI
This stands for “prime”. If the engine
has been allowed to run out of fuel, turn
the lever to the “PRI” position to send
fuel directly to the carburetors. This will
make starting easier. However, be sure
to turn the lever to the “ON” position (or
“RES” if you have not refuelled yet) af-
ter the engine has started.
EAU02976
Starter (choke) “ ”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).
EAU01721
SeatTo remove
Insert the key in the helmet holder lock
and turn it as shown.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”PRI: priming position
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
1. Open
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To install
Insert the projection on the front of the
seat into the holder, then push down
the seat.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is securely fit-
ted. @
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Helmet holderTo open the helmet holder, insert the
key in the lock and turn it as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, replace the
holder in its original position.
EW000030
WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit ob-
jects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident. @
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Storage compartmentThis compartment is designed to store
a genuine Yamaha U-LOCK. (Other
locks may not fit.) Be sure the lock is
fastened securely with the straps when
storing it in the compartment.
To prevent losing the straps, be sure to
secure them even when a U-LOCK is
not being stored in the compartment.
When storing this Owner’s manual or
other documents in the compartment,
be sure to put them in a vinyl bag so
they do not get wet. When washing the
motorcycle, be careful not to flood this
compartment with water.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Open
1. U-LOCK
2. Strap (´ 2)
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EAU00285
Front fork adjustmentThis front fork is equipped with spring
preload adjusting bolts.
EW000037
WARNING
@ Each fork leg must be set to the
same pressure. Uneven setting can
cause poor handling and loss of sta-
bility. @Adjust spring preload as follows.
Turn the adjusting bolts in direction
a
to increase spring preload and in direc-
tion
b to decrease spring preload.
EC000013
CAUTION:@ The grooves are provided to show
the adjustment level. Always keep
the adjustment level equal on both
fork legs. @CI-18EEAU01783
Rear shock absorber
adjustmentThe shock absorbers are equipped
with spring preload adjusting rings.
To increase spring preload, turn the ad-
justing rings as shown in illustration .
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
1. Setting
2. Front fork cap bolt
HardStan-
dardSoft
Adjusting
position1234 5 67
1. Upper adjusting ring
2. Lower adjusting ring
a
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To decrease spring preload, turn the ad-
justing rings as shown in illustration .
EW000040
WARNING
@ Always adjust each shock absorber
to the same setting. Uneven adjust-
ment can cause poor handling and
loss of stability. @
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WARNING
@ These shock absorbers contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas.
Read and understand the following
information before handling the
shock absorbers. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for prop-
erty damage or personal injury that
may result from improper handling.l
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assemblies.
l
Do not subject the shock ab-
sorbers to an open flame or oth-
er high heat source. This may
cause the unit to explode due to
excessive gas pressure.
l
Do not deform or damage the
cylinders in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
l
Take your shock absorbers to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
@
1. Upper adjusting ring
2. Lower adjusting ring
b
Adjusting position
HARD STD/SOFT
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EAU00324
Luggage strap holdersThere are four luggage strap holders
below the passenger seat, two of which
can be turned outward for easier ac-
cess.
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SidestandThis 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.)
EW000044
WARNING
@ 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
motorcycle a lockout system to as-
sist the operator in fulfilling the re-
sponsibility of retracting the
sidestand. Please check carefully
the operating instructions listed be-
low 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 checkCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the in-
formation below.
EW000046
WARNING
@ l
Be sure to use the centerstand
during this inspection.
l
If improper operation is noted,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
@CD-08E
1. Luggage strap holder (´ 4)
TURN MAIN SWITCH TO “ON” AND
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “ ”.TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH START SWITCH.ENGINE WILL START.
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CD-08ESIDESTAND IS DOWN.ENGINE WILL STALL.SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
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