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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light 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 extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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1. Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator light will come on if the oil
level is low. To check that the oil level
indicator light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the oil
level indicator light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
electrical circuit.
NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the oil level indicator light may
flicker when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is normal. @
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2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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3. Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
1. Oil level indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. Turn indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
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Handlebar switches
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1. Pass switch “ ”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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2. Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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3. Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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4. Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
1. Pass switch “ ”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Horn switch “ ”
4. Turn signal switch
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