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QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders – more than car drivers – must always be at their men-
tal and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to
take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively
– avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Headlight (page 6-34)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-7)
3. Fuses (page 6-33)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-9)
5. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-9)6. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
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5
6
Left view
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7. Tool kit (page 6-1)
8. Battery (page 6-31)
9. Air filter (page 6-12)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
11. Brake pedal (page 3-6, 6-21)12. Oil filter element (page 6-9)
13. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-9)
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Right view
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14. Clutch lever (page 3-5, 6-19)
15. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
16. Speedometer unit (page 3-2)
17. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
18. Brake lever (page 3-5, 6-20)19. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
20. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
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1516 17 18
19 20
Controls and instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
OFFON
LOCKP
PUSH
IGNITION
ON
OFF
LOCK
(Parking)
.
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off,
which may result in loss of control
or an accident. Make sure that the
motorcycle is stopped before turn-
ing the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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.(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light and auxiliary light are on, but all
other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before
the key can be turned to “
.”.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator lights
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High beam indicator light “&”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
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Turn signal indicator light “5”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
20
40
60
0km/h
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140
160
12 34
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Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flash-
es when an electrical circuit monitor-
ing the engine is defective. When this
occurs, have the Yamaha dealer
check the self-diagnosis system.
NOTE:
This warning light comes on for a few
seconds when the key is turned to
“ON”, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.
1. High beam indicator light “&”
2. Turn indicator light “5”
3. Neutral indicator light “N”
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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Speedometer unit
The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero
with the reset knob. The tripmeter
can be used to estimate the distance
that can be traveled with a full tank of
fuel. This information will enable you
to plan future fuel stops.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset knob
20
40
60
0km/h
80100120
140
160
1
2
3
4
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NOTE:
Only for the German model equipped
with a speed limiter:
The speed limiter prevents the motor-
cycle from exceeding a riding speed
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped
with an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “&”
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
1. Pass switch “&”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “*”
1
2
3
4
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Light switch
Set this switch to “
'” to turn on the
auxiliary light, meter lighting and tail-
light. Set the switch to “:” to turn on
the headlight also.
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Engine stop switch
Set this switch to “$” to stop the
engine in case of an emergency,
such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
1. Engine stop switch
2. Light switch
3. Start switch “,”
1
2
3
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Start switch “,”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “4”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after
it has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “*”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
1. Pass switch “&”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “*”
1
2
3
4
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