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EAU03680
Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.1 L. When this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
EAU03492
Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
the following:l
a speedometer (which shows the
riding speed)
l
an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)
l
two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)
l
a clockOdometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP 1”, “TRIP 2” and “CLOCK” in the
following order:
ODO
®TRIP 1
®TRIP 2
®CLOCK
®
ODO
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the “SELECT” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. The tripmeters can be
used to estimate the distance that can
be traveled with a full tank of fuel. This
information will enable you to plan fu-
ture fuel stops.
Clock mode
To change the display to the clock
mode, push both the “SELECT” and
“RESET” buttons.
To change the display back to the
odometer mode, push the “SELECT”
button.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
3. “SELECT” button
4. “RESET” button
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3 To set the clock
1. Push both the “SELECT” and
“RESET” buttons for at least two
seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set
the hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button to
change the minutes.
4. When the minute digits start flash-
ing, push the “RESET” button to
set the minutes.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to start
the clock.NOTE:@ After setting the clock, be sure to push
the “SELECT” button before turning the
key to “OFF”, otherwise the clock will
not be set. @
EAU00101
Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
EC000003
CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 8,000 r/min and above @
EAU00103
Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for the throttle position
sensor circuit.
If the throttle position sensor circuit is
defective, the tachometer will repeat-
edly display the following error code:CB-10EIf the tachometer displays such an er-
ror code, have a Yamaha dealer check
the motorcycle.
EC000004
CAUTION:@ When the tachometer displays an
error code, the motorcycle should
be checked as soon as possible in
order to avoid engine damage. @
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
0 r/min for
3 seconds
3,000 r/min
for 2.5 sec-
onds
Current engine
speed for
3 seconds
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EAU02935
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. @
EWA00025
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. @
EAU03753
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_ l
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
l
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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EAU01726
Seat To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it clockwise.
2. Pull the seat off.To install the seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the seat into the seat holders as
shown.
2. Push the rear of the seat down to
lock it in place.
3. Remove the key.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding. @
EAU00263*
Helmet holder The helmet holder is located under the
seat.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
1. Remove the seat.
2. Attach the helmet to the helmet
holder, and then securely install
the seat.
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)
1. Helmet holder
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EC000105
CAUTION:_ Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the bulb,
and the bulb life will be adversely af-
fected. Thoroughly clean off any dirt
and fingerprints on the headlight
bulb using a cloth moistened with
alcohol or thinner. _4. Connect the headlight couplers,
and then install the bulb cover.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU01623
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by
removing the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:@ Do not overtighten the screws, oth-
erwise the lens may break. @
1. Do not touch this area.
1. Screw (´ 2)
2. Tail/brake light lens
1. Tail/brake light bulb (´ 2)
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EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
ECA00065
CAUTION:@ Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break. @
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
1. Turn signal light bulb
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6Engine overheating
EW000070
WARNING
@ l
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
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After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hiss-
ing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
@NOTE:@ If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible. @
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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