2001 YAMAHA VMAX key

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONParticularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury
or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.
CAUTION:A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
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Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have
any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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Main switch The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. The various main
switch 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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P (Parking)
The taillight and auxiliary light are on,
but all other electrical systems are off.
The key can be removed.
The key must be pushed in, and then
released before it can be turned to “P”.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
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Indicator and warning lights
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
1. Push.
2. Release.
3. Turn.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Fuel level warning light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”
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Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3 L. When this occurs, set the fuel re-
serve switch to the “RES” position and
refuel as soon as possible.
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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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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. If the warning light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check
the electrical circuit.NOTE:@ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
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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 en-
able you to plan future fuel stops.1. Tripmeter reset knob
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
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Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine in the
tachometer red zone.
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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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Coolant temperature gauge With the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with chang-
es in the weather and engine load. If
the needle reaches or enters the red
zone, stop the motorcycle and let the
engine cool. (See page 6-46 for further
instructions.)
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine if it is
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1. Tachometer
2. Red zone
1. Coolant temperature gauge
2. Red zone
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Push the levers on the left and
right side of the rider seat backrest
as shown and slide the rider seat
backrest forward.2. Insert the key into the lock, and
then turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the fuel
tank cap can be opened.To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise,
and then remove it.
3. Slide the rider seat backrest rear-
ward and push it down.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly installed and locked. @
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WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding. @
1. Lever (´ 2)
1. Open.
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Steering lock To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the right.
2. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the steering lock key.
3. Turn the steering lock key 1/8 turn
counterclockwise, push it in while
turning the handlebar slightly to
the left, and then turn the key 1/8
turn clockwise.
4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the steering lock steer-
ing lock key.
2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it moves
out, and then release it.
3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
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Rider seat To remove the rider seat
1. Release the rider seat backrest by
pushing the levers on the left and
right side as shown, and then slide
the backrest forward.
1. Steering lock
1. Lever (´ 2)
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2. Remove the bolts and screws, and
then pull the rider seat off.To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into the seat holder
as shown.
2. Place the rider seat in the original
position, and then tighten the bolts
and screws.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding. @3. Return the rider seat backrest to
the original position.
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Helmet holder To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the key
as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. @
1. Bolt (´ 2)
2. Screw (´ 2)
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Helmet holder
2. Open.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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