
3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock  ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights   ................................ 3-3
Speedometer unit  ................................................ 3-5
Cruise control system ........................................... 3-6
Fuel gauge  ........................................................... 3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional)  .................................... 3-8
Handlebar switches  ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever  ........................................................ 3-10
Shift pedal  .......................................................... 3-10
Brake lever  ......................................................... 3-11
Brake pedal ........................................................ 3-11
Fuel tank cap  ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-12Fuel tank breather hose  .................................... 3-13
Fuel cock  ........................................................... 3-13
Starter (choke) knob  ......................................... 3-14
Locking the steering with a padlock  .................. 3-14
Rider seat .......................................................... 3-15
Helmet holders  .................................................. 3-15
Side cases and travel trunk  ............................... 3-16
Adjusting the front fork  ...................................... 3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-20
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system  ............................. 3-22
Auxiliary DC jack and terminals  ........................ 3-24
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3
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Indicator and warning lights  
EAU03299
1. Turn signal indicator lights 
“” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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2. High beam indicator light “ ” 
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU03201
3. 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. 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 while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal 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-
function. @
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4. Overdrive indicator light “O/D” 
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in overdrive (5th gear).
EAU00091
5. Engine trouble warning light 
“” 
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.
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3
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6. Fuel level warning light “ ” 
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L. When this occurs, turn the fuel
cock lever to the “RES” position and re-
fuel as soon as possible.
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7. Cruise control indicator lights 
See page 3-6 for an explanation of
these indicator lights. 
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8. Neutral indicator light “ ” 
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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9. Coolant temperature warning 
light “ ” 
This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool.
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 while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated. @ 
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3 Push the “RES/ACC” side of the cruise
control switch to reactivate the system.
The traveling speed will return to the
previously set speed. The “RES” indi-
cator light will flash during this time and
then go off. Once the cruise control
system is reactivated, the “SET” indica-
tor light will come on.
Push the “CRUISE” switch to the right
to turn the cruise control system off
completely.
EWA00019
WARNING
_ If the cruise control system is defec-
tive, the “SET” and “RES” indicator
lights will flash simultaneously. If
this occurs, turn the cruise control
system off and have a Yamaha deal-
er check it. _
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel gauge disappear to-
wards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When only one segment is
left near “E”, refuel as soon as possi-
ble.NOTE:@ This fuel gauge is equipped with a self-
diagnosis system. If the electrical cir-
cuit is defective, first the display seg-
ments and then either “E” or “F” will
flash. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit. @ 
EAU00109
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. 
1. Fuel gauge
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11-INDEXAAir filter elements, cleaning .................... 7-17
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-8
Audio settings (basic) ...............................4-5
Audio settings (modes) ............................4-5
Audio system parts, location of................4-1
Auxiliary audio source ............................ 4-18
Auxiliary DC jack and terminals.............. 3-24BBattery ................................................... 7-32
Brake and clutch fluid levels, 
checking .............................................. 7-28
Brake and clutch fluids, changing........... 7-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and 
lubricating ............................................ 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and 
lubricating ............................................ 7-29
Brake lever............................................. 3-11
Brake lever free play, adjusting .............. 7-25
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 7-26
Brake pads, checking............................. 7-27
Brake pedal............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 7-26CCarburetors, adjusting............................ 7-19
Care.........................................................8-1
Cassette deck operation ..........................4-9
CD changer operation ............................ 4-17
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-10
Clutch lever free play ............................. 7-25
Conversion table ......................................9-5
Coolant level, checking .......................... 7-15
Coolant temperature warning light ........... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and 
installing................................................ 7-6
Cruise control indicator lights ................... 3-4
Cruise control switches .......................... 3-10
Cruise control system .............................. 3-6DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-9EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 7-12
Engine stop switch................................... 3-9
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-3FFinal gear oil .......................................... 7-15
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-19
Front fork, checking ............................... 7-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 6-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-8
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 7-33HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 7-35
Headsets ................................................. 4-2
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-9IIdentification numbers ............................10-1
Idling speed, adjusting ...........................7-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-22
Indicator and warning lights......................3-3KKey identification number .......................10-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing...........7-37
Light switch ..............................................3-9MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ............................................10-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-4OOil level warning light ...............................3-3
Overdrive indicator light............................3-3PParking.....................................................6-6
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication 
chart ......................................................7-3
Pre-operation check list ............................5-1RRadio operation......................................4-12
Rider seat ..............................................3-15
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