2002 YAMAHA DT125R warning

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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!
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 motorcycle.A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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cCNOTE:
NOTE:
8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha 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 ques-
tions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ............... 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............................... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS .. 3-1
Main switch ..................................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............................ 3-1
Speedometer unit .......................................... 3-2
Tachometer .................................................... 3-2
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 3-3
Handlebar switches ........................................ 3-3
Clutch lever .................................................... 3-4
Shift pedal ...................................................... 3-4
Brake lever ..................................................... 3-5
Brake pedal .................................................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap .................................................. 3-5
Fuel (except for Switzerland and Austria) ...... 3-6
Fuel (for Switzerland and Austria) ................. 3-6
Catalytic converter
(for Switzerland and Austria) ....................... 3-7
2-stroke engine oil .......................................... 3-8
Fuel cock ........................................................ 3-9
Starter (choke) lever ..................................... 3-10Kickstarter .................................................... 3-10
Steering lock ................................................. 3-10
Seat .............................................................. 3-11
Helmet holder ............................................... 3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ....... 3-12
Carrier .......................................................... 3-14
YEIS handling precautions .......................... 3-14
YPVS ............................................................ 3-14
Sidestand ..................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................ 3-16
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............................. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................................. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ............................................... 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................................... 5-2
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .................................. 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................ 5-3
Engine break-in .............................................. 5-4
Parking ........................................................... 5-5
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3-1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switchThe 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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Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
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2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “
7
”
This warning light comes on when
the 2-stroke engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. If the warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
NOTE:
Even if the 2-stroke engine oil level is
sufficient, the warning light may flick-
er when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is not a malfunction.
ON
OFF
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Indicator and warning lights
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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.
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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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2
3
4
1. Turn signal indicator light “5”
2. High beam indicator light “&”
3. Neutral indicator light “N”
4. 2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “
7
”
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