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EAC42301Seat
To open the seat:
1. Insert the key in the lock and turn it as
shown.
2. Lift the end of the seat up to open.
To lock the seat:
1. Replace the seat in the original posi-
tion.
2. Slightly push the end of the seat down
to lock.EUU01700NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.
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EAU00262*Helmet holder
The helmet holder is located under the
seat.
To secure a helmet :
1. Open the seat. (See page 18 for open-
ing procedures.)
2. Attach the helmet to the helmet hold-
er, and then securely close the seat.EW000030wNever ride with a helmet attached to the
helmet holder, since the helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control and possi-
bly an accident.To release the helmet;
Open the seat, remove the helmet from the
helmet holder, and then close the seat.
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EAH20501Front fork inspectionEUU65700wSecurely support the motorcycle so there
is no danger of it falling over.Operation check
Place the motorcycle on a level place.
a. Hold the motorcycle in an upright po-
sition and apply the front brake.
b. Stroke the front forks up and down
several times.EUU42500cCIf any damage or unsmooth movement is
found with the front fork, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
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