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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
EAU04356
(Parking)
The steering is locked, the taillight and
auxiliary light are on, and the hazard
light can be turned on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU04121
Turn signal indicator lights “”
and “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU03680
Fuel level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
5 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.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. Fuel level warning light “”
3. Neutral indicator light “”
4. High beam indicator light “”
5. Oil level warning light “”
6. Right turn signal indicator light “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU03201
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. @
EAU00096
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 but-
ton. The tripmeter can be used togeth-
er with the fuel gauge to estimate the
distance that can be traveled with a full
tank of fuel. This information will enable
you to plan future fuel stops.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. Fuel level warning light “”
3. Neutral indicator light “”
4. High beam indicator light “”
5. Oil level warning light “”
6. Right turn signal indicator light “”
1. Tripmeter
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter reset button
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Final gear oil
Type Hypoid gear oil SAE 80 (API GL4)
or multi-grade hypoid gear oil
SAE 80W-90
Quantity 0.2 L
Air filterDry element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 24 L
Fuel reserve amount 5 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model ×
quantity BDSR34 × 4
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / DPR8EA-9 or
DENSO / X24EPR-U9
Gap 0.8–0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.672
Secondary reduction system Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio 1.278
Transmission type Constant-mesh, 5-speedOperation Left foot
Gear ratio
1st 2.188
2nd 1.500
3rd 1.154
4th 0.933
5th 0.813
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 27°
°° °
Trail 121 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 120/70-17 58V
120/70-17 M/C 58V
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop / K505F
Metzeler / ME33
Bridgestone / G601
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 150/70-17 69V
150/70-17 M/C 69V
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