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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3
EAU04301
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 for a few seconds, then go off,
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-
function. _
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU04514
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 a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.NOTE:_ This warning light comes on for a few
seconds, then goes off when the key is
turned to “ON”, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction. _
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Right turn signal indicator light “”
2. Fuel level warning light “”
3. Oil level warning light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Left turn signal indicator light “”U5PWE0.book Page 3 Friday, December 7, 2001 5:14 PM
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5-1
5
EAU00372
5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
EAU00373
WARNING
_
Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.
Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
_
EAU04560
Starting a cold engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
EW000054
WARNING
_
Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-26.
Never ride with the sidestand
down.
_1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
ECA00132
CAUTION:_ The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.
Oil level warning light
Fuel level warning light
Coolant temperature warning
light
Engine speed indicator light
Engine trouble warning light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see pages 3-2–3-5 for the
corresponding warning and indica-
tor light circuit check.
_2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:_ When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit. _3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
2.45 L
Air filterOil-coated paper element
Fuel
Type PREMIUM UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Amount remaining when the fuel
level warning light comes on 3.3 L
Electronic fuel injection
ModelINP-731/4
Manufacturer NIPPON INJECTOR
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / CR9EIA 9 or
DENSO / IU27D
Gap 0.8–0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.581
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.688
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (front/rear) 16/43
Transmission type Constant-mesh 6-speed
Operation Left footGear ratio
1st 2.500
2nd 1.842
3rd 1.500
4th 1.333
5th 1.200
6th 1.115
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 24°
Trail 103 mm
Tires
Front
Model Tubeless tire
Size 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
120/70 ZR17 (58W)
Manufacturer/
model Michelin / Pilot SPORT E
Dunlop / D208FL
Rear
Model Tubeless tire
Size 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)
190/50 ZR17 (73W)
Manufacturer/
model Michelin / Pilot SPORT
Dunlop / D208L
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