2004 YAMAHA BT1100 stop start

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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls the
ignition and lighting systems, and is used
to lock the steering. The various positions
are described below.
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ION
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started. The
key cannot be removed.
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BOFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
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DLOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the
left.
2. Push the key in from the
B(OFF) po-
sition, and then turn it to
D(LOCK)
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
B
(OFF) while still pushing it.
1. Push
2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Never turn the key to B(OFF) or D
(LOCK) while the motorcycle is mov-
ing, otherwise the electrical systems
will be switched off, which may result
in loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the motorcycle is stopped
before turning the key to
B(OFF) orD
(LOCK).
LOCKOFF (Premere)
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LOCK
(Premere)OFF

Lock
(push)
Unlock
(push)

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Engine stop switch “I/B”
Set this switch to “
I” before starting the
engine. Set this switch to “
B” to stop the
engine in case of an emergency, such as
when the motorcycle overturns or when
the throttle cable is stuck.
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Light switch “G/E/H”
Set this switch to “
G” to turn on the aux-
iliary light, meter lighting and taillight. Set
the switch to “
E” to turn on the headlight
also. Set the switch to “
H” to turn off all the
lights.
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Start switch “J”
Push this switch to crank the engine with
the starter.
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See page 5-1 for starting instructions
prior to starting the engine.
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left han-
dlebar grip. To disengage the clutch, pull
the lever toward the handlebar grip. To en-
gage the clutch, release the lever. The
lever should be pulled rapidly and re-
leased slowly for smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch
switch, which is part of the ignition circuit
cut-off system. (See page 3-18 for an ex-
planation of the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
tem).
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1. Engine stop switch “I/B”
2. Light switch “G/E/H”
3. Start switch “J”1. Clutch lever
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
I”.
3. Turn the key to “
I” (ON).
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be riddenuntil checked by a
Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be riddenuntil checked by a
Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be riddenuntil checked by a
Yamaha dealer.
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
NOTE:
This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up
engine.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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•Become thoroughly familiar with
all operating controls and their
functions before riding. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any con-
trol or function that you do not
thoroughly understand.
•Never start the engine or operate it
in a closed area for any length of
time. Exhaust fumes are poiso-
nous, and inhaling them can cause
loss of consciousness 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 side-
stand is not raised completely, it
could contact the ground and dis-
tract the operator, resulting in a
possible loss of control.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
tem to enable starting, one of the following
conditions must be met:
•The transmission is in the neutral po-
sition.
•The transmission is in gear with the
clutch lever pulled and the sidestand
up.
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•Before starting the engine, check
the function of the ignition circuit
cut-off system according to the
procedure described on page 3-18.
•Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “I” (ON) and make
sure that the engine stop switch is set
to “
I”.
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If the fuel level warning light comes on,
check the fuel level, and, if necessary,
refuel as soon as possible.
2. Shift the transmission into the neutral
position.
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
3. Turn the starter (choke) on and com-
pletely close the throttle. (See page
3-12 for starter (choke) operation).
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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4. Start the engine by pushing the start
switch.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the start
switch, wait a few seconds, and then try
again. Each starting attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the battery.
Do not crank the engine more than 10 sec-
onds on any one attempt.
1. Starter (choke) lever
a. Starter (choke) turned on
b. Starter (choke) turned off
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The oil level warning light and fuel lev-
el warning light should come on when
the start switch is pushed, and they
should go off when the start switch is
released.
If the oil level warning light flickers or
remains on after starting, immediately
stop the engine, and then check the
engine oil level and the vehicle for oil
leakage. If necessary, add engine oil,
and then check the warning light again.
If the warning light does not come on
when pushing the start switch, or if it
does not go off after starting with suffi-
cient engine oil, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
If the fuel level warning light remains
on after starting, stop the engine, and
then check the fuel level. If necessary,
refuel as soon as possible, and then
check the warning light again. If the
warning light does not come on when
pushing the start switch, or if it does
not go off after starting with sufficient
fuel, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
CAUTION:5. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) knob/lever back
halfway.
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For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard when the engine is cold!
6. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it responds nor-
mally to the throttle with the starter (choke)
turned off.
CAUTION:
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