2005 YAMAHA XTZ125 Owners Manual

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TURN INDICATOR LIGHTS " "
The corresponding indicator fhashes when the turn switch
is moved to the “


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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT " "
This indicator comes on when the headlight high beam is
used.
NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT " "
This indicator comes on when the transmission is in neutral.
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TURN INDICATOR LIGHTS " "
The corresponding indicator fhashes when the turn switch
is moved to the “


“ or “ “.
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT " "
This indicator comes on when the headlight high beam is
used.
NEUTRAL INDICATOR LIGHT " "
This indicator comes on when the transmission is in neutral.

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Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an odometer and a trip
meter.
The trip meter can be returned to zero by using the adjusting
knob.
Use the trip meter to estimate how for you can ride on a
tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.


 

   

Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an odometer and a trip
meter.
The trip meter can be returned to zero by using the adjusting
knob.
Use the trip meter to estimate how for you can ride on a
tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.


 

   


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LIGHTS SWITCH
Turning the light switch to “ “, turns on the meter lights
and tail-lights. Turning the light switch to “ “, turns the
headlight on also.
PASS SWITCH " "
Press the switch to operate the passing light.
DIMMER SWITCH
Turn the switch to " " for the high beam and to " "
for the low beam.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH " "
To signal a right-hand turn, push the switch to “ “ ; to
signal a left-hand turn, push the switch to “ “ .
Once the switch is released it will return to the center
position. To cancel the signal, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
HORN SWITCH " "
Press the switch to sound the horn.
Handlebar switches over left:

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LIGHTS SWITCH
Turning the light switch to “ “, turns on the meter lights
and tail-lights. Turning the light switch to “ “, turns the
headlight on also.
PASS SWITCH " "
Press the switch to operate the passing light.
DIMMER SWITCH
Turn the switch to " " for the high beam and to " "
for the low beam.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH " "
To signal a right-hand turn, push the switch to “ “ ; to
signal a left-hand turn, push the switch to “ “ .
Once the switch is released it will return to the center
position. To cancel the signal, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
HORN SWITCH " "
Press the switch to sound the horn.

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“ENGINE STOP” SWITCH
The engine stop switch is a safety device for use in an
emergency such as when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system. Turn the switch to
“ ” to start the engine, and turn the switch to “ ” to
stop the engine.
STARTER SWITCH “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine when pushing the
starter switch.
CAUTION:
See starting instructions prior to starting the
engine.
Handlebar switches over right:

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“ENGINE STOP” SWITCH
The engine stop switch is a safety device for use in an
emergency such as when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system. Turn the switch to
“ ” to start the engine, and turn the switch to “ ” to
stop the engine.
STARTER SWITCH “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine when pushing the
starter switch.
CAUTION:
See starting instructions prior to starting the
engine.
Handlebar switches over right:

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The clutch lever is located on the left handlebar, and the
starting circuit cut off switch is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the handlebar to
disengage the clutch, and release the lever to engage the
clutch. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released
slowly for smooth clutch operation.
This motorcycle is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-speed
transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and
is used in combination with the clutch when shifting.
Clutch lever
Shift pedal

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The clutch lever is located on the left handlebar, and the
starting circuit cut off switch is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the handlebar to
disengage the clutch, and release the lever to engage the
clutch. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released
slowly for smooth clutch operation.
This motorcycle is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-speed
transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and
is used in combination with the clutch when shifting.
Clutch lever
Shift pedal

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The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar. Pull
it toward the handlebar to apply the front brake.
The rear brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle.
Press down the brake pedal to apply the rear brake. Front brake lever

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Rear brake pedal
The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar. Pull
it toward the handlebar to apply the front brake.
The rear brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle.
Press down the brake pedal to apply the rear brake. Front brake lever

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Rear brake pedal

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Fuel tank cap
Be sure the cap is properly installed and locked in place
before riding the motorcycle.
TO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/2 turn counterclockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with the key inserted. To
remove the key, turn it clockwise to the original position.
WARNING:
Fuel tank cap
Be sure the cap is properly installed and locked in place
before riding the motorcycle.
TO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/2 turn counterclockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with the key inserted. To
remove the key, turn it clockwise to the original position.
WARNING:

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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor
while filtering it also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel will not flow. Always
set the fuel cock to this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel flows to the
carburetor. Set the fuel cock to this position when starting
the engine and while riding.
RES:
This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding,
set the fuel cock to this position.
Fill the tank at the first opportunity. Be sure to set fuel cock
back to “ON” after refueling!
Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor
while filtering it also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel will not flow. Always
set the fuel cock to this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel flows to the
carburetor. Set the fuel cock to this position when starting
the engine and while riding.
RES:
This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding,
set the fuel cock to this position.
Fill the tank at the first opportunity. Be sure to set fuel cock
back to “ON” after refueling!