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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3 turned to “OFF”, if the temperature of
the sensor for the muffler covers ex-
ceeds 55 °C (131 °F), the fan will stay
on for a maximum of five minutes, and
then switch off automatically.
EAU10681
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EAU10941
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
are on. The hazard lights and turn sig-
nal lights 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“”.
NOTICE
ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3Right
EAU12350
Pass switch“”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch“/”
Set this switch to“” for the high
beam and to“” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch“/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to“”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to“”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the centerposition. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch“”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12711
Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
EAU41700
The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU12733
Hazard switch“”
With the key in the “ON” or“” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.NOTICE
ECA10061
Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
tery may discharge.
1. Engine stop switch“/”
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
EAU16810
Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.
Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16841
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
EAU17083
0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 2800
r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge or element replaced.
[ECA10302]
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 3300
r/min.1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
ECA10310
Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
TIPDuring and after the engine break-in
period, the exhaust heat may cause
discoloration of the exhaust pipe, but
this is normal.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2185 mm (86.0 in)
Overall width:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Overall height:
1105 mm (43.5 in)
Seat height:
825 mm (32.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1525 mm (60.0 in)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3200 mm (126.0 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
265.0 kg (584 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, OHV
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement:
1670 cm³
Bore × stroke:
97.0 × 113.0 mm (3.82 × 4.45 in)
Compression ratio:
8.40 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50,
SAE 15W-40, SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-
50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.10 L (4.33 US qt, 3.61 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal)Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:
5YU1 02Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DPR7EA-9
Manufacturer/model:
DENSO/X22EPR-U9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
71/48 (1.479)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
39/17 (2.294)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
38/16 (2.375)
2nd:
30/19 (1.579)
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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