2011 YAMAHA XT1200Z high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
To unlock the steering
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “
OFF” while still pushing
it.
EAU39460
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
lights, license plate light and auxiliary
lights are on. The hazard lights and turn
signal 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.
EAU49391
Indicator lights and warning
lights
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Engine trouble warning light “”
2. Oil level warning light “”
3. Traction control system indicator/warning light “TCS ”
4. Left turn signal indicator light “”
5. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Neutral indicator light “”
8. Coolant temperature warning light “”
9. Immobilizer system indicator light
10.Right turn signal indicator light “”
6
10
789
12345
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights“”
and “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11254
Oil level warning light “”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ ON ”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON ”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIP

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 malfunction.


This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detection
circuit, the following cycle will be
repeated until the malfunction is
corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go off
for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU49423
Coolant temperature warning
light “”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ ON ”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off. If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON ”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
NOTICE
ECA10021
Do not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.TIP

For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.


If the engine overheats, see page
6-37 for further instructions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-16
3
EAU12348
Handlebar switches LeftRight
EAU12370
Pass switch
“PASS ”
Press this switch to flash the head-
lights.
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 center position. 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.
EAU42340
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light will come on when
the key is turned to “ON ” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
1. Pass switch “PA S S”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Hazard switch “”
4. Turn signal switch “/”
5. Horn switch “”
12
345
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Drive mode switch “MODE”
3. Start switch “”
1
2
3
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Wheel travel:190.0 mm (7.48 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ12S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
20.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
O/P (option) fuse: 20.0 A
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INDEX
AABS ...................................................... 3-20
ABS warning light ................................... 3-7
Air filter element.................................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-15
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-34
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-22
Brake lever ........................................... 3-18
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-20
Brake light switches .............................. 6-21
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-19CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carriers ................................................. 3-31
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-24
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Clutch lever.................................. 3-17, 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-15
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5
Cowlings, removing and installing .......... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-16
D-mode (drive mode).............................. 3-1
EEngine break-in .......................................5-3
Engine idling speed, checking............... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-11
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-16
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-7FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking...............................6-26
Fuel ....................................................... 3-23
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-24
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-22
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-16
Hazard switch........................................ 3-17
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-31
High beam indicator light......................... 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-16IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-32
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-8
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-33
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-31MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-3
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4 Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-5OOil level warning light .............................. 3-5PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-16RRider seat ............................................. 3-25
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-26SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-18
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-29
Sidestand .............................................. 3-32
Spark plugs, checking........................... 6-10
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-16
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-26TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-17
Tires ...................................................... 6-18
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